Florence Knoll 78" Oval Dining Table in Calacatta Marble

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 Calacatta marble, features warm golden 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.