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Vladimir Kagan Furniture

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
Vladimir Kagan For Directional Cloud Sofa In Mohair
By Vladimir Kagan, Directional
Located in Houston, TX
Vadimir Kagan For Directional Cloud Sofa In Mohair. Offered is a curvaceous cloud sofa or serpentine sofa, loveseat or chaise with chromed steel feet is both stunning and comfortable...
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1970s American Post-Modern Vintage Vladimir Kagan Furniture

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Steel

Vladimir Kagan Snail Coffee Table
By Vladimir Kagan
Located in Houston, TX
Beautiful Kagan Snail Coffee table, I have 2, price is for 1. Both are in same condition.
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Vladimir Kagan Furniture

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Glass, Acrylic, Lucite

Pair Of Vladimir Kagan Club Chairs
By Vladimir Kagan, Preview
Located in Houston, TX
Pair Of Vladimir Kagan Club Chairs. Offered is a splendid rare pair of club chairs, lounge chairs or side chairs designed by Vladimir Kagan for Preview Furniture Company in the early...
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1990s American Post-Modern Vladimir Kagan Furniture

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Bouclé, Wood

Vladimir Kagan, Sofa, Walnut, Fabric, USA, 1960s
By Vladimir Kagan
Located in High Point, NC
A possibly unique walnut and off-white fabric sofa designed by Vladimir Kagan and produced by Kagan-Dreyfuss, USA, 1960s. Provenance: Sofa custom ordered the apartment of Susan Schl...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Vladimir Kagan Furniture

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Fabric, Walnut

Vladimir Kagan Serpentine Cloud Sofa & Pouf in Boucle and Brass, Directional
By Vladimir Kagan, Directional
Located in Culver City, CA
Cue the spotlight and the swoon — because this signed Vladimir Kagan Cloud Sofa is not just iconic, it’s got range. From sultry curves to that double polished brass disc base, this D...
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1990s American Mid-Century Modern Vladimir Kagan Furniture

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Brass

Vladimir Kagan “Matinee” Sofa/ Daybed for American Leather, Postmodern
By Vladimir Kagan, American Leather
Located in St.Petersburg, FL
Vladimir Kagan "Matinee" sofa/ daybed produced by American Leather, 2007. Pewter leather with soft light grey backrest and grayish brown bolster pillows. Backrest easily lifts off t...
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Early 2000s American Post-Modern Vladimir Kagan Furniture

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Leather, Upholstery

Vladimir Kagan Serpentine Cloud Sofa for Directional in Heavy Ivory Boucle
By Directional, Vladimir Kagan
Located in Culver City, CA
Let’s be real: this Vladimir Kagan sofa is an absolute dreamboat. Fully wrapped in a rich, ivory bouclé (yes, even that sexy double-disc base), it’s basically a cloud you can splay o...
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1990s American Modern Vladimir Kagan Furniture

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Bouclé

Vladimir Kagan Comma Sofa with Ottoman, by Weiman
By Vladimir Kagan
Located in Wichita, KS
Petite sofa and matching ottoman by Vladimir Kagan for Weiman. A small space that makes a big statement. Gorgeous, simple lines. Excellent condition. Fabric is reupholstered in of...
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Late 20th Century American Post-Modern Vladimir Kagan Furniture

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Upholstery

Vladimir Kagan Juno Wingback Recliner in Soft Cocoa Brown Bouclé
By Room and Board, Vladimir Kagan
Located in Saint Louis, MO
Stately Post Modern Vladimir Kagan Wingback reclining chair made by American Leather professionally reupholstered in super soft and richly textured Cocoa bouclé. New cushioning and l...
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1990s American Post-Modern Vladimir Kagan Furniture

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Bouclé, Upholstery

Kagan-Dreyfuss Swivel Chairs, Model 100A, by Vladimir Kagan, C. 1960s
By Vladimir Kagan
Located in Westport, CT
Set of swivel chairs designed by Vladimir Kagan during his Kagan-Dreyfuss partnership in the 1960s. Fully restored by Stamford Modern, these sculptural chairs are reupholstered in a ...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Vladimir Kagan Furniture

