Calvin Furniture

American

The Grand Rapids, Michigan-based company Calvin Furniture opened its doors in 1953 and became a sought-after contract manufacturer for the day’s top furniture designers and brands. Its appealing mid-century modern and Hollywood Regency offerings — nightstands, dressers and more — graced the showrooms of department stores all over North America during the 1950s and 1960s.

Calvin’s relationship with the work of Massachusetts-born designer Paul McCobb is well known to enthusiasts of mid-century modern furniture. McCobb, whose unadorned and efficient storage pieces, seating and desks drew on Shaker simplicity and Bauhaus minimalism, wasn’t exactly a designer for Calvin — in partnership with New York furniture salesman B.G. Mesberg, McCobb set up the Directional Furniture Company in Manhattan in 1949, and Calvin was one of the manufacturers contracted to produce the furniture he designed for Directional (and later, for pieces designed under his own name).

Among McCobb’s most acclaimed lines made by Calvin Furniture were the Calvin Group and the Irwin Collection. The travertine-topped sideboards and mahogany nightstands of those lines as well as the other Calvin-produced dressers, bookcases and chests of drawers designed by McCobb were elegant and spare, free of unnecessary embellishments.

Calvin also manufactured the very popular American Design Foundation line of furniture that Kipp Stewart and Stewart MacDougall designed. The Pennsylvania-born, California-raised MacDougall enjoyed a postwar collaboration with West Coast native Stewart that resulted in great success with manufacturers such as Glenn of California and Drexel Furniture. The duo’s celebrated Declaration line for the latter featured streamlined credenzas, dressers and more made in walnut with comely porcelain hardware. The dining chairs, tables and coffee tables manufactured by Calvin flaunt the pair’s signature clean lines, gentle curves and organic shapes.

In the late 1950s and early ‘60s, Calvin Furniture continued its business relationship with B.G. Mesberg National Sales and Directional Furniture. Calvin finally closed their doors during the early 1970s, but their legacy can be found in enduring pieces of modern furniture that remain popular today.

On 1stDibs, find a selection of vintage Calvin Furniture tables, credenzas, chairs and more.

Creator: Calvin

Mid Century Modern Paul McCobb 4 drawer Server Brass base for Calvin Group

$3,000

Mid Century Modern Paul McCobb 4 drawer Server Brass base for Calvin Group

By Calvin Furniture, Paul McCobb

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Mid Century Modern light Mahogany with 4 drawers server dresser or credenza. Sits on a square brass tube brass base with all feet and original brass knobs. Designed By Paul McCobb fo...

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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Calvin Furniture

Materials

Brass

Paul McCobb Irwin Collection Nightstand or End Table, Newly Refinished

$4,500 / item

Paul McCobb Irwin Collection Nightstand or End Table, Newly Refinished

By Calvin Furniture, Paul McCobb

Located in South Bend, IN

An outstanding Mid-Century Modern bedside table or occasional side table By Paul McCobb for Directional and produced by Calvin Furniture, "Irwin Collection" USA, 1950s Mahogany, w...

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Calvin Furniture

Materials

Brass

Paul McCobb for Calvin Mahogany and Travertine Dresser with Dual Tri-Fold Doors

$5,200Sale Price|20% Off

Paul McCobb for Calvin Mahogany and Travertine Dresser with Dual Tri-Fold Doors

By Paul McCobb, Calvin Furniture

Located in Chicago, IL

Dual tri-fold door mahogany and travertine dresser by Paul McCobb for Calvin's Irwin Collection. Beautifully grained walnut tri-fold doors and solid mahogany stretchers with a creamy slab of travertine, this iconic piece of elegant modern design could also work as a clean lined credenza...

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1950s American Vintage Calvin Furniture

Materials

Travertine

Paul McCobb for Calvin Black Lacquered Extension Dining Table, Newly Refinished

$4,045

Paul McCobb for Calvin Black Lacquered Extension Dining Table, Newly Refinished

By Paul McCobb, Calvin Furniture

Located in South Bend, IN

An exceptional Mid-Century Modern extension dining table By Paul McCobb for Calvin Furniture, "Linear Group" USA, 1950s Black lacquered walnut, with aluminum stretchers. Measures...

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Calvin Furniture

Materials

Aluminum

Paul McCobb, Side Table, Brass, Mahogany, USA, 1950s

$3,900

Paul McCobb, Side Table, Brass, Mahogany, USA, 1950s

By Paul McCobb, Calvin Furniture

Located in High Point, NC

A brass and mahogany side table designed by Paul McCobb and produced by Calvin, USA, 1950s.

