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Pair of Poufs by Directional
By Directional
Located in Palm Springs, CA
Pair of 1980’s ottoman poufs designed by Directional.
Newly recovered in a jersey fabric
Category
Vintage 1980s American Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Materials
Fabric, Foam
1980's Directional Swivel Lounge Chairs in Navy Blue with Brass Base
By Directional
Located in Dallas, TX
Stunning, highly sculptural lounge chairs designed by Directional Design. Amazingly comfortable
Category
Vintage 1980s American Mid-Century Modern Swivel Chairs
Materials
Brass
Directional 3 Piece Crescent Shape Sofa
By Directional
Located in Southampton, NJ
designs by Directional. The curved lines of this piece are exceptional.
This is a very rare sofa and
Category
Vintage 1980s American Mid-Century Modern Sectional Sofas
Materials
Leather
Directional Dining Table designed by Milo Baughman
By Milo Baughman, Directional
Located in Fraser, MI
Please feel free to reach out for efficient shipping to your location.
Directional Dining Table
Category
Vintage 1960s Dining Room Tables
Materials
Rosewood, Teak, Walnut
Pair of Chairs Designed by Larry Laslo for Directional
By Directional, Larry Laslo
Located in Miami, FL
Pair of Chairs Designed by Larry Laslo for Directional, wooden legs have a faux burl wood finish
Category
1990s American Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Stainless Steel
Milo Baughman Designed Sideboard for Directional
By Directional, Milo Baughman
Located in Brooklyn, NY
hinges. Designed for Directional by Milo Baughman, and manufactured by Johnson Furniture in Grand Rapids
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Materials
Walnut
Monumental Black Lacquered Low Table by Directional
By Directional
Located in Dallas, TX
Gorgeous black gloss lacquered pillow freeform low table by Directional. Monolithic and minimal in
Category
Vintage 1970s Unknown Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Chrome
Pair of Large Swiveling Lounge Chairs by Directional
By Directional
Located in Dallas, TX
Thoughtfully curated pair of vintage swivel chairs by Directional, circa 1980's. Acquire leisure
Category
Vintage 1980s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Wood
Directional, Dresser, Walnut, Cane, USA, 1960s
By Directional
Located in High Point, NC
A walnut and cane dresser designed and produced by Directional Furniture, USA, c. 1960s.
Touch ups
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Dressers
Materials
Cane, Walnut
Milo Baughman Dining Table by Directional
By Directional, Milo Baughman
Located in Highland, IN
This classic mid-century dining table designed by Milo Baughman for Directional takes a simple
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Tables
Materials
Wood
Mid Century Modern woven nubby cotton linen modular sectional sofa Directional
By Directional
Located in Brooklyn, NY
section is labeled by Directional design. Made in USA circa 1970.
Located in Kingston NY for pick up or
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Cotton, Linen, Upholstery
H 24 in W 150 in D 150 in
Walnut Highboy Cabinet by Milo Baughman for Directional
By Milo Baughman, Directional
Located in Dorchester, MA
Designed by Milo Baughman for the Directional Furniture Company, this handsome walnut mid-century
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Dressers
Materials
Metal
Mid-century Brass Swivel Lounge Chairs by Directional
By Directional, Milo Baughman
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Stunning vintage brass swivel lounge chairs designed and manufactured by Directional in the United
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Swivel Chairs
Materials
Brass
Channeled Postmodern Lounge Chair by Kipp Stewart for Directional
By Kipp Stewart, Directional
Located in Chicago, IL
c. 1970s. Brass base with new nubby wool upholstery. Designed by Kipp Stewart for Directional.