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Bouclé, Walnut

Vladimir Kagan, Large Curved Sofa, Fabric, Metal, USA, 1950s
By Vladimir Kagan, Kagan-Dreyfuss, Inc.
Located in High Point, NC
A large curved beige yellow bouclé fabric and metal sofa designed by Vladimir Kagan and produced by Kagan-Dreyfuss Inc. Seat height: 15.5” Reupholstered in brand new bouclé fabric.
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Vladimir Kagan Furniture

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Metal

Vladimir Kagan Serpentine Cloud Sofa for Directional, Signed
By Vladimir Kagan, Directional
Located in Lambertville, NJ
Iconic Mid Century Modern Vladimir Kagan serpentine cloud sofa for Directional, USA circa 1970's. This highly collectable and des...
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Vladimir Kagan Furniture

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Ultrasuede, Lucite, Wood

Vladimir Kagan, Rocking Chair, Walnut, White Fabric, Kagan Designs, Inc C. 1950
By Vladimir Kagan, Kagan-Dreyfuss, Inc.
Located in High Point, NC
A rocking lounge chair designed by Vladimir Kagan for his own firm Vladimir Kagan Designs Inc. Designed c. 1950s, produced c. 1970s. Features finely carved walnut, reupholstered in ...
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Vladimir Kagan Furniture

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Fabric, Bouclé, Walnut

Vladimir Kagan For Directional Serpentine Sofa
By Vladimir Kagan, Directional
Located in Houston, TX
Vladimir Kagan For Directional Serpentine Sofa. Offered is a stunning curvaceous sofa designed by Vladimir Kagan for Directional Furniture Company in the 1980's. We offer this gorgeo...
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1980s American Post-Modern Vintage Vladimir Kagan Furniture

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Fabric, Wood

Vladimir Kagan Serpantine Cloud Sofas in Ivory Boucle, A Pair
By Vladimir Kagan
Located in Culver City, CA
Let’s be honest—if Gabriella Crespi, Karl Springer, and Pierre Paulin walked into a room and had to pick a seat, they’d sink right into these. This matched pair of Vladimir Kagan Clo...
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1990s American Modern Vladimir Kagan Furniture

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Bouclé, Lucite

Vladimir Kagan Serpentine Cloud Sofa for Directional in Heavy Boucle
By Vladimir Kagan, Directional
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 a...
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1990s American Modern Vladimir Kagan Furniture

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Mohair

Vladimir Kagan, Lounge Chair, Walnut, White Bouclé, Kagan-Dreyfuss, Inc, c. 1950
By Vladimir Kagan, Kagan-Dreyfuss, Inc.
Located in High Point, NC
An early production adjustable lounge with retractable footrest. Designed by Vladimir Kagan for his own firm Kagan-Dreyfuss, Inc, c. 1950. Branded. Features finely carved walnut, re...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Vladimir Kagan Furniture

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Fabric, Bouclé, Walnut

Vladimir Kagan, Sofa, Velvet, Lucite, USA, 1970s
By Vladimir Kagan
Located in High Point, NC
A green velvet and lucite "Omnibus" sofa designed and produced by Vladimir Kagan, USA, 1970s.   Seat height 18”
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Vladimir Kagan Furniture

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Velvet, Lucite

Vladimir Kagan "Unicorn" Lounge Chair
By Vladimir Kagan
Located in Astoria, NY
Vladimir Kagan "Unicorn" Lounge Chair, with tan leather upholstery on aluminum base, 1960s, unmarked. 30.5" H x 22.5" W x 27" D; seat: 14.5" H. Provenance: From a 225 West 86th Stree...
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1960s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Vladimir Kagan Furniture

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Aluminum

Vladimir Kagan Snail Coffee Table in Walnut w/Original Glass
By Selig, Vladimir Kagan
Located in Palm Springs, CA
Snail coffee table by Vladimir Kagan for Selig. Coffee table is all original including the glass which measures 42" wide, 42" deep. Walnut base measures 25.5” wide, 22.5” deep and ...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Vladimir Kagan Furniture

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Glass, Wood, Walnut

Vladimir Kagan, Rare Lounge Chair, Walnut, White Fabric, Kagan Designs C. 1950
By Vladimir Kagan, Kagan-Dreyfuss, Inc.
Located in High Point, NC
A rare lounge lounge chair designed by Vladimir Kagan for his own firm Vladimir Kagans Design. Designed c. 1950s, this example produced c. 1970. Features finely carved walnut, reuph...
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Vladimir Kagan Furniture

