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Warren Platner for Knoll Mid Century Dining Chairs - Set of 4
By Knoll, Warren Platner
Located in Countryside, IL
Warren Platner for Knoll Mid Century Dining Chairs - Set of 4 Each chair measures: 28.25 wide x 22
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Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Metal

Knoll Mid Century Brno Flatbar Chrome Dining Chairs - Set of 6
By Knoll
Located in Countryside, IL
Knoll mid century Brno Flatbar Chrome dining chairs - set of 6 Each chair measures: 23 wide x 24
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Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Chrome

Mid Century Jens Risom Knoll Side Dining Room Chairs Model 666
By Jens Risom, Knoll
Located in Baltimore, MD
mid century chairs. These chairs demand attention and will be a striking feature in any dining area
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Vintage 1940s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Wood

Saarinen Dining Chairs for Knoll
By Eero Saarinen, Knoll
Located in Atlanta, GA
Sculptural set of four "Executive" model dining chairs, designed by Eero Saarinen for Knoll
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Early 2000s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Metal

Saarinen Dining Chairs for Knoll
Saarinen Dining Chairs for Knoll
H 31 in W 21.5 in D 18 in
Bill Stephens for Knoll Dining Chair
By Knoll, Bill Stephens
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Bill Stephens for Knoll dining chair, bentwood and blue Naugahyde seats.
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Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Naugahyde, Wood

Bill Stephens for Knoll Dining Chair
Bill Stephens for Knoll Dining Chair
H 31.5 in W 23 in D 20 in
Set of Four Mid-Century Modern Knoll Style Brno Dining Chairs
By Ludwig Mies van der Rohe, Knoll
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This set of four vintage dining chairs features unique flat chrome frame cantilever design, with
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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Chrome

Mid-century Dining Chairs after Knoll, Set of 4
Located in Brooklyn, NY
A stylish set of 4 midcentury upholstered dining chairs. Bentwood frames with interestingly
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

4 Vintage Mid Century Modern Swivel "Tulip" Chairs by Eero Saarinen for Knoll
By Knoll
Located in San Marcos, CA
. Remnants of the Knoll labels are still visible on some of the chairs. The underside of the bases sports the
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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Fiberglass

Pair of Mies Brno Side office dining Chairs for Knoll
By Knoll
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Pair of Mies Brno chairs for Knoll.
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Chrome

Saarinen for Knoll Executive Side/ Dining Chairs
By Knoll, Eero Saarinen
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Set of 8 Eero Saarinen Side Dining Chairs for Knoll. This set dates to 2009. Red velvet material
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Early 2000s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Chrome

Mid Century Modern Cesca Chair by Marcel Breuer for Knoll
By Knoll, Marcel Breuer
Located in Lisboa, Lisboa
Set of 22 dining Cesca chairs designed by Marcel Breuer in 1928 and produced since that year till
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Metal

Set of Six Dining Chairs Designed by Warren Platner for Knoll, 20th Century
By Warren Platner, Knoll
Located in Hamburg, PA
". Unprecedented design and quality from mid-century design maker Knoll International. This designer set of chairs
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20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Steel

Walter Knoll Low-Back Oxford Dining Chairs Set of Six
By Walter Knoll
Located in Chicago, IL
Walter Knoll Low-Back Oxford Chairs Set of Six Two with Arms Four Armless features five star bases
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Vintage 1950s German Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Aluminum

Set of Six Mid-Century Modern Knoll Style Armchairs
By Florence Knoll
Located in Brooklyn, NY
comfortable design. Perfect for dining, conference or waiting room these versatile chairs feature Knoll style
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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Metal

Set of Four Chrome Dining Chairs by Bertoia for Knoll
By Harry Bertoia, Knoll
Located in New York, NY
Set of matching Bertoia side, or dining, chairs in chrome with original white pad seat covers. This
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Chrome

Mid-Century Modern Eero Saarinen for Knoll Red Executive Armless Chairs - a Pair
By Knoll, Eero Saarinen
Located in Secaucus, NJ
Stunning authentic mid-century modern pair of Saarinen executive armless chairs by Knoll. One of
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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
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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
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21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Ch...

