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Paul Evans for Directional Set of Eight Dining Chairs
By Paul Evans, Directional
Located in Kansas City, MO
Set of eight dining chairs designed by Paul Evans and produced by Directional. Two armchairs and six side chairs, all expertly reupholstered a grey Maharam fabric. Great style and co...
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Mahogany
Vladimir Kagan Serpentine Cloud Sofa for Directional in Tan Mohair
By Directional, Vladimir Kagan
Located in Culver City, CA
Step into the realm of luxury and design with this iconic Vladimir Kagan Cloud Sofa! Crafted with the finesse of a sculptor, this masterpiece is not just a piece of furniture; it's ...
Category
1990s Modern Sofas
Materials
Mohair
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...
Category
Vintage 1980s American Post-Modern Swivel Chairs
Materials
Bouclé
H 29 in W 36 in D 34 in
Curved Serpentine Sofa by Directional Furniture
By Directional
Located in Culver City, CA
This sofa is beyond stunning! Circa 1994, this white sofa features a gorgeous flame stitch upholstery and is equal parts comfortable and beautiful. The sofa features 3 pieces and a w...
Category
1990s Post-Modern Sectional Sofas
Materials
Fabric
Pair of Vladimir Kagan Corkscrew Nautilus Swivel Chairs for Directional
By Vladimir Kagan, Directional
Located in Wayne, NJ
Pair of Vladimir Kagan corkscrew swivel chairs for Directional. If you are in the New Jersey , New York City Metro Area , please contact us with your delivery zip code, as we may be ...
Category
1990s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Fabric
Caned Sideboard Cabinet by Paul McCobb for Directional Furniture c 1958, Signed
By Directional, Paul McCobb
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This beautifully refinished cabinet with hutch was designed by Paul Mccobb for Directional Furniture and part of their 'Custom Collection' line produced in circa late 1950s and featu...
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Sideboards
Materials
Brass
H 76.5 in W 60 in D 18 in
1950s Paul McCobb Directional Walnut Slipper Chairs, Pair Newly Upholstered
By Paul McCobb, Directional
Located in Miami, FL
1950s Paul McCobb Directional Walnut Slipper Chairs, Pair Newly Upholstered
Offered for sale is a pair of Mid-century Modern walnut slipper chairs designed by Paul McCobb for Direc...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Slipper Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Walnut
H 32.75 in W 24.75 in D 31.75 in
Vintage Boho Directional Leather Club Chair - a Pair
By Directional
Located in west palm beach, FL
An exceptional pair of vintage Boho Club chairs. Made by the iconic Directional group and tagged below the seat. Incredible Cognac leather on a clean and modern shape. Two pairs avai...
Category
Late 20th Century American Club Chairs
Materials
Leather, Wood
Larry Laslo for Directional Down Sofa, Pair Available
By Larry Laslo, Directional
Located in New York, NY
Modernist sofa designed by Larry Laslo for Directional featuring new Italian Ivory Boucle fabric. Back and seat feature cushions which are foam wrapped down and are extremely comfort...
Category
20th Century American Modern Sofas
Materials
Upholstery, Wood, Down
Kipp Stewart for Directional Lounge Chairs in Jack Lenor Larsen Velvet
By Harvey Probber, Dunbar Furniture, Kipp Stewart, Edward Wormley, Directional
Located in Decatur, GA
Exceptional and rare pair of barrel back lounge chairs by Kipp Stewart for Directional with all original Jack Lenor Larsen velvet. Solid dark mahogany bases with brass casters. An el...
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Club Chairs
Materials
Velvet
Vladimir Kagan for Directional Hurricane Chair
By Directional, Vladimir Kagan
Located in Houston, TX
Vladimir Kagan for Directional hurricane chair.
Stunning post modern sculptural 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
Paul McCobb for Directional Off-White Velvet Sofa, 1950s
By Directional, Paul McCobb
Located in Miami, FL
Reupholstered Mid-Century Modern model 1307 light cream velvet sofa by Paul McCobb for Directional. The couch has been recovered in a gorgeous neutral velvet. The sofa features a sli...