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Fabric, Bouclé, Walnut

Vladimir Kagan (1927-2016) Patinated Etched Brass Top Teak Coffee Table, 1950s
By Vladimir Kagan, Kagan-Dreyfuss, Inc.
Located in Germantown, MD
An iconic coffee table designed by Vladimir Kagan For Kagan-Dreyfuss, New York, 1950s. Very unique Patinated etched / embossed and Bookmatched brass top over three large legs joined ...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Vladimir Kagan Furniture

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Brass

Vintage Vladimir Kagan Directional Cloud Sofa 1980s
By Vladimir Kagan
Located in Chicago, IL
This spectacular Vladimir Kagan 'Cloud' sofa was produced by Directional Furniture in the 1980s and was just newly reupholstered in a gorgeous two toned velvet, and has the lucite ce...
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1980s American Post-Modern Vintage Vladimir Kagan Furniture

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Textile

Vladimir Kagan 5 Pc Serpentine Sectional Sofa with Maxwell Alameda Snow Fabric
By Vladimir Kagan
Located in Keego Harbor, MI
A Vladimir Kagan serpentine 5 piece sectional sofa. This magnificent 1980s style masterpiece of a sofa is begging for a beautiful new home. This sofa features 5 separate pieces, each...
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1980s American Vintage Vladimir Kagan Furniture

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Fabric, Wood

White Curved Zoe Cloud Sofa by Vladimir Kagan for American Leather. Signed.
By Vladimir Kagan, American Leather
Located in Kansas City, MO
Ivory leather Zoe cloud sofa designed by Vladimir Kagan for American Leather. These were manufactured in 2009 and have had very little use. We have tried to make any blemishes obviou...
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Early 2000s American Mid-Century Modern Vladimir Kagan Furniture

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Leather

Vladimir Kagan for Directional "Hurricane" Lounge Chair
By Vladimir Kagan, Directional
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vladimir Kagan for Directional "Hurricane" Lounge Chair. Outlandish and crazy! This one makes a statement! In it's original fleshy pink Boucle Fabric!
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1990s American Post-Modern Vladimir Kagan Furniture

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Upholstery

Signed Vladimir Kagan Channeled "Clos" Chair in Holly Hunt Fabric
By Vladimir Kagan
Located in New York, NY
This rare and stunning "Clos" dining/desk chair was realized by Vladimir Kagan- one of the most celebrated designers of the 20th century- in the United States, circa 1975. This chair...
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Vladimir Kagan Furniture

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Upholstery, Lucite

Serpentine Sofa by Vladimir Kagan in Mohair, Model 150BS, 2000s
By Vladimir Kagan
Located in Westport, CT
This stunning and rare Serpentine sofa, Model 150BS, was designed by architect and furniture designer Vladimir Kagan. Its distinctive curved frame gives this piece a delightful, sens...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Vladimir Kagan Furniture

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Mohair, Walnut

Vladimir Kagan, Lounge Chair, Leather, Walnut, Kagan-Dreyfuss, Inc, USA, 1956
By Vladimir Kagan, Kagan-Dreyfuss, Inc.
Located in High Point, NC
An adjustable, leather and walnut lounge chair designed by Vladimir Kagan and produced by Kagan-Dreyfuss, Inc, USA, 1956. Dimensions variable. Dimensions of retractable foot rest a...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Vladimir Kagan Furniture

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Leather, Walnut

Vladimir Kagan for Directional Curved Post Modern Sofa
By Vladimir Kagan, Directional
Located in Chicago, IL
Stunning near mint condition 1980's Vladimir Kagan Biomorphic Kidney Bean sofa for Directional. Comes in it's original upholstery, purchased from the ...
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1980s American Vintage Vladimir Kagan Furniture

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Upholstery, Wood, Bentwood

Vladimir Kagan "Zoe" Curved Sofa for American Leather
By Vladimir Kagan, American Leather
Located in San Diego, CA
Vladimir Kagan "Zoe" Curved Sofa for American Leather A stunning and sensuous Zoe sofa designed by Vladimir Kagan for American Leather. True to Kagan’s visionary legacy, this piece...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Vladimir Kagan Furniture

