Directional Furniture

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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Vladimir Kagan for Directional Model 100A Mid Century Swivel Lounge Chair - Pair

$10,395 / set

Vladimir Kagan for Directional Model 100A Mid Century Swivel Lounge Chair - Pair

By Vladimir Kagan, Directional

Located in Franklin Park, IL

Vladimir Kagan for Directional Model 100A Mid Century Swivel Lounge Chairs - Pair Each chair measures: 35 wide x 34 deep x 34.5 high, with a seat height of 18.5 and arm height/chair...

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

Materials

Upholstery

Mid-Century Model E-11 Floor Lamp by Paul McCobb for Directional, USA, c. 1950's

$13,995

Mid-Century Model E-11 Floor Lamp by Paul McCobb for Directional, USA, c. 1950's

By Directional, Paul McCobb

Located in Deland, FL

Introducing a one-of-a-kind, luxury piece of authentic twentieth century furniture - a rare model E-11 floor lamp designed by Paul McCobb for Directional. This architecturally stunn...

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Directional Furniture

Materials

Metal, Brass

Paul McCobb Irwin Collection Mid-Century Modern Walnut Cane Back Armchairs, Pair

$2,995 / set

Paul McCobb Irwin Collection Mid-Century Modern Walnut Cane Back Armchairs, Pair

By Paul McCobb, Directional, Calvin Furniture

Located in South Bend, IN

A gorgeous pair of Mid-Century Modern armchairs or dining captain chairs By Paul McCobb for Directional and produced by Calvin Furniture, "Irwin Collection" USA, 1950s Sculpted wa...

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Directional Furniture

Materials

Upholstery, Cane, Walnut

Milo Baughman Walnut Buffet for Directional

$5,200

Milo Baughman Walnut Buffet for Directional

By Milo Baughman, Directional

Located in Esperance, NY

Available for sale is this excellent mid-century walnut buffet. The top is removable, this stunning piece retains its original label,

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1960s Unknown Mid-Century Modern Vintage Directional Furniture

Materials

Walnut

Mid-Century Modern Burl Wood and Black Lacquered Credenza by Directional

$7,500

Mid-Century Modern Burl Wood and Black Lacquered Credenza by Directional

By Milo Baughman, Directional

Located in North Hollywood, CA

Elevate your interior with this stunning mid-century credenza, attributed to the legendary Milo Baughman and crafted by Directional in the United States during the 1970s. This except...

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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Directional Furniture

Materials

Burl, Lacquer

Milo Baughman - Directional Striped Exotic Mix Wood Dining Table - 2b Refinished

$4,950

Milo Baughman - Directional Striped Exotic Mix Wood Dining Table - 2b Refinished

By Milo Baughman, Directional, Johnson Furniture Company

Located in St. Louis, MO

Classic 1960s Mid-Century Modern Dining table designed by Milo Baughman for Directional and manufactured by Johnson Furniture Company. Know as the 322 Striped Dining Table...

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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Directional Furniture

Materials

Rosewood, Walnut

20th Century American Directional Sofa - Vintage Curved Settee by Vladimir Kagan

$24,500

20th Century American Directional Sofa - Vintage Curved Settee by Vladimir Kagan

By Vladimir Kagan, Directional

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

A half-round, vintage Mid-Century Modern American three seater sofa or settee with four pillows, designed by Vladimir Kagan and produced by Directional in good condition. The seat back rest of the divano is curved with a wide armrest, supported by two round wooden bases. Newly upholstered in a white cotton fabric. Wear consistent with age and use. Circa 1950 - 1970, United States. The sofa belong to the Broadway theatre...

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

Materials

Fabric, Cotton, Upholstery, Wood

Vladimir Kagan Serpentine Cloud Sofa & Pouf in Boucle and Brass, Directional

$24,000

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 Directional Furniture

Materials

Brass

Paul Evans Monumental Three-Slate PE-42 Deep Relief Cabinet, Signed & Dated 1968

$135,000

Paul Evans Monumental Three-Slate PE-42 Deep Relief Cabinet, Signed & Dated 1968

By Paul Evans, Directional

Located in Los Angeles, CA

This exceptional and rare PE-42 'Deep Relief' cabinet by Paul Evans, executed in 1968, represents one of the most sculptural and architecturally significant forms produced by the Pau...

