Vladimir Kagan Swivel Chairs
American, German, 1927-2016
The pioneers of modern furniture design in America in the mid-20th century all had their moments of flamboyance: Charles and Ray Eames produced the startling, biomorphic La Chaise; George Nelson’s firm created the Marshmallow sofa; Edward Wormley had his decadent Listen to Me chaise. But no designer of the day steadily offered works with more verve and dynamism than Vladimir Kagan. While others, it seems, designed with suburban households in mind, Kagan aimed to suit the tastes of young, sophisticated city-dwellers. With signature designs that feature sleekly curved frames and others that have dramatic out-thrust legs, Kagan made furniture sexy.
Kagan’s father was a Russian master cabinetmaker who took his family first to Germany (where Vladimir was born) and then to New York in 1938. After studying architecture at Columbia University, Kagan opened a design firm at age 22 and immediately made a splash with his long, low and sinuous Serpentine sofa. Furniture lines such as the Tri-symmetric group of glass-topped, three-legged tables and the vivacious Contours chairs soon followed.
Kagan’s choices of form and materials evolved through subsequent decades, embracing lucite, aluminum and burl-wood veneers. By the late 1960s, Kagan was designing austere, asymmetrical cabinets and his Omnibus group of modular sofas and chairs. For all his aesthetic élan, Kagan said that throughout his career, his touchstone was comfort. “A lot of modern furniture was not comfortable. And so comfort is: form follows function. The function was to make it comfortable,” he once commented. “I created what I called vessels for the human body.”
A diverse group of bodies have made themselves at home with Kagan designs. Among the famous names who commissioned and collected his designs are Marilyn Monroe, Gary Cooper, Andy Warhol, David Lynch, Angelina Jolie and Brad Pitt, and firms such as Gucci and Giorgio Armani. His work is in numerous museum collections, including those of the Victoria & Albert and the Metropolitan Museum of Art.
Because of its idiosyncrasy, Kagan’s work did not lend itself to mass-production. Kagan never signed on with any of the major furniture-making corporations, and examples of his designs are relatively rare. As you will see from the offerings on 1stDibs, even decades after their conception, Kagan pieces still command the eye, with their freshness, energy, sensuality and wit.
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Creator: Vladimir Kagan
Pair of Swiveling "Nautilus" Chairs by Vladimir Kagan in Smoked Platinum
By Vladimir Kagan
Located in New York, NY
This pair of Nautilus chairs exemplify the stunning organic Futurist forms and clean lines for which Vladimir Kagan one of the most esteemed furniture designers of the 20th century i...
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Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Vladimir Kagan Swivel Chairs
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Hardwood, Velvet
Pair of Vladimir Kagan Nautilus Swivel Lounge Chairs and Ottoman in Ivory Bouclé
By Vladimir Kagan
Located in Saint Louis, MO
Amongst the most popular Vladimir Kagan designs, these Nautilus swivel lounge chairs are sculptural, comfortable and fun, and were recently professionally reupholstered in cozy Ivory Boucle. Corkscrew shape with sloped back and scrolled arm. The Nautilus chairs swivel making them a good choice for open floor plans - you may align your sight with any person or object in the room simply with a gentle swivel. Matching contoured Ottoman is on casters and seamlessly rolls into place like a puzzle piece inviting you to relax and put your feet up with a good book or a glass of your favorite vino. Fabric is highly durable; it's texture provides for ventilation to keep warm in winter and cool in summer. Want to see more beautiful things? Scroll down below and click "View All From Seller" or favorite our shop to get your 1stDibs on our new inventory.
Nautilus Swivel Chairs: 36” W x 33” D x 29” H (Seat Height 17”)
Ottoman: 33” W x 21” D x 17” H
Photographed along with and also currently available in our shop:
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Late 20th Century American Modern Vladimir Kagan Swivel Chairs
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Bouclé
Vladimir Kagan New York Collection Swivel Chair with Original Upholstery
By Vladimir Kagan
Located in Miami, FL
Vladimir Kagan New York Collection Swivel Chair with Original Upholstery
Offered for sale is an original Vladimir Kagan "New York Collection" swivel chair with the original uphols...
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Late 20th Century American Modern Vladimir Kagan Swivel Chairs
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Metal
Nautilus Chairs by Vladimir Kagan for Directional
By Directional, Vladimir Kagan
Located in Chicago, IL
c. 1980s. Price is for the set. Contact us if you’d like to purchase a single item. Reupholstered in nubby chenille from Fishman's Fabrics. Tagged Directional. Original example desig...
