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1970s Saarinen Tulip Chairs by Knoll, Set of 4
By Eero Saarinen, Knoll
Located in Esperance, NY
1970s Saarinen Tulip chairs by Knoll, set of 4.
Category

Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Plastic

Charles Pollock Leather Desk Chair by Knoll
By Knoll, Charles Pollock
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Classic Charles Pollock desk chair by Knoll. circa 1970s production executed in black leather. All
Category

20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Leather

Pair of beige 51W Florence Knoll Lounge Chairs by Knoll Associates, USA, 1950s
By Florence Knoll, Knoll
Located in Berlin, DE
Pair of 51W florence Knoll lounge chairs by Knoll Associates, USA 1950s The chairs have a vintage
Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Lounge Chair by Knoll
By Knoll
Located in Sagaponack, NY
A dark walnut French polished lounge chair.
Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Walnut

Lounge Chair by Knoll
Lounge Chair by Knoll
H 28 in W 24.5 in D 28 in
Set of 8 "Tulip" Chairs by Knoll
By Knoll
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C
Set of 8 "Tulip" chairs designed by Eero Saarinen (1910 - 1961) and manufactured by Knoll. Glass
Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Aluminum

Set of 8 "Tulip" Chairs by Knoll
Set of 8 "Tulip" Chairs by Knoll
H 31.5 in W 26.38 in D 22.45 in
Mid Century Modern Tulip Br50 Dining Chairs by Knoll - Set of 4
Located in Delray Beach, FL
Elevate your dining experience with our Mid Century Modern Tulip BR50 Dining Chairs by Knoll. A
Category

20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Fiberglass

Harry Bertoia side chairs by Knoll with original upholstery, mint 1970's
By Harry Bertoia
Located in Chicago, IL
Pair of Harry Bertoia side chairs by Knoll International, 1978 Two available, price is per chair
Category

Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Chrome

Vintage Barcelona Lounge Chair by Knoll/MYC, 1970s
By Knoll
Located in PEGO, ES
Vintage original Barcelona armchair designed by Mies Van der Rohe for Knoll, ours was manufactured
Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Lounge Chairs

Materials

Chrome

Usa Mid Century Black Wood and Faux Leather Chairs by Knoll, 1960
Located in MIlano, IT
USA Mid-Century Modern set of solid beech matt black wood and black faux leather chairs by Knoll
Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Faux Leather, Wood

Set of 6 Chrome Mies Van Der Rohe Tubular Brno Chairs by Knoll in Green Velvet
By Ludwig Mies van der Rohe, Knoll
Located in Medina, OH
Set of 6 reupholstered chrome Mies van der Rohe Tubular Brno Chairs by Knoll in a gorgeous Green
Category

Vintage 1970s Post-Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Chrome

Butterfly Chair by Knoll, 1960s
By Knoll
Located in Stockholm, SE
Excellent condition. Produced by Knoll.
Category

Vintage 1960s American Scandinavian Modern Armchairs

Materials

Leather

Butterfly Chair by Knoll, 1960s
Butterfly Chair by Knoll, 1960s
H 33.86 in W 32.68 in D 29.53 in
Marcel Breuer Corset back B33 chairs by Knoll
By Marcel Breuer
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Designed in 1927 by Marcel Breuer, these iconic B33 chairs produced by Knoll feature a cantilevered
Category

20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Steel

Mies van der Rohe MR Rattan Armless Side Chair by Knoll
By Knoll
Located in Sag Harbor, NY
The name Knoll has long been synonymous with groundbreaking modern furniture collections and
Category

2010s American Side Chairs

Materials

Stainless Steel

Charles Pollock Desk Chair by Knoll in Burnt Orange
By Charles Pollock, Knoll
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Vintage Charles Pollock for Knoll executive chair in burnt orange leather. This executive desk
Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Metal

Early Charles Pollock 657 Leather Sling Lounge Chair by Knoll
By Charles Pollock, Knoll
Located in Buffalo, NY
A nice early example the Rare model 657 leather sling lounge chair by Charles Pollock for Knoll
Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Metal, Chrome