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1960s American Brutalist Vintage Directional Furniture

Materials

Slate, Steel

20th Century, American Nautilus Lounge Chair & Ottoman by Vladimir Kagan

$10,200 / set

20th Century, American Nautilus Lounge Chair & Ottoman by Vladimir Kagan

By Directional, Vladimir Kagan

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

A vintage single Mid-Century Modern American Nautilus lounge chair with a sculptural, half round moon shape ottoman, designed by Vladimir Kagan a...

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

Materials

Fabric, Bouclé, Upholstery, Wood

Pair of Directional Post Modern Swivel Chairs and Ottoman in Ivory Bouclé

$18,600 / set

Pair of Directional Post Modern Swivel Chairs and Ottoman in Ivory Bouclé

By Directional

Located in Saint Louis, MO

Stylish, sculptural and incredibly comfortable pair of tilt and swivel wide seat lounge chairs by Directional. Our shop has carried several Directional and Vladimir Kagan style lounge chairs...

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1980s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Directional Furniture

Materials

Bouclé, Upholstery

Vintage Directional Mid Century Modern Tubular Aluminum Base Swivel Ottoman

$595

Vintage Directional Mid Century Modern Tubular Aluminum Base Swivel Ottoman

By Directional

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Vintage Directional Mid Century Modern Tubular Aluminum Base Swivel Footstool Ottoman. Item features vinyl cushion, aluminum star base, original tag. Circa Late 20th Century. Measure...

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Late 20th Century Mid-Century Modern Directional Furniture

Materials

Aluminum, Chrome

Paul Evans for Directional PE-105/106 MCM Bronze Stalagmite Chairs - Set of 6

$103,995 / set

Paul Evans for Directional PE-105/106 MCM Bronze Stalagmite Chairs - Set of 6

By Directional, Paul Evans

Located in Franklin Park, IL

Paul Evans for Directional PE-105/106 Mid Century Bronze Stalagmite Chairs - Set of 6 Each armless chair measures: 21 wide x 23 deep x 32.5 high, with a seat height of 18 inches Eac...

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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Directional Furniture

Materials

Bronze

Luxurious 1980s Channel Tufted Sofa by Directional

$14,500

Luxurious 1980s Channel Tufted Sofa by Directional

By Directional

Located in Raleigh, NC

Directional channel tufted sofa from the 1980s featuring asymmetric design with curved arm on one end and open chaise extension on the opposite end. Vertical channel tufting runs ac...

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1980s Hollywood Regency Vintage Directional Furniture

Materials

Velvet, Hardwood

Vintage 'Waterfall' Bench by Directional

$6,955

Vintage 'Waterfall' Bench by Directional

By Directional

Located in Dallas, TX

Sculptural and modern 1980's Directional waterfall bench in the style of Milo Baughman or Karl Springer. This on-trend bench exudes elegance and will turn heads. Wonderful scroll sha...

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1980s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Directional Furniture

Materials

Velvet, Wood

Paul McCobb for Directional Mid-Century Modern Sofa with Brass Cross Stretcher

$3,900

Paul McCobb for Directional Mid-Century Modern Sofa with Brass Cross Stretcher

By Directional, Paul McCobb

Located in St. Louis, MO

1950s Mid-Century Modern Paul McCobb for Directional sofa on tapered legs with round brass stretcher from front to back and side to side. Drop arm detail, older floral upholstery ne...

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Directional Furniture

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

Pr. Directional Custom Collection Nightstands c. 1970’s

$2,400 / set

Pr. Directional Custom Collection Nightstands c. 1970’s

By Directional, Milo Baughman

Located in New York, NY

Chic, sophisticated and stylish pair of nightstands made by Directional as part of the Custom Collection series, possibly designed by Milo Baughman, circa 1970’s. The night tables fe...