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1980s American Post-Modern Vintage Vladimir Kagan Swivel Chairs
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Chenille
Vladimir Kagan Pair of Corkscrew Swivel Chairs for Directional in Bouclé, Signed
By Directional, Vladimir Kagan
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Newly reupholstered in a soft and nubby white bouclé, this pair of 'Corkscrew' swivel chairs by Vladimir Kagan for Directional, circa 1980 are signed with a Directional labels undern...
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1980s American Post-Modern Vintage Vladimir Kagan Swivel Chairs
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Bouclé
20th Century American Pair of Nautilus Swivel Lounge Chairs by Vladimir Kagan
By Preview, Vladimir Kagan
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A vintage Mid-Century Modern American pair of 360 degrees Nautilus swivel lounge chairs designed by Vladimir Kagan and produced by Preview in good condition. The seat backrest of the...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Vladimir Kagan Swivel Chairs
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Fabric, Bouclé, Upholstery, Wood
Vladimir Kagan Swivel Bilboa Chairs in Silk and Leather
By Vladimir Kagan
Located in Dallas, TX
A Post Modern pair of Vladimir Kagan Bilbao swivel chairs upholstered in silk and leather circa 1990s. Enamored with Bilbao, Spain, the Bilbao chair is a manifestation of Vladimir Ka...
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Vladimir Kagan Swivel Chairs
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20th Century American Pair of Vintage Preview Lounge Chairs by Vladimir Kagan
By Preview, Vladimir Kagan
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A vintage Mid-Century Modern American pair of 360 degrees Nautilus swivel lounge chairs designed by Vladimir Kagan and produced by Preview in good condition. The seat backrest of the...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Vladimir Kagan Swivel Chairs
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Fabric, Bouclé, Upholstery, Wood
20th Century American Pair of Modern Swivel Lounge Chairs by Vladimir Kagan
By Preview, Vladimir Kagan
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A vintage Mid-Century Modern American pair of 360 degrees Nautilus swivel lounge chairs designed by Vladimir Kagan and produced by Preview in good condition. The seat backrest of the...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Vladimir Kagan Swivel Chairs
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Fabric, Bouclé, Upholstery, Wood
Vladimir Kagan Nautilus Corksrew swivel chairs
By Directional
By Vladimir Kagan
Located in Philadelphia, PA
For your consideration we are offering these Iconic chairs in the original leather and fabric combination upholstery. These chairs are extremely comfortable and the swivel mechanism...
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Late 20th Century American Modern Vladimir Kagan Swivel Chairs
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Leather, Fabric, Wood
Vladimir Kagan for Directional High-Back Swivel Lounge Chair
By Vladimir Kagan, Directional
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vladimir Kagan for Directional High-Back Swivel Lounge Chair in a Charcoal Dark Blue Mohair. One of Kagan's Signature Designs, known as the 100A Series. Kagan reinvented the design...
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Vladimir Kagan Swivel Chairs
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Mohair, Upholstery
Vladimir Kagan Caterpillar Chairs Newly Upholstered in Camel Color Mohair
By Vladimir Kagan
Located in Saint Louis, MO
Goodness aren’t these Caterpillar Swivel Chairs by Vladimir Kagan the most stunning sculptural and complimentary shape you’ve seen. As enticing as chocolate truffles, these Kagan swi...
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Early 2000s American Post-Modern Vladimir Kagan Swivel Chairs
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Mohair, Upholstery
Pair of Vladimir Kagan Wingback Swivel Chairs & Ottomans in Curly Latte Fabric
By Directional, Vladimir Kagan
Located in Saint Louis, MO
If you want to be the envy of your friends and fellow designers, here's how you do it. Rare pair of Vladimir Kagan Swivel Wingback Chairs for Directional with custom ottomans freshly...
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1990s American Post-Modern Vladimir Kagan Swivel Chairs
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Fabric, Upholstery
Vladimir Kagan Sculptural High Back Swivel Chairs in Textured Ivory Fabric
By Vladimir Kagan
Located in Saint Louis, MO
These Vladimir Kagan swivel chairs deliver an alluring raised collar high art esthetic. The sort of modern chairs that are so sculptural, they’re art. Swivel about and get a look at the entire space from the comfort of this luxurious Vladimir Kagan swivel chair. This pair of Kagan swivel chairs was freshly professionally reupholstered in an incredibly soft ivory fabric. The fabric has texture and contrasts the chairs’ silhouette. Sculptural lines for the eye. Sexy welcoming texture for the feels. A great choice for an art filled space to compliment and add to your existing collection. For aficionados and collectors of designer furnishings, a wonderful Vladimir Kagan acquisition.
