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

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

By Paul Evans, Directional

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

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Brass

Curved Serpentine Sofa by Directional Furniture
Curved Serpentine Sofa by Directional Furniture

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...

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1990s Post-Modern Directional Furniture

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Fabric

Pair Mid-Century Modern Jack Larsen Style Directional Sedgefield Swivel Chairs
Pair Mid-Century Modern Jack Larsen Style Directional Sedgefield Swivel Chairs

Pair Mid-Century Modern Jack Larsen Style Directional Sedgefield Swivel Chairs

By Directional, Sedgefield

Located in Wayne, NJ

Mid-Century Modern Pair of Eye-catching 360 Swivel Lounge Chairs By Directional Design for Sedgefield with a Paisley Jack Lenor Larsen Style Fabric .

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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Directional Furniture

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Upholstery

Paul McCobb 312 Armchair for Directional
Paul McCobb 312 Armchair for Directional

Paul McCobb 312 Armchair for Directional

By Directional, Paul McCobb

Located in San Diego, CA

Perfect slipper chair by Paul McCobb 312 Armchair for Directional in Maharam Mode: Saltwater.  We have reupholstered in fresh, new fabric and foam. Great chair with clean understated...

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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Directional Furniture

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Upholstery

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

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

Milo Baughman for Directional Walnut Nine-Drawer Dresser, Newly Refinished
Milo Baughman for Directional Walnut Nine-Drawer Dresser, Newly Refinished

Milo Baughman for Directional Walnut Nine-Drawer Dresser, Newly Refinished

By Directional, Milo Baughman

Located in South Bend, IN

An exceptional Mid-Century Modern nine-drawer dresser or credenza By Milo Baughman for Directional USA, 1960s Gorgeous book-matched walnut, with ebonized base, legs, and drawer pu...

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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Directional Furniture

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Walnut

Larry Laslo Designed Chairs for Directional
Larry Laslo Designed Chairs for Directional

Larry Laslo Designed Chairs for Directional

By Directional, Larry Laslo

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Modern style arm chair by Larry Laslo for Directional. Great design with crescent shaped body and low profile back. Please confirm location NY or NJ

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20th Century Mid-Century Modern Directional Furniture

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Fabric

Pair Paul Evans Cityscape Night Stands, Burl and Brass with Drawers,  Signed
Pair Paul Evans Cityscape Night Stands, Burl and Brass with Drawers,  Signed

Pair Paul Evans Cityscape Night Stands, Burl and Brass with Drawers, Signed

By Directional, Paul Evans

Located in Kansas City, MO

Rare and fine pair of burl and brass Cityscape night stands / nightstands designed by Paul Evans for Directional, 1970s. Both have two drawers that function perfectly. Clusters of li...

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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Directional Furniture

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Brass

Directional Waterfall Ottoman Set, Auburn Velvet, Art Deco, USA, 1980s
Directional Waterfall Ottoman Set, Auburn Velvet, Art Deco, USA, 1980s

Directional Waterfall Ottoman Set, Auburn Velvet, Art Deco, USA, 1980s

By Directional

Located in Southampton, NJ

A pair of waterfall ottomans by Directional 1980's production fully restored in plush Auburn brown velvet.

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1980s American Art Deco Vintage Directional Furniture

Materials

Velvet, Wood

Curvy Vladimir Kagan Serpentine Sofa with Lucite Base
Curvy Vladimir Kagan Serpentine Sofa with Lucite Base

Curvy Vladimir Kagan Serpentine Sofa with Lucite Base

By Directional, Vladimir Kagan

Located in Bensalem, PA

Original Vladimir Kagan serpentine sofa with original Directional tags please feel free to reach out with any questions

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1980s American Vintage Directional Furniture

Materials

Upholstery

Paul Evans for Directional  Brutalist Glass and Resin Coffee Table signed PE70
Paul Evans for Directional  Brutalist Glass and Resin Coffee Table signed PE70

Paul Evans for Directional Brutalist Glass and Resin Coffee Table signed PE70

By Paul Evans, Directional

Located in New York, NY

Exceptional Brutalist coffee table designed by Paul Evans for Directional, signed PE 70 ( model 132 ). The table features a zig zag form base constructed of tinted sculpted resin ov...