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Calvin Furniture

Materials

Brass

Paul McCobb Calvin MCM Leather Brass and Bleached Mahogany Magazine Side Table

$3,747

Paul McCobb Calvin MCM Leather Brass and Bleached Mahogany Magazine Side Table

By Paul McCobb, Calvin Furniture

Located in Franklin Park, IL

Paul McCobb for Calvin Mid Century Leather, Brass and Bleached Mahogany Magazine Side Table This side table measures: 28 wide x 22 deep x 20.25 inches high All pieces of furniture ...

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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Calvin Furniture

Materials

Brass

Vintage "Irwin Collection" Mahogany and Brass Credenza by Paul McCobb

$6,850

Vintage "Irwin Collection" Mahogany and Brass Credenza by Paul McCobb

By Paul McCobb, Calvin Furniture

Located in North Hollywood, CA

Beautiful vintage “Irwin Collection” mahogany and brass credenza by Paul McCobb for Calvin Furniture, manufactured in the United States, circa 1950s. Thi...

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Calvin Furniture

Materials

Brass

MCM Paul McCobb Irwin Collection Calvin Credenza Sideboard Leather Brass Walnut

$12,500

MCM Paul McCobb Irwin Collection Calvin Credenza Sideboard Leather Brass Walnut

By Paul McCobb, Calvin Furniture

Located in Portland, OR

An original & iconic Mid-Century Modern credenza / wall unit model # C8506, designed by Paul Mc Cobb "The Irwin Collection" for Calvin Furniture, 1952. Condition is excellent! A very rare twin section walnut brass & leather cabinet designed by Paul Mc Cobb, the top having brass dividers/supports with two moveable modular units one with four drawers the other with twin cupboard doors. This model is very rare, possibly a commission piece with leather fronts to the doors, most of the C8506 models had plain wood or doors with caning. The cabinet is also fitted with two original smoked glass shelves, the cabinet is fitted with a brass tag to one of the drawers "Calvin Grand Rapids The Irwin Collection designed by Paul Mc Cobb". The base with corresponding brass legs to the front & rear, the cabinet with four 'concertina' doors fitted with the original Oxblood color leather and enclosing a fitted interior. Condition is very good indeed, the cabinet having been recently professionally restored in Bloomsbury's workshop. Provenance, the cabinet belonged to a prominent local architect and was acquired from new. Bloomsbury Fine...

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Calvin Furniture

Materials

Brass

Paul McCobb Irwin Collection Mid-Century Modern Walnut Cane Back Armchair

$1,795 / item

Paul McCobb Irwin Collection Mid-Century Modern Walnut Cane Back Armchair

By Paul McCobb, Directional, Calvin Furniture

Located in South Bend, IN

A gorgeous Mid-Century Modern armchair or dining captain chair By Paul McCobb for Directional and produced by Calvin Furniture, "Irwin Collection" USA, 1950s Sculpted walnut frame...

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Calvin Furniture

Materials

Upholstery, Cane, Walnut

Kipp Stewart for Directional by Calvin Mid Century Walnut Executive Desk

$5,595

Kipp Stewart for Directional by Calvin Mid Century Walnut Executive Desk

By Calvin Furniture, Kipp Stewart

Located in Franklin Park, IL

Kipp Stewart for Directional by Calvin Mid Century Walnut Executive Desk This desk measures: 72 wide x 39 deep x 29 high, with a chair clearance of 26.5 inches We take our photos i...

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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Calvin Furniture

Materials

Walnut

Paul McCobb for Directional Black Lacquer and Brass Dining Table, Refinished

$7,995

Paul McCobb for Directional Black Lacquer and Brass Dining Table, Refinished

By Calvin Furniture, Directional, Paul McCobb

Located in South Bend, IN

An exceptional Mid-Century Modern extension dining table By Paul McCobb for Directional and produced by Calvin Furniture USA, 1950s Black lacquered mahogany, with brass stretchers...

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Calvin Furniture

Materials

Brass

Pair of Paul McCobb for Calvin Four Drawer Dressers

$5,500 / set

Pair of Paul McCobb for Calvin Four Drawer Dressers

By Calvin Furniture, Paul McCobb

Located in Chicago, IL

Pair of Paul McCobb for Calvin Four Drawer Dressers, Oiled walnut with vertical aluminum edge accents and beveled aluminum pulls.

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Calvin Furniture

Materials

Aluminum

Paul McCobb for Calvin Linear MCM Walnut and Aluminum 4 Drawer Highboy Dresser

$2,295

Paul McCobb for Calvin Linear MCM Walnut and Aluminum 4 Drawer Highboy Dresser

By Paul McCobb, Calvin Furniture

Located in Franklin Park, IL

Paul McCobb for Calvin Linear Mid Century Walnut and Aluminum Highboy Dresser This highboy measures: 38 wide x 18 deep x 45 inches high We take our photos in a controlled lighting ...

