Paul McCobb Side Chairs
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
Paul McCobb Planner Group Maple and Iron "Shovel" Side Chair, Fully Restored
By Paul McCobb, Planner Group
Located in South Bend, IN
An exceptional Mid-Century Modern "shovel" dining chair, desk chair, or side chair
By Paul McCobb for Winchendon Furniture, "Planner Group"
USA, 1950s
Sculpted solid maple seat an...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Paul McCobb Side Chairs
Materials
Iron
Paul McCobb Planner Group Maple and Iron "Shovel" Side Chairs, Fully Restored
By Paul McCobb, Planner Group
Located in South Bend, IN
An exceptional pair of Mid-Century Modern "shovel" dining chairs or side chairs
By Paul McCobb for Winchendon Furniture, "Planner Group"
USA, 1950s
Sculpted solid maple seats and ...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Paul McCobb Side Chairs
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Iron
Paul McCobb for Winchendon Mid Century Maple and Iron Model 1533 Shovel Chair
By Paul McCobb, Winchendon
Located in Countryside, IL
Paul McCobb for Winchendon Mid Century Maple and Iron Model 1533 Shovel Chair
This chair measures: 18.25 wide x 23 deep x 33.25 inches high, with a seat height/chair clearance of 17...
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Iron
Paul McCobb for Winchendon MCM Maple and Iron Model 1533 Shovel Chair - Pair
By Paul McCobb, Winchendon
Located in Countryside, IL
Paul McCobb for Winchendon Mid Century Maple and Iron Model 1533 Shovel Chair - Pair
Each chair measures: 18.25 wide x 23 deep x 33.25 inches high, with a seat height/chair clearanc...
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Paul McCobb Side Chairs
Materials
Iron
Pair of Paul McCobb Midcentury Side Chairs with Walnut Frames and Bouclé Seats
By Paul McCobb, Calvin Furniture
Located in Saint Louis, MO
An inspiring pair of fully restored Paul McCobb walnut side chairs with new seat upholstery finished in softly textured ivory white bouclé. Paul McCobb is known for his talented deli...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Paul McCobb Side Chairs
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Bouclé, Upholstery, Walnut
Paul McCobb Model 1530 Mid-Century Modern Chair, Early Winchendon Label
By Winchendon, Paul McCobb
Located in Buffalo, NY
Classic Paul McCobb Model 1530 Mid-Century Modern Chair, Retains early Winchendon Modern label. Pre Planner Group. Wonderful original condition, color, finish, patina. Functional Art...
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1950s American Vintage Paul McCobb Side Chairs
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Wood, Maple
Paul McCobb Directional Lounge Chair
By Paul McCobb
Located in Dallas, TX
A 1950s Directional lounge chair designed by Paul McCobb and manufactured by Custom Craft Inc. The chair has been reupholstered in an Anne Kirk linen, wool blend and the legs refinis...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Paul McCobb Side Chairs
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Set of 12 Mid-Century Modern Paul McCobb Side / Dining Chairs, 'Shovel' Chairs
By Paul McCobb
Located in Stamford, CT
Set of twelve (12) Mid-Century Modern Paul McCobb side / dining chairs, 'shovel' chairs.
Large set of twelve unique mid-century dining or side chairs. Paul McCobb originally desi...
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Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Paul McCobb Side Chairs
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Iron
Pair of Mid-Century Modern Maple and Iron "Shovel" Chairs by Paul Mccobb
By Paul McCobb
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Paul Mccobb Shovel Chairs model #1533 designed in the 1950s for Planner Group and produced by Winchendon.
Composed of solid maple seats with sculpted edges and deeply carved back res...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Paul McCobb Side Chairs
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Metal, Wrought Iron
Connoisseur Collection Side Chair by Paul McCobb, C. 1950s
By Paul McCobb
Located in Westport, CT
The highly sought-after Connoisseur Collection side or desk chair, designed by Paul McCobb, circa 1950-1959. Executed in walnut, fully restored, and reupholstered in taupe leather, s...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Paul McCobb Side Chairs
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Brass
Paul McCobb Mid-Century Modern Fiberglass Origami Chair on Spider Base, 1950s
By Paul McCobb
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous Mid-Century Modern molded fiberglass "origami" chair on rare spider base
By Paul McCobb for St. John Seating Corporation.
USA, 1950s.
Measures: 21"W x 22"D x 32"H...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Paul McCobb Side Chairs
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Steel
Origami Side Chair on Swiveling Pedestal Base by Paul McCobb for St John
By Paul McCobb
Located in Dorchester, MA
Designed in 1959 as the Faceted form chair, Paul McCobb’s fiberglass seating has become known as the Origami Chair, its molded facets reminiscent of ...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Paul McCobb Side Chairs
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Metal
Paul McCobb Mid-Century Modern Fiberglass Origami Chair, 1950s
By Paul McCobb
Located in South Bend, IN
A rare Mid-Century Modern molded fiberglass "origami" chair
By Paul McCobb for St. John Seating Corporation
USA, 1950s
Measures: 21" W x 22.5" D x 32.5" H. Seat height 18".
...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Paul McCobb Side Chairs
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Paul McCobb Side Chairs
By Paul McCobb
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Paul McCobb thin brass frame side chairs (3 available).
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Paul McCobb Side Chairs
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Rare White Paul McCobb Origami Chair on Spider Base
By Paul McCobb
Located in Brooklyn, NY
1960s vintage white molded fiberglass Origami shell chair designed by Paul McCobb on very scarce spider base. A stunning example of this rarely seen combo. The faceted chair...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Paul McCobb Side Chairs
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Fiberglass
Set 4 Asian Modernist Side Dining Chairs, "PAGOTA" Designed by Paul McCobb
By Paul McCobb
Located in Buffalo, NY
Stunning set 4 Pagota side chairs designed by Paul McCobb. Retains original black lacquer finish. Minor wear, also retains original caning, seats recently reupholstered. Classic desi...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Paul McCobb Side Chairs
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Fabric, Cane, Wood
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Paul Mccobb side chairs for sale on 1stDibs.
Paul McCobb side chairs 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 side chairs, although brown editions of this piece are particularly popular. Many of the original side chairs by Paul McCobb were created in the mid-century modern style in united states during the 20th century. If you’re looking for additional options, many customers also consider side chairs by Charles Eames, Dunbar, and Baker Furniture Company. Prices for Paul McCobb side chairs can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these items begin at $750 and can go as high as $11,750, while a piece like these, on average, fetch $1,875.
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Questions About Paul McCobb Side Chairs
- 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.