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1970s American Brutalist Vintage Directional Furniture

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Glass, Epoxy Resin

1970s Directional Pair of Swivel Lounge Chairs in Ivory Velvet
1970s Directional Pair of Swivel Lounge Chairs in Ivory Velvet

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

Midcentury Paul Evans Brutalist Sideboard for Directional
Midcentury Paul Evans Brutalist Sideboard for Directional

Midcentury Paul Evans Brutalist Sideboard for Directional

By Paul Evans, Directional

Located in Brooklyn, NY

An iconic vintage modern design by Paul Evans with an elaborate chrome patchwork design. This stylish case piece boasts a spacious black interior hidden behind four cabinet doors. A ...

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1970s North American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Directional Furniture

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Chrome

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

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

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Bronze

Paul McCobb for Directional Black Lacquered Flip Top Server Bar Cart, Refinished
Paul McCobb for Directional Black Lacquered Flip Top Server Bar Cart, Refinished

Paul McCobb for Directional Black Lacquered Flip Top Server Bar Cart, Refinished

By Calvin Furniture, Directional, Paul McCobb

Located in South Bend, IN

An exceptional Mid-Century Modern flip top extension rolling bar cart server By Paul McCobb for Directional and produced by Calvin Furniture, "Calvin Group" USA, 1950s Black lacqu...

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Directional Furniture

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Brass

Vladimir Kagan for Directional Mid Century Cloud Suede Sculpted Sofa
Vladimir Kagan for Directional Mid Century Cloud Suede Sculpted Sofa

Vladimir Kagan for Directional Mid Century Cloud Suede Sculpted Sofa

By Vladimir Kagan, Directional

Located in Franklin Park, IL

Vladimir Kagan for Directional Mid Century Cloud Suede Sculpted Sofa This sofa measures: 96 wide x 40 deep x 30.25 inches high, with a seat height of 17 inches Good Vintage Conditi...

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

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Suede

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

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

By Directional, Vladimir Kagan

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

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Upholstery

2 Piece Directional Sofa Designed by Paul Mccobb
2 Piece Directional Sofa Designed by Paul Mccobb

2 Piece Directional Sofa Designed by Paul Mccobb

By Paul McCobb, Directional, Milo Baughman

Located in Bensalem, PA

Two piece directional sofa designed by Paul Mccobb smaller section is 62 inches feel free to reach out with any questions

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Directional Furniture

Materials

Brass

Mid-Century Modern Sculptural Lounge Chair by Vladimir Kagan for Directional
Mid-Century Modern Sculptural Lounge Chair by Vladimir Kagan for Directional

Mid-Century Modern Sculptural Lounge Chair by Vladimir Kagan for Directional

By Directional, Vladimir Kagan

Located in Philadelphia, PA

A stunning dramatic form lounge chair designed by Vladimir Kagan and produced by Directional in the 1980's. Its retains the original upholstery which needs to be recovered. Padding a...

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1980s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Directional Furniture

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Fabric

Magnificent Directional Biscuit Tufted Party Sofa Midcentury
Magnificent Directional Biscuit Tufted Party Sofa Midcentury

Magnificent Directional Biscuit Tufted Party Sofa Midcentury

By Milo Baughman, Directional

Located in Pemberton, NJ

Magnificent Milo Baughman style Directional biscuit tufted party sofa. This sofa was re-upholstered about 15 years ago and would be best-redone again-few pulls to the front of the ar...

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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Directional Furniture

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Upholstery

Paul Evans for Directional Modern Parsons Upholstered Side Chairs or Dining Chai
Paul Evans for Directional Modern Parsons Upholstered Side Chairs or Dining Chai

Paul Evans for Directional Modern Parsons Upholstered Side Chairs or Dining Chai

By Paul Evans, Directional

Located in South Bend, IN

A gorgeous pair of Modern or Postmodern Parsons blue upholstered dining chairs By Paul Evans for Directional USA, Circa 1970s Measures: 19.5"W x 27"D x 40"H. Seat height: 20". Ve...

