Paul McCobb Furniture
American, 1917-1969
The single aesthetic attribute of vintage Paul McCobb furniture is that the designer completely forsook ornament — his pieces have no flourishes. And yet, because they are honest — McCobb’s chairs, desks and dining tables are made of solid wood, usually maple or birch, often paired with frames and legs of wrought iron; the cabinets are traditionally scaled; the seating pieces have historic antecedents such as the Windsor chair — his mid-century modern work has warmth and presence.
You could call the Massachusetts-born McCobb a man of parts. As a furniture designer, his work combined the attributes of many of his now better-known peers.
Like the work of Bauhaus designers such as Ludwig Mies van der Rohe and Marcel Breuer, McCobb's furniture had purity of form and line. Like the designs of Florence Knoll and George Nelson and his associates, McCobb’s work was efficient and purposeful. And even like George Nakashima, he was adept at interpreting traditional forms, in particular those of chairs, for the 20th century.
More than any other designer besides Russel Wright, with his ubiquitous ceramic tableware, McCobb was arguably responsible for the introduction of modern design into middle-class American households — if for no other reason than that he designed the 1952 set for the original Today show.
McCobb, a repeat recipient of the Good Design Award from the Museum of Modern Art, also designed cohesive lines of furnishings, such as his best-known Planner Group, that gave homes an instant “look.” He designed for several companies, most notably Directional, which was home to McCobb’s Origami chair.
In 1949, in partnership with New York furniture salesman B.G. Mesberg, McCobb set up the Directional Furniture Company, a brand known to vintage mid-century modern furniture collectors everywhere. Directional opened its doors after McCobb created the high-end Directional Modern line of sofas distributed by the New York-based Modernage Company. Directional also produced designs by other legends such as Paul Evans and Vladimir Kagan.
As you can see from the offerings on 1stDibs, McCobb designs are the pin-striped suit, or the little black dress, of a decor: an essential.
Find vintage Paul McCobb credenzas, bookcases, nightstands and other furniture on 1stDibs.
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Creator: Paul McCobb
Dealer: Soho Treasures
Paul McCobb One Draw Planner Group End Table Night Stand Mid Century Modern Mint
By Paul McCobb
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Mid-Century Modern Planner Group stand by Paul McCobb.
Category
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Paul McCobb Furniture
Materials
Brass
Pair of Paul McCobb Solid Birch Round Back Barrel Shape Arm Chairs
By Paul McCobb
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Pair of Paul McCobb Solid Birch Round Back Barrel Shape Arm Chairs
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Paul McCobb Furniture
Materials
Birch
Paul McCobb Mid-Century Modern Black lacquer Slate Like Top Coffee Table MINT!
By Paul McCobb
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Paul McCobb Mid-Century Modern Black lacquer Slate Like Top Coffee Table MINT!
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Paul McCobb Furniture
Materials
Laminate, Birch
Paul McCobb Gentlemans High Chest Dresser Calvin Furniture Irwin Collection Mint
By Paul McCobb, Calvin Furniture
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Paul McCobb Gentlemans high chest dresser Calvin Furniture Irwin Collection MINT
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Paul McCobb Furniture
Materials
Brass
Mid-Century Modern Paul McCob Walnut Lounge Chair for Directional Mint
By Paul McCobb, Directional
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Mid-Century Modern Paul McCob Walnut Lounge Chair for Directional Mint!
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Paul McCobb Furniture
Materials
Walnut, Upholstery
Paul McCobb Solid Birch Drop Leaf Dining Table Planer Group Tapered Legs MINT!
By Paul McCobb, Winchendon
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Paul McCobb solid birch drop leaf dining table planer group tapered legs MINT!
Drop leaves measure 17 inches across.
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Paul McCobb Furniture
Materials
Maple
McCobb Square Brass Square Base New Navy Blue Upholstery Bench Stool
By Paul McCobb
Located in Rockaway, NJ
McCobb 20" square brass square base new navy blue upholstery bench stool.
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Paul McCobb Furniture
Materials
Brass
Pair of Mid Century Modern McCobb Chairs Newly Upholstered in Cream Virgin Wool
By Paul McCobb
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Pair of Mid Century Modern McCobb Lounge Chairs Newly Upholstered in Cream Virgin Wool Fabric Stunning!
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Paul McCobb Furniture
Materials
Upholstery, Walnut
Harvey Probber Black Lacquer Mahogany Brass Hardware and Legs 4 Drawer Chest
By Paul McCobb, Harvey Probber
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Mid-Century Modern black lacquer mahogany brass hardware bachelor chest compact dresser by Harvey Probber.