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Vladimir Kagan Bilbao Swiveling Chaise Lounge in Luxurious Latte Bouclé
Design Institute of America Black & Brass Revolving Two Tier Coffee Table
Post Modern Curtis Jere Circular...
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1990s American Post-Modern Vladimir Kagan Swivel Chairs
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Fabric, Upholstery
Vladimir Kagan Bilboa Sofa in Silk and Leather
By Vladimir Kagan
Located in Dallas, TX
A Post Modern Vladimir Kagan Bilbao sofa upholstered in silk and leather circa 1990s. Enamored with Bilbao, Spain, the Bilbao chair is a manifestation of Vladimir Kagan's impression...
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Vladimir Kagan Swivel Chairs
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Pair Of Vladimir Kagan Swivel Chairs
By Vladimir Kagan
Located in Houston, TX
Pair Of Vladimir Kagan Swivel Chairs.
This handsome pair of Kagan swivel lounge chairs, club chairs or side chairs are a rare pair and extremely comfo...
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1980s American Post-Modern Vintage Vladimir Kagan Swivel Chairs
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Fabric, Wood
Pair of Post Modern Swivel Chairs by Preview
By Preview, Vladimir Kagan
Located in Las Vegas, NV
A nice pair of all original Post Modern swivel chairs by Preview Furniture.
The chairs are all original, left as found. The chairs are structurall...
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Late 20th Century Post-Modern Vladimir Kagan Swivel Chairs
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Fabric
Vladimir Kagan 100C-S Mohair Wing Chair & 100BF Barrel Ottoman, Polished Nickel
By Vladimir Kagan
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Vladimir Kagan 100C-S Mohair Wing Chair & 100BF Barrel Ottoman, Polished Nickel, Holly Hunt. Gorgeous Amber Whiskey Mohair Custom piece. Rare metal swivel base version in polished ni...
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1940s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Vladimir Kagan Swivel Chairs
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Stainless Steel, Nickel
Pair of Vladimir Kagan Nautilus Swivel Lounge Chairs and Ottoman in Ivory Bouclé
By Vladimir Kagan, Weiman Preview Furniture
Located in Saint Louis, MO
Amongst the most popular Vladimir Kagan designs, these Nautilus swivel lounge chairs are sculptural, comfortable and fun, and were recently professionally reupholstered in cozy Ivory...
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Late 20th Century American Modern Vladimir Kagan Swivel Chairs
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Bouclé
Pair of Vladimir Kagan Nautilus Swivel Chairs with Custom Ottomans
By Vladimir Kagan
Located in Saint Louis, MO
These classic Vladimir Kagan Nautilus swivel lounge chairs are sculptural, comfortable and fun, and were recently professionally reupholstered in super soft curly camel. Modern with ...
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Late 20th Century American Post-Modern Vladimir Kagan Swivel Chairs
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Upholstery
Vladimir Kagan Desk Chair
By Vladimir Kagan
Located in New York, NY
Executive Desk Chair by Vladimir Kagan. Fabric, chromed metal. High back swivel desk chair with tilt and casters. A great model. 2nd matching chair is available.
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Vladimir Kagan Swivel Chairs
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Metal, Chrome
Pair Navy Blue Mohair Vladimir Kagan Nautilus "Corkscrew" Chairs
By Directional, Vladimir Kagan
Located in Dallas, TX
Vladimir Kagan's work commands the eye with its freshness, energy, sensuality, and wit. Classic pair of swiveling "Nautilus" lounge chairs with ottoman by the legendary furniture des...
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Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Vladimir Kagan Swivel Chairs
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Mohair, Wood
Pair of Vladimir Kagan Nautilus Swivel Lounge Chairs and Ottoman in Curly Camel
By Vladimir Kagan
Located in Saint Louis, MO
Amongst the most popular Vladimir Kagan designs, these Nautilus swivel lounge chairs are sculptural, comfortable and fun, and were recently professionally reupholstered in super soft...
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Late 20th Century American Modern Vladimir Kagan Swivel Chairs
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Bouclé, Upholstery
Pair of Vintage Vladimir Kagan Swivel Chairs
By Vladimir Kagan
Located in Palm Springs, CA
A lovely pair of vintage Vladimir Kagan swivel chairs on castors. These chairs feature chrome wrapped bases. One of the chairs retains it's original t...