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

Materials

Steel, Chrome

Early Production Eero Saarinen Tulip Dining Chairs Knoll, New York
By Eero Saarinen, Knoll
Located in Buffalo, NY
authentic, early production set of Eero Saarinen for Knoll Tulip Chairs, signed . The chairs
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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Aluminum

Eero Saarinen for Knoll International Set of Six Dining Chairs
By Eero Saarinen, Knoll
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Eero Saarinen for Knoll International, set of six dining chairs, model '72', chrome-plated steel
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Vintage 1940s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Steel, Chrome

Mid-Century Modern Eero Saarinen for Knoll 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
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2010s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Steel, Chrome

Mid Century Modern Sculptural Birch 6 Hat Trick Chairs by Frank Gehry - Knoll
By Frank Gehry, Knoll
Located in Port Jervis, NY
Fantastic set of 6 post Modern "Hat Trick Chairs" by Frank Gehry for Knoll. Created from Birch
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1990s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Plastic, Birch, Plywood

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
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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 Eero Saarinen, Knoll
Located in Secaucus, NJ
Stunning authentic mid-century modern set of four Saarinen executive armless chairs by Knoll. One
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2010s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Steel, Chrome

Mid Century Modern Knoll Cesca Armchairs- Set of 2
By Knoll, Marcel Breuer
Located in Hollywood, FL
Add a touch of sophistication to your home or office with these authentic KNOLL Marcel Breuer CESCA
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Early 20th Century Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Chrome

Eero Saarinen for Knoll Pair of Dining Chairs in Green Leather
By Eero Saarinen, Knoll
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Eero Saarinen for Knoll International, pair of '72' dining chairs, black lacquered steel
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Vintage 1940s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Steel

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
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Fiberglass

Eero Saarinen for Knoll 'Executive' Dining Chair in Ocher Yellow Upholstery
By Eero Saarinen, Knoll
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Eero Saarinen for Knoll International, dining chair model 72, plywood, fabric, United States
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Vintage 1940s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Eero Saarinen for Knoll Pair of Dining Chairs in Yellow Upholstery
By Eero Saarinen, Knoll
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Eero Saarinen for Knoll International, pair of model 72 chairs, in wood and yellow fabric, United
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Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Eero Saarinen for Knoll International Colorful Set of Ten Dining Chairs
By Eero Saarinen, Knoll
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Eero Saarinen for Knoll, set of ten dining chairs, model 72, brass coated steel, velvet upholstery
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Vintage 1940s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Brass, Steel

Knoll Marble Dining Table With 5 Chairs by Eero Saarinen, 1960s
By Eero Saarinen, Knoll
Located in Oud Beijerland, NL
Magnificent and fully original Tulip dining set designed by Eero Saarinen. It is produced by Knoll
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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Carrara Marble, Metal

Mid-Century Modern Knoll Bertoia Wire Bar Counter Stool
By Harry Bertoia, Knoll
Located in Port Jervis, NY
Single Knoll bar stool by Harry Bertoia. Seat pad labeled with tag and printed into the fabric
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Vintage 1980s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Steel

Mid Century Blue Brno Chairs by Mies van der Rohe for Knoll
By Knoll, Ludwig Mies van der Rohe
Located in Detroit, MI
This pair of mid century modern Brno arm chairs by Mies van der Rohe were manufactured by Knoll in
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21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Ch...

Materials

Steel, Chrome

3 Mid-Century Modern Sculptural Wire Side Chairs by Harry Bertoia for Knoll Int
By Knoll, Harry Bertoia
Located in Port Jervis, NY
Timeless and fabulous design by Harry Bertoia for Knoll International. Set of 3 classic beauties
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Vintage 1980s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Steel

Eero Saarinen for Knoll Set of Four Dining Chairs in Beige Leather
By Eero Saarinen, Knoll
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Eero Saarinen for Knoll, set of four dining chairs, model '72', lacquered steel, leather, United
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Vintage 1940s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Metal

Eero Saarinen for Knoll Set of Four Dining Chairs in Blue Upholstery
By Eero Saarinen, Knoll
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Eero Saarinen for Knoll, set of four dining chairs, model '72', chrome-plated steel, fabric, United
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Vintage 1940s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Steel, Chrome

Four Early 1970s Dining Chairs in the Style of Preben Fabricius / Knoll
By Knoll, Preben Fabricius
Located in Markington, GB
Four early 1970s dining chairs in the style of Preben Fabricius / Knoll.
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Vintage 1970s German Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Bentwood

Eero Saarinen for Knoll Pair of 'Tulip' Dining Chairs in Black Fiberglass
By Eero Saarinen, Knoll
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Eero Saarinen for Knoll, 'Tulip' pair of fixed dining chairs, model 151C, fiberglass, aluminum
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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Aluminum