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Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Directional Furniture

Materials

Metal

Paul McCobb for Directional Mid Century Walnut and Cane Dining Chairs, Set of 6

$6,495 / set

Paul McCobb for Directional Mid Century Walnut and Cane Dining Chairs, Set of 6

By Paul McCobb, Directional

Located in Franklin Park, IL

Paul McCobb for Directional Mid Century walnut and cane dining chairs - set of 6 Each armless chair measures: 16.5 wide x 16.5 deep x 34.5 high, with a seat height of 17.25 inches...

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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Directional Furniture

Materials

Cane, Walnut

Pair of Chairs Designed by Larry Laslo for Directional

$1,500 / set

Pair of Chairs Designed by Larry Laslo for Directional

By Directional, Larry Laslo

Located in Miami, FL

Pair of Chairs Designed by Larry Laslo for Directional, wooden legs have a faux burl wood finish and stainless steel tips. Original fabric is in not perfect condition and has some so...

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1990s American Modern Directional Furniture

Materials

Stainless Steel

Vladimir Kagan for Directional "Marilyn" Chaise Lounge, Circa Early 1990s

$3,895

Vladimir Kagan for Directional "Marilyn" Chaise Lounge, Circa Early 1990s

By Directional, Vladimir Kagan

Located in Peabody, MA

A post modern sculptural chaise longue by Vladimir Kagan for Directional, the "Marilyn", circa early 1990s. Needs to be recovered; ready for you to add your personal touch.

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1990s American Post-Modern Directional Furniture

Materials

Upholstery

Paul Evans CityScape Sideboard for Directional Brass Tiles & Burl Wood Doors

$25,000

Paul Evans CityScape Sideboard for Directional Brass Tiles & Burl Wood Doors

By Directional, Paul Evans

Located in St. Louis, MO

Rare 1970s Paul Evans Cityscape sideboard with waterfall ends for Directional with brass tiles and book matched Burl wood doors. Interior laminated in black...

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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Directional Furniture

Materials

Brass

Larry Laslo for Directional Zebra Pattern Wood Frame Lounge Club Chairs, a Pair

$846Sale Price / set|75% Off

Larry Laslo for Directional Zebra Pattern Wood Frame Lounge Club Chairs, a Pair

By Directional, Larry Laslo

Located in Jensen Beach, FL

Stunning pair of armchairs, upholstered in a lux woven zebra pattern upholstery.

Category

Late 20th Century Directional Furniture

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

Milo Baughman for Directional Campaign Wardrobe

$3,000

Milo Baughman for Directional Campaign Wardrobe

By Directional, Milo Baughman

Located in Brooklyn, NY

This tall two piece wardrobe has all the right names attached! Designed by Milo Baughman for Directional's Custom Collection, and sold by Baker Furniture. Rich cocoa brown wood grain...

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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Directional Furniture

Materials

Walnut

Serpentine Sofa by Vladimir Kagan for Directional, United States, 1980s

$25,250

Serpentine Sofa by Vladimir Kagan for Directional, United States, 1980s

By Vladimir Kagan, Directional

Located in Antwerp, BE

A masterpiece of mid-century modern design, the Vladimir Kagan Serpentine Sofa embodies the fluid elegance that defines his work. Its sweeping, organic silhouette invites both comfor...

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1980s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Directional Furniture

Materials

Velvet

Milo Baughman for Directional Dining Table in Walnut, Rosewood, Ash w/ 2 Leaves

$4,500

Milo Baughman for Directional Dining Table in Walnut, Rosewood, Ash w/ 2 Leaves

By Milo Baughman, Directional, Johnson Furniture Company

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Made in the Unites States in the 1960s, this piece was manufactured by Johnson Furniture Co. and sold by Directional, who consistently sold smash hits from the likes of Paul Evans an...