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Paul McCobb Furniture
Materials
Brass
Large Rectangle Walnut One Drawer Paul McCobb Coffee Table for Calvin 1960s Mint
By Paul McCobb, Calvin Furniture
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Large rectangle walnut one drawer Paul McCobb coffee table for Calvin 1960s MINT.
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Paul McCobb Furniture
Materials
Brass
Pair of Refinished Paul McCobb Three Drawers Dressers Planner Group Tapered Legs
By Paul McCobb
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Pair of Mid-Century Modern solid birch three drawers dresser by Paul McCobb.
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Paul McCobb Furniture
Materials
Birch
Pair of New Red Upholstery Square Brass Frames Benches Stools by Paul McCobb
By Paul McCobb
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Pair of Mid-Century Modern brass benches by Paul McCobb.
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Paul McCobb Furniture
Materials
Brass
Shabby Chic Finish 5 Drawers Paul McCobb Dresser with Cone Pulls
By Paul McCobb
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Super nice shabby chic finish five drawers Paul McCobb tall dresser bachelor chest.
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Paul McCobb Furniture
Materials
Birch
Paul McCobb Square Center Birch Coffee Table
By Paul McCobb
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Very nice Mid-Century Modern square center table with con tapered legs.
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Paul McCobb Furniture
Materials
Birch
Pual McCobb Planner Group Winchendon Two-Tier Nightstand
By Paul McCobb
Located in Rockaway, NJ
McCobb two-tier Mid-Century Modern Planner Group side end table stand. Solid brass cone shape pull.
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Paul McCobb Furniture
Materials
Birch
Four Drawers Small Petit Narrow Bachelor Chest
By Paul McCobb
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Very nice narrow Mid-Century Modern bachelor chest by Paul McCobb.
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Paul McCobb Furniture
Materials
Aluminum
Paul McCobb Drop-Leaf Dining Table for Calvin
By Paul McCobb
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Very nice Paul McCobb drop-leaf dining table with three 12" extension leaves.
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Paul McCobb Furniture
Solid Birch Planner Group Mid-Century Modern Credenza Long Dresser Paul McCobb
By Paul McCobb, Planner Group
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Nice wooden handles three compartments three drawers Paul McCobb credenza. Nice TV base cabinet. Excellent original vintage condition with beautiful wood grain.
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Paul McCobb Furniture
Materials
Birch
Heavy Solid Brass Base Reploge Floor Stand Globe Paul McCobb MINT
By Paul McCobb
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Heavy Solid Brass Base Reploge Floor Stand Globe Paul McCobb MINT
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Paul McCobb Furniture
Materials
Brass, Bronze
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Paul Mccobb furniture for sale on 1stDibs.
Paul McCobb furniture are available for sale on 1stDibs. These distinctive items are frequently made of wood and are designed with extraordinary care. There are many options to choose from in our collection of Paul McCobb furniture, although brown editions of this piece are particularly popular. We have 901 vintage editions of these items in-stock, while there is 16 modern edition to choose from as well. Many of the original furniture by Paul McCobb 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 furniture by Dunbar, George Nelson, and John Widdicomb. Prices for Paul McCobb furniture can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these items begin at $195 and can go as high as $25,995, while a piece like these, on average, fetch $3,826.
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- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022You can sell Paul McCobb furniture in a number of ways. Options include selling directly to someone else by advertising on social media or in the newspaper or going to a vintage furniture shop. You can also work with an auction house or choose a reputable online platform. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of Paul McCobb furniture.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022The best way to identify Paul McCobb furniture is to look for the signature hallmarks of his style. He didn't sign or add a brand marker to his pieces. McCobb preferred clean, simple lines with no ornamentation. Slightly angled legs and boxy drawers and chair backs are indicative of his work. On 1stDibs, find a variety of expertly vetted Paul McCobb furniture.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022To refinish Paul McCobb furniture, start by stripping away the old finish with a chemical stripper. Then, use a fine wire brush and steel wool to remove any lingering chemicals. Sand every surface and apply a wood conditioner. Finally, apply three to five coats of lacquer. Find a collection of Paul McCobb furniture on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022In most cases, Paul McCobb used a natural lacquer wood finish. In doing so, he emphasized the natural color and grain of the hardwoods used to build his tables, desks, cabinets and other furniture. Shop a collection of Paul McCobb on 1stDibs.
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