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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 Studio Coffee Table for Directional
Paul Evans Studio Coffee Table for Directional

Paul Evans Studio Coffee Table for Directional

$8,800

Paul Evans Studio Coffee Table for Directional

By Directional, Paul Evans

Located in Dallas, TX

Welded and patinated steel coffee table by Paul Evans Studio for Directional. Table is in excellent condition.

Category

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

Materials

Cut Steel

Paul Evans Cityscape Dining Suite / Eight Chairs w Table
Paul Evans Cityscape Dining Suite / Eight Chairs w Table

Paul Evans Cityscape Dining Suite / Eight Chairs w Table

$39,500 / set

Paul Evans Cityscape Dining Suite / Eight Chairs w Table

By Paul Evans, Directional

Located in Chicago, IL

This listing is for a Dining Suite in desirable chrome cityscape and white leather. Includes a dining table (not pictured at this moment) with two armchairs and six side chairs. Dini...

Category

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

Materials

Metal

Fine long low twelve drawer Directional Furniture custom collection dresser
Fine long low twelve drawer Directional Furniture custom collection dresser

Fine long low twelve drawer Directional Furniture custom collection dresser

$12,500

Fine long low twelve drawer Directional Furniture custom collection dresser

By Directional

Located in Ferndale, MI

Another fine piece of furniture from Directional furniture . Home to so many modernist designers . Kagen , McCobb , Baughman ,Evans . This dresser part of the Directional Custom Coll...

Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern 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

$8,650

Vladimir Kagan “Arc” Sofa for Directional, 1990s

By Directional, Vladimir Kagan

Located in Chicago, IL

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

Category

1990s American Post-Modern Directional Furniture

Materials

Velvet

Paul Evans Patchwork Coffee Table
Paul Evans Patchwork Coffee Table

Paul Evans Patchwork Coffee Table

$5,950

Paul Evans Patchwork Coffee Table

By Paul Evans, Directional

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

Pair of Paul McCobb of Consoles
Pair of Paul McCobb of Consoles

Pair of Paul McCobb of Consoles

$9,240 / set

Pair of Paul McCobb of Consoles

By Paul McCobb, Directional

Located in Chicago, IL

Paul McCobb for Directional. Pair of model 8704 console tables. Square tubular brass frames with travertine top. Patina on brass consistent with age and use. Stool sold separately.

Category

1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Directional Furniture

Materials

Travertine, Brass

Vladimir Kagan Post Modern Marilyn Sofa in Ivory White Bouclé
Vladimir Kagan Post Modern Marilyn Sofa in Ivory White Bouclé

Vladimir Kagan Post Modern Marilyn Sofa in Ivory White Bouclé

$14,800

Vladimir Kagan Post Modern Marilyn Sofa in Ivory White Bouclé

By Directional, Vladimir Kagan

Located in Saint Louis, MO

Post modern Vladimir Kagan Marilyn Sofa by Directional for Vladimir Kagan in new ivory white bouclé upholstery. Whimsical and happy, Kagan's Marilyn line...

Category

1990s American Post-Modern Directional Furniture

Materials

Bouclé, Upholstery

Pair of Taupe Linen Modern Sofas from a Steve Chase Residence Illuminated Base
Pair of Taupe Linen Modern Sofas from a Steve Chase Residence Illuminated Base

Pair of Taupe Linen Modern Sofas from a Steve Chase Residence Illuminated Base

$9,580 / set

Pair of Taupe Linen Modern Sofas from a Steve Chase Residence Illuminated Base

By Steve Chase, Directional

Located in Palm Springs, CA

Yes… they are amazing. The provenance doesn't get any better than this: A all-original penthouse in Rancho Mirage designed by the late design icon, Steve Chase. We spent over $4000 on new, high end European linen blend fabric and reupholstering these the way they deserved to be. The taupe tanish/silver linen fabric has a high end almost metallic sheen to it. The left and right pair of sofas were designed and made by Directional in the 1980s. . They look very much in the style of Kagan or Springer. The part that makes them so chic is the end with a curved chaise...

Category

1980s North American Modern Vintage Directional Furniture

Materials

Linen

Paul Evans Cityscape Dining Table for Directional from PE-400 Series, 1970
Paul Evans Cityscape Dining Table for Directional from PE-400 Series, 1970

Paul Evans Cityscape Dining Table for Directional from PE-400 Series, 1970

$16,000

Paul Evans Cityscape Dining Table for Directional from PE-400 Series, 1970

By Paul Evans, Directional

Located in Chicago, IL

Paul Evans Cityscape Extendable Dining Table for Directional from PE-400 Series, 1970’s. Beautiful Chrome and Burlwood. Original Measures 126.25” long with leaves, 96.25” long with...