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1970s American Modern Vintage Directional Furniture

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Upholstery, Wood

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

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

By Directional, Paul McCobb

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

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Brass, Nickel

Directional Dining Table designed by Milo Baughman
Directional Dining Table designed by Milo Baughman

Directional Dining Table designed by Milo Baughman

By Directional, Milo Baughman

Located in Fraser, MI

Please feel free to reach out for efficient shipping to your location. Directional Dining Table designed by Milo Baughman. The table measures 72" by 39" by 29.5" tall with two leave...

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1960s Vintage Directional Furniture

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Rosewood, Teak, Walnut

Vladimir Kagan serpentine sofa in velvet for Directional USA 1999
Vladimir Kagan serpentine sofa in velvet for Directional USA 1999

Vladimir Kagan serpentine sofa in velvet for Directional USA 1999

By Directional, Vladimir Kagan

Located in ABCOUDE, UT

Vladimir Kagan serpentine sofa in velvet for Directional USA 1999 Incredible sculptural lounge sofa, designed by renowned designer Vladimir Kagan and produced by Directional in the U...

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1990s Directional Furniture

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Chrome

Paul McCobb Irwin Collection Mahogany Chest of Drawers, Newly Refinished
Paul McCobb Irwin Collection Mahogany Chest of Drawers, Newly Refinished

Paul McCobb Irwin Collection Mahogany Chest of Drawers, Newly Refinished

By Directional, Calvin Furniture, Paul McCobb

Located in South Bend, IN

An outstanding Mid-Century Modern dresser or chest of drawers By Paul McCobb for Directional and produced by Calvin Furniture, "Irwin Collection" USA, 1950s Mahogany, with brass l...

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Directional Furniture

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Brass

Vladimir Kagan “Cloud” Sofa Reupholstered in 100% Alpaca
Vladimir Kagan “Cloud” Sofa Reupholstered in 100% Alpaca

Vladimir Kagan “Cloud” Sofa Reupholstered in 100% Alpaca

By Directional, Vladimir Kagan

Located in Chicago, IL

c. 1980s in excellent, restored condition

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1980s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Directional Furniture

Materials

Alpaca

Brass and marble coffee table, by Paul McCobb, USA circa 1955 / 1960
Brass and marble coffee table, by Paul McCobb, USA circa 1955 / 1960

Brass and marble coffee table, by Paul McCobb, USA circa 1955 / 1960

By Paul McCobb, Directional

Located in Paris, FR

Large coffee table by American designer Paul McCobb, Directional edition. Structure in square brass tubes. Top in white Carrara marble. The four legs are fitted with small adjustable...

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Directional Furniture

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Carrara Marble, Brass

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

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

Paul McCobb Irwin Collection Mahogany and Brass Round Dining Table or Game Table
Paul McCobb Irwin Collection Mahogany and Brass Round Dining Table or Game Table

Paul McCobb Irwin Collection Mahogany and Brass Round Dining Table or Game Table

By Directional, Paul McCobb

Located in South Bend, IN

An exceptional Mid-Century Modern round dining, table, game table, or center table By Paul McCobb for Directional and produced by Calvin Furniture, "Irwin Collection" USA, 1950...

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Directional Furniture

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Brass

Paul McCobb Irwin Collection Brass and Leather Credenza by Calvin
Paul McCobb Irwin Collection Brass and Leather Credenza by Calvin

Paul McCobb Irwin Collection Brass and Leather Credenza by Calvin

By Directional, Calvin Furniture, Paul McCobb

Located in Miami, FL

All original Paul McCobb mahogany cabinet or sideboard from The Calvin Group (earlier Irwin Collection) by Calvin Furniture, which is part of the work the designer created for Directional (model 1066). The mid-century modern credenza features: three drawers with brass knobs; two sliding leather doors with brass pulls and brass edges; interior fitted with two shelves, each adjustable to four different positions; brass X stretchers; label. 100% original finish and condition. The perfect vintage piece to use as a bar cabinet, a media console or a server buffet. Part of a one owner collection of McCobb furniture exclusively presented by Select Modern; a truly rare time capsule find! There are more pieces from this collection available in our storefront. A copy of the original 1956 purchase receipt for all the pieces from this collection is available. Works well in many different decors, from eclectic modern...

