Paul McCobb Brass X-Base Stools- a Pair
View Similar Items
Paul McCobb Brass X-Base Stools- a Pair
About the Item
- Creator:Paul McCobb (Designer)
- Dimensions:Height: 17 in (43.18 cm)Width: 20.5 in (52.07 cm)Depth: 20.5 in (52.07 cm)Seat Height: 17 in (43.18 cm)
- Sold As:Set of 2
- Style:Mid-Century Modern (Of the Period)
- Materials and Techniques:
- Place of Origin:
- Period:
- Date of Manufacture:1970s
- Condition:Reupholstered. Wear consistent with age and use. Good vintage condition. Wear consistent with age and use.
- Seller Location:West Palm Beach, FL
- Reference Number:1stDibs: LU6668232849982
Paul McCobb
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.
- Paul McCobb Lounge ChairBy Paul McCobbLocated in West Palm Beach, FLPaul McCobb lounge chair. Dark walnut frame was refinished and upholstery updated to a plush boucle. Additional photos available upon request. Would work well in a variety of int...Category
Vintage 1950s North American Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
MaterialsBouclé, Walnut
$5,600 - Edmond Spence Woven Leather Stools-a PairLocated in West Palm Beach, FLEdmond Spence woven leather stools. Constructed of mesquite wood which has different shading throughout typical of the wood. The stools have been ...Category
Vintage 1960s Unknown Mid-Century Modern Stools
MaterialsLeather
$3,800 / set - Mastercraft Brass Empress Chairs-A PairBy MastercraftLocated in West Palm Beach, FLPair of Mastercraft brass empress chairs. Chairs have been reupholstered in a rich green velvet. They have also been professionally polished, but not sea...Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs
MaterialsBrass
$5,800 / set - Phillip Enfield Brass Swivel Lounge Chairs, a PairBy Phillip EnfieldLocated in West Palm Beach, FLPair of Phillip Enfield brass swivel lounge chairs. The chairs swivel and tilt, the bases are also on wheels. The chairs are adjustable in height, however the bases must be removed t...Category
Vintage 1970s North American Mid-Century Modern Swivel Chairs
MaterialsBrass
- Billy Haines Attributed Brass and Leather Side Chairs, a PairBy William Billy HainesLocated in West Palm Beach, FLPair of brass and leather occasional chairs attributed to William “Billy” Haines. Beautiful patina to the brass frames that have aged nicely....Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Chairs
MaterialsBrass
- Paul Evans Sculpted Bronze Coffee TableBy Paul EvansLocated in West Palm Beach, FLPaul Evans sculpted bronze coffee table. Signed PE 72. Table is being offered as a base only, no glass top will be provided. Beautiful verdigris patina ...Category
Vintage 1970s North American Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
MaterialsBronze
- Paul McCobb for Calvin Mid-Century Brass X Base Stool OttomanBy Calvin Furniture, Paul McCobbLocated in Countryside, ILPaul McCobb for Calvin mid century brass x base stool ottoman. Stool measures: 20 wide x 20 deep x 15.5 inches high. All pieces of furniture can be had in what we call restored...Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Stools
MaterialsBrass
- Paul McCobb for Calvin Mid Century Brass X Base Stool OttomanBy Paul McCobbLocated in Pemberton, NJPaul McCobb for Calvin mid century brass x base stool ottoman Ottoman measures: 20 wide x 20 deep x 15.5 inches high.Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs
MaterialsBrass
- Paul McCobb Brass X-Stretcher StoolBy Paul McCobbLocated in Brooklyn, NYClassic McCobb design in all-original condition.Category
Vintage 1950s American Stools
MaterialsBrass
- Paul McCobb "X" Base Brass Stools, PairBy Paul McCobbLocated in East Hampton, NYThese lovely classic X design brass stools/ benches by Paul McCobb, are in wonderful solid condition. NEW nubby boucle style fabric and an amazing patina to ...Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Benches
MaterialsBrass
$5,600 / set - Paul McCobb Mid Century Iron StoolBy Paul McCobbLocated in Countryside, ILPaul McCobb mid century iron stool. This stool measures: 21 wide x 21 deep x 18 inches high. All pieces of furniture can be had in w...Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Stools
MaterialsIron
- McCobb Square Brass Square Base New Navy Blue Upholstery Bench StoolBy Paul McCobbLocated in Rockaway, NJMcCobb 20" square brass square base new navy blue upholstery bench stool.Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Ottomans and Poufs
MaterialsBrass
