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Knoll Lounge Chairs

Mid-century modern design in America wouldn’t look the way it does without Knoll. The company’s acclaimed seatinglounge chairs, armchairs, office chairs and other furnishings created by a who’s who of designers and by Knoll’s pioneering cofounder, Florence Knoll (1917–2019) — helped define high-rise corporate culture and was rapidly adopted for use in living rooms, where it endures as a timeless favorite all over the world.

“Many of the designs that he had at that time were ones that I did not approve of,” Florence Knoll once recalled of her German-born husband, Hans Knoll (1914–55), the son of German modernist furniture manufacturer Walter Knoll.

A native of Michigan, Florence already had a world-class immersion in design when she met Hans. Orphaned at age 12, she was enrolled at Kingswood School, part of the Cranbrook Academy of Art, which became the go-to school for legends of mid-century design. Florence became very close with Cranbrook head Eliel Saarinen, his wife and their son, Eero. She later studied with Ludwig Mies van der Rohe and worked for Marcel Breuer and Bauhaus school founder Walter Gropius. When Florence married Hans in 1946, he had been at work since 1938 on his own eponymous furniture line in New York City.

With Florence’s design acumen, the Knolls turned the company into a powerhouse of modernist design. The Knoll Planning Unit, created by Florence in the mid-1940s, designed office spaces for the likes of GM and CBS, helping to define the postwar corporate aesthetic.

The department’s small team designed furniture with practicality, efficiency and sleekness in mind, attributes that clearly define furnishings such as Eero Saarinen’s sculptural Executive chair, which was introduced in 1948 as the Model 72 and used for the General Motors Technical Center in Warren, Michigan. (The armed version, which followed in 1950, was also specified for the campus, an architectural project of Saarinen’s.) This seating, as well as pieces designed by Florence initially for commercial clients, soon became desirable for apartments and houses.

Knoll collaborated with an all-star cast of designers, including Saarinen, whose Womb chair arose from Florence’s request for “a chair that was like a basket full of pillows.” The catalogue includes some of the century’s most recognizable forms: Saarinen’s Tulip chairs, Harry Bertoia’s wire-lattice Diamond chair, the Cyclone table by artist Isamu Noguchi and pieces by Massimo and Lella Vignelli, Jens Risom, Marcel Breuer and Ludwig Mies van der Rohe, who granted Knoll exclusive permission to produce his designs. The manufacturer continues to produce the only authorized version of the elegant and oft-copied Barcelona chair, which Mies created in collaboration with designer Lilly Reich, his creative and romantic partner.

By 1950 — when production for Knoll was moved to East Greenville, Pennsylvania — more than one third of the designs in the company’s portfolio were Florence’s own. She thought of her furniture as “meat and potatoes,” mere practicality.

“People ask me if I am a furniture designer,” she once said. “I am not. . . . I designed the fill-in pieces that no one else was doing.” But decades later, her own designs, like the Florence Knoll sofa, with its clean architectural lines, and her Bauhaus-inspired Lounge chair, are icons in their own right.

In 2021, Knoll was acquired by Herman Miller, another legendary American furniture manufacturer that turned a number of designers into mid-century household names. The combined company operates under the name MillerKnoll.

Find a collection of vintage Knoll dining chairs, sofas and other seating on 1stDibs.

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Creator: Knoll
Early Eero Saarinen "Womb" Cognac Leather Chair for Knoll
By Eero Saarinen, Knoll
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Transforming a piece of Mid-Century Modern furniture is like bringing history back to life, and we take this journey with passion and precision. With over 17 years of artisanal exper...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Knoll Lounge Chairs

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Iron

Pair of Knoll Barcelona Chairs by Mies Van Der Rohe
By Ludwig Mies van der Rohe, Knoll
Located in San Mateo, CA
Pair of Barcelona chairs manufactured by Knoll. These have a polished stainless steel frame with tan or saddle colored leather. These were purchased in the 1970's. The chair frames s...
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1970s American International Style Vintage Knoll Lounge Chairs