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Velvet, Mahogany
Kipp Stewart Black Leather and Chrome Arc Lounge Chairs for Directional - a Pair
By Directional, Kipp Stewart
Located in Miami, FL
Pair of black leather and chrome Arc lounge chairs designed by Kipp Stewart and manufactured by Directional.
The leather backrest and leather covered frame are original. The leat...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Chrome
H 34 in W 27.5 in D 34.5 in
Midcentury Burl Wood and Black Lacquered Credenza by Directional
By Directional
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Beautiful midcentury burl wood and black lacquered credenza attributed to Milo Baughman for Directional in the United States, circa 1970s. This credenza perfectly exemplifies the mod...
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Credenzas
Materials
Burl, Lacquer
Pair of Midcentury Paul McCobb for Directional Nightstands Cabinets Walnut
By Directional, Paul McCobb
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
Midcentury American designer Paul McCobb pair of nightstands small cabinets solid walnut. Original finish in beautiful vintage condition - Has (1) top drawer and (2) lower front cabi...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Night Stands
Materials
Walnut
Milo Baughman Expandable Table, c.1960
By Directional, Milo Baughman
Located in San Francisco, CA
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An original Milo Baughman Parsons dining table by Directional Furniture with a striped veneer top of Rosewood, Teak and Walnut over a black lacquer base. This dining table com...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Materials
Walnut
Midcentury 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 States, circa 1970s. These chairs represent the style of Milo Baughman’s modern and...
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Swivel Chairs
Materials
Brass
Midcentury Paul Evans Brutalist Sideboard for Directional
By Directional, Paul Evans
Located in Brooklyn, NY
An iconic vintage modern design by Paul Evans with an elaborate chrome patchwork design. This stylish case piece boasts a spacious black interior hidden behind four cabinet doors. A ...
Category
Vintage 1970s North American Mid-Century Modern Credenzas
Materials
Chrome
Pair of Lounge Chairs by Directional
By Directional
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This vintage pair of lounge chairs by Directional feature a shimmering upholstery with embroidered floral designs throughout. A half-round back and cushioned seat offer a comfortable...
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Metal
Paul Evans Cityscape Bar Cart Pe 200 Series for Directional
By Directional, Paul Evans
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Beautiful signed Mid-Century Modern bar cabinet by Paul Evans for Directional. A wonderful patchwork design with a flip top and two cabinet doors below. Sleek case piece that looks g...
Category
Vintage 1960s Mid-Century Modern Dry Bars
Materials
Chrome
Post Modern Vladimir Kagan for Directional Style Swivel Lounge Chair
By Vladimir Kagan, Milo Baughman, Directional
Located in Houston, TX
Post Modern Vladimir Kagan for Directional swivel lounge chair. This unusual iconic Kagan swivel chair has a high back and has been professionally upholstered in white boucle fabric....
Category
Vintage 1980s American Post-Modern Swivel Chairs
Materials
Bouclé
Milo Baughman for Directional Miniature Jewelry Chest
By Milo Baughman, Directional
Located in San Diego, CA
Milo Baughman for Directional miniature jewelry chest or silver cabinet. Original chocolate colored finish with brass pulls. Retains original paper label on the back and metal label ...
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Materials
Brass
Oversized Postmodern Directional Lounge Chairs, a Pair
By Directional
Located in Chicago, IL
These are awesome!!! Oversized and so comfy. I don’t know exactly how old they are but they are very well made and great statement chairs!
Dimensions: 37"W × 31"D × 34"H
Styles:...
Category
20th Century American Post-Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Textile
Rare New Upholstered Beige Paul McCobb Set for Directional, USA - 1950s
By Paul McCobb, Directional
Located in Berlin, DE
Early 1950s Paul McCobb Set for Directional, newly upholstered in Dedar Fabric. The measurements given apply to the sofa. The Lounge Chair measures: D90, W82, H80, SH43cm.