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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Calvin Furniture

Materials

Aluminum

Paul McCobb King Headboard for Calvin Furniture

$4,000

Paul McCobb King Headboard for Calvin Furniture

By Calvin Furniture, Paul McCobb

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Headboard by Paul McCobb, for Calvin Furniture c.1960s, USA. This maple headboard features six panels encased in a brass frame and finished in a walnut stain. The maple panels have b...

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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Calvin Furniture

Materials

Brass

Paul McCobb, Leather, Cane, Brass, Side Table, USA, 1950s

$1,750

Paul McCobb, Leather, Cane, Brass, Side Table, USA, 1950s

By Calvin Furniture, Paul McCobb

Located in Stamford, CT

Paul McCobb, American Mid-Century Modern, Leather, Cane, Brass, "The Irwin Collection" Side Table, USA, 1950s A distressed leather, brass, and wood side table designed by Paul McCob...

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Calvin Furniture

Materials

Brass

Paul McCobb for Calvin Furniture Eight Drawer Marble Top Dresser

$6,500

Paul McCobb for Calvin Furniture Eight Drawer Marble Top Dresser

By Calvin Furniture, Paul McCobb

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Early Paul McCobb designed "Irwin" Collection dresser made by Calvin Furniture of Grand Rapids, MI. Robust walnut construction conceals eight large pull-out drawers behind a pair of ...

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Calvin Furniture

Materials

Stone, Marble, Brass

Large Rectangle Walnut One Drawer Paul McCobb Coffee Table for Calvin 1960s Mint

$7,500

Large Rectangle Walnut One Drawer Paul McCobb Coffee Table for Calvin 1960s Mint

By Calvin Furniture, Paul McCobb

Located in Rockaway, NJ

Large rectangle walnut one drawer Paul McCobb coffee table for Calvin 1960s MINT.

Category

20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Calvin Furniture

Materials

Brass

Paul McCobb Credenza with Travertine Top

$4,600

Paul McCobb Credenza with Travertine Top

By Paul McCobb, Calvin Furniture

Located in Brooklyn, NY

This stylish midcentury sideboard features the iconic design of Paul McCobb and boasts vintage mahogany finish and a striking travertine top. Tapered brass legs add to the appeal of ...

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Calvin Furniture

Materials

Wood

Paul McCobb for Calvin Dining Table with Brass X Cross Support, Customizable

$7,500

Paul McCobb for Calvin Dining Table with Brass X Cross Support, Customizable

By Calvin Furniture, Paul McCobb

Located in St. Louis, MO

Philippine Mahogany dining table with brass X stretcher between tapered legs, designed by Paul McCobb, part of his Irwin collection for Calvin. Includes two 15" extension leaves, len...

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Calvin Furniture

Materials

Brass

Stunning Pair Kipp Stewart Dining Armchairs Jack Lenor Larsen, Calvin Furniture

$2,600Sale Price|20% Off

Stunning Pair Kipp Stewart Dining Armchairs Jack Lenor Larsen, Calvin Furniture

By Calvin Furniture, Kipp Stewart

Located in Pemberton, NJ

Stunning pair of Jack Lenor Larsen dining chairs, designed by Kipp Stewart for Calvin, American, circa 1960s. The original Larsen fabric is amazing, vibrant, and in relatively good c...

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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Calvin Furniture

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

Paul McCobb for Calvin Mid Century 16-Drawer Mahogany and Brass Sideboard Buffet

$3,995

Paul McCobb for Calvin Mid Century 16-Drawer Mahogany and Brass Sideboard Buffet

By Paul McCobb, Calvin Furniture

Located in Franklin Park, IL

Paul McCobb for Calvin mid century 16-drawer mahogany and brass sideboard buffet credenza Measures: 71.25 wide x 19 deep x 27.25 high Restored vintage condition. Piece is rest...

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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Calvin Furniture

Materials

Brass

Paul McCobb for Calvin Mid Century Mahogany and Brass Credenza

$5,195

Paul McCobb for Calvin Mid Century Mahogany and Brass Credenza

By Paul McCobb, Calvin Furniture

Located in Franklin Park, IL

Paul McCobb for Calvin Mid Century Mahogany and Brass Credenza This credenza measures: 66 wide x 19.25 deep x 36.25 inches high Fair Vintage Condition - Credenza has Scratches and ...

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Calvin Furniture

Materials

Brass

Paul McCobb for Calvin Mid Century Mahogany Credenza

$4,447

Paul McCobb for Calvin Mid Century Mahogany Credenza

By Calvin Furniture, Paul McCobb

Located in Franklin Park, IL

Paul McCobb for Calvin Mid Century Mahogany Credenza This credenza measures: 71.25 wide x 19 deep x 32.25 inches high All pieces of furniture can be had in what we call restored vi...

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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Calvin Furniture

Materials

Mahogany

Paul McCobb for Calvin Linear Mid Century Side End Table

$1,995

Paul McCobb for Calvin Linear Mid Century Side End Table

By Paul McCobb, Calvin Furniture

Located in Franklin Park, IL

Paul McCobb for calvin linear mid century side end table This table is 21.5 wide x 21.5 deep x 24.5 inches tall All pieces of furniture ...