Don Albinson Stacking Side Chairs by Knoll Set of 14
By Knoll, Don Albinson
Located in Highland, IN
the director of design for Knoll in 1964. There he designed this model 1601 stacking side chair. He
Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Side Chairs

Materials

Aluminum

Charles Pollock Desk Chair by Knoll in Navy Blue Leather
By Knoll, Charles Pollock
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Vintage Charles Pollock for Knoll executive chair in navy blue leather. This executive desk chair
Category

Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Chrome

Set of 18 Mies Van Der Rohe Tubular Brno Chairs by Knoll
By Knoll
Located in Dallas, TX
Completely restored set of eighteen tubular Brno chairs by Mies van der Rohe for Knoll
Category

Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Chrome

Vintage Mid Century Red Butterfly Canvas and Metal Chair by Knoll
By Knoll, Jorge Ferrari-Hardoy
Located in Detroit, MI
This original vintage mid century modern Knoll (attr.) butterfly chair was originally designed by
Category

Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Iron

Six Mies van der Rohe Tubular Brno Chairs by Knoll
By Knoll, Ludwig Mies van der Rohe
Located in Dallas, TX
in 1929; the Brno chair is just that, world renowned for its modern architectural form and
Category

Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Chrome

Ten Chrome & Camel Colored Mies van der Rohe Tubular Brno Chairs by Knoll
By Knoll
Located in Dallas, TX
Completely restored set of ten tubular Brno chairs by Mies van der Rohe for Knoll. Professionally
Category

Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Chrome

Brno Black Fabric Tubular Dining Chairs by Knoll, Set of 2
By Ludwig Mies van der Rohe, Knoll
Located in London, GB
chair remains a design icon. Sleek and simple, these cantilever chairs are upholstered in black
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Fabric

Eight Chrome Mies van der Rohe Tubular Brno Chairs by Knoll in Green Velvet
By Knoll
Located in Dallas, TX
Completely restored set of eight tubular Brno chairs by Mies van der Rohe for Knoll. Professionally
Category

Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Chrome

Superb Mid-Century Modern Pfister Cube Lounge Chairs by Knoll in Cognac Leather
By Knoll, Charles Pfister
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
Pair of Mid-Century Modern Vintage all original Knoll cube club chairs. Simple cubist form with
Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Leather

Eight Chrome and Camel Colored Mies van der Rohe Tubular Brno Chairs by Knoll
By Knoll
Located in Dallas, TX
Completely restored set of eight tubular Brno chairs by Mies van der Rohe for Knoll. Professionally
Category

Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Chrome

Knoll Mid-Century Modern Box Shape Lounge Chair
By Knoll
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Box chair by Knoll yellow velvet like upholstery.
Category

20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Club Chairs

Materials

Upholstery

Marcel Breuer Wassily Brown Leather and Chrome Lounge Chair by Knoll
By Marcel Breuer
Located in Clifton Springs, NY
This is earlier Knolls version of the iconic Wassily Lounge Chair by Marcel Breuer. Stitching is
Category

Vintage 1970s American Bauhaus Club Chairs

Materials

Steel, Chrome

Set of Six Mies Van Der Rohe Tubular Brno Chairs by Knoll
By Ludwig Mies van der Rohe
Located in Miami, FL
These tubular Brno chairs by Mies van deer Rohe have stainless steel frames and are upholstered in
Category

Mid-20th Century European Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Chrome

Mies Van Der Rohe Thin Brno Chairs by Knoll
By Knoll, Ludwig Mies van der Rohe
Located in Highland, IN
We think this version of Mies' Brno chair with it's thin seat and back is the most elegant and
Category

Vintage 1920s American Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Stainless Steel

Desk Chairs by Max Pearson for Knoll
By Knoll, Max Pearson
Located in Chicago, IL
chairs by Knoll, fully upholstered with swivel base.
Category

Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Fabric

Vintage Pair of Knoll Saarinen Executive Chairs
By Knoll
Located in Austin, TX
Pair of chairs by Knoll with original green and blue woven fabric in good condition. Originally
Category

Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Side Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Walnut

Knoll Mid-Century Modern Leather Armchair
By Knoll
Located in Germantown, MD
A 1960s vintage top grain leather revolving office chair by Knoll. Measures: 27" in width, 23" in
Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Chrome, Iron

Early Franco Albini Pair of Oak "Luisa"/ N°48 Dining Chair by Knoll, ca. 1949
By Franco Albini
Located in Geneva, CH
Early pair of black naugahyde and oak N°48 chair by Franco Albini produced by Knoll between 1948
Category

Vintage 1940s Italian Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Naugahyde, Oak

Set of Eight, Ten or 12 Mies Van Der Rohe Tubular Brno Chairs by Knoll
By Ludwig Mies van der Rohe
Located in Highland, IN
These tubular Brno chairs by Mies van deer Rohe have stainless steel frames and are upholstered in
Category

Vintage 1930s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Stainless Steel

Diamond Chair by Harry Bertoia for Knoll, Full Cover Plum Knoll Tweed
By Knoll, Harry Bertoia
Located in Chattanooga, TN
Fully restored vintage Bertoia diamond chair by Knoll. (2) Available, sold separately. Our team
Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Stainless Steel

Pair of Mies van der Rohe Tubular Chrome Brno Chairs by Knoll
By Knoll, Ludwig Mies van der Rohe
Located in Hanover, MA
Designed in 1930 for the Tugendhat house in Brno, Czechoslovakia, the Brno chair is in the Pantheon
Category

Vintage 1960s Italian Armchairs

Materials

PVC

Mid-Century Blonde Angular Lounge Chair with Pink Upholstery and Vertical Slats
By Knoll
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Mid-century blonde wood lounge chair by Knoll with an exposed wood slatted back support and newer
Category

Vintage 1960s German Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Upholstery

Mies Van Der Rohe MR10 Knoll International Leather Side Chair Dining Cantilever
By Ludwig Mies van der Rohe
Located in Berlin, BE
Beautiful MR10 side chairs by Knoll International in thick leather with chrome tubular frames that
Category

Mid-20th Century German Bauhaus Side Chairs

Materials

Chrome

Set of 10 Mid-Century Modern Knoll Brno Tubular Chairs Ludwig Mies Van Der Rohe
By Knoll, Ludwig Mies van der Rohe
Located in Port Jervis, NY
Fabulous set of 10 Brno chairs by Knoll international. All 10 are labeled and in excellent vintage
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American International Style Dining Room C...

Materials

Steel, Chrome

Modern Joseph and Linda Ricchio for Knoll Ricchio Armless Dining Chairs, a Pair
By Knoll, Joe & Linda Ricchio
Located in Secaucus, NJ
Stunning pair of authentic and signed Ricchio armless chairs by Knoll Studio. These chairs won a
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Wood, Cherry

Frank Gehry 'Face-Off' Dinette Table + Four 'Hat-Trick' Chairs by Knoll 1999
By Frank Gehry
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Nice bentwood design. These are limited production pieces made to order. Original condition showing minor wear with a nice patina consistent with age. The table size is 29"h x 36"w. ...
Category

Late 20th Century American Modern Dining Room Sets

Materials

Bentwood

Vintage Leather Armchairs by Knoll
By Knoll
Located in Austin, TX
Pair of lounge chairs by Knoll featuring soft cognac colored leather upholstery and strong and
Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Modern Armchairs

Materials

Chrome

Vintage Leather Armchairs by Knoll
Vintage Leather Armchairs by Knoll
H 29 in W 26.5 in D 29.5 in
Set of Four Vintage Bertoia Chairs
By Harry Bertoia
Located in Stockton, NJ
A set of four vintage Bertoia wire chairs by Knoll. Original red fitted cushions included.
Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Metal