Paul McCo...
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Fabric, Wood
H 31.5 in W 78.75 in D 35.44 in
Large Paul Evans Ten Segment Chrome Coffee Table, for Directional
By Paul Evans, Directional
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Large Paul Evans ten segment chrome coffee table, for Directional. This iconic Mid-Century Modern example is in near mint condition, with numerous two-tone polished and satin chrome ...
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Chrome
Midcentury Dining Table by Paul Evans for Directional
By Paul Evans, Directional
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Stunning vintage dining table by Paul Evans for Directional. Beautiful patchwork burl wood design that sits on a pedestal base with chrome trim. This dining table includes two leaves...
Category
Vintage 1960s Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Tables
Materials
Chrome
Mid-Century Modern Paul Evans Credenza for Directional
By Paul Evans, Directional
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This stunning vintage modern cabinet features the iconic patchwork design by Paul Evans. The cityscape burl wood and chrome design is sure to complement any setting. A versatile case...
Category
Vintage 1960s Mid-Century Modern Credenzas
Materials
Chrome
Modern 80s Sculptural Sofa in New Silver Grey Metallic Leopard Jacquard Fabric
By Directional
Located in Palm Springs, CA
We took an amazing 1980s sofa by Directional and found a spectacular metallic silver gray leopard velvet fabric to redo it in. The result is a spectacular modern piece of furniture. ...
Category
Vintage 1980s North American Modern Sofas
Materials
Fabric
H 31 in W 72 in D 34 in
Paul Evans Cityscape Console in Burl Wood and Chrome
By Paul Evans, Directional
Located in Dallas, TX
1975 Paul Evans Cityscape console in burl wood and chrome. Beautiful console featured in Paul Evans book.
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Credenzas
Materials
Chrome
Milo Baughman for Directional Geometric Bronze Glass Coffee Table
By Milo Baughman, Directional
Located in Baltimore, MD
An extraordinary Geometric, glass, midcentury, Bronze-finish base coffee table by Milo Baughman for Directional, circa 1970s. Features original, octagonal, 3/4" thick glass resting o...
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Metal
Paul Evans Mirror, Sculpted Bronze, Resin, Signed
By Paul Evans, Directional
Located in New York, NY
Paul Evans mirror, sculpted bronze and resin, signed. Large scale rectangular mirror decorated by hand with modernist abstract incising and relief. Signed on the top edge: "PE 71". C...
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Wall Mirrors
Materials
Bronze
Set of Four Chrome Cityscape Chairs by Paul Evans for Directional
By Directional, Paul Evans
Located in Culver City, CA
A stunning and rare set of 4 chrome cityscape chairs by Paul Evans for Directional. This matched set of PE-241 arm chairs are upholstered in a supple black matte ultrasuede and featu...
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Chrome
Directional Custom Collection Vintage Modern Inlaid Dining Table
By Directional
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Unique inlaid metal and wood dining table from the Directional Custom Collection. Tabletop is banded with alternating wood grain patterns and accented with chrome corner inlays. The ...
Category
Vintage 1970s American Modern Dining Room Tables
Materials
Chrome
Pair of Slipper Lounge Chairs by Kipp Stewart for Directional 1960s
By Kipp Stewart, Directional
Located in Ft Lauderdale, FL
Pair of Slipper Lounge Chairs by Kipp Stewart for Directional 1960s
Newly upholstered in slate gray / dark indigo cotton fabric with five-button back and attached cushions, with a p...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Slipper Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Wood
Kipp Stewart Modern Lounge Chairs by Directional
By Kipp Stewart, Directional
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This stylish pair of Mid-Century Modern "Arc" lounge chairs features heavy chrome frames and sleek Kipp Stewart design. Quality vintage craftsmanship by Directional furniture, this p...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Chrome
Paul Evans Argente Cube Table Model PE37
By Directional, Paul Evans
Located in Culver City, CA
Looking for the ultimate flex in furniture? Paul Evans Studio pieces are just that. The Argente line is highly collectable, as each piece is one-of-a-kind, individually crafted by ha...