Mid-Century Modern Teak Dining Chair
By Knoll
Located in Brooklyn, NY
A simple knoll inspired chair ready for re-upholstery that will make a great addition to any living
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20th Century Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Wood, Teak

Set of 4 Mid-Century Modern Polished Stainless Steel Upholstered Dining Chairs
By Milo Baughman, Knoll
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Set of 4 Mid-Century Modern polished stainless steel upholstered dining chairs.
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Stainless Steel, Chrome

Set of 6 Blue 1305-U for Knoll Bentwood Postmodern Dining Chairs, 1970s
By Bill Stephens, Knoll
Located in Madison, WI
. The 1305-U model of this Knoll chair was made some time between 1965-71 and designed by Bill Stephens
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20th Century Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Bentwood

5 Knoll MCM Bentwood 1300 Series Dining Chairs Maroon & Black by Bill Stephens
By Knoll, Bill Stephens
Located in Topeka, KS
Wonderful vintage MCM or Mid-Century Modern bentwood 1300 Series dining armchairs with original
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Bentwood

Jens Risom Model 666 Dining Chair or for Knoll International Set of 4
By Jens Risom, Knoll
Located in Munich, Bavaria
Jens Risom Model 666 Dining chair. Beechwood and blue wool fabric. Mid Century Dining chairs. This
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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Beech

1952, Harrie Bertoia for Knoll International a Set of Wire Dining Chairs
By Knoll, Harry Bertoia
Located in Amsterdam IJMuiden, NL
set of original dining chairs, in plastic coated metal. One frame is in very good condition, the other
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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Metal

1960's Eero Saarinen Tulip dining chairs for Knoll, set of 4 upholstered
By Knoll, Eero Saarinen
Located in Chicago, IL
Eero Saarinen Tulip chairs, armless with off-white upholstery. by Knoll, USA Set of 4 chairs
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Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Fiberglass

Eero Saarinen Tulip Dining Chair Knoll International Mid Century Space Age
By Knoll, Eero Saarinen
Located in Berlin, BE
One of the Most famous designs of the mid Century. The tulip seriesClassic Tulip dining chairs
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Steel

Eero Saarinen Tulip Dining Chair Knoll International Mid Century Space Age
By Eero Saarinen, Knoll
Located in Berlin, BE
One of the Most famous designs of the mid Century. The tulip seriesClassic Tulip dining chairs
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Steel

Gae Aulenti for Knoll International Armchairs Mid-Century Modern 1975, Pair
By Knoll, Gae Aulenti
Located in Miami, FL
Pair of armchairs or conference chairs by Gae Aulenti for Knoll International. We have 5 sets
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Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Metal, Steel

Eight Eero Saarinen White Tulip Dining Chairs W/ Swivel for Knoll, Blue Seats
By Eero Saarinen, Knoll
Located in Kansas City, MO
Set of 8 Tulip Swivel Chairs designed by Eero Saarinen and produced by Knoll. Each example is
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1990s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Aluminum

Eero Saarinen for Knoll International Set of Four Dining Chairs in Plywood
By Eero Saarinen, Florence Knoll
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Eero Saarinen for Knoll International, set of four dining chairs, coated iron, plywood, velvet
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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Iron

Set of Four Rare Early Production Eero Saarinen for H.G. Knoll Dining Chairs
By Knoll, Eero Saarinen
Located in Ferndale, MI
of four Eero Saarinen for HG Knoll executive chairs I have ever seen. All four on first generation
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Aluminum, Steel

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
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Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Chrome

Knoll Eero Saarinen for Knoll Set of Six Chairs in Grey Velvet
By Eero Saarinen, Knoll
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Eero Saarinen for Knoll International, set of six dining chairs, model 72, chrome-plated steel
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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Chrome, Steel

Ludwig Mies Van Der Rohe MR10 Dining Chairs for Knoll International
By Knoll, Ludwig Mies van der Rohe
Located in Byron Bay, NSW
These iconic MR10 dining chairs designed by Ludwig Mies Van der Rohe and manufactured by Knoll
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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Chrome

Mid-Century Modern Eero Saarinen for Knoll Executive Armchair on Chrome Legs
By Knoll, Eero Saarinen
Located in St. Louis, MO
Classic Eero Saarinen for Knoll, executive armchair in original but soiled Knoll Fabric, on chrome
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Vintage 1960s 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
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Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Chrome