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Directional Furniture

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Brass

Pair of Light Gray Milo Baughman Lounge or Arm Chairs for Directional USA
Pair of Light Gray Milo Baughman Lounge or Arm Chairs for Directional USA

Pair of Light Gray Milo Baughman Lounge or Arm Chairs for Directional USA

By Milo Baughman, Directional

Located in Berlin, DE

Pair of Milo Baughman lounge or arm chairs for Directional 1950s, USA They are out of the Country Villa Collection. Walnut Frame. The chairs are fully restored.

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Directional Furniture

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

Paul McCobb Lounge Chair in Original Turquoise Upholstery and Walnut
Paul McCobb Lounge Chair in Original Turquoise Upholstery and Walnut

Paul McCobb Lounge Chair in Original Turquoise Upholstery and Walnut

By Directional, Paul McCobb

Located in Waalwijk, NL

Paul McCobb for Directional Designs, lounge chair, model 1322, walnut, fabric, 1950s. A design Paul McCobb model 1322 dating back to the 1950s. The quintessential design features o...

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Directional Furniture

Materials

Fabric, Walnut

Pair of Milo Baughman Style Lounge Chairs
Pair of Milo Baughman Style Lounge Chairs

Pair of Milo Baughman Style Lounge Chairs

By Directional, Milo Baughman

Located in Chicago, IL

Pair of Milo Baughman Style Lounge Chairs, Reupholstered in Alpaca. Made in Italy Dimensions: 29" high 25" wide 27.50" deep 18.50" set height

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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Directional Furniture

Materials

Alpaca

Vintage Paul Evans "Cityscape" Chrome and Glass Coffee Table
Vintage Paul Evans "Cityscape" Chrome and Glass Coffee Table

Vintage Paul Evans "Cityscape" Chrome and Glass Coffee Table

By Directional, Paul Evans

Located in Salt Lake City, UT

Vintage Cityscape coffee table with original glass by Paul Evans for Directional. The coffee table is in good vintage condition, regular scuffs and scratches on the chrome and glass....

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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Directional Furniture

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Chrome

Paul McCobb Irwin Collection Walnut Gentleman's Chest, Newly Refinished
Paul McCobb Irwin Collection Walnut Gentleman's Chest, Newly Refinished

Paul McCobb Irwin Collection Walnut Gentleman's Chest, Newly Refinished

By Directional, Paul McCobb, Calvin Furniture

Located in South Bend, IN

An exceptional Mid-Century Modern gentleman's chest of drawers By Paul McCobb for Directional and produced by Calvin Furniture, "Irwin Collection" USA, 1950s Gorgeous book-matched...

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Directional Furniture

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Brass

72" Paul McCobb Brass and Vitrolite Console Table, Mid-Century Modern
72" Paul McCobb Brass and Vitrolite Console Table, Mid-Century Modern

72" Paul McCobb Brass and Vitrolite Console Table, Mid-Century Modern

By Directional, Paul McCobb

Located in Round Top, TX

Iconic Paul McCobb brass and Vitrolite console table. Perfect age and oxidation to brass in the coveted longer six foot length. A rare example of Mr. McCobb's elegant, streamlined,...

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

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Brass

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

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

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Velvet

Paul McCobb Dining Chairs for Directional Set of Six
Paul McCobb Dining Chairs for Directional Set of Six

Paul McCobb Dining Chairs for Directional Set of Six

By Paul McCobb, Directional

Located in Chicago, IL

Paul McCobb Dining Chairs for Directional Set of Six, Four model-1080 Armless and Two model-1082 Arm Chairs, Solid Mahogany wood with Bow-Tie Backs, upholstered seats. Table and Cabi...

