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Florence Knoll 78" Oval Dining Table in Gray Marble

Creator: Florence Knoll
Offered by: Object Refinery

Description
Florence Knoll's transformative influence on Mid-Century design is reflected in every piece of furniture that bears her name, including this elegant dining table. As a pioneer in interior design, Knoll founded the renowned "Planning Unit," serving illustrious clients like IBM and CBS while reshaping the modern American home and workspace.

Knoll’s commitment to functionality and aesthetics often led her to design furniture for spaces that lacked suitable options, resulting in the creation of her now-iconic furniture collection. From sofas and lounge chairs to tables, each piece embodies her timeless vision of modernism and continues to grace homes and offices with understated elegance.

This visually weightless table was originally marketed as both a desk and a dining table. The oval top, crafted from exquisite Gray marble, features crisp white veins and a refined bullnosed edge inspired by Eero Saarinen’s iconic Tulip Pedestal Tables. The base, however, is distinctly Florence Knoll—an ingenious design of four solid cast steel splayed legs converging into a single central column. This masterfully balanced structure achieves a remarkable sense of weightlessness, despite its substantial materials.

This vintage iteration, circa 1980, remains in excellent original condition, showcasing only minor wear consistent with its age and history. It is a testament to Florence Knoll’s ability to combine monumental craftsmanship with an enduring sense of modern sophistication, making it an ideal centerpiece for any discerning collector or design enthusiast.

More Information

Documentation:	Documented elsewhere (exact item)
Origin:	United States
Period:	1980-1999
Materials:	Polished Gray Marble & Polished Steel
Condition:	Good. Minor wear consistent with age and history
Styles / Movements:	Modern, Mid Century
Incollect Reference #:	772963

Dimensions

W.	78 in;	H.	27.5 in;	D.	48 in;
W.	198.12 cm;	H.	69.85 cm;	D.	121.92 cm;

Message from Seller:

Stories exist in many forms, we see them in objects. The aesthetic of those before us is passed down through their surviving creations. These are the objects we search for; to preserve, refine, & continue the story. Object Refinery combines design obsession, fine craftsmanship, and a love for history in our worldwide search for objects. Based in Connecticut, USA; we partner with a network of local artisans to restore and refine our findings before passing them on to the next collector.