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Velvet

VK201 Rosewood Dining Table by Vladimir Kagan for Kagan-Dreyfuss, 1958, Signed
By Vladimir Kagan, Kagan-Dreyfuss, Inc.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This rare and important model #VK-201 sculptured Rosewood and Walnut 'Round Extension Dining Table' by Vladimir Kagan for Kagan-Dreyfuss was designed in 1958, this example produced between 1958 and 1960, during Kagan's partnership with Hugo Dreyfuss which ended in 1960. This rare example is stamped with the Kagan-Dreyfuss branded marks on the underside of the table and under one of the two leaves, and serves as an important early example of this sought-after design, perfect for collectors, art and design investors, and interior designers working on high profile projects. This Model VK-201, described in Kagan's early catalogues as a 'Round Extension Dining Table in walnut with rosewood top' has Kagan's signature gorgeous sculpted legs in solid walnut along with a magnificent vivid-grained Rosewood top. Just look at the closeup photos of the sculpted edges and tailored legs... this table looks more like a sculpture than merely just furniture. Quality of materials and craftsmanship you don't find in todays products - this table is the epitome of the saying 'they don't make them like they used to'. Ultra refinement in this gorgeous collectors piece which extends from a dining or card / game / cafe table seating for four, to a larger dining or meeting table suitable for eight. With no leaves - the table is 48" round and with both leaves extends to 96" while retaining a very nice 48" width. Vladimir Kagan's works have been highly valued by collectors and art / design investors, and his earlier works in the 1950s partnership with Hugo Dreyfuss (Kagan-Dreyfuss from 1950 to 1960) are among the most sought after by 'purist collectors' like myself. Why do I prize his 1950s works above all else? I can write a short book on this, but one easy to explain reason is that this was a period unlike the rest of his career, where items produced in this time are hallmarked within that period - a distinction that his later works lacked. Essentially, everything post the early 60s blended together with the decades thereafter. A novice Kagan collector is content with anything by Kagan, even items produced by Directional and American Leather Company...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Vladimir Kagan Furniture

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Walnut, Rosewood

Important Cerused Oak Sideboard by Vladimir Kagan for Kagan-Dreyfuss, Signed
By Kagan-Dreyfuss, Inc., Vladimir Kagan
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This important piece of design history was not only designed by Vladimir Kagan and handcrafted by Kagan-Dreyfuss in circa 1949 New York... this was also owned by Kagan himself and kept throughout his entire adult life (see provenance notes below). Each of the two pieces (lower credenza and upper dry bar / hutch) are signed on the back with Kagan-Dreyfuss New York stamps. The expansive size provides exceptional storage and use options. Kagan-Dreyfuss (Vladimir Kagan's partnership with Hugo Dreyfuss from circa 1950-1960) stamped pieces are amongst the most sought after by collectors and investors of art and design. Furniture with Kagan-Dreyfuss stamps are extremely hard to find and demand exceptional value, and this credenza with hutch is double stamped (one on each piece). Featuring a cerused oak exterior, with tambour doors on the lower credenza, sculpted handles (which slide to reveal a keyhole, no key is present however can be rekeyed) on the upper hutch...
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1940s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Vladimir Kagan Furniture

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Glass, Mirror, Formica, Oak

Vladimir Kagan Matinee Sofa for American Leather, USA, 2000's
By Vladimir Kagan, American Leather
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
Vladimir Kagan Matinee Sofa for American Leather, USA, 2000's Vladimir Kagan Matinee Sofa Manufacturer: American Leath...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Vladimir Kagan Furniture

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Leather

Vladimir Kagan by Preview 3 Piece 'Sectional' Sofa
By Vladimir Kagan, Preview
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Vladimir Kagan by Preview 3 Piece 'Sectional' Sofa USA, Circa 1980's A quietly luxurious Vladimir Kagan for Preview 3 piece attached 'sectional' sofa from the 1980s, highlighting th...
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Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Vladimir Kagan Furniture

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Upholstery

Rare Pair of Swivel Chairs by Vladimir Kagan for Directional
By Vladimir Kagan
Located in Minneapolis, MN
Here is a rare pair of swivel chairs by Vladimir Sagan. This hard-to-find model has a round upholstered plinth or base, which gives the chairs a strong presence and sculptural feel. ...
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Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Vladimir Kagan Furniture

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Upholstery

Post Modern 2 Seat Sofa by Vladimir Kagan for Preview
By Vladimir Kagan, Weiman Preview Furniture, Preview
Located in Las Vegas, NV
Rare and ultra coveted Preview sofa. The details, add so much interest and design flair. This collection has real designer feels. **We have this sofa as well as a 3 seat sofa and ...
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Late 20th Century Post-Modern Vladimir Kagan Furniture