Category
Vintage 1960s American Brutalist Side Tables
Materials
Metal
Glass and Bronze Brutalist Coffee Table by Paul Evans
By Paul Evans, Directional
Located in Dallas, TX
Paul Evans Brutalist bronzed resin on steel coffee table produced exclusively for Directional furniture. Square sculpted bronze base is 22" square and 15" high. Glass top is 36" x 36...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Brutalist Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Steel
Cityscape Table Lamp by Paul Evans for Directional
By Directional, Paul Evans
Located in Palm Beach Gardens, FL
The contrast between burl veneers and chrome-plated steel polished to a mirror finish make this Cityscape table lamp by Paul Evans for Directional exquisite. From the PE400 series. N...
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Chrome
Paul McCobb Sectional Sofa for Directional
By Paul McCobb, Directional
Located in Princeton, NJ
Store closing-- last day is 7/31. Offers welcome! Rarely-seen sectional version of the model 1307 sofa. Handsome two-piece sofa with sleek, tapered legs designed by Paul McCobb for D...
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Upholstery, Walnut
Rare Brass and Vitrolite Occasional Table by Paul McCobb for Directional
By Paul McCobb, Directional
Located in Long Beach, CA
A rare table designed by Paul McCobb for Directional, circa 1950s. Features a 42" round Vitrolite glass top and brass plated aluminum base. This piece sits slightly lower than a...
Category
Vintage 1950s Dining Room Tables
Directional Post Modern Sofa with Rounded Arms
By Directional
Located in Chicago, IL
Love this shape. In excellent condition but I recommend a deep cleaning or new upholstery. The cushions are still nice and firm.
I think this was made by Directional based on the de...
Category
Vintage 1980s Post-Modern Sofas
Materials
Textile
Milo Baughman Cabinet / Dresser for Directional, United States, c.1965
By Directional, Milo Baughman
Located in Costa Mesa, CA
Milo Baughman Burl, Walnut & Cherry Cabinet / Dresser for Directional, United States, c.1965. From the Directional Country Villa Collection. This piece has been professionally rest...
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dressers
Materials
Brass
Vladimir Kagan Postmodern Roll-Back Lounge Chairs for Directional, USA, 1985
By Directional, Vladimir Kagan
Located in Costa Mesa, CA
Vladimir Kagan Postmodern Roll-Back Lounge Chairs, United States, 1985. This pair has been expertly restored.
Literature: Vladimir Kagan: A Lifetime of Avant-Garde Design, Kagan,...
Category
20th Century American Post-Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Fabric
H 27.88 in W 35 in D 38.25 in
Serpentine 'Cloud' Sofa by Vladimir Kagan for Directional
By Directional, Vladimir Kagan
Located in San Diego, CA
This is a stunning and iconic Serpentine Cloud sofa designed by the late Vladimir Kagan for Directional, circa 1970s. The sofa features Kagan's signature Serpentine design, with sens...
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Upholstery, Lucite
Vladimir Kagan for Directional 'Cloud' Sofa in New Nubby Bouclé, c 1980, Signed
By Directional, Vladimir Kagan
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This spectacular Vladimir Kagan 'Cloud' sofa was produced by Directional Furniture in the 1980s and was just newly reupholstered in a gorgeous nubby bouclé fabric, and is signed unde...
Category
Vintage 1980s American Modern Sofas
Materials
Bouclé, Lucite
H 29 in W 94 in D 48 in
Paul Evans Sculpted Bronze and Resin Console Table, Signed and Dated '71
By Directional, Paul Evans
Located in Culver City, CA
One of the most recognizable and important names in the American studio craft movement of the 1960's and 70's, Paul Evans was a groundbreaking pioneer in brutalism. Collaborating as ...