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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Directional Furniture

Materials

Hardwood, Ash, Rosewood, Walnut

Midcentury Dining Table by Paul Evans for Directional

$15,000

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 chrom...

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1960s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Directional Furniture

Materials

Chrome

Pair of Hot Pink Vladimir Kagan Sculptural Hurricane Lounge/Club Chairs

$15,950 / set

Pair of Hot Pink Vladimir Kagan Sculptural Hurricane Lounge/Club Chairs

By Vladimir Kagan, Directional

Located in Dallas, TX

Stunning pair of "Hurricane" chairs designed by Vladimir Kagan and manufactured by Directional Inc. Very comfortable, sculptural form of rarely seen Ka...

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1990s American Mid-Century Modern Directional Furniture

Materials

Upholstery

Set of 6 Modern Parson Dining Chairs for Directional, puffy off-white

$2,600 / set

Set of 6 Modern Parson Dining Chairs for Directional, puffy off-white

By Directional

Located in Chicago, IL

Set of 6 Modern Parson Dining Chairs made by Directional. Off-white in color Fully upholstered 4 arm-less chairs and 2 with arms. Armchairs: 22"w x 23"d x 37"h Regular chairs: 20"w x 23"d x 37"h Vladimir Kagan designed a number of pieces for the furniture company Directional, although we couldn't find more information if he designed these or not. These could very well be a set of one-off chairs. Manufacturer labels attached to the bottom "Directional Custom...

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1970s Minimalist Vintage Directional Furniture

Materials

Upholstery

Pair of Vladimir Kagan Hurricane Lounge Chairs in New Chocolate Brown Bouclé

$18,800 / set

Pair of Vladimir Kagan Hurricane Lounge Chairs in New Chocolate Brown Bouclé

By Directional, Vladimir Kagan

Located in Saint Louis, MO

A pair of sculptural icons from the master of movement himself, these rare Vladimir Kagan Hurricane Lounge Chairs, c. 1996, embody the sensual, biomorphic language that made Kagan on...

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1990s American Post-Modern Directional Furniture

Materials

Bouclé, Upholstery, Wood

Paul McCobb for Calvin Walnut Dining Chairs with Caned Backs Directional , S/6

$5,400 / set

Paul McCobb for Calvin Walnut Dining Chairs with Caned Backs Directional , S/6

By Paul McCobb, Directional

Located in Grand Rapids, MI

USA, 1950s Set of Paul McCobb for Calvin Walnut Dining Chairs with Caned Backs. Set includes two armchairs and four side chairs, all with their original fabric seats in a dimensional...

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Directional Furniture

Materials

Brass

Paul Evans Brutalist Cocktail Table in Patinated Steel and Bronze, c. 1970

$5,600Sale Price|22% Off

Paul Evans Brutalist Cocktail Table in Patinated Steel and Bronze, c. 1970

By Directional, Paul Evans

Located in Los Angeles, CA

This exceptional Brutalist coffee table by Paul Evans, created as part of his celebrated Sculptured Metal Collection for Directional, exemplifies the raw artistry and architectural p...

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1970s American Brutalist Vintage Directional Furniture

Materials

Bronze, Steel

Vladimir Kagan, Directional, Mid-Century Modern, Serpentine Cloud Sofa, Velvet

$14,000

Vladimir Kagan, Directional, Mid-Century Modern, Serpentine Cloud Sofa, Velvet

By Directional, Vladimir Kagan

Located in Stamford, CT

Vladimir Kagan, Directional, Mid-Century Modern, Curved Cloud Sofa, Beige Velvet, Lucite, USA, 1980s The Cloud Sofa, designed by Vladimir Kagan and produced by Directional in the 19...