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20th Century American Vladimir Kagan Swivel Chairs
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Fabric
Set of Vladimir Kagan Bouclé Swivel Lounge Chairs
By Vladimir Kagan
Located in Dallas, TX
A modernist's dream! Offered is a stunning pair of restored nautilus chairs produced by Vladimir Kagan - one of the most celebrated and influential designers of the 20th century in t...
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Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Vladimir Kagan Swivel Chairs
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Upholstery
Vladimir Kagan Swivel Lounge Chair, Preview 1990
By Preview, Vladimir Kagan
Located in Chicago, IL
Vladimir Kagan swivel chaise lounge chair, 1990's, Preview. Newly reupholstered in gray velvet.
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1990s American Post-Modern Vladimir Kagan Swivel Chairs
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Velvet
Vladimir Kagan Post Modern Ivory Bouclé Swivel Chairs & Ottoman for Directional
By Vladimir Kagan, Directional
Located in Saint Louis, MO
Post modern pair of Vladimir Kagan tilt and swivel chairs for directional with custom en suite ottoman newly reupholstered in soft luxurious ivory white bouclé. Modern. Plush. Sexy. Uber comfy. These are large statement piece swivel chairs. Come to Momma. Take the weight of the world off in uber luxurious modern comfort. Curvy plush over sized arm rests envelop you like a mink stole. Tilt back and take a deep breath or sit side saddle and recline your legs. Swivel about with your best scotch. Super soft ivory bouclé fabric ventilates well - cozy in winter and cool in summer. These Vladimir Kagan swivel lounge chairs are perfect for a Malibu beach...
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1980s American Post-Modern Vintage Vladimir Kagan Swivel Chairs
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Bouclé, Upholstery
Vladimir Kagan Mohair Wing Chair 100c-S, Polished Nickel Swivel Base, Holly Hunt
By Vladimir Kagan
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Vladimir Kagan mohair wing chair 100c, polished nickel swivel base, holly hunt. Gorgeous Amber Whiskey Mohair Custom piece. Rare metal swivel base version...
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1940s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Vladimir Kagan Swivel Chairs
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Stainless Steel, Nickel
Pair of Vladimir Kagan Rare Swivel Lounge Chairs for Directional
By Vladimir Kagan, Directional
Located in Dallas, TX
Offered is a beautiful pair of rare Nautilus style swivel chairs born from the ingenuity of the celebrated Mid-Century Modern Icon Vladimir Kagan. Modern, warm and inviting this is a revolutionary model in comfort and style. Three quarter moon back arm support. The oval shaped bottom centrally swivels atop a circular upholstered disk. The chair's swivel feature lets you follow the action without leaving your seat. The curvilinear form and detailing is the perfect blend of masculine and feminine styles. The chairs have a welcoming presence that exudes high quality craftsmanship and a style that is very characteristic of Kagan. Newly upholstered in a rich rust colored velvet fabric. What better way is there to inject a touch of fun than with these bold and unique accent chairs...
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Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Vladimir Kagan Swivel Chairs
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Velvet
Sculptural "Bilbao" Swivel Chairs by Vladimir Kagan
By Vladimir Kagan
Located in Dallas, TX
Sculptural modern "Bilbao" chair set by the legendary furniture designer Vladimir Kagan. The curvaceous, flowing lines of the "Bilbao" series was inspired by Frank Gehry's Guggenheim...
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1990s American Mid-Century Modern Vladimir Kagan Swivel Chairs
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Upholstery
Vladimir Kagan Bilbao Swivel Slipper Chairs in Ivory Bouclé
By Vladimir Kagan
Located in Saint Louis, MO
A Post Modern pair of Vladimir Kagan Bilbao swivel chairs freshly reupholstered in soft ivory bouclé circa 1995. Enamored with Bilbao, Spain, the Bilbao chair...
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1990s American Post-Modern Vladimir Kagan Swivel Chairs
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Bouclé, Upholstery
Vladimir Kagan Wingback Swivel Chair and Ottoman
By Vladimir Kagan, Directional
Located in Las Vegas, NV
Iconic Vladimir Kagan for Directional wingback tilt and swivel lounge chair with matching ottoman. Both the chair and ottoman are newly reupholstered in gray bouclé fabric. The chair...
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Late 20th Century Post-Modern Vladimir Kagan Swivel Chairs
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Bouclé
Vladimir Kagan Swivel Cube Lounge Chair, 1969
By Vladimir Kagan
Located in Munich, DE
Extremely comfortable and minimalistic lounge chair designed by Vladimir Kagan – New York Collection- for Directional is based on a ...