Category
Vintage 1970s American Brutalist Console Tables
Materials
Bronze
Paul Evans Monumental Patchwork Burl Expandable Dining Table, c 1974, Signed
By Directional, Paul Evans
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This monumental 'Cityscape II' expandable dining table with two leaves by Paul Evans for Directional Furniture, circa 1974, featuring a mesmerizing array of patchwork walnut burl and...
Category
Vintage 1970s American Modern Dining Room Tables
Materials
Burl
H 29.25 in W 129.25 in D 43 in
Paul Evans Stalagmite Bronze and Resin Dining Table PE102, Signed and Dated 1970
By Directional, Paul Evans
Located in Culver City, CA
One of the most recognizable and important names in the American studio Craft movement of the 1960's and 70's, Paul Evans was a groundbreaking Pioneer in brutalism. Collaborating as ...
Category
Vintage 1970s American Brutalist Dining Room Tables
Materials
Bronze
H 29 in W 96 in D 48 in
Pair of Pink Bouclé Post-Modern Swivel Club Chairs by Directional, 1980s, Signed
By Directional, Milo Baughman
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This gorgeous and very unique pair of swiveling club chairs have been newly reupholstered in a soft and nubby pink bouclé fabric, both chairs signed with Directional labels and produ...
Category
Vintage 1980s American Post-Modern Club Chairs
Materials
Bouclé, Wood
H 29 in W 29 in D 29 in
Early Paul Evans "Crown of Thorns" Dining Table, Signed and Dated, 1968
By Directional, Paul Evans
Located in Culver City, CA
One of the most recognizable and important names in the American studio craft movement of the 1960's and 70's, Paul Evans was a groundbreaking pioneer in brutalism. Collaborating as ...
Category
Vintage 1960s American Brutalist Dining Room Tables
Materials
Bronze, Steel
Vladimir Kagan for Directional 'Cloud' Sofas in New Nubby Bouclé, c 1980, Signed
By Vladimir Kagan, Directional
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This spectacular pair of Vladimir Kagan 'Cloud' sofas were produced by Directional in circa 1980 and were newly reupholstered in a gorgeous nubby bouclé fabric, both sofas signed und...
Category
Vintage 1980s American Modern Sofas
Materials
Bouclé, Lucite
H 29 in W 94 in D 48 in
Signed Paul Evans Coffee Table Faceted Chrome & Brass Mid-Century Modern 1970
By Paul Evans, Directional
Located in Miami, FL
Original Signed Paul Evans square Cityscape faceted brass and chrome coffee or cocktail table.
American Mid-Century Modern Design made in 1975 by Paul Evans Studio for Directional....
Category
Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Brass, Chrome
H 15.5 in W 36 in D 36 in
Vladimir Kagan Directional Serpentine Cloud Sofa in Ivory Boucle
By Vladimir Kagan, Directional
Located in Culver City, CA
This sofa is truly a showstopper! Designed by Vladimir Kagan in the 1990's for Directional, this sofa features the iconic acrylic leg down the middle, has its original Directional ta...
Category
1990s American Post-Modern Sofas
Materials
Bouclé
1970s Directional Collection Walnut Burl Coffee Table - Mid-Century Elegance
By Directional
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Discover the allure of classic design with our Mid-Century Modern Coffee Table from the Directional Collection, a piece that embodies the exquisite craftsmanship of the 1970s. This t...
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Burl, Lacquer, Wood
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H 17 in W 48 in D 32 in
Vladimir Kagan Cloud Sofa by Directional
By Vladimir Kagan, Directional
Located in Raleigh, NC
Expertly restored with new mohair upholstery on this iconic sofa. A classic designed by Vladimir Kagan and manufactured by Directional. A mate to this sofa is available. If you woul...