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1950s American Vintage Directional Furniture

Materials

Mahogany

Vladimir Kagan Post Modern Ivory Bouclé Swivel Chairs & Ottoman for Directional
Vladimir Kagan Post Modern Ivory Bouclé Swivel Chairs & Ottoman for Directional

Vladimir Kagan Post Modern Ivory Bouclé Swivel Chairs & Ottoman for Directional

By Directional, Vladimir Kagan

Located in Saint Louis, MO

Post modern pair of Vladimir Kagan tilt and swivel chairs for directional with custom en suite ottoman newly reupholstered in soft luxurious ivory white bouclé. Modern. Plush. Sexy. Uber comfy. These are large statement piece swivel chairs. Come to Momma. Take the weight of the world off in uber luxurious modern comfort. Curvy plush over sized arm rests envelop you like a mink stole. Tilt back and take a deep breath or sit side saddle and recline your legs. Swivel about with your best scotch. Super soft ivory bouclé fabric ventilates well - cozy in winter and cool in summer. These Vladimir Kagan swivel lounge chairs are perfect for a Malibu beach...

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1980s American Post-Modern Vintage Directional Furniture

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Bouclé, Upholstery

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

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

Directional Mid-Century Modern Cherry and Burl Wood Dining Table, Refinished
Directional Mid-Century Modern Cherry and Burl Wood Dining Table, Refinished

Directional Mid-Century Modern Cherry and Burl Wood Dining Table, Refinished

By Directional

Located in South Bend, IN

An exceptional Mid-Century Modern extension dining table By Directional USA, Circa 1960s Gorgeous figural cherry wood, with burl wood banding. Measures: 72"W x 44.25"D x 38.75"H....

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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Directional Furniture

Materials

Cherry, Burl

Milo Baughman Walnut Buffet for Directional
Milo Baughman Walnut Buffet for Directional

Milo Baughman Walnut Buffet for Directional

By Directional, Milo Baughman

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

Exotic Mixed Woods Dining Table by Milo Baughman for Directional, 1960s
Exotic Mixed Woods Dining Table by Milo Baughman for Directional, 1960s

Exotic Mixed Woods Dining Table by Milo Baughman for Directional, 1960s

By Directional, Milo Baughman

Located in Los Angeles, CA

This beautifully refinished exotic wood inlay 1960's California Modern dining table by Milo Baughman for Directional features highly grained exotic woods creating contrasting lines s...

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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Directional Furniture

Materials

Wood

Luxurious 1980s Channel Tufted Sofa by Directional
Luxurious 1980s Channel Tufted Sofa by Directional

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

Paul McCobb for Directional Black Two Door Cabinet with Brass Leg Posts
Paul McCobb for Directional Black Two Door Cabinet with Brass Leg Posts

Paul McCobb for Directional Black Two Door Cabinet with Brass Leg Posts

By Paul McCobb, Directional

Located in Bainbridge, NY

Paul McCobb for Directional #7026 Black Two door Cabinet with Drawer. Featuring newly restored and re-enameled rectangular black enameled hinged two door swing door Cabinet, top draw...

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Directional Furniture

Materials

Brass

Vladimir Kagan “Arc” Sofa for Directional, 1990s
Vladimir Kagan “Arc” Sofa for Directional, 1990s

Vladimir Kagan “Arc” Sofa for Directional, 1990s

By Vladimir Kagan, Directional

Located in Chicago, IL

Vladimir Kagan “Arc” Sofa for Directional, 1990s, fully restored in a wool velvet. Very good condition

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1990s American Post-Modern Directional Furniture

Materials

Velvet

Pair of Swivel "Corkscrew” Lounge Chairs by Vladimir Kagan
Pair of Swivel "Corkscrew” Lounge Chairs by Vladimir Kagan

Pair of Swivel "Corkscrew” Lounge Chairs by Vladimir Kagan

By Vladimir Kagan, Directional

Located in Palm Springs, CA

Glamorous 1990’s pair of newly reupholster swivel "Corkscrew” lounge chairs designed by Vladimir Kagan for Directional. These gorgeous chairs are newly reupholstered in beautiful ...