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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Calvin Furniture

Materials

Chrome

Side Table/Night Stand with Drawer by Paul McCobb for Calvin

$1,650

Side Table/Night Stand with Drawer by Paul McCobb for Calvin

By Calvin Furniture, Paul McCobb

Located in Kansas City, MO

Single occasional table/nightstand designed by Paul McCobb for Calvin. Very good original condition.

Category

1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Calvin Furniture

Materials

Brass

Paul McCobb for Calvin Furniture Gentleman's Chest

$3,400

Paul McCobb for Calvin Furniture Gentleman's Chest

By Paul McCobb, Calvin Furniture

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Beautiful vintage walnut gentleman's chest designed by Paul McCobb for his iconic mid-century modern series by Calvin Furniture. Framed in a beautifully grained walnut veneer, this i...

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Calvin Furniture

Materials

Brass

Paul McCobb Gentleman's Tall Chest Irwin Collection for Calvin Furniture, 1956

$6,600

Paul McCobb Gentleman's Tall Chest Irwin Collection for Calvin Furniture, 1956

By Paul McCobb, Calvin Furniture

Located in Camden, ME

Paul McCobb's gentleman's walnut chest with a fold down mirror Irwin line for Calvin. The accordion doors are bookmatched veneer opening to 18 shirt shelves and five graduated drawe...

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Calvin Furniture

Materials

Mirror, Walnut

Paul McCobb for Calvin Linear Mid-Century Vanity Cabinet

$2,395 / set

Paul McCobb for Calvin Linear Mid-Century Vanity Cabinet

By Calvin Furniture, Paul McCobb

Located in Franklin Park, IL

Paul McCobb for Calvin Linear midcentury vanity cabinet This vanity cabinet measures: 75 wide x 18 deep x 40 inches high We take our photo...

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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Calvin Furniture

Materials

Chrome

Paul Mccobb Credenza by Calvin Furniture

$2,300

Paul Mccobb Credenza by Calvin Furniture

By Calvin Furniture

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Beautiful MCM credenza designed by American designer Paul McCobb (1917-1969) for Calvin. Made in Grand Rapids, Michigan, this cabinet has a wood top, two accordion doors and stands o...

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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Calvin Furniture

Materials

Wood

Paul McCobb Dresser for Calvin Furniture

$4,000

Paul McCobb Dresser for Calvin Furniture

By Calvin Furniture, Paul McCobb

Located in Brooklyn, NY

This stunning vintage modern dresser was designed by Paul McCobb for Calvin Furniture. Sleek compact design with eight large drawers, unique metal pulls, and metal trim on the fronts...

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Mid-20th Century North American Mid-Century Modern Calvin Furniture

Materials

Walnut

Paul Mccobb for Calvin Mid Century Large Walnut Coffee Table

$1,995

Paul Mccobb for Calvin Mid Century Large Walnut Coffee Table

By Paul McCobb, Calvin Furniture

Located in Franklin Park, IL

Paul Mccobb for Calvin mid century large walnut coffee table This table measures: 54 wide x 32 deep x 16.5 inches high All pieces of furniture can be had in what we call restor...

Category

1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Calvin Furniture

Materials

Walnut

Paul McCobb for Calvin Irwin Collection Mahogany Brass Travertine Double Dresser

$7,795

Paul McCobb for Calvin Irwin Collection Mahogany Brass Travertine Double Dresser

By Calvin Furniture, Paul McCobb

Located in Franklin Park, IL

Paul McCobb for Calvin Irwin Collection Mid Century Mahogany, Brass and Travertine Double Dresser This lowboy measures: 71.5 wide x 19 deep x 34.5 inches high Great Vintage Conditi...

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Calvin Furniture

Materials

Travertine, Brass

Paul McCobb for Directional Irwin Collection Woven Leather Dinning Chairs

$4,500 / set

Paul McCobb for Directional Irwin Collection Woven Leather Dinning Chairs

By Paul McCobb, Calvin Furniture

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Exceptional set of (6) Paul McCobb for Directional Irwin Collection Woven Leather Dinning Chairs, Manufactured by Calvin Furniture in the 1950s, and crafted from rich mahogany with d...

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Calvin Furniture

Materials

Leather, Mahogany

Mahogany End Table by Paul McCobb for Calvin, Irwin Collection

$2,200

Mahogany End Table by Paul McCobb for Calvin, Irwin Collection

By Paul McCobb, Calvin Furniture

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Mid-Century Modern, bleached mahogany, end table by Paul McCobb for Calvin, Irwin Collection features a leather top with brass trim, caned lower shelf and nickel plated brass pulls. ...