Set of Four Vintage Bertoia Chairs
Set of Four Vintage Bertoia Chairs
H 29 in W 21 in D 19 in
Pair of Midcentury Cantilever Brno Style Chairs by Cumberland Furniture
By Cumberland Furniture
Located in Brooklyn, NY
metal cantilever frames. Styled after the famous Brno chairs by Knoll, these chairs are a perfect
Category

Vintage 1980s American Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Faux Leather

Mid-Century Modern Eero Saarinen for Knoll Executive Armless Chairs, Set of 4
By Eero Saarinen, Knoll
Located in Secaucus, NJ
Stunning authentic Mid-Century Modern set of four Saarinen executive armless chairs by Knoll. One
Category

2010s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Steel, Chrome

Mid-Century Modern Eero Saarinen Knoll Red Executive Armless Chairs - Set of 12
By Eero Saarinen, Knoll
Located in Secaucus, NJ
Stunning authentic mid-century modern set of twelve Saarinen executive armless chairs by Knoll. One
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Ch...

Materials

Steel, Chrome

Mid-Century Modern Eero Saarinen for Knoll Red Executive Armless Chairs - a Pair
By Eero Saarinen, Knoll
Located in Secaucus, NJ
Stunning authentic mid-century modern pair of Saarinen executive armless chairs by Knoll. One of
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Ch...

Materials

Steel, Chrome

Mid-Century Modern Eero Saarinen for Knoll Executive Armless Chairs - Set of 8
By Eero Saarinen, Knoll
Located in Secaucus, NJ
Stunning authentic mid-century modern set of eight Saarinen executive armless chairs by Knoll. One
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Ch...

Materials

Steel, Chrome

Mid-Century Modern Eero Saarinen for Knoll Executive Armless Chairs - Set of 12
By Eero Saarinen, Knoll
Located in Secaucus, NJ
Stunning authentic mid-century modern set of twelve Saarinen executive armless chairs by Knoll. One
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Ch...

Materials

Steel, Chrome

Mid-Century Modern Eero Saarinen for Knoll Red Executive Armless Chairs Set of 6
By Eero Saarinen, Knoll
Located in Secaucus, NJ
Stunning authentic mid-century modern set of six Saarinen executive armless chairs by Knoll. One of
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Ch...

Materials

Steel, Chrome

Mid-Century Modern Eero Saarinen for Knoll Red Executive Armless Chairs Set of 4
By Knoll, Eero Saarinen
Located in Secaucus, NJ
Stunning authentic mid-century modern set of four Saarinen executive armless chairs by Knoll. One
Category

2010s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Steel, Chrome

Pair of Mid-Century Modern Knoll Armchairs
By Knoll
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This stylish pair of vintage modern chairs by Knoll International makes the perfect eye catching
Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Metal, Aluminum

Warren Platner for Knoll Lounge Chair in Knoll Velvet with Bronze Finish
By Warren Platner, Knoll
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A beautiful Warren Platner for Knoll lounge chair (Model 1715L), upholstered in a gorgeous burgundy
Category

2010s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Steel

Pair of Armless Lounge Chairs by Florence Knoll for Knoll
By Knoll, Florence Knoll
Located in Dorchester, MA
Florence Knoll designed these slipper chairs in 1956 as part of a seating group that joined comfort
Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Chrome

1960s Lounge Chair by Florence Knoll
By Knoll, Florence Knoll
Located in Sagaponack, NY
A lounge chair formed by an armless button-tufted upholstered seat resting on a matte steel
Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Steel

Pair of Walter Knoll “Vostra” Chairs for Knoll, Germany, 1947
By Knoll, Walter Knoll
Located in Amsterdam, NL
A rare pair of “Vostra” chairs designed by Walter Knoll, manufactured by Knoll in Germany around
Category