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1990s American Mid-Century Modern Directional Furniture

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Fabric

Paul Evans PE-509 Cityscape Dining Table by Directional, 1970s
Paul Evans PE-509 Cityscape Dining Table by Directional, 1970s

Paul Evans PE-509 Cityscape Dining Table by Directional, 1970s

By Paul Evans, Directional

Located in Raleigh, NC

Paul Evans PE-509 dining table from the Cityscape series, executed entirely in chrome patchwork. Geometric metal panels in varied rectangular shapes create the signature skyline-ins...

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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Directional Furniture

Materials

Chrome

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

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

By Directional, Paul McCobb

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

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

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

By Directional, Milo Baughman

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

Directional Custom Collection Eight Drawer  Dresser
Directional Custom Collection Eight Drawer  Dresser

Directional Custom Collection Eight Drawer Dresser

By Milo Baughman, Directional

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

Paul Evans Patchwork Coffee Table
Paul Evans Patchwork Coffee Table

Paul Evans Patchwork Coffee Table

By Directional, Paul Evans

Located in Asbury Park, NJ

Wonderful patchwork coffee table by the iconic Paul Evans. This table is comprised of welded copper, bronze and steel. Evans designed this table for Directional in the 1970's. This t...

Category

1970s North American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Directional Furniture

Materials

Bronze, Copper, Steel

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

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

By Directional, Paul Evans

Located in Culver City, CA

One of the most recognizable and important names in the American studio craft movement of the 1960's and 70's, Paul Evans was a groundbreaking pioneer in brutalism. Collaborating as 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...

Category

1960s American Brutalist Vintage Directional Furniture

Materials

Bronze

Paul Evans Glass Chrome Cityscape Coffee Table for Directional 1970s
Paul Evans Glass Chrome Cityscape Coffee Table for Directional 1970s

Paul Evans Glass Chrome Cityscape Coffee Table for Directional 1970s

By Paul Evans, Directional

Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL

Paul Evans Glass Chrome Cityscape Coffee Table for Directional 1970s 1970's Cityscape for Directional Furniture table by Paul Evans. Patchwork of chrome an...

Category

Mid-20th Century American Modern Directional Furniture

Materials

Chrome

Paul Evans King Headboard Burl Wood and Brass 'Cityscape' for Directional 1970's
Paul Evans King Headboard Burl Wood and Brass 'Cityscape' for Directional 1970's

Paul Evans King Headboard Burl Wood and Brass 'Cityscape' for Directional 1970's

By Directional, Paul Evans

Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL

Paul Evans King Headboard Burl Wood and Brass 'Cityscape' for Directional 1970's Slab form, brass and burl wood patchwork tiles. King size, wall mountable using bias cut mounting boa...

Category

1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Directional Furniture

Materials

Brass

Paul Evans "Cityscape" Dining / Console Table
Paul Evans "Cityscape" Dining / Console Table

Paul Evans "Cityscape" Dining / Console Table

By Directional, Paul Evans

Located in Denton, TX

Paul Evans cityscape for Directional dining / console table with chrome-plated steel and burled wood base. Glass not included Base dimensions: 63 L x 19 D x 28.38 Glass: 71 3/...

Category

20th Century North American Mid-Century Modern Directional Furniture

Materials

Steel, Chrome

Umbo Modular Shelving Unit by Kay LeRoy Ruggles for Directional
Umbo Modular Shelving Unit by Kay LeRoy Ruggles for Directional

Umbo Modular Shelving Unit by Kay LeRoy Ruggles for Directional

By Directional, Kay Leroy Ruggles

Located in Chicago, IL

c. 1970s. USA. Modular shelving unit with gorgeous sun fading.

Category

1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Directional Furniture

Materials

Plastic

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.
Questions About Directional Furniture
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