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Calvin Furniture

Materials

Brass

Mid-Century Modern Dining Chairs by Paul McCobb for Calvin Furniture, 1950s

$7,500 / set

Mid-Century Modern Dining Chairs by Paul McCobb for Calvin Furniture, 1950s

By Calvin Furniture, Paul McCobb

Located in North Hollywood, CA

Designed by legendary American modernist Paul McCobb for the celebrated Irwin Collection and crafted by Calvin Furniture in Grand Rapids, Michigan, during the 1950s, this exceptional...

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Calvin Furniture

Materials

Brass

Paul McCobb Gentlemans High Chest Dresser Calvin Furniture Irwin Collection Mint

$5,400

Paul McCobb Gentlemans High Chest Dresser Calvin Furniture Irwin Collection Mint

By Paul McCobb, Calvin Furniture

Located in Rockaway, NJ

Paul McCobb Gentlemans high chest dresser Calvin Furniture Irwin Collection MINT

Category

20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Calvin Furniture

Materials

Brass

Paul McCobb for Calvin MCM Ebonized Mahogany Brass and White Laminate Desk

$4,347

Paul McCobb for Calvin MCM Ebonized Mahogany Brass and White Laminate Desk

By Calvin Furniture, Paul McCobb

Located in Franklin Park, IL

Paul McCobb for Calvin Mid Century Ebonized Mahogany Brass and White Laminate Desk This desk measures: 54.5 wide x 26 deep x 29 inches high, with ...

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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Calvin Furniture

Materials

Brass

Ebonized Mahogany Concealed Dresser By Paul McCobb, Irwin Collection, Calvin

$8,100

Ebonized Mahogany Concealed Dresser By Paul McCobb, Irwin Collection, Calvin

By Paul McCobb, Calvin Furniture

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Mid-century modern, double-wide, credenza configuration, concealed mahogany dresser by Paul McCobb, Irwin Collection for Calvin Furniture features accordian fronts that open to revea...

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Calvin Furniture

Materials

Brass

Paul McCobb for Calvin Linear Mid Century Walnut and Aluminum Nightstand

$1,295

Paul McCobb for Calvin Linear Mid Century Walnut and Aluminum Nightstand

By Paul McCobb, Calvin Furniture

Located in Franklin Park, IL

Paul McCobb for Calvin Linear Mid Century Walnut and Aluminum Nightstand This nightstand measures: 21 wide x 21 deep x 24 inches high We take ou...

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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Calvin Furniture

Materials

Aluminum

Paul McCobb for Calvin Linear Mid Century Walnut and Stainless Steel Credenza

$5,195

Paul McCobb for Calvin Linear Mid Century Walnut and Stainless Steel Credenza

By Paul McCobb, Calvin Furniture

Located in Franklin Park, IL

Paul McCobb for Calvin Linear Mid Century Walnut and Stainless Steel Credenza This credenza measures: 66 wide x 18 deep x 34.25 inches high Good Vintage Condition - Areas of Minor ...

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Calvin Furniture

Materials

Stainless Steel

Paul McCobb for Calvin Linear Mid Century Walnut and Stainless Steel Full Headbo

$1,495

Paul McCobb for Calvin Linear Mid Century Walnut and Stainless Steel Full Headbo

By Paul McCobb, Calvin Furniture

Located in Franklin Park, IL

Paul McCobb for Calvin Linear Mid Century Walnut and stainless steel full headboard This headboard measures: 54 wide x 1.25 deep x 36.25 in...

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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Calvin Furniture

Materials

Stainless Steel

Paul McCobb Calvin Irwin Collection 4 Drawer Chest Dresser Credenza Bi-Fold Door

$2,950

Paul McCobb Calvin Irwin Collection 4 Drawer Chest Dresser Credenza Bi-Fold Door

By Calvin Furniture, Paul McCobb

Located in Forest Grove, PA

A Calvin "Irwin Collection" mahogany and brass cabinet designed by Paul McCobb. Designed to be a dresser, this versatile piece features bi-fold doors that open to reveal four 5" draw...

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Calvin Furniture

Materials

Brass

Paul McCobb for Directional Mahogany & Brass Extension Dining Table, Refinished

$7,995

Paul McCobb for Directional Mahogany & Brass Extension Dining Table, Refinished

By Calvin Furniture, Paul McCobb, Directional

Located in South Bend, IN

An exceptional Mid-Century Modern extension dining table By Paul McCobb for Directional and produced by Calvin Furniture USA, 1950s Gorgeous Honduran mahogany, with brass stretche...

Category

1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Calvin Furniture

Materials

Brass

Paul McCobb Irwin Collection Mahogany and Brass Nightstands, Newly Refinished

$8,500 / set

Paul McCobb Irwin Collection Mahogany and Brass Nightstands, Newly Refinished

By Paul McCobb, Directional, Calvin Furniture

Located in South Bend, IN

An outstanding pair of Mid-Century Modern bedside tables or occasional side tables By Paul McCobb for Directional and produced by Calvin Furniture, "Irwin Collection" USA, 1950s M...