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Fabric

Vladimir Kagan for Grosfeld House Mid-Century Modern Revolving Side Table, 1957
By Vladimir Kagan, Grosfeld House
Located in Astoria, NY
Vladimir Kagan for Grosfeld House Revolving Wood Side Table, 1957, with open shelf, on aluminum pedestal. 21" H x 26" Diameter. Provenance: From a 225 West 86th Street, New York City...
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Vladimir Kagan Furniture

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Aluminum

Vladimir Kagan for American Leather 'Zoe' Sofa in Grey Alcantara, Signed
By American Leather, Vladimir Kagan
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This spectacular example of Vladimir Kagan design was produced by American Leather in 2012, in its original Alcantara (ultrasuede) in a medium grey color called 'Otter', signed under...
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2010s American Modern Vladimir Kagan Furniture

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Ultrasuede

Vladimir Kagan Model #100A Barrel Lounge Chair in Velvet, c. 1973, Signed
By Vladimir Kagan
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This rare collectors piece is the Vladimir Kagan model #100-A 'Barrel Lounge Chair' on ball casters, designed in 1947, signed with Vladimir Kagan Designs label. The gorgeous velvet is in a red color but with a hint of burnt orange tone giving it a beautiful warmth and softness that can benefit any space. Signature curvaceous arms make this Barrel chair easily recognizable by design fans and a go-to choice for top interior designs throughout the world. This incredible collector's piece is a glimpse into Vladi's history. The 100-A Barrel chair was designed in 1947, this particular example was produced in circa 1973 in Kagan's new (at the time) state of the art factory in Long Island, after the Hugo Dreyfuss factory burned down in 1972. Highly sought-after by both collectors and interior designers - signed examples like this one being the most desirable as Kagan's designs were often copied throughout the years. This Barrel club chair by Vladimir Kagan for Vladimir Kagan Designs would work great in a Mid-Century Modern, Scandanavian Modern or Danish Modern home or penthouse apartment but could also look fantastic in a Contemporary or Post-Modern room. Also consider mixing it up in a Traditional, Transitional, Classical or Art Deco room with a splash of juxtaposition. Would also be an apt choice in a commercial project such as a hotel lobby lounge or members club, creative design studio or high-rise executive office. Consider using as a side chair, cafe or breakfast table chair, bedside chair...
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Vladimir Kagan Furniture

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Velvet

Post Modern Sofa by Preview
By Weiman Preview Furniture, Vladimir Kagan, Preview
Located in Las Vegas, NV
Rare and ultra coveted Preview sofa. The details, add so much interest and design flair. This collection has real designer feels. **We have this sofa as well as a 2 seat sofa and ...
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Late 20th Century Post-Modern Vladimir Kagan Furniture

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Fabric

Vladimir Kagan Tri Symmetric Chaise Lounge
By Vladimir Kagan
Located in Miami, FL
A tri symmetric chaise by Vladimir Kagan.
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1970s American Vintage Vladimir Kagan Furniture

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Aluminum

Mid Century Modern Sculptural Walnut & Glass Cocktail Table by Vladimir Kagan
By Vladimir Kagan
Located in Port Jervis, NY
Iconic design by Vladimir Kagan C1960 Sculptural 412 glass and walnut kidney shape cocktail table. Sinuous arms reaching out to collect the shapely kidney glass top. Fabulous style a...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Vladimir Kagan Furniture

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Glass, Walnut

Vintage Three Seater Sofa by Vladimir Kagan for Weiman Furniture
By Vladimir Kagan, Weiman Preview Furniture
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Vintage three seater sofa designed by Vladmir Kagan and manufactured by Weiman Furniture. The piece has beautiful sculptural lines and retains...
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1980s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Vladimir Kagan Furniture

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Fabric, Wood

Rare 'Unicorn' Leather and Aluminum Curved Sofa by Vladimir Kagan, c. 1963
By Vladimir Kagan
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This extremely rare and highly sought-after collectors piece by Vladimir Kagan is his Model #U-522 'Unicorn' curved sofa by Vladimir Kagan Designs Inc. designed and produced circa 1963, shortly after Kagan separated from Hugo Dreyfuss of Kagan-Dreyfuss. This investment grade collectible design features soft and supple light grey tufted leather over two aluminum 'Unicorn' bases, large enough to seat four people. There is not much comparison for this awe inspiring statement piece, ideal for an interior designer looking for a show-stopper that is fitting for the most demanding and critical client. Incredible design of utmost rarity and fabulous ready-to-use condition with that light patina you want to see. From an art/ design collector's perspective - this sofa is simply the bees knees...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Vladimir Kagan Furniture