Category

1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Directional Furniture

Materials

Chrome

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

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...

Category

1990s American Mid-Century Modern Directional Furniture

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

Rare New Upholstered Beige Paul McCobb Set for Directional, USA - 1950s
Rare New Upholstered Beige Paul McCobb Set for Directional, USA - 1950s

Rare New Upholstered Beige Paul McCobb Set for Directional, USA - 1950s

$16,993Sale Price / set|20% Off

Rare New Upholstered Beige Paul McCobb Set for Directional, USA - 1950s

By Paul McCobb, Directional

Located in Berlin, DE

Early 1950s Paul McCobb Set for Directional, newly upholstered in Dedar Fabric. The measurements given apply to the sofa. The Lounge Chair measures: D9...

Category

1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Directional Furniture

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Paul McCobb 312 Armchair, Upholstered Mid-Century Modern, 1960s USA
Paul McCobb 312 Armchair, Upholstered Mid-Century Modern, 1960s USA

Paul McCobb 312 Armchair, Upholstered Mid-Century Modern, 1960s USA

$3,400Sale Price|20% Off

Paul McCobb 312 Armchair, Upholstered Mid-Century Modern, 1960s USA

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...

Category

1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Directional Furniture

Materials

Upholstery

Lovely Pair of Directional Croissant Swivel Lounge Chair Mid-Century
Lovely Pair of Directional Croissant Swivel Lounge Chair Mid-Century

Lovely Pair of Directional Croissant Swivel Lounge Chair Mid-Century

$3,040Sale Price / set|20% Off

Lovely Pair of Directional Croissant Swivel Lounge Chair Mid-Century

By Directional

Located in Pemberton, NJ

Lovely pair of Directional croissant barrel back swivel chairs. This pair will need to be reupholstered as the original fabric is worn and dated. They measure 30"T x 35"W x 36"D with...

Category

1980s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Directional Furniture

Materials

Upholstery

Paul Evans Custom Faceted Dining Table
Paul Evans Custom Faceted Dining Table

Paul Evans Custom Faceted Dining Table

$38,000

Paul Evans Custom Faceted Dining Table

By Paul Evans, Directional

Located in Chicago, IL

Paul Evans Custom Faceted Dining Table, Larger base with lacquered wood and brass cladding over wood. 3/4" top measures 96" in length and 47.50" in depth Seats 10 to 12

Category

1970s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Directional Furniture

Materials

Brass

Paul Evans Mid-century Sculpted Bronze Stalagmite Round Coffee Table w/Glass
Paul Evans Mid-century Sculpted Bronze Stalagmite Round Coffee Table w/Glass

Paul Evans Mid-century Sculpted Bronze Stalagmite Round Coffee Table w/Glass

$9,950

Paul Evans Mid-century Sculpted Bronze Stalagmite Round Coffee Table w/Glass

By Paul Evans, Directional

Located in Chicago, IL

Paul Evans Mid-century Sculpted Bronze Stalagmite Round Coffee Table Comes with a round Glass Top not shown

Category

Mid-20th Century American Brutalist Directional Furniture

Materials

Metal

Mid-Century Modern Brass Swivel Lounge Chairs by Directional
Mid-Century Modern Brass Swivel Lounge Chairs by Directional

Mid-Century Modern Brass Swivel Lounge Chairs by Directional

$8,200 / set

Mid-Century Modern Brass Swivel Lounge Chairs by Directional

By Milo Baughman, Directional

Located in North Hollywood, CA

Experience the timeless allure of mid-century design with this striking pair of vintage brass swivel lounge chairs, crafted by Directional in the United States during the iconic 1970...

Category

1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Directional Furniture

Materials

Brass

Large Scale Directional Post Modern Swivel Chairs & Ottoman in Mocha Fabric
Large Scale Directional Post Modern Swivel Chairs & Ottoman in Mocha Fabric

Large Scale Directional Post Modern Swivel Chairs & Ottoman in Mocha Fabric

$22,400 / set

Large Scale Directional Post Modern Swivel Chairs & Ottoman in Mocha Fabric

By Directional

Located in Saint Louis, MO

Stretch out and then some in these luxurious extra large Post Modern Directional Swivel Chairs newly professionally reupholstered in glimmering Mocha textured fabric. That side profi...

Category

1990s American Post-Modern Directional Furniture

Materials

Fabric, Upholstery

Milo Baughman Black Lacquer Parsons Style Dining