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Calvin Furniture

Materials

Brass

Paul McCobb for Calvin Furniture Co. Walnut Wall Mirror, 1950's

$1,750

Paul McCobb for Calvin Furniture Co. Walnut Wall Mirror, 1950's

By Calvin Furniture, Paul McCobb

Located in New York, NY

Paul McCobb for Calvin Furniture Co. Walnut Wall Mirror, 1950's. Mirror is in excellent vintage condition with age related wear. The item features an angler walnut frame with a rece...

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Calvin Furniture

Materials

Mirror, Walnut

Paul McCobb for Calvin Mid Century Brass X Base Stools - Pair

$5,195 / set

Paul McCobb for Calvin Mid Century Brass X Base Stools - Pair

By Paul McCobb, Calvin Furniture

Located in Franklin Park, IL

Paul McCobb for Calvin Mid Century Brass X Base Stools - Pair Each stool measures: 20.5 wide x 20.5 deep x 16 high, with a seat height of 16 inches Great Vintage Condition. We tak...

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Calvin Furniture

Materials

Brass

Kipp Stewart for Calvin Furniture Mid-Century Modern Walnut Bookcase Cabinet

$2,495

Kipp Stewart for Calvin Furniture Mid-Century Modern Walnut Bookcase Cabinet

By Calvin Furniture, Kipp Stewart

Located in South Bend, IN

An exceptional Mid-Century Modern bookcase cabinet or credenza By Kipp Stewart for Calvin Furniture, "American Design Foundation" Collection USA, Circa 1960s Gorgeous walnut, with...

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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Calvin Furniture

Materials

Glass, Walnut

Paul McCobb for Calvin Irwin Collection Travertine, Brass and Mahogany Bar Cart

$6,495

Paul McCobb for Calvin Irwin Collection Travertine, Brass and Mahogany Bar Cart

By Paul McCobb, Calvin Furniture

Located in Franklin Park, IL

Paul McCobb for Calvin Irwin Collection Model C9203 Mid Century Travertine, Brass and Mahogany Bar Cart This bar cart measures: 36.25 wide x 19.25 deep x 28.5 inches high Good Vint...

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Calvin Furniture

Materials

Travertine, Brass

Etageres by Paul McCobb for Calvin Furniture, 1950s

$21,500

Etageres by Paul McCobb for Calvin Furniture, 1950s

By Paul McCobb, Calvin Furniture

Located in Sagaponack, NY

A well scaled Mid-Century Modern étagère in bleached walnut designed by Paul McCobb. The cabinet or shelf set is constructed in solid walnut wood and brass and features two separate ...

Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Calvin Furniture

Materials

Brass

Paul McCobb for Calvin Mid Century Mahogany and Brass Desk

$4,595

Paul McCobb for Calvin Mid Century Mahogany and Brass Desk

By Paul McCobb, Calvin Furniture

Located in Franklin Park, IL

Paul McCobb for Calvin Mid Century Mahogany and Brass Desk This desk measures: 54 wide x 26 deep x 29 high, with a chair clearance of 28 inches Good Vintage Condition - Areas of St...

Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Calvin Furniture

Materials

Brass

Paul McCobb for Calvin X Base Foot Stool in Channeled Brass Circa 1960s

$1,495

Paul McCobb for Calvin X Base Foot Stool in Channeled Brass Circa 1960s

By Calvin Furniture, Paul McCobb

Located in Peabody, MA

A channeled brass foot stool with X form base, desgined by Paul McCobb for Calvin Furniture, circa 1960s.

Category

1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Calvin Furniture

Materials

Brass

Set of 20 Paul McCobb Mahogany Dining Chairs in Ivory with New Velvet Upholstery

$64,400 / set

Set of 20 Paul McCobb Mahogany Dining Chairs in Ivory with New Velvet Upholstery

By Calvin Furniture, Paul McCobb

Located in Saint Louis, MO

This magnificent set of 20 mahogany ivory white dining chairs was designed by one of the visionaries of the mid century modern period, Paul McCobb. McCobb intentionally lightens both...

Category

1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Calvin Furniture

Materials

Brass

Paul McCobb Eight-Drawer Dresser Marble Top for Calvin Furniture, 1950s

$6,800Sale Price|20% Off

Paul McCobb Eight-Drawer Dresser Marble Top for Calvin Furniture, 1950s

By Calvin Furniture, Paul McCobb

Located in Camden, ME

Paul McCobb eight-drawer walnut dresser is part of McCobb's Irwin line manufactured by Calvin Furniture of Grand Rapids during the 1950s. The cabinet has 2 folding doors of three pa...

Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Calvin Furniture

Materials

Marble

Kipp Stewart for Calvin Mid Century Ebonized Teak Credenza

$3,895

Kipp Stewart for Calvin Mid Century Ebonized Teak Credenza

By Calvin Furniture, Kipp Stewart

Located in Franklin Park, IL

Kipp Stewart for Calvin Mid Century Ebonized Teak Credenza This credenza measures: 54 wide x 18 deep x 31.25 inches high Good Vintage Condition - Credenza has Areas of Minor Scrat...

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Calvin Furniture

Materials

Teak

1950s Paul McCobb for Calvin Linear Group Wall Mirror Walnut & Aluminum 34"x36"

$1,200

1950s Paul McCobb for Calvin Linear Group Wall Mirror Walnut & Aluminum 34"x36"

By Paul McCobb, Calvin Furniture

Located in Philadelphia, PA

US made and designed by Paul McCobb, this mirror pairs excellently with the rest of Calvin Furniture's 'Linear Group' line. With a simple walnut frame accented by 90 degree machine c...

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Calvin Furniture

Materials

Aluminum

Mid-Century Modern Mahogany Dresser Glass top Credenza by Paul McCobb for Calvin

$3,959

Mid-Century Modern Mahogany Dresser Glass top Credenza by Paul McCobb for Calvin

By Calvin Furniture, Paul McCobb

Located in Port Jervis, NY

Simple and elegant 5-drawer credenza with large storage compartment which features a shelf. Refinished in the original stain, waxed and polished. White milk glass top is excellent, m...

Category

1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Calvin Furniture

Materials

Brass, Nickel

Paul McCobb for Calvin Furniture Black Lacquered Coffee Table, Newly Refinished

$1,525

Paul McCobb for Calvin Furniture Black Lacquered Coffee Table, Newly Refinished

By Calvin Furniture, Paul McCobb

Located in South Bend, IN

A sleek and stylish mid-century modern coffee or cocktail table By Paul McCobb for Calvin Furniture, "Linear Group" USA, 1950s Black lacquered walnut, with aluminum accents....

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Calvin Furniture

Materials

Aluminum

Paul McCobb, Wall Mirror, Brass, USA, 1950s

$3,900

Paul McCobb, Wall Mirror, Brass, USA, 1950s

By Paul McCobb, Calvin Furniture

Located in High Point, NC

A brass wall mirror designed by Paul McCobb and produced by Calvin, USA, c. 1950s. Dimensions: 54.4” H x 20.375” W x 2.25” D Does not include mounting hardware. All items ship fro...

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1950s American Vintage Calvin Furniture

Materials

Brass

Paul McCobb for Directional Black Lacquer and Brass Extension Dining Table

$7,995

Paul McCobb for Directional Black Lacquer and Brass Extension Dining Table

By Directional, Paul McCobb, Calvin Furniture

Located in South Bend, IN

An exceptional Mid-Century Modern extension dining table By Paul McCobb for Directional and produced by Calvin Furniture USA, 1950s Black lacquered mahogany, with brass stretchers...

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Calvin Furniture

Materials

Brass

Paul McCobb for Calvin Mid Century Walnut and Cane Coffee Table

$3,347

Paul McCobb for Calvin Mid Century Walnut and Cane Coffee Table

By Paul McCobb, Calvin Furniture

Located in Franklin Park, IL

Paul McCobb for Calvin Mid Century Walnut and Cane Coffee Table This coffee table measures: 32 wide x 32 deep x 20.25 inches high Restored - Mint Condition! Ready to Ship. We take...

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Calvin Furniture

Materials

Cane, Walnut

Calvin furniture for sale on 1stDibs.

Calvin furniture are available for sale on 1stDibs. These distinctive items are frequently made of wood and are designed with extraordinary care. There are many options to choose from in our collection of Calvin furniture, although brown editions of this piece are particularly popular. Many of the original furniture by Calvin 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 Brown Saltman, Kipp Stewart, and Glenn of California. Prices for Calvin furniture can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these items begin at $350 and can go as high as $21,500, while a piece like these, on average, fetch $4,495.

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Questions About Calvin Furniture