Category
1990s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Upholstery, Mohair
Vladimir Kagan Cloud Serpentine Sofa Upholstered in Heavy Ivory Boucle
By Vladimir Kagan, Directional
Located in Culver City, CA
This Vladimir Kagan sofa is absolutely stunning! It’s obvious why Vladimir Kagan furniture is more in demand than ever. This show-stopping Kagan sofa is not only a visual feast; the ...
Category
1990s American Post-Modern Sofas
Materials
Bouclé
Pair of Raspberry Mohair Swivel Chairs by Directional
By Directional
Located in Redding, CT
Pair of raspberry mohair swivel chairs by Directional. Amazing color and exceptional chesterfield style to these beauties. High end quality and design. Decorate a room around these s...
Category
Vintage 1970s Mid-Century Modern Swivel Chairs
Materials
Mohair, Wood
Paul Evans Brutalist Cocktail Table in Oxidized Steel and Bronze, c. 1970
By Paul Evans, Directional
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A stunning Paul Evans brutalist Cocktail table which was part of the "Sculptured Metal Collection" for Directional. This dramatic cocktail table is comprised of a dark patinated bron...
Category
Vintage 1970s American Brutalist Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Steel, Bronze
Post-Modern Four Piece Sectional Sofa by Directional, c 1980, Signed
By Directional
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This incredible sectional sofa is by Directional, circa 1980 and is signed with Directional labels underneath. Directional featured designs by Vladimir Kagan, Milo Baughman, Paul Eva...
Category
Vintage 1980s American Post-Modern Sectional Sofas
Materials
Fabric
Mid-Century Modern Directional Black Lacquer Credenza 3 Drawer 2 Cabinet Doors
By Milo Baughman, Directional
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
Mid-Century Modern directional black lacquer 3 Drawer 2 cabinet doors credenza sideboard with 2 doors and 3 middle drawers also has 2 Glass adjustable shelves. High gloss Black Lacqu...
Category
Vintage 1980s American Mid-Century Modern Credenzas
Materials
Glass, Wood, Lacquer
H 30 in W 73 in D 18 in
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A brand known to vintage mid-century modern furniture collectors everywhere, Directional Furniture opened its doors after American furniture designer Paul McCobb created the high-end Directional Modern line of sofas distributed by the New York–based Modernage Company.
In his pivotal introduction of postwar modernism to the mass market, the revered Massachusetts-born McCobb had established several lines, from the affordable and refined Planner Group for Winchendon to the swooping and unexpected arms of the Symmetric Group for Widdicomb, a Shaker-inspired collection that included a sofa and a lounge chair. Like all of McCobb’s designs, the Directional pieces for Modernage are defined by a sleek aesthetic in which the focus is on elegant functionality, frequently using fine materials such as brass and walnut. In 1949, in partnership with New York furniture salesman B.G. Mesberg, McCobb set up the Directional Furniture Company.
The pair’s first pieces were upholstered chairs, intended to harmonize with the modular Multiplex pieces designed by Martin Feinman. McCobb then designed an array of furniture including storage, dining, seating, desks and other pieces with details such as leather tops, wood finishes and Roman Travertine surfaces. While Directional stopped production of McCobb’s work in the early 1960s, it still released numerous pieces by leading designers manufactured by a variety of companies.
Designer Paul Evans led the factory for a time after joining in 1964. His provocative work for the company often reflected his understanding of materials from his early training as a silversmith, such as the popular Cityscape series — a milestone in brutalist design — with its blocky forms accented with brass and chrome. At his shop in Lambertville, New Jersey, he collaborated with a design team to clad furniture pieces in metallic surfaces, like the Argente line that began production in 1968 and involved an acetylene torch to give its aluminum material a textural quality. He also worked on the Sculpted Bronze series with hand-formed resin shaped over plywood or steel that was then coated with atomized bronze.
Other Directional designers included Vladimir Kagan, who contributed biomorphic sofas and swivel chairs; Milo Baughman, who created tables and dressers inspired by Scandinavian modernism; and Jack Lenor Larsen, who covered sofas in dynamically patterned fabric.
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