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1980s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Directional Furniture

Materials

Velvet, Lucite

Early Paul Evans Sculpted Bronze Throne Chair, Signed and Dated, 1969

$48,000

Early Paul Evans Sculpted Bronze Throne Chair, Signed and Dated, 1969

By Paul Evans, Directional

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 well as sharing a showroom with Phillip Lloyd Powell until 1964 when Evans met the owner of Directional Furniture and created a line of 6 coffee tables to go into the Directional High Point, NC booth for the spring Market. As the story has been recounted by Dorsey Reading, the tables never even made it to the showroom floor. Evans soon found out the tables never even had the opportunity to be sold; obviously disappointed, owner of Directional, BG agreed to put the tables out on the showroom floor in New York City to placate Paul Evans. What happened can probably best be compared today with "going viral." The coffee tables started flying off the floor, and the orders came rolling in. This fervor led to Evans creating eventually over 800 designs with Directional-- with the very first series being the "Sculptured Metal" Collection which was publicized in 1968. This piece specifically is a throne chair that also swivels. Upholstered in black leather, this throne chair is a wonderful example of Paul Evans Sculpted bronze technique, which involves hand sculpting using an epoxy resin and coating in an atomized cold cast bronze. This piece is signed and dated "PE 69" making it an early example of his goopy cast bronze series and line of furniture for Directional. It's extremely important to note: Directional Furniture showrooms in New York City and Chicago were private to-the-trade only showrooms, so only interior designers and their clients were able to custom order these pieces through the showroom. There was never any "inventory" of furniture. Each and every piece was a custom, hand crafted work of art, created to order. No two of any piece were ever alike. Evans eventually went on to employ a team of nearly 90 people, working two shifts-- helping to hand-craft his designs. This could easily explain why not every piece is hand signed, therefore making an early, had-signed pieces like this even more desirable for a collector. This piece has a wonderful patina, with vibrant colors and while still brutalist in nature, it's a bit more subdued and could effortlessly be blended into any contemporary environment. We currently have this piece in the gallery paired with a Vladimir Kagan serpentine cloud sofa, and a Karl Springer goatskin...

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1960s American Brutalist Vintage Directional Furniture

Materials

Bronze

Vladimir Kagan "Classic Club Chair" Channel Back Swivel Chairs, 1990s

$15,850 / set

Vladimir Kagan "Classic Club Chair" Channel Back Swivel Chairs, 1990s

By Vladimir Kagan, Directional

Located in Dallas, TX

Matching pair of stylish and very comfortable lounge chairs by Vladimir Kagan design for Directional Inc., 1990s. Each professionally custom upholstered swivel chair, barrel back sty...

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1990s American Mid-Century Modern Directional Furniture

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

1970s Signed Paul Evans for Directional Cityscape Chrome Cube Side Table

$3,850

1970s Signed Paul Evans for Directional Cityscape Chrome Cube Side Table

By Directional, Paul Evans

Located in Farmington Hills, MI

We are very pleased to offer a striking example of Paul Evans’ iconic Cityscape collection for Directional, this chrome-plated steel cube table embodies the bold, architectural elega...

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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Directional Furniture

Materials

Chrome

Paul Evans Patchwork Credenza Copper Bronze Pewter and Slate Cabinet with Mirror

$45,000 / set

Paul Evans Patchwork Credenza Copper Bronze Pewter and Slate Cabinet with Mirror

By Directional, Paul Evans

Located in Troy, MI

Matched credenza and mirror by Paul Evans "Sculptured Metal" collection circa 1968 Model PE-38 two door cabinet on a recessed base Copper brass and pewter patchwork exterior with o...

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1960s American Brutalist Vintage Directional Furniture

Materials

Slate, Brass, Copper, Pewter, Steel

Highboy Chest of Drawers by Directional Custom Collection c. 1970’s

$2,800

Highboy Chest of Drawers by Directional Custom Collection c. 1970’s

By Directional, Milo Baughman

Located in New York, NY

Exceptional chest of drawers by Directional as part of the classic Custom Collection series, circa 1970’s. The highboy chest features six drawers, housed in the tall case, which is m...

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

Materials

Metal

Milo Baughman Designed Sideboard for Directional

$1,800

Milo Baughman Designed Sideboard for Directional

By Milo Baughman, Directional

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Mid-century modern sideboard with bi-fold doors, matte black base, and matching black exposed hinges. Designed for Directional by Milo Baughman, and manufactured by Johnson Furniture...