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Aluminum

Caned Sculptural Cabinet by Vladimir Kagan for Grosfeld House, 1950s, Signed
By Grosfeld House, Vladimir Kagan
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This very rare sculptural caned cabinet was designed by Vladimir Kagan and crafted by Grosfeld House during the 1950s in New York, documented in early Grosfeld House advertisements (see photos). Featuring sculpted legs, a caned door (with original unaltered caning in excellent vintage condition) with brass handle, and interior outfitted with two compartments, one side with an adjustable shelf. While the cabinet is small in size, it is huge in personality. Vladimir Kagan's works have been highly valued by collectors and art / design investors, and his earlier works in the 1950s for Grosfeld House and Kagan-Dreyfuss are among the most sought after by 'purist collectors' like myself. Why do I prize his 1950s works above all else? I can write a short book on this, but one easy to explain reason is that this was a period unlike the rest of his career, where items produced in this time are hallmarked within that period - a distinction that his later works lacked. Essentially, everything post the early 60s blended together with the decades thereafter. A novice Kagan collector is content with anything by Kagan, even items produced by Directional and American Leather Company...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Vladimir Kagan Furniture

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Walnut, Cane

Vladimir Kagan for Kagan-Dreyfuss Inc '6999' Sofa in Mohair and Walnut
By Kagan-Dreyfuss, Inc., Vladimir Kagan
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Vladimir Kagan for Kagan-Dreyfuss Inc, sofa, model '6999', reupholstered in “Bold” by Pierre Frey, walnut, United States, made 1950s This mid-century modern sofa, designed by Vladim...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Vladimir Kagan Furniture

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Fabric, Walnut

Vladimir Kagan for Kagan-Dreyfuss Capricorn Cocktail Table, 1960c.
By Vladimir Kagan, Kagan-Dreyfuss, Inc.
Located in Chicago, IL
Vladimir Kagan for Kagan-Dreyfuss Capricorn Cocktail Table, 1960c. Rare indoor/outdoor cocktail table designed by Vladimir Kagan for Kagan-Drey...
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1960s American Vintage Vladimir Kagan Furniture

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Metal

Vladimir Kagan Cloud Sofa for Directional in Mohair
By Vladimir Kagan, Directional
Located in Chicago, IL
circa 1980s, fully restored in mohair. In lieu of a Directional tag, this has a Theodore’s furniture store tag. Theodore’s is a well-known Vladimir Kagan dealer that removed manufac...
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1980s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Vladimir Kagan Furniture

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Mohair

Important Double Dresser by Vladimir Kagan for Kagan-Dreyfuss, 1950s, Signed
By Kagan-Dreyfuss, Inc., Vladimir Kagan
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This very rare and important sculptural double dresser was designed by Vladimir Kagan and handcrafted by Kagan-Dreyfuss Inc during the 1950s in New York. Each of the two chests are s...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Vladimir Kagan Furniture

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Walnut

Pair of Vladimir Kagan Fiftyish Wingback Sofas
By Vladimir Kagan, American Leather
Located in Saint Louis, MO
A love for his 1950s wingback design motivated Vladimir Kagan to circle back and produce a more contemporary version he later named the Fiftyish Sofa. Vladimir Kagan's tendency to ov...
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Early 2000s American Mid-Century Modern Vladimir Kagan Furniture

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Stainless Steel

Vladimir Kagan Korduda Sofa for Holly Hunt in Emerald Green Velvet 2022
By HOLLY HUNT, Vladimir Kagan
Located in New York, NY
One of the most influential designers of the 20th century, Vladimir Kagan was in a class by himself. After graduating Columbia University where he studied architecture, Kagan worked...
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2010s American Mid-Century Modern Vladimir Kagan Furniture

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Upholstery, Velvet, Wood, Walnut