Donald Knorr Chair for Knoll Associates, 1948
By Knoll, Donald Knorr
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
For your consideration to of six Knorr chairs. Comprised of sheet metal bolted to steel rod legs
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Metal

Eero Saarinen Executive Armless Chair for Knoll
By Knoll, Eero Saarinen
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Eero Saarinen executive armless chair for Knoll. Inspired by his Womb chair design, the molded
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Mid-20th Century North American Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Wool

Eero Saarinen for Knoll International Tulip Chairs
By Eero Saarinen, Knoll
Located in Dronten, NL
Classic Tulip dining chairs designed in 1956 by Eero Saarinen for Knoll International. A defining
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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Aluminum

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Knoll Mid Century Dining Chairs For Sale on 1stDibs

At 1stDibs, there are several options of knoll mid century dining chairs available for sale. Frequently made of metal, fabric and upholstery, all knoll mid century dining chairs available were constructed with great care. Knoll mid century dining chairs have been produced for many years, with earlier versions available from the 19th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 21st Century. Mid-Century Modern, Modern and Scandinavian Modern knoll mid century dining chairs are consistently popular styles. Knoll mid century dining chairs have been a part of the life’s work for many furniture makers, but those produced by Knoll, Eero Saarinen and Warren Platner are consistently popular.

How Much are Knoll Mid Century Dining Chairs?

Knoll mid century dining chairs can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price at 1stDibs is $4,498, while the lowest priced sells for $175 and the highest can go for as much as $90,000.

A Close Look at mid-century-modern Furniture

Organically shaped, clean-lined and elegantly simple are three terms that well describe vintage mid-century modern furniture. The style, which emerged primarily in the years following World War II, is characterized by pieces that were conceived and made in an energetic, optimistic spirit by creators who believed that good design was an essential part of good living.

ORIGINS OF MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGN

CHARACTERISTICS OF MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGN

MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGNERS TO KNOW

ICONIC MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGNS

VINTAGE MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE ON 1STDIBS

The mid-century modern era saw leagues of postwar American architects and designers animated by new ideas and new technology. The lean, functionalist International-style architecture of Le Corbusier and Bauhaus eminences Ludwig Mies van der Rohe and Walter Gropius had been promoted in the United States during the 1930s by Philip Johnson and others. New building techniques, such as “post-and-beam” construction, allowed the International-style schemes to be realized on a small scale in open-plan houses with long walls of glass.

Materials developed for wartime use became available for domestic goods and were incorporated into mid-century modern furniture designs. Charles and Ray Eames and Eero Saarinen, who had experimented extensively with molded plywood, eagerly embraced fiberglass for pieces such as the La Chaise and the Womb chair, respectively. 

Architect, writer and designer George Nelson created with his team shades for the Bubble lamp using a new translucent polymer skin and, as design director at Herman Miller, recruited the Eameses, Alexander Girard and others for projects at the legendary Michigan furniture manufacturer

Harry Bertoia and Isamu Noguchi devised chairs and tables built of wire mesh and wire struts. Materials were repurposed too: The Danish-born designer Jens Risom created a line of chairs using surplus parachute straps for webbed seats and backrests.

The Risom lounge chair was among the first pieces of furniture commissioned and produced by legendary manufacturer Knoll, a chief influencer in the rise of modern design in the United States, thanks to the work of Florence Knoll, the pioneering architect and designer who made the firm a leader in its field. The seating that Knoll created for office spaces — as well as pieces designed by Florence initially for commercial clients — soon became desirable for the home.

As the demand for casual, uncluttered furnishings grew, more mid-century furniture designers caught the spirit.

Classically oriented creators such as Edward Wormley, house designer for Dunbar Inc., offered such pieces as the sinuous Listen to Me chaise; the British expatriate T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings switched gears, creating items such as the tiered, biomorphic Mesa table. There were Young Turks such as Paul McCobb, who designed holistic groups of sleek, blond wood furniture, and Milo Baughman, who espoused a West Coast aesthetic in minimalist teak dining tables and lushly upholstered chairs and sofas with angular steel frames.

As the collection of vintage mid-century modern chairs, dressers, coffee tables and other furniture for the living room, dining room, bedroom and elsewhere on 1stDibs demonstrates, this period saw one of the most delightful and dramatic flowerings of creativity in design history.

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.