What is the difference between CK Calvin Klein and Calvin Klein?
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1stDibs ExpertOctober 7, 2024
The difference between CK Calvin Klein and Calvin Klein is that one is a fashion line and the other is a fashion house. Designer Calvin Klein founded Calvin Klein in New York City in 1968. Over the years, the Calvin Klein company has produced numerous lines of clothing and accessories. One such line is CK Calvin Klein, a diffusion line of casual clothing and accessories sold at economical price points. On 1stDibs, explore a range of Calvin Klein pieces.
What is the difference between Calvin Klein and Calvin Klein Collection?
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1stDibs ExpertOctober 7, 2024
The difference between Calvin Klein and Calvin Klein Collection is in what each name describes. Calvin Klein is the name of the overall fashion house founded by designer Calvin Klein in 1968. Until its discontinuation in 2019, the Calvin Klein Collection was the line of luxury clothing and accessories produced by the Calvin Klein company. On 1stDibs, explore a selection of Calvin Klein apparel and accessories.
Why is Calvin Klein so popular?
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1stDibs ExpertFebruary 21, 2024
Calvin Klein is popular for a few reasons. Known for his minimalist, comfortable womenswear as well as a range of sexually provocative ad campaigns that continue to generate conversation decades later, Klein led the designer jeans craze of the late 1970s. The brand’s skirts, jackets, day dresses and shirts, sold at modest prices and frequently created in soft fabrics and understated neutral hues, are still versatile components of everyday wear. Controversial marketing helped broaden the label’s reach, too. During the 1980s, Klein’s jeans were promoted in scandalous ads featuring Brooke Shields and others that were banned by television stations and challenged by politicians. More eye-catching ad campaigns with up-and-coming models and celebrities like Kate Moss and Mark Wahlberg followed in the ‘90s, also bringing fresh attention to the brand. On 1stDibs, shop a range of Calvin Klein apparel and accessories.
Why is Calvin Klein famous?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 26, 2024
Calvin Klein is famous for his work as a fashion designer. He is known for his minimalist, comfortable womenswear. During the 1970s, the American designer helped lead the denim craze, and he became the youngest-ever recipient of the Coty American Fashion Critics' Award in 1973. His jeans continued to dominate the market during the 1980s, a decade that also saw the Calvin Klein brand expand into men's and women's underwear. The brand Klein founded remains one of the best-known American fashion labels today. Shop a range of Calvin Klein apparel and accessories on 1stDibs.
Is Calvin Klein considered designer?
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1stDibs ExpertMarch 25, 2024
Yes, Calvin Klein is considered designer. Generally, a designer brand is any that features pieces produced by a particular fashion designer. Calvin Klein fits the definition, having been founded by designer Calvin Klein in 1968. Following Klein's retirement in 2004, other designers, such as Eric Sedeño and Jessica Lomax, have served as creative directors for Calvin Klein. On 1stDibs, shop a selection of Calvin Klein apparel and accessories.
What is the Calvin Klein brand known for?
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1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
The Calvin Klein brand is known for their sensual ads featuring well-known celebrities as well as for producing simple, understated fashions. Among the brand's most popular offerings are fragrances, men's underwear and jeans for men, women and children. Find a range of Calvin Klein apparel and accessories on 1stDibs.
When did Calvin Klein become popular?
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1stDibs ExpertAugust 8, 2024
Calvin Klein became popular in the 1970s and ’80s. During that decade, the American fashion designer added sportswear, lingerie, blazers and a range of stylish accessories to his lines of apparel. He became the youngest-ever recipient of the Coty American Fashion Critics' Award in 1973, winning again in both of the subsequent two years.

Klein’s debut of his now-revered blue jeans in 1976 was somewhat of a failure — they were too expensive, and buyers complained about the fit. Late one night at Studio 54, the designer heard about the benefits that a licensing deal with apparel manufacturer Puritan Fashions might bring him. Two years later, Klein inked that deal and sold 200,000 pairs of his jeans, which were produced by Puritan, in a week.

A large percentage of Puritan’s sales in 1978 were owed to Klein’s blue jeans. This streak with denim carried on into the 1980s, when Klein competed with the likes of Jordache, Gloria Vanderbilt and other labels. Klein’s jeans were promoted in provocative ads featuring Brooke Shields and others. The decade also saw the debut of successful men's and women's underwear collections designed by Klein that were also the subjects of steamy marketing campaigns. Soon, Calvin Klein expanded to 12,000 American stores and retail locations in six other countries.

Find a selection of Calvin Klein apparel and accessories on 1stDibs.
Is Calvin Klein a good brand?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertMarch 13, 2024
Yes, Calvin Klein is a good brand. Known for minimalist, comfortable womenswear as well as sexually provocative ad campaigns that continue to generate conversation decades later, Klein led the designer jeans craze of the late 1970s. The brand’s skirts, jackets, day dresses and shirts, sold at modest prices and frequently created in soft fabrics and understated neutral hues, are versatile components of everyday wear. Shop a range of Calvin Klein apparel and accessories on 1stDibs.
What is the difference between Calvin Klein and Anne Klein?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertOctober 7, 2024
The difference between Calvin Klein and Anne Klein is that they are two different companies. American designer Calvin Klein founded his eponymous brand in New York City in 1968. That same year in New York, American fashion designer Anne Klein established Anne Klein & Company. Although they share a surname, the two designers are not related, and neither are the brands they created. On 1stDibs, find a collection of Calvin Klein and Anne Klein apparel and accessories.