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Wool
Beautiful 1960s MCM Book Matched Rosewood Sideboard by Directional - Restored
By Directional, Milo Baughman
Located in St. Louis, MO
Beautiful minimalist Mid-Century Modern Rosewood three door sideboard by Directional, circa 1960s
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Sideboards
Materials
Rosewood
H 29.25 in W 72 in D 19 in
Directional Designs by Paul McCobb (Book)
Located in North Yorkshire, GB
given ((Eddie Secon Designs). The book features Paul McCobb's Directional Furniture Collection - some of
Category
Mid-20th Century Books
Materials
Paper
Vladimir Kagan for Directional Hurricane Chair
By Vladimir Kagan, Directional
Located in Houston, TX
hurricane chair designed by Vladimir Kagan for Directional in the 1980s. This iconic chair retains the
Category
Vintage 1980s American Post-Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Leather
Vintage Chrome "Cityscape" Dining Table by Paul Evans for Directional
By Paul Evans, Directional
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Exceptional vintage “Cityscape” dining table designed by Paul Evans for Directional in the United
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Tables
Materials
Chrome
Milo Baughman for Directional Campaign Wardrobe
By Milo Baughman, Directional
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This tall two piece wardrobe has all the right names attached! Designed by Milo Baughman for
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Materials
Walnut
Vladimir Kagan Chaise Lounge for Directional
By Vladimir Kagan, Directional
Located in Chicago, IL
This Mauve Scalloped Chaise Lounge, is a masterpiece designed by Vladimir Kagan for Directional in
Category
Vintage 1980s American Post-Modern Chaise Longues
Materials
Upholstery
Vintage Multi-Wood Expanding Dining Table by Milo Baughman for Directional
By Directional, Milo Baughman
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Magnificent vintage expanding dining table designed by Milo Baughman for Directional in the United
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Tables
Materials
Ebony, Oak, Rosewood, Walnut
H 29.75 in W 72 in D 39 in
Mixed-Woods "Gallery One" Dining Table by Milo Baughman for Directional
By Milo Baughman, Directional
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Mixed-woods dining table designed by Milo Baughman for Directional's "Gallery One" line (ca. 1961
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Tables
Materials
Rosewood, Walnut
Space Age Style Off-White Club Chair By Larry Laslo For Directional
By Directional, Larry Laslo
Located in Southampton, NJ
upholstery over gold space age style turned legs designed by Larry Laslo for DIRECTIONAL.
In outstanding and
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Hollywood Regency Club Chairs
Materials
Steel
Paul Evans for Directional 'Cityscape' Floor Lamp
By Paul Evans, Directional
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Paul Evans for Directional, 'Cityscape' floor lamp from the PE200 series, chrome-plated steel
Category
Vintage 1970s American Post-Modern Floor Lamps
Materials
Brass, Steel, Chrome
Paul Evans for Directional 'Cityscape' Floor Lamp
By Paul Evans, Directional
Located in Waalwijk, NL
designed by Paul Evans for Directional, circa 1975. The “Cityscape” pieces became one of the most
Category
Vintage 1970s American Post-Modern Floor Lamps
Materials
Brass, Steel, Chrome
Paul Evans for Directional 'Cityscape' Floor Lamps
By Paul Evans, Directional
Located in Waalwijk, NL
200) line is designed by Paul Evans for Directional, circa 1975. The “Cityscape” pieces became one of
Category
Vintage 1970s American Post-Modern Floor Lamps
Materials
Brass, Steel, Chrome
Paul McCobb for Directional Lounge Chairs- A Pair
By Paul McCobb, Directional
Located in St.Petersburg, FL
Rare pair of model 2014 lounge chairs designed by Paul McCobb for Directional furniture. Features
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Club Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Hardwood
Paul McCobb Two Piece Sectional Sofa for Directional
By Paul McCobb, Directional
Located in St.Petersburg, FL
A wonderful two piece sectional designed by Paul McCobb for Directional. Features conical walnut
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Sectional Sofas
Materials
Upholstery
Larry Laslo for Directional Down Sofa, Pair Available
By Directional, Larry Laslo
Located in New York, NY
Modernist sofa designed by Larry Laslo for Directional featuring new Italian Ivory Boucle fabric
Category
20th Century American Modern Sofas
Materials
Upholstery, Wood, Down
Paul McCobb for Directional Off-White Velvet Sofa, 1950s
By Paul McCobb, Directional
Located in Miami, FL
.
Literature: Paul McCobb, Directional Designs, p. 76.
Throughout the years and many collaborations with
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Velvet, Mahogany
1960s Directional Petrified Needlepoint Cotton Felt Upholstered Lounge Chair
By Kipp Stewart, Directional
Located in Germantown, MD
Rare 1960s Directional Furniture designed by
Kipp Stewart, Needlepoint Cotton Felt Upholstered and
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Upholstery
Mid Century Paul McCobb for Directional Lounge Chair 1950s
By Paul McCobb, Directional
Located in Troy, MI
Exceptional lounge chair designed by Paul McCobb for Directional circa 1950s
Sculpted alnut frame
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Walnut
Mid Century Kipp Stewart “Arc Lounge Chairs” for Directional
By Directional, Kipp Stewart
Located in Baltimore, MD
A stunning pair of mid-century modern 1960s “Arc” lounge chairs designed by Kipp Stewart for
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Chrome
Pair of Midcentury Paul McCobb for Directional Nightstands Cabinets Walnut
By Paul McCobb, Directional
Located in Brooklyn, NY
unique design by Paul McCobb for Directional Furniture line, circa 1960. Original metal tag label.