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Stainless Steel

Gae Aulenti Brown Leather Steel Lounge Chairs for Knoll, 1980
By Knoll, Gae Aulenti
Located in Vienna, AT
Collectors set of two Gae Aulenti for Knoll International lounge chairs-Priced as a pair This set of two lounge armchairs is constructed of dark brown lacquered steel frames with th...
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1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Knoll Lounge Chairs

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Steel

A rare highback lounge chair by Knoll, Art Deco
By Knoll, Wilhelm Knoll
Located in Stockholm, SE
A rare Art Deco highback lounge chair by Wilhelm Knoll for Knoll, 1930s. Knoll was founded in 1865 by Wilhelm Knoll with the ambition to manufacture high quailty furniture. During t...
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1930s German Art Deco Vintage Knoll Lounge Chairs

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Wool, Wood

Swivel Lounge Chair by Joseph D'Urso for Knoll, Signed, USA 2009
By Joseph D'Urso, Knoll
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The Swivel Lounge Chair by Joseph D'Urso for Knoll is a stunning piece of American design from 2009. This signed chair features a vibrant orange fabric on the back, adding a pop of c...
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Early 2000s American Modern Knoll Lounge Chairs

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Chrome

Marcel Breuer MB Chair for Knoll
By Knoll, Marcel Breuer
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Marcel Breuer MB Chrome Lounge Chair in a white fabric Upholstery. Chair gives a nice little flex when you sit. Design has a cantilevered hanging seat. Like new condition!
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2010s American Bauhaus Knoll Lounge Chairs

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Chrome

Expertly Restored - Eero Saarinen “Womb” Forest Green Leather Chair for Knoll
By Eero Saarinen, Knoll
Located in Los Angeles, CA
________________________________________ Transforming a piece of Mid-Century Modern furniture is like bringing history back to life, and we take this journey with passion and precis...
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1940s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Knoll Lounge Chairs

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Steel

Warren Platner Easy Chair and Ottoman in Scalamandre Pink Tigre Fabric
By Knoll, Warren Platner
Located in Saint Louis, US
This original vintage Platner chair and ottoman is a sight for sore eyes. Our vision was to make this chair enticing and of course, visually ...
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Knoll Lounge Chairs

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Metal

Authentic Original 1960's Knoll Barcelona Lounge Chairs in Cognac Leather
By Ludwig Mies van der Rohe, Knoll
Located in Las Vegas, NV
Exceptional, all original PAIR of Mies van der Rohe design "Barcelona" lounge chairs produced by Knoll Associates, circa mid 1960's. Both chairs are marked with their original Knol...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Knoll Lounge Chairs

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Chrome

"Barcelona" Mies Van Der Rohe for Knoll 1970s Black Leather Lounge Chair
By Ludwig Mies van der Rohe, Knoll
Located in Brescia, IT
Black leather in perfect condiction Upholstery in excellent condiction Chrome in excellent condiction "Knoll International" sticker label.   
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Knoll Lounge Chairs

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Metal

Matching Pair of Black Leather Mies van der Rohe for Knoll Barcelona Chairs
By Ludwig Mies van der Rohe, Knoll
Located in Dronten, NL
Pair of Barcelona chairs by Mies Van der Rohe for Knoll International in black leather. Engraved with signature in the frame and marked with Knoll logo at the bottom of the cushions....
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Knoll Lounge Chairs

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Steel, Chrome

Warren Platner for Knoll classic armchair designed 1966
By Knoll, Warren Platner
Located in London, GB
Warren Platner studied at Cornell University, graduating in 1941 with a degree in architecture. He went on to work with legendary architects Raymond Loewy, Eero Saarinen, and I. M. P...
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Late 20th Century American Modern Knoll Lounge Chairs

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Steel, Chrome

Eero Saarinen Womb Chair and Ottoman in Zebra
By Eero Saarinen, Knoll
Located in SAINT LOUIS, MO
We have an incredible collection of vintage chairs and design icons waiting for a new life. Please allow 10-12 weeks for re-upholstery and restoration of a vintage Womb Chair and Ott...
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Knoll Lounge Chairs

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Zebra Hide

Forsyth Bespoke Eero Saarinen Womb Chair in Zebra
By Eero Saarinen, Knoll
Located in SAINT LOUIS, MO
A favorite of the Forsyth design team! We have an incredible collection of vintage chairs and design icons waiting for a new life. Our upcycled Womb Chairs are some of our most popul...
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2010s American Mid-Century Modern Knoll Lounge Chairs

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Zebra Hide

Forsyth Bespoke Womb Chair and Ottoman in New Zealand Sheepskin, Smokey Taupe
By Eero Saarinen, Knoll
Located in SAINT LOUIS, MO
A favorite of the Forsyth design team! We have an incredible collection of vintage chairs and design icons waiting for a new life. Our upcycled womb chairs are some of our most po...
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2010s American Mid-Century Modern Knoll Lounge Chairs

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Sheepskin

Aluminum and Leather 1966 Collection Lounge Chair by Richard Schultz for Knoll
By Knoll, Richard Schultz
Located in Dorchester, MA
From Richard Schultz's collection for Knoll known widely as the 1966 Collection, the clean lines of the 25L lounge chair emphasize its understated design. A slender rectilinear frame...
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Knoll Lounge Chairs

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Aluminum

Forsyth Bespoke Eero Saarinen Womb Chair and Ottoman in California Sheepskin
By Eero Saarinen, Knoll
Located in SAINT LOUIS, MO
A favourite of the Forsyth design team! We have an incredible collection of vintage chairs and design icons waiting for a new life. Our upcylced womb chairs are some of our most pop...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Knoll Lounge Chairs

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Sheepskin

Joe D'Urso for Knoll Pair of Swivel Club Lounge Chairs in Deep Blue Wool Blend
By Knoll, Joe D'Urso
Located in Philadelphia, PA
One of Joe D'Urso's most iconic designs, this pair of chairs was produced in by Knoll. This pair forgoes the 'return to center' feature in favor of the more practical height adjustm...
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Early 2000s American Mid-Century Modern Knoll Lounge Chairs

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Aluminum

Forsyth Bespoke Eero Saarinen Womb Chair and Pouf Ottoman in Patagonia Shearling
By Eero Saarinen, Knoll
Located in SAINT LOUIS, MO
A favourite of the Forsyth design team! We have an incredible collection of vintage chairs and design icons waiting for a new life. Our upcycled Womb chairs are some of our most p...
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2010s American Mid-Century Modern Knoll Lounge Chairs

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Sheepskin

Forsyth Bespoke Eero Saarinen Womb Chair Without Ottoman in California Sheepskin
By Eero Saarinen, Knoll
Located in SAINT LOUIS, MO
Note: The listing is for womb chair only, no ottoman included. A favourite of the Forsyth design team! We have an incredible collection of vintage chairs and design icons waiting f...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Knoll Lounge Chairs

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Sheepskin

Forsyth Bespoke Eero Saarinen Womb Chair and Ottoman in Texas Sheepskin
By Eero Saarinen, Knoll
Located in SAINT LOUIS, MO
A favorite of the Forsyth design team! We have an incredible collection of vintage chairs and design icons waiting for a new life. Our upcycled womb chairs are some of our most p...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Knoll Lounge Chairs

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Sheepskin

Pair of Vintage Mid-Century Modern canvas Wassily Lounge Chairs for Knoll
By Knoll, Marcel Breuer, Stendig Co.
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
Pair of Vintage Mid-Century Modern natural canvas cloth wassily lounge chairs for Knoll. The Wassily lounge chair was originally designed by Marcel Breuer has flat caps on the end tu...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Knoll Lounge Chairs

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Steel, Chrome

Forsyth Bespoke Eero Saarinen Womb Chair and Ottoman in Patagonia Shearling
By Eero Saarinen, Knoll
Located in SAINT LOUIS, MO
A favourite of the Forsyth design team! We have an incredible collection of vintage chairs and design icons waiting for a new life. Our upcycled womb chairs are some of our most p...
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2010s American Mid-Century Modern Knoll Lounge Chairs

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Sheepskin

Authentic 1960s Harry Bertoia for Knoll Bird Chair & Ottoman with Original Cover
By Harry Bertoia, Knoll
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Designed by Harry Bertoia in the 1950s, his vision was to create a chair that was sturdy and practical, but also looked light and airy. He famously said "They are mainly made of air,...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Knoll Lounge Chairs

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Steel

Eero Saarinen - Lounge Sessel "Womb" Knoll International, 1960er
By Knoll, Eero Saarinen
Located in Rosendahl, DE
Womb Lounge Chair with ottoman by Knoll International, designed by Eero Saarinen and produced in the 1960s. This iconic chair is renowned for its organic shapes and unparalleled comf...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Knoll Lounge Chairs

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Steel

Eero Saarinen for Knoll Womb Chair /ready for its makeover!
By Eero Saarinen, Knoll
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Eero Saarinen for Knoll Womb Chair. Ready for it's make-over! We can help with Upholstery! About 1500 to redo by my guy who is excellent! Solid Chair just needs new fabric and foam!
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1990s American Mid-Century Modern Knoll Lounge Chairs

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Metal

Early Eero Saarinen for Knoll Womb Chair and Ottoman Re-upholstered
By Eero Saarinen, Knoll
Located in Palm Springs, CA
A wonderfully redone vintage 1960’s Eero Saarinen for Knoll Womb chair and ottoman. It has been reupholstered in a beautiful Knoll fabric designed by Nick Cave called Garden Vert. Fr...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Knoll Lounge Chairs

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Wool

1960s Bkf Hardoy Butterfly Chairs for Knoll in Black
By Knoll
Located in Farmingdale, NJ
Vintage BKF Hardoy “Butterfly Chairs” for knoll. Mid 20th century manufacture (1950-1970s) notice the slightly bent “ears” at top. Presented in their origin...
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20th Century North American Mid-Century Modern Knoll Lounge Chairs

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Iron

Warren Platner for Knoll Bronze Finish Lounge Chair, 1960's
By Warren Platner, Knoll
Located in Bainbridge, NY
Platner for Knoll Bronzed Steel Lounge Chair. Featuring his classic, 1962 designed, airy vertical Steel Wire rod construction, original Antique Bronze finish, ergonomic bucket seat, ...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Knoll Lounge Chairs

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Steel

1960s Warren Platner for Knoll Bronze Lounge Chair
By Warren Platner, Knoll
Located in St.Petersburg, FL
An early 1960s lounge chair designed by Warren Platner for Knoll. Chair is a great opportunity to purchase and redo. Desirable bronze frame. An absolutely iconic piece of design hist...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Knoll Lounge Chairs

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Metal

Jorge Ferrari-Hardoy Butterfly Chair for Knoll in Original Dark Brown Leather
By Jorge Ferrari-Hardoy, Knoll
Located in Berlin, DE
We have another model of the butterfly chair with light brown leather listed. The butterfly chair, also known as the BKF chair or the Hardoy chair, is a folding chair with a simple yet elegant design. The chair consists of a metal frame with a sling seat and backrest made from leather. The frame is typically made of tubular steel and has two curved legs that are connected by a crossbar at the bottom, as well as two more angled legs that support the seat and backrest. The butterfly chair was designed by Argentine architects Juan Kurchan...
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1950s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Knoll Lounge Chairs

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Metal

Harry Bertoia Diamond Chair and Ottoman for Knoll, circa 1950's
By Knoll, Harry Bertoia
Located in Haddonfield, NJ
Large diamond chrome chair designed by Harry Bertoia for Knoll in 1952. The chair and ottoman have the original red fabric cover. Harry Bertoia’s wire chairs...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Knoll Lounge Chairs

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Chrome

Superb Mid-Century Modern Pfister Cube Lounge Chairs by Knoll in Cognac Leather
By Charles Pfister, Knoll
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
Pair of Mid-Century Modern Vintage all original Knoll cube club chairs. Simple cubist form with clean lines, set atop a seemingly floating base that are cha...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Knoll Lounge Chairs

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Leather

Pair of Lounge Chairs by Charles Pollock for Knoll
By Knoll, Charles Pollock
Located in Oklahoma City, OK
Charles Pollock lounge chairs are iconic pieces of mid-century modern furniture design. Designed by American industrial designer Charles Pollock, these lounge chairs showcase a combi...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Knoll Lounge Chairs

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Steel

Warren Platner Lounge Chairs, Restored in Loro Piana Leather and Linen, Pair
By Warren Platner, Knoll
Located in SAINT LOUIS, MO
Icons. Released by Knoll, Platner’s lounge chair lends mid-century cool to any room. The famous lounge chair is created by welding curved steel rods to circular and semi-circular fra...
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2010s American Mid-Century Modern Knoll Lounge Chairs

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Steel

Florence Knoll Lounge Chairs, Model 65, 1960s
By Florence Knoll, Knoll
Located in Littleton, CO
A beautiful pair of Florence Knoll lounge chairs in pristine condition, purchased from Knoll Associates in the 1960s. Reupholstered in Knoll fabric in 2005. The textured fabric is ...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Knoll Lounge Chairs

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Steel, Chrome

Warren Platner for Knoll Mid Century Lounge Chair
By Warren Platner, Knoll
Located in Countryside, IL
Warren Platner for Knoll Mid Century Lounge Chair This chair measures: 36 wide x 27 deep x 30.5 high, with a seat height of 20 and arm height/chair clearance 26 inches All pieces o...
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Knoll Lounge Chairs

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Metal, Chrome

Forsyth Bespoke Womb Chair and Ottoman in New Zealand Sheepskin, Ivory
By Eero Saarinen, Knoll
Located in SAINT LOUIS, MO
A favorite of the Forsyth design team! We have an incredible collection of vintage chairs and design icons waiting for a new life. Our upcycled womb chairs are some of our most po...
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2010s American Mid-Century Modern Knoll Lounge Chairs

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Sheepskin

Rare Early Eero Saarinen Womb Chair and Ottoman, Knoll, USA, 1950s
By Eero Saarinen, Knoll
Located in LEWES, GB
A rare early production Eero Saarinen womb chairsand ottoman, made by Knoll, USA, 1950s. Fibreglass, black enameled steel frames and first edition feet / glides. Newly upholstered i...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Knoll Lounge Chairs

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Steel

Frank Gehry Power Play Chair for Knoll, Black Lacquered
By Knoll, Frank Gehry
Located in Chicago, IL
Frank Gehry Power Play chair. Hard maple, black finish. Frame constructed of hard white maple veneer strips. The underside of both piece...
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1990s Post-Modern Knoll Lounge Chairs

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Maple

Harry Bertoia for Knoll Vintage Bird Lounge Chair
By Knoll, Harry Bertoia
Located in Saint Louis, US
Harry Bertoia for Knoll International bird chair. This iconic lounge chair and ottoman were originally designed by Harry Bertoia in 1952 and manufactured by Knoll International. Each...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Knoll Lounge Chairs

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Metal

Mies van der Rohe for Knoll Barcelona Chairs circa 1979 Pair Available
By Ludwig Mies van der Rohe, Knoll
Located in Atlanta, GA
Iconic Barcelona Lounge Chairs, designed by Ludwig Mies van der Rohe for Knoll, American, circa 1979. Signed with Knoll labels underneath. The leather retains it's warm original pati...
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Knoll Lounge Chairs

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Metal

Forsyth Bespoke Eero Saarinen Womb Chair and Ottoman in Natural Cashmere
By Eero Saarinen, Knoll
Located in SAINT LOUIS, MO
Lead Time: Please allow 10 to 12 weeks to restore a vintage Womb Chair and Ottoman in Natural Cashmere. "Eero Saarinen designed the groundbreaking Womb chair at Florence Knoll's req...
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Knoll Lounge Chairs

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Goat Hair

Warren Platner for Knoll Bronze Easy Chair and Ottoman in Alpaca
By Knoll, Warren Platner
Located in Dallas, TX
Gorgeous Warren Platner for Knoll Easy Chair and Ottoman in a bronze frame. This chair has been reupholstered in a beautiful alpaca mohair in burnt orange. Chair measure 38.75"H x ...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Knoll Lounge Chairs

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Metal

Bruce Hannah & Andrew Morrison Sling / aluminum armchair for Knoll 1970
By Bruce Hannah & Andrew Morrison, Knoll
Located in Buffalo, NY
"Sling" armchair from the 70s for Knoll by designers Andrew Morrison and Bruce Hannah in a dark brown leather -like fabric and cast aluminum. Origina...
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Knoll Lounge Chairs

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Aluminum

Eero Saarinen for Knoll Mid Century Womb Chair with Ottoman
By Eero Saarinen, Knoll
Located in Countryside, IL
Eero Saarinen for Knoll Mid Century Womb Chair with Ottoman The chair measures: 38.75 wide x 35 deep x 35.5 high, with a seat height of 17 inc...
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Knoll Lounge Chairs

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Chrome

Forsyth Bespoke Eero Saarinen Womb Chair and Ottoman in Shearling
By Knoll, Eero Saarinen
Located in SAINT LOUIS, MO
Lead Time: Please allow 10 to 12 weeks to restore a vintage Womb Chair and Ottoman in Shearling. "Eero Saarinen designed the groundbreaking Wom...
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2010s American Mid-Century Modern Knoll Lounge Chairs

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Sheepskin

Forsyth Bespoke Eero Saarinen Womb Chair in Australian Sheepskin
By Eero Saarinen, Knoll
Located in SAINT LOUIS, MO
We have an incredible collection of vintage chairs and design icons waiting for a new life. Our upcylced womb chairs are some of our most popular designs. This womb chair will be made to order with the finest Australian sheepskins...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Knoll Lounge Chairs

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Sheepskin

Pair Barcelona Chairs, Black Leather and Stainless Steel, Mies for Knoll, Signed
By Ludwig Mies van der Rohe, Knoll
Located in Kansas City, MO
All original timeless classic pair of black leather and hand polished stainless steel Barcelona chairs. Designed by Mies van de Rohe in 1929, this pair was produced in the 1970s. Ver...
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1970s American Bauhaus Vintage Knoll Lounge Chairs

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Stainless Steel

Pair Knoll Pfister Lounge Chairs, 1980
By Knoll, Charles Pfister
Located in Chicago, IL
Pair Knoll Pfister lounge Chairs, 1980. Original upholstery excellent condition.
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1980s American Post-Modern Vintage Knoll Lounge Chairs

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Upholstery

Set of Four Richard Schultz 1966 Series Armless Lounge Chairs
By Richard Schultz, Knoll
Located in Chicago, IL
Richard Schultz for 1966 series for Knoll. Set of four outdoor lounge chairs. No longer in production. Seat and back are woven vinyl coated polyester mesh with vinyl straps and stai...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Knoll Lounge Chairs

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Stainless Steel, Metal

Warren Platner for Knoll Lounge Chair
By Knoll
Located in New York, NY
Sculptural and graceful iconic lounge chair model 1705 by Warren Platner designed in 1962 for Knoll International. Upholstered in luxurious rust ...
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Knoll Lounge Chairs

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Metal

Florence Knoll Lounge Chair with Original Wool Upholstery
By Knoll
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Knoll arm / lounge chair designed by Florence Knoll in the early 1950's retaining its original orange fabric supported by cylindrical polished steel feet. This 1960s example, as evid...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Knoll Lounge Chairs

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Steel

Maple and Walnut Lounge Chair, Model 645, by Lewis Butler for Knoll Associates
By Knoll, Lewis Butler for Knoll
Located in Dorchester, MA
Created in 1955 by Lewis Butler, senior designer and later head of Knoll’s Planning Unit, this lounge chair, model 645, features a dynamic but clean-lined frame of maple into which are set angled planks of walnut plywood to form the seat and backrest. Upholstered pillows...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Knoll Lounge Chairs

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Textile, Foam, Maple, Walnut

Harry Bertoia "Diamond" Lounge Chair for Knoll, USA, 1980s
By Knoll, Harry Bertoia
Located in Hellouw, NL
A diamond lounge chair by Harry Bertoia for Knoll with Kvadrat Fabric from the USA. This chair is probably produced in the 1980s and has a black frame with a fully covered seating ar...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Knoll Lounge Chairs

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Metal

Wassily Lounge Chair by Marcel Breuer for Knoll, 1920s
By Marcel Breuer, Knoll
Located in Budapest, HU
The Wassily chair, designed by Marcel Breuer in the 1920s for Knoll, stands as an iconic piece in the evolution of modern design. Renowned for its pioneering use of materials and dis...
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1920s Vintage Knoll Lounge Chairs

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Steel

Pair Charles Pfister - Knoll, Tuxedo Club or Lounge Chairs Mid-Century Classics
By Charles Pfister, Knoll
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Beautiful black fabric on original upholstered pair of Knoll club chairs. Clean, almost like new with very few & faint blemishes. Super stylish and very comfortable. Mid-Century Mode...
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Early 2000s American Mid-Century Modern Knoll Lounge Chairs

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Upholstery

Mies van der Rohe for Knoll Barcelona Chairs in Black Leather
By Ludwig Mies van der Rohe, Knoll
Located in Dallas, TX
Elevate your living space with the timeless elegance of Mies van der Rohe's Barcelona Chairs in classic black Volo leather, exclusively available at circa20c. Crafted by Knoll, these...
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Knoll Lounge Chairs

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Steel

Knoll lounge chairs for sale on 1stDibs.

Knoll lounge chairs are available for sale on 1stDibs. These distinctive items are frequently made of metal and are designed with extraordinary care. There are many options to choose from in our collection of Knoll lounge chairs, although brown editions of this piece are particularly popular. We have 261 vintage editions of these items in-stock, while there is 12 modern edition to choose from as well. Many of the original lounge chairs by Knoll were created in the mid-century modern style in north america during the 20th century. If you’re looking for additional options, many customers also consider lounge chairs by Milo Baughman, Charles and Ray Eames, and Herman Miller. Prices for Knoll lounge chairs can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these items begin at $350 and can go as high as $35,750, while a piece like these, on average, fetch $4,629.
Questions About Knoll Lounge Chairs
  • 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 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 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
    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 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 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 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
    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 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 ExpertOctober 7, 2024
    To tell if your Knoll table is real, look for a label on the underside of the tabletop. Nearly all Knoll pieces feature marks, but the specific style of the label and the information included on it have varied over the years and from table to table. As a result, you should try searching trusted online resources for images of the labels found on authentic tables of the same age and model as your own. Alternatively, you can have a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer evaluate your piece. On 1stDibs, explore a diverse assortment of Knoll tables.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 9, 2024
    To tell if a chair is a Parker Knoll, look for the maker's label, usually found under the seat on dining chairs and on the bases or frames on office and accent chairs. Although the company has modified its markings over the years, most pieces will at least state "Parker Knoll.” Many pieces also feature serial numbers. By cross-referencing these numbers with information published on trusted online resources, you can learn about the age, style name and other features of your chair. If you need assistance with identification, seek the opinion of a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer. Shop a collection of Parker Knoll chairs on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 22, 2024
    Where Parker Knoll sofas are made has changed over time. In 2016, the luxury furniture maker moved its factory to Castlewood, Nottinghamshire. Prior to the relocation, the company produced most of its pieces in London and High Wycombe, Buckinghamshire. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of Parker Knoll sofas from some of the world's top sellers.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 15, 2024
    To tell if a chair is Parker Knoll, look under the seat. Most Parker Knoll chairs will be marked with the company's logo and a model number. Some may also display the designer's signature. You can cross-reference the model number with information published on trusted online resources to learn more about your chair. If you can't locate a maker's mark or run into other difficulties identifying your chair, consider enlisting the help of a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer. On 1stDibs, explore a selection of Parker Knoll chairs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 26, 2024
    To tell if a Knoll chair is real, first look for Knoll Furniture markings, usually found under the seat. These labels have varied over the years, but by comparing what's present on your furniture to images of authentic pieces found on trusted online resources produced around the same time, you can spot any inconsistencies that might indicate a replica. Knoll Furniture has sold many different chairs since its founding in 1938. Researching the characteristics of your specific chair can help you identify signs that your piece may be a replica. A certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer can also help with authentication. On 1stDibs, shop an assortment of Knoll chairs.
  • 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
    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.

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