Vladimir Kagan, Mid-Century Modern, Dining Table, Zebrawood, Glass, USA, 1967
By Vladimir Kagan
Located in Manhasset, NY
Vladimir Kagan, Mid-Century Modern, Dining Table, Zebrawood, Glass, USA, 1967 The Model 6705 extendable dining table, designed by Vladimir Kagan for Vladimir Kagan Designs, Inc. in ...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Vladimir Kagan Furniture

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Glass, Zebra Wood

Vladimir Kagan Unicorn sofa for Kagan Designs, 1967. Very Rare. One Owner.
By Vladimir Kagan
Located in Kansas City, MO
This original Vladimir Kagan Curved Unicorn sofa has had only one owner and was purchased directly from Vladimir Kagan Designs, Inc. in 1967. The design ...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Vladimir Kagan Furniture

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Aluminum, Wrought Iron

Vladimir Kagan Fiftyish Sofa in Super Soft Ivory White Bouclé
By Vladimir Kagan, American Leather
Located in Saint Louis, MO
A love for his 1950s wingback design motivated Vladimir Kagan to circle back and produce a more contemporary version he later named the Fiftyish Sofa. Vladimir Kagan's tendency to ov...
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Early 2000s American Mid-Century Modern Vladimir Kagan Furniture

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Stainless Steel

Vladimir Kagan Serpentine sofa Directional USA 1999
By Vladimir Kagan
Located in Roosendaal, Noord Brabant
This sculptural lounge sofa, designed by the renowned Vladimir Kagan and produced by Directional in the United States in 1999, stands as an iconic piece of modern furniture design. K...
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1990s American Mid-Century Modern Vladimir Kagan Furniture

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Chrome

Vladimir Kagan Post Modern Clam Chaise Lounge in Soft Ivory White Bouclé 1980s
By Vladimir Kagan, Directional
Located in Saint Louis, MO
All enveloping luxurious comfort best describes this sexy Post Modern Chaise Lounge designed by Vladimir Kagan for Directional newly professionally upholstered in highly durable super soft ivory white bouclé. Famous for his use of curves and amorphous shapes in furnishings, this Vladimir Kagan clam form chaise lounge has an inviting profile and shape that beckons. The inner walls of the chaise provide all enveloping comfort with wide upholstered channels angled down towards the foot of the chaise. The channels - along with the texture of the ivory white bouclé - ventilate naturally keeping you cozy in winter and cool in summer. Unlike traditional chaise lounges that allow one to recline but are not typically plush, this Vladimir Kagan chaise is the antithesis. Super comfortable seat back, tall upholstered arm rests, thick cushioned seat, and angled upholstered side. Chic, sexy and luxurious. Works for all activities - naughty or nice - at all hours of the day. Enjoy your morning cup of tea or coffee while catching up on emails or reading the latest headlines. Cozy up with a good book and a glass of wine. Activities will be enjoyed all the more reclined atop this Vladimir Kagan Scallop Chaise...
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1980s American Post-Modern Vintage Vladimir Kagan Furniture

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Bouclé, Upholstery

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...
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Late 20th Century American Modern Vladimir Kagan Furniture

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Bouclé

Vladimir Kagan “Erica” Chaise Lounge
By Vladimir Kagan
Located in Dallas, TX
The Erica chaise lounge designed by Vladimir Kagan. Fully restored and reupholstered in Holly Hunt / Morganite
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1970s Vintage Vladimir Kagan Furniture

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Fabric

Pair of Mid Century Documented Walnut "Barrel" Chairs by Vladimir Kagan, 1947
By Vladimir Kagan
Located in New York, NY
This sculptural and iconic pair of low back "Barrel" chairs were designed and executed by Vladimir Kagan, in 1947. They feature amorphic arms; subtly scalloped tops; and splayed coni...
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1940s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Vladimir Kagan Furniture

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Fabric, Walnut

Vladimir Kagan furniture for sale on 1stDibs.

Vladimir Kagan furniture 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 furniture, although brown editions of this piece are particularly popular. We have 281 vintage editions of these items in-stock, while there is 8 modern edition to choose from as well. Many of the original furniture by Vladimir Kagan were created in the mid-century modern style in north america during the 20th century. If you’re looking for additional options, many customers also consider furniture by Ludwig Mies van der Rohe, Florence Knoll, and Directional. Prices for Vladimir Kagan furniture can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these items begin at $1,190 and can go as high as $110,000, while a piece like these, on average, fetch $12,500.

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