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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Directional Furniture

Materials

Walnut

1970s Directional Pair of Swivel Lounge Chairs in Ivory Velvet

$14,500 / set

1970s Directional Pair of Swivel Lounge Chairs in Ivory Velvet

By Directional

Located in New York, NY

1970s Directional pair of ivory velvet swivel lounge chairs with slightly curved backs and seats which tilt back and forth and swivel on upholstered round base. These chic swivel lou...

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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Directional Furniture

Materials

Velvet, Wood

Paul McCobb for Directional model 1323 Loose Cushion 1956

$9,800 / set

Paul McCobb for Directional model 1323 Loose Cushion 1956

By Paul McCobb, Directional

Located in Chicago, IL

Paul McCobb for Directional Model 1323 Loose-Cushion Lounge Chair, 1956 A classic mid-century lounge chair designed by Paul McCobb for Directional in 1956. The sculptural walnut bas...

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Directional Furniture

Materials

Upholstery, Walnut

Paul Evans Sculpted Bronze PE 128 "Stalagmite" Coffee Table 1971 (Signed)

$15,600

Paul Evans Sculpted Bronze PE 128 "Stalagmite" Coffee Table 1971 (Signed)

By Directional, Paul Evans

Located in New York, NY

The work of Paul Evans is characterized by its seamless joining of art with functionality, the designers craftsmanship and his bold aesthetic. No where is this more evident than in t...

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1970s North American Brutalist Vintage Directional Furniture

Materials

Bronze, Sheet Metal

Larry Laslo for Directional Down Sofa, Pair Available

$12,000 / item

Larry Laslo for Directional Down Sofa, Pair Available

By Directional, Larry Laslo

Located in New York, NY

Modernist sofa designed by Larry Laslo for Directional featuring new Italian Ivory Boucle fabric. Back and seat feature cushions which are ...

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20th Century American Modern Directional Furniture

Materials

Upholstery, Wood, Down

Mid Century Sideboard Credenza by Milo Baughman for Directional. Circa 1960s

$2,350

Mid Century Sideboard Credenza by Milo Baughman for Directional. Circa 1960s

By Milo Baughman, Directional

Located in Miami, FL

Mid Century Sideboard Credenza by Milo Baughman for Directional. Circa 1960s Features a sleek Mid Century Modern Design with a beautiful walnut woodgrain, two trifold doors with flat...

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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Directional Furniture

Materials

Walnut

Pair of Vladimir Kagan Nautilus Swivel Lounge Chairs and Ottoman in Ivory Bouclé

$12,000 / set

Pair of Vladimir Kagan Nautilus Swivel Lounge Chairs and Ottoman in Ivory Bouclé

By Vladimir Kagan, Directional

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 Boucle. Corkscrew shape with sloped back and scrolled arm. The Nautilus chairs swivel making them a good choice for open floor plans - you may align your sight with any person or object in the room simply with a gentle swivel. Matching contoured Ottoman is on casters and seamlessly rolls into place like a puzzle piece inviting you to relax and put your feet up with a good book or a glass of your favorite vino. Fabric is highly durable; it's texture provides for ventilation to keep warm in winter and cool in summer. Want to see more beautiful things? Scroll down below and click "View All From Seller" or favorite our shop to get your 1stDibs on our new inventory. Nautilus Swivel Chairs: 36” W x 33” D x 29” H (Seat Height 17”) Ottoman: 33” W x 21” D x 17” H Photographed along with and also currently available in our shop: Post Modern Karl Springer Style ottoman...

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Late 20th Century American Modern Directional Furniture

Materials

Bouclé

Vladimir Kagan Vintage Mid Century Modern 3 Piece Cloud Serpentine Sectional

$10,595 / set

Vladimir Kagan Vintage Mid Century Modern 3 Piece Cloud Serpentine Sectional

By Directional, Vladimir Kagan

Located in Denville, NJ

Vladimir Kagan was one of the most influential American furniture designers of the twentieth century, known for sculptural, sensuous forms that broke decisively from the rectilinear ...