Vintage 1940s German Chairs

Materials

Metal

Vintage Modern Bulldog Armed Side Chairs by McCoy & Fahnstrom for Knoll Set 12
By Knoll, Michael McCoy
Located in Topeka, KS
have TWELVE of these wonderful Bulldog Armed side chairs by Knoll for you!! They were designed in 1990
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Side Chairs

Materials

Steel

Pair of Knoll Copper Plated Skeleton Chairs David Washington Design for Knoll
By Knoll
Located in Toledo, OH
A very nice pair of cast aluminum copper plated skeleton chairs by David Washington for Knoll. Very
Category

20th Century North American Modern Chairs

Materials

Aluminum

Florence Knoll for Knoll International Lounge Chair in Teak
By Knoll, Florence Knoll
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Florence Knoll for Knoll International, lounge chair, model '51', teak, fabric, United States, 1955
Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Teak

Bentwood Childs Chair by Thonet
By Thonet
Located in Oklahoma City, OK
. Photographed with Bertoia side chair by Knoll for scale.
Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Children's Furniture

Materials

Bentwood

Bentwood Childs Chair by Thonet
Bentwood Childs Chair by Thonet
H 25.25 in W 14 in D 16.5 in
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Chairs By Knoll For Sale on 1stDibs

With a vast inventory of beautiful furniture at 1stDibs, we’ve got just the chairs by knoll you’re looking for. A chairs by knoll — often made from metal, fabric and animal skin — can elevate any home. Find 1082 options for an antique or vintage chairs by knoll now, or shop our selection of 1 modern versions for a more contemporary example of this long-cherished piece. You’ve searched high and low for the perfect chairs by knoll — we have versions that date back to the 20th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 21st Century are available. A chairs by knoll made by Mid-Century Modern designers — as well as those associated with Modern — is very popular. A well-made chairs by knoll has long been a part of the offerings for many furniture designers and manufacturers, but those produced by Knoll, Ludwig Mies van der Rohe and Eero Saarinen are consistently popular.

How Much is a Chairs By Knoll?

Prices for a chairs by knoll start at $328 and top out at $25,000 with the average selling for $3,500.

Finding the Right Seating for You

With entire areas of our homes reserved for “sitting rooms,” the value of quality antique and vintage seating cannot be overstated.

Fortunately, the design of side chairs, armchairs and other lounge furniture — since what were, quite literally, the early perches of our ancestors — has evolved considerably.

Among the earliest standard seating furniture were stools. Egyptian stools, for example, designed for one person with no seat back, were x-shaped and typically folded to be tucked away. These rudimentary chairs informed the design of Greek and Roman stools, all of which were a long way from Sori Yanagi's Butterfly stool or Alvar Aalto's Stool 60. In the 18th century and earlier, seats with backs and armrests were largely reserved for high nobility.

The seating of today is more inclusive but the style and placement of chairs can still make a statement. Antique desk chairs and armchairs designed in the style of Louis XV, which eventually included painted furniture and were often made of rare woods, feature prominently curved legs as well as Chinese themes and varied ornaments. Much like the thrones of fairy tales and the regency, elegant lounges crafted in the Louis XV style convey wealth and prestige. In the kitchen, the dining chair placed at the head of the table is typically reserved for the head of the household or a revered guest.

Of course, with luxurious vintage or antique furnishings, every chair can seem like the best seat in the house. Whether your preference is stretching out on a plush sofa, such as the Serpentine, designed by Vladimir Kagan, or cozying up in a vintage wingback chair, there is likely to be a comfy classic or contemporary gem for you on 1stDibs.

With respect to the latest obsessions in design, cane seating has been cropping up everywhere, from sleek armchairs to lounge chairs, while bouclé fabric, a staple of modern furniture design, can be seen in mid-century modern, Scandinavian modern and Hollywood Regency furniture styles.