You
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Night Stands
Materials
Walnut
Mid-Century Model E-11 Floor Lamp by Paul McCobb for Directional, USA, c. 1950's
By Directional, Paul McCobb
Located in Deland, FL
E-11 floor lamp designed by Paul McCobb for Directional. This architecturally stunning lamp is truly
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps
Materials
Metal, Brass
H 61.5 in W 24 in D 16 in
Milo Baughman Model 5009 Revolving Book Table for Directional Custom Collection
By Directional, Milo Baughman
Located in Littleton, CO
An exceptional side table designed by Milo Baughman for Directional's "Custom Collection" executed
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Side Tables
Materials
Hardwood
H 25 in W 18 in D 18 in
Paul McCobb for Directional Black Eight Drawer Chest with Brass Leg Posts
By Directional, Paul McCobb
Located in Bainbridge, NY
original large Steel ring pulls. Balanced Sturdy. Great storage. Classic. As seen in Directional Designs
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Dressers
Materials
Brass
Paul McCobb for Directional Black Two Door Cabinet with Brass Leg Posts
By Paul McCobb, Directional
Located in Bainbridge, NY
. Sturdy. Great storage. Perfect Bar Cabinet. As seen in Directional Designs Catalog by Paul McCobb, PG. 30
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Materials
Brass
Paul Evans for Directional 'Cityscape' PE200 Side Table in Chrome and Brass
By Directional, Paul Evans
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Paul Evans for Directional, 'Cityscape' side table, from the PE200 series, chrome-plated steel
Category
Vintage 1970s American Post-Modern Side Tables
Materials
Brass, Steel, Chrome
H 24.41 in W 31.89 in D 31.89 in
Paul Evans for Directional Brutalist Glass and Resin Coffee Table signed PE70
By Directional, Paul Evans
Located in New York, NY
Exceptional Brutalist coffee table designed by Paul Evans for Directional, signed PE 70 ( model 132
Category
Vintage 1970s American Brutalist Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Glass, Epoxy Resin
H 16.5 in W 59.5 in D 24 in
Pair of Paul Mccobb Calvin Group Mahogany and Brass Nightstands for Directional
By Directional, Paul McCobb
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Group Designed by Paul McCobb."
Reference: Directional Designs: Paul McCobb, manufacturer's catalog, pg
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Side Tables
Materials
Brass, Nickel
H 23.75 in W 21 in D 22 in
Pair of Chic "Directional" Illuminated Modern Sofas In New Taupe Euro Linen
By Steve Chase, Directional
Located in Palm Springs, CA
to it. The left and right pair of sofas were designed and made by Directional in the 1980s. . They
Category
2010s North American Modern Sofas
Materials
Linen
H 30.5 in W 115 in D 33 in
Paul Evans for Directional 'PE 68' Wall Unit in Bronzed Resin and Glass
By Directional, Paul Evans
Located in Waalwijk, NL
glass, United States, 1970s
Grand wall unit by Paul Evans, designed for Directional in the 1970s. This
Category
Vintage 1970s American Post-Modern Shelves
Materials
Bronze
H 79.93 in W 99.22 in D 17.33 in
Larry Laslo for Directional Art Deco Oval Beige Bouclé Sofa Golden Diamond Legs
By Larry Laslo, Directional
Located in Miami, FL
Modern daybed, round sofa, oversized ottoman designed by Larry Laslo for Directional in the 1990s
Category
Late 20th Century American Art Deco Daybeds
Materials
Fabric, Bouclé, Foam, Wood
H 18.5 in W 53 in D 38 in
Set of Six Mid Century Dining Chairs Milo Baughman for Directional Model 332/333
By Milo Baughman, Directional
Located in New York, NY
Set of six mid century dining chairs, designed by Milo Baughman for the Directional Furniture
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Walnut
H 38.5 in W 18 in D 17 in
Vladimir Kagan Design Channel Back Swivel Chairs
By Directional, Vladimir Kagan
Located in Dallas, TX
Matching pair of stylish and very comfortable lounge chairs by Vladimir Kagan design for
Category
Vintage 1980s American Mid-Century Modern Swivel Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Wood
Expandable Dining Table by Milo Baughman for Directional, c. 1960s