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1970s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Directional Furniture

Materials

Fabric

Directional Milo Baughman Swivel Beige Leather Club Lounge Arm Chairs - a Pair

$2,200 / set

Directional Milo Baughman Swivel Beige Leather Club Lounge Arm Chairs - a Pair

By Directional

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Milo Baughman for Directional Swivel Beige Leather Club Lounge Arm Chairs - a Pair. Item features large swivel and return frames, beige high quality leather upholstery, original labe...

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Late 20th Century Unknown Mid-Century Modern Directional Furniture

Materials

Leather

Paul McCobb for Directional #1322 Upholstered Black Rim Lounge Chair

$2,200

Paul McCobb for Directional #1322 Upholstered Black Rim Lounge Chair

By Directional, Paul McCobb

Located in Bainbridge, NY

Paul McCobb for Directional Furniture 1322 lounge chair, loose seat cushion. Circa 1950s. Featuring a Black ebonized Walnut frame, tapered legs and comfortable curved and cushioned b...

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Directional Furniture

Materials

Fabric, Walnut

Pair of Paul Mccobb Calvin Group Mahogany and Brass Nightstands for Directional

$3,900 / set

Pair of Paul Mccobb Calvin Group Mahogany and Brass Nightstands for Directional

By Paul McCobb, Directional

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Paul Mccobb Calvin Group Model 1047 two-tier nightstands/side tables for Directional (ca. 1954, USA). Composed of a stained mahogany frame with extendable lower shelf with nickel pul...

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Directional Furniture

Materials

Brass, Nickel

Paul Evans Cityscape Dining Table Base, Burl & Brass, 1975

$19,500

Paul Evans Cityscape Dining Table Base, Burl & Brass, 1975

By Directional, Paul Evans

Located in Hanover, MA

Paul Evans Cityscape dining table base with burl veneer and brass plated stainless steel tiles. Base alone dimensions 28.5 x 49 x 19 Glass shown in photos for scale 72" x 40" Beautif...

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1970s American Brutalist Vintage Directional Furniture

Materials

Brass

Hanging Two Drawer Cabinet by Milo Baughman for Directional

$2,500

Hanging Two Drawer Cabinet by Milo Baughman for Directional

By Directional, Milo Baughman

Located in Oakland, CA

Hanging cabinet attributed to Milo Baughman for Directional furniture, Crafted out of Philippine Mahogany with a dark rosewood finish. The cabinet has two drawers with brass pulls an...

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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Directional Furniture

Materials

Brass

Paul Evans Brutalist Patchwork of Metals Slate Top Coffee Table c. 1970s

$6,400

Paul Evans Brutalist Patchwork of Metals Slate Top Coffee Table c. 1970s

By Paul Evans, Directional

Located in Saint Louis, MO

Silver golden and copper hues glow throughout this Paul Evans coffee table in a patchwork of hammered metals. Artful celebration of metals represented in brass iron steel and bronze ...

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1970s American Brutalist Vintage Directional Furniture

Materials

Metal

Paul Evans, "Cityscape" Dining Table, Mirror, Wood, Directional, USA, c. 1970

$12,000

Paul Evans, "Cityscape" Dining Table, Mirror, Wood, Directional, USA, c. 1970

By Directional, Paul Evans

Located in High Point, NC

A wood and mirror "Cityscape" dining table designed by Paul Evans and produced by Directional, circa 1970.

Category

1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Directional Furniture

Materials

Mirror, Wood

SOLD 03/24/26 Paul Evans for Directional PE-102 Stalagmite Bronze Dining Table

$22,995

SOLD 03/24/26 Paul Evans for Directional PE-102 Stalagmite Bronze Dining Table

By Directional, Paul Evans

Located in Franklin Park, IL

Paul Evans for Directional PE-102 Mid Century Stalagmite Bronze Dining Table This dining table measures: 90 wide x 47.75 deep x 28.75 inches high, with a chair clearance of 28 inche...