Admirers of the sophisticated craftsmanship and dark woods frequently associated with mid-century modern seating can find timeless furnishings in our expansive collection of lounge chairs, dining chairs and other items — whether they’re vintage editions or alluring official reproductions of iconic designs from the likes of Hans Wegner or from Charles and Ray Eames. Shop our inventory of Egg chairs, designed in 1958 by Arne Jacobsen, the Florence Knoll lounge chair and more.

No matter your style, the collection of unique chairs, sofas and other seating on 1stDibs is surely worthy of a standing ovation.

Questions About Chairs By Knoll
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 2, 2021
    A Parker Knoll chair is designed by the British furniture manufacturing company Parker Knoll. These chairs are considered to be luxurious — they are handmade in the company’s Nottinghamshire factory from high-quality wood and feature plush upholstery in leather as well as in a variety of fabrics. Find Parker Knoll chairs on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Knoll maintains manufacturing plants in the United States, Canada, and Italy. Countless designers have worked for Knoll over the years to create exquisite furniture that’s beloved by collectors worldwide. Shop a collection of antique and contemporary Knoll chairs from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2024
    What Florence Knoll called the Womb chair after it was created is unknown. However, its creator Eero Saarinen stated that Knoll inspired him to make the piece by asking him to design the most comfortable chair ever, saying specifically that she wanted something that felt like "a basket full of pillows." Presented with the challenge, Saarinen went primal. What, the designer figured, better signifies the very essence of comfort than the womb? "It was designed on the theory that a great number of people have never really felt comfortable and secure since they left the womb,” the designer said of his chair. Find a selection of vintage Womb chairs on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A Knoll sofa, or a Knole sofa, is an interesting piece of furniture that’s believed to have its origins in the 1600s and to be the precursor to the modern sofa. It features two side-by-side cushions and arms that are as high as the back of the sofa. The most interesting feature is that these arms can often be tied back or dropped to change the profile of the sofa. Find an assortment of Knole sofas from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    Florence Knoll was an architect and furniture designer who greatly influenced mid-century design. She established the furniture company Knoll, Inc., which continues to manufacture pieces inspired by her designs. Knoll died on January 25, 2019, at the age of 101. Find a collection of Florence Knoll furniture on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    How to date Knoll furniture depends on the piece. Some pieces feature stickers that bear the brand's name and logo, and the graphics changed over the years. By comparing the style of the logo to samples online, you can estimate the age of the piece. In some cases, the manufacturing year may appear on the sticker. To date a Knoll chair, look for the tag sewn on the back of the seat cushion. Often, the manufacturer prints the date there. You'll find a collection of expertly vetted Knoll furniture on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    MillerKnoll owns Knoll furniture. The company formed when Herman Miller, Inc., acquired Knoll, Inc., on April 19, 2021. The publicly traded company operates from its headquarters in Zeeland, Michigan. Andi Owen serves as its CEO, as of December 2021. Shop a collection of Knoll furniture on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    Florence Knoll produced her furniture designs largely in a factory located in East Greenville, Pennsylvania. As of December 2021, the company she founded, Knoll, Inc., manufactures furniture in the same factory, as well as in Grand Rapids, Michigan; Muskegon, Michigan; Toronto, Canada; and Foligno and Graffignana, Italy. Find a selection of Florence Knoll furniture on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    Florence Knoll lived in the U.S. throughout her life. She was born in Saginaw, Michigan, on May 24, 1917, and she died in Coral Gables, Florida, on January 25, 2019. From 1940 to 1941, she attended the Chicago Armour Institute in Chicago, Illinois. After that, she lived and worked in New York City for many years. On 1stDibs, find a range of Florence Knoll furniture.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 15, 2024