By Milo Baughman
Located in Deland, FL
Seats up to 10 people. The dining table was designed by Baughman for Directional and is comprised
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Tables
Materials
Walnut
Paul McCobb for Directional Slipper Chair
By Paul McCobb
Located in St.Petersburg, FL
A wonderful slipper chair designed by Paul McCobb for Directional circa 1960s. Great minimalist
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Slipper Chairs
Materials
Wrought Iron
1970s High Back Dining Chairs by Paul Evans - Set of 6
By Paul Evans, Directional
Located in Las Vegas, NV
Rare and unique, 1970's, high back dining chairs designed by Paul Evans for Directional Furniture
Category
Late 20th Century Mid-Century Modern Stools
Materials
Brass
Pair of Vintage Mid Century Cane Back Armchairs by Paul McCobb
By Paul McCobb, Directional
Located in Oxnard, CA
Here is a gorgeous pair of cane back lounge chairs designed by Paul McCobb for Directional. The
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Velvet, Cane, Walnut
1970s Umbo Modular Shelving Unit by Kay LeRoy Ruggles for Directional 26 Pieces
By Kay Leroy Ruggles
Located in Monrovia, CA
1970s UMBO Modular Shelving Unit Designed by Kay LeRoy Ruggles For Directional, Made In The USA, 26
Category
Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Shelves
Materials
Plastic
H 49 in W 97 in D 12 in
Set of Six Dining Chairs Designed by Paul McCobb
By Paul McCobb
Located in Atlanta, GA
Set of six dining chairs, designed by Paul McCobb for Directional, circa 1950s. This set has been
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Wood
Signed Paul Evans for Directional 'Cityscape' PE 200 Sideboard, Circa 1975.
By Paul Evans
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A striking sideboard from the 'Cityscape' (PE 200) line, designed by Paul Evans for Directional
Category
Vintage 1970s American Sideboards
Materials
Metal
H 33 in W 90.5 in D 22.5 in
Marvelous Milo Baughman for Directional Multi Wood Dining Table Mid-Century
By Milo Baughman
Located in Pemberton, NJ
table designed by Milo Baughman for Directional with two 20" leaves. The table is made of rosewood
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Tables
Materials
Oak, Rosewood, Walnut
H 29.5 in W 72 in D 39 in
Set of Four Paul Evans Collection 77 Cantilevered Chrome Dining Chairs, USA 1977
By Paul Evans, Directional
Located in Miami, FL
seat and back. Designed by Paul Evans for Directional, Pennsylvania, USA 1977.
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Steel, Chrome
H 34.5 in W 20 in D 24 in
Kipp Stewart Midcentury Walnut Dining Table
By Kipp Stewart, Directional
Located in Atlanta, GA
Outstanding midcentury walnut dining table, designed by Kipp Stewart for Directional, American
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Tables
Materials
Metal
Paul Evans Cityscape Brass and Wood Side Table
By Paul Evans, Directional
Located in New York, NY
wear, normal and consistent with age. Cityscape line, manufactured by Directional, designed by Paul
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Side Tables
Materials
Brass
Pair Paul Evans Cityscape Night Stands, Burl and Brass with Drawers, Signed
By Directional, Paul Evans
Located in Kansas City, MO
Rare and fine pair of burl and brass Cityscape night stands / nightstands designed by Paul Evans
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Night Stands
Materials
Brass
H 16.25 in W 24 in D 20 in
Vladimir Kagan Post Modern Clam Chaise Lounge in Soft Ivory White Bouclé 1980s
By Directional, Vladimir Kagan
Located in Saint Louis, MO
All enveloping luxurious comfort best describes this sexy Post Modern Chaise Lounge designed by
Category
Vintage 1980s American Post-Modern Chaise Longues
Materials
Bouclé, Upholstery
H 29 in W 36 in D 68 in
Vladimir Kagan Post Modern Scallop Chaise Lounge in Soft Ivory White Bouclé
By Directional, Vladimir Kagan
Located in Saint Louis, MO
All enveloping luxurious comfort best describes this sexy Post Modern Chaise Lounge designed by
Category
Vintage 1980s American Post-Modern Chaise Longues
Materials
Bouclé, Upholstery
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