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1990s American Mid-Century Modern Vladimir Kagan Swivel Chairs
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Chrome
Mom & Pop Pair Vladimir Kagan Wingback Swivel Chairs & Ottomans in Ivory Bouclé
By Vladimir Kagan, Directional
Located in Saint Louis, MO
If you want to be the envy of your friends and fellow designers, here's how you do it. Our shop is very excited to offer a rare pair of Mom & Pop Vladimir Kagan swivel wingback chairs...
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1990s American Post-Modern Vladimir Kagan Swivel Chairs
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Bouclé
Vladimir Kagan for Directional Swivel Chairs, 1980
By Vladimir Kagan, Directional
Located in Chicago, IL
Vladimir Kagan for directional Swivel lounge chairs, 1980. Original fabric.
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1980s American Post-Modern Vintage Vladimir Kagan Swivel Chairs
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Upholstery
Swiveling Sculptural "Cork Screw Chair" by Vladimir Kagan
By Vladimir Kagan, Directional
Located in New York, NY
Swiveling sculptural "Cork Screw Chair" by Vladimir Kagan, American, 1992
(retains original "Directional" label).
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1990s American Mid-Century Modern Vladimir Kagan Swivel Chairs
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Upholstery, Foam, Wood
Pair of Vladimir Kagan Swivel Lounge Chairs in Ivory Bouclé
By Vladimir Kagan, Directional
Located in Dallas, TX
A sculptural pair of swivel lounge chairs by by the legendary furniture designer for Directional, circa 1980s. Glamorous at every turn! Kagan's post-modern style-that is over-the-top...
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1980s American Post-Modern Vintage Vladimir Kagan Swivel Chairs
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Wood, Bouclé
Vintage Pair Vladimir Kagan Nautilus Corkscrew Swivel Chairs New Blue Velvet
By Vladimir Kagan
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Amazing pair of Vladimir Kagan for Directional swivel arm chairs, nautilus corkscrew design. These have been newly upholstered in a beautiful teal blue velvet. Dimensions: 29 H x 34.5 W x 16 seat...
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Vladimir Kagan Swivel Chairs
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Velvet
Vladimir Kagan Corkscrew Swivel Chairs for Directional in Bouclé, Signed
By Vladimir Kagan, Directional
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Newly reupholstered in a soft and nubby light beige bouclé, these 'Corkscrew' swivel chairs, also often referred to as 'Nautilus', by Vladimir Kagan for Directional, circa 1980s / 90s are signed with Directional labels underneath. These classic Post-Modern club chairs swivel...
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1980s American Post-Modern Vintage Vladimir Kagan Swivel Chairs
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Wood, Bouclé
Vladimir Kagan Leather and Mohair Executive Desk Chair, circa 1979, Signed
By Vladimir Kagan
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This gorgeous leather, mohair and brass executive desk chair by Vladimir Kagan for Vladimir Kagan Designs, Inc is a rare authentic signed example with its original label underneath the chair seat, designed in the 1970s and this example crafted in Kagan's workshop in circa 1979.
Featuring a telescoping 4" range of height adjustment and tilt adjust features, curvaceous contoured leather and tufted mohair seat and back, one of Kagan's hallmark design features is that curvy sensuous back that resembles the soft waves of water, 5-star brass height and tilt adjustable base with brass topped casters, and brass cubist arms with matching dusty rose pink leather cylindrical padded arm wrests.
This rare collectors piece is ideal for both the consummate collector and the interior designer who has the most demanding of clients. If you want something special that your neighbors and friends don't have - or if you are a discerning collector of Vladimir Kagan's designs and shopping for an office or desk chair, this is one item you should scoop up before it is sold and no longer available.
This elegant Vladimir Kagan Executive Desk...
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1970s American Modern Vintage Vladimir Kagan Swivel Chairs
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Brass
Vladimir Kagan swivel chairs for sale on 1stDibs.
Vladimir Kagan swivel chairs are available for sale on 1stDibs. These distinctive items are frequently made of fabric and are designed with extraordinary care. There are many options to choose from in our collection of Vladimir Kagan swivel chairs, although brown editions of this piece are particularly popular. Many of the original swivel chairs by Vladimir Kagan 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 swivel chairs by Directional, Michael Wolk, and Edward Wormley. Prices for Vladimir Kagan swivel chairs can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these items begin at $4,500 and can go as high as $34,200, while a piece like these, on average, fetch $12,000.
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