Category

1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Directional Furniture

Materials

Bronze

Paul Evans for Directional Mid Century Patchwork Burlwood T Bar Console Table

$7,195

Paul Evans for Directional Mid Century Patchwork Burlwood T Bar Console Table

By Directional, Paul Evans

Located in Franklin Park, IL

Paul Evans for Directional Mid Century Patchwork Burlwood T Bar Console Table This T bar console table measures: 60.5 wide x 20 deep x 32 inches high Restored - Mint Condition! Rea...

Category

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

Materials

Burl

Directional Custom Collection Eight Drawer Dresser

$3,520Sale Price|20% Off

Directional Custom Collection Eight Drawer Dresser

By Directional, Milo Baughman

Located in New York, NY

Exceptional large double dresser by Directional, as part of the classic Custom Collection series, circa 1970’s. This impressive dresser features two banks of four drawers, having lux...

Category

Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Directional Furniture

Materials

Metal

Curved Serpentine Sofa by Directional Furniture

$12,500

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 Directional Furniture

Materials

Fabric

Paul Evans Open Back Cityscape Console Bar Cabinet In Burlwood And Chrome

$19,500

Paul Evans Open Back Cityscape Console Bar Cabinet In Burlwood And Chrome

By Directional, Paul Evans

Located in Southampton, NJ

A stunning and exceptionally rare console bar cabinet in Olive Burlwood and patchwork chromed steel designed by Paul Evans for Directional. This console features an open back with ad...

Category

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

Materials

Chrome

Nautilus Chairs by Vladimir Kagan for Directional

$6,700 / set

Nautilus Chairs by Vladimir Kagan for Directional

By Vladimir Kagan, Directional

Located in Chicago, IL

c. 1980s. Price is for the set. Contact us if you’d like to purchase a single item. Reupholstered in Jiun Ho velvet. Tagged Directional. Original example designed by Vladimir Kagan...

Category

1980s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Directional Furniture

Materials

Velvet

Vladimir Kagan Post Modern Scallop Chaise Lounge in Soft Ivory White Bouclé

$12,800 / item

Vladimir Kagan Post Modern Scallop Chaise Lounge in Soft Ivory White Bouclé

By Directional, Vladimir Kagan

Located in Saint Louis, MO

All enveloping luxurious comfort best describes this sexy Post Modern Chaise Lounge designed by 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 scallop 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. Take an afternoon nap. Cozy up with a good book and a glass of wine, phone a friend and catch up or work on your laptop. Activities will be enjoyed all the more reclined atop this Vladimir Kagan Scallop Chaise Lounge...

Category

1980s American Post-Modern Vintage Directional Furniture

Materials

Bouclé, Upholstery

Paul McCobb x Directional Walnut Chest of Drawers

$3,250

Paul McCobb x Directional Walnut Chest of Drawers

By Paul McCobb, Directional

Located in Astoria, NY

Paul McCobb for Directional Walnut Chest of Drawers, the four drawers with brass pulls, "Directional" plaque to interior top drawer. 26" H x 32" W x 18" D. Provenance: From a West ...

Category

20th Century American Modern Directional Furniture

Materials

Walnut

Directional furniture for sale on 1stDibs.

Directional 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 Directional furniture, although beige editions of this piece are particularly popular. Many of the original furniture by Directional were created in the modern style in united states during the 20th century. If you’re looking for additional options, many customers also consider furniture by Thayer Coggin, Harvey Probber, and Jens Risom. Prices for Directional furniture can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these items begin at $5,800 and can go as high as $47,800, while a piece like these, on average, fetch $17,300.

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Questions About Directional Furniture

Which direction do you wear a pear shaped ring?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
While a pear-shaped ring can be worn either way, most commonly it is worn with the tip of the diamond facing upwards to look like a falling teardrop when the hand is raised. This also helps create the impression of longer fingers.