    The history of the Knoll sofa began in 1954. The sofa was made during American designer and entrepreneur Florence Knoll’s direction of the Knoll Planning Unit, the company's pioneering "design consultant service" that would define the look of the postwar workplace. The versatile Florence Knoll sofa, with its angular silhouette and tasteful mix of textures, could as easily fit into the glass lobby of a skyscraper as the living room of a home. That same year, Florence Knoll also introduced a companion lounge chair that coordinated with the sofa. Knoll, Inc. continues to produce the Florence Knoll sofa over half a century after it was introduced, and vintage models are still prized for their sturdy construction and timeless qualities. On 1stDibs, find a variety of Florence Knoll sofas.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Yes, the noted furniture brand Herman Miller acquired Knoll in 2021 and announced a new name, MillerKnoll. The new name is meant to take advantage of the long history and reputation that each brand brings to the table and to introduce a new, stronger joint effort to the public. Shop a collection of Herman Miller and Knoll furniture from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    To pronounce Florence Knoll, say "FLO-rens Noll." The "K" in the designer's last name is silent. Florence Knoll's maiden name was Florence Marguerite Schust, pronounced "shusht." She changed her name after marrying Hans Knoll in 1946. Find a range of Florence Knoll furniture on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    Andrew B. Cogan is the CEO of Knoll furniture as of December 2021. He also serves as the Chairman of the Board. He took on the role in 2001. Prior to that time, he worked as the company's COO. Shop a range of Knoll furniture on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    Knoll began to stamp their furniture in 2004. An authentic stamp consists of the brand's name printed in the correct font. Normally, the manufacturer places the stamp on the upper section of the base. Shop a selection of expertly vetted Knoll furniture on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    Florence Knoll made a number of well-known furniture designs and founded the company Knoll, Inc. Some of her most acclaimed pieces include the Florence Knoll lounge chair, the Florence Knoll sofa, the Florence Knoll bench and the Florence Knoll settee. Shop a variety of Florence Knoll furniture on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    You can buy Parker Knoll furniture through an authorized dealer. The manufacturer partners with brick-and-mortar stores all over the world and also works with some online platforms. While you can browse the entire selection of current Parker Knoll designs on their official website, you cannot buy directly from the company online. Shop a collection of Parker Knoll furniture on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    No, Florence Knoll didn't usually put a number on her pieces. To identify Florence Knoll furniture, look for a tag or mark that bears the name "Knoll" or "Knoll, Inc." On chairs, the labels are usually on the bottom cushion. On 1stDibs, find a collection of expertly vetted Florence Knoll furniture.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 8, 2023
    The difference between a lounge chair and a chair is specificity. A chair is the general term for furniture typically designed to seat one person at a time, and there are many different kinds of chairs, including dining, accent and office chairs. Lounge chairs are another example of a specific type of chair. They are chairs with a footrest that allows you to elevate your feet while sitting. On 1stDibs, explore a large collection of chairs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertJune 15, 2023
    To tell if a chair is an Eames chair, take a look under the seat or cushion. Authentic Eames lounge chairs are manufactured by Herman Miller and Vitra. If your Eames chair is a Herman Miller original, look for the legendary manufacturer’s specific logomarks on the product (these logomarks can be found on the company’s official website). There is also the manufacturing label, which is usually found under the seat or cushion (unless a former owner removed it). All of the classic Herman Miller designs are paired with a certificate of authenticity. Some designs may also have a medallion attached to certify their authenticity. You can then check trusted online resources to determine if the information on the label is correct for the style of chair (and more info on its construction is available on the official Eames website). You won’t see screws outside of the wood shells on an authentic Eames lounge chair, and prior to the 1970s, original vintage Eames lounge chairs were made with no more than five layers of plywood (during the 1970s, the chairs were made with seven layers). Find a variety of authentic Eames chairs on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 6, 2023
    The difference between an accent chair and a dining chair comes down to function and design. An accent chair usually goes in a seating area, and makers craft them with comfort in mind. As a result, most accent chairs feature cushioning and upholstery and are characterized by generous proportions. The purpose of a dining chair is to provide a place to sit while enjoying a meal. Usually, dining chairs are lighter and smaller than accent chairs for easy maneuvering. While they may have padded seats and backrests, dining chairs generally aren't as abundantly cushioned as accent chairs. Explore a large selection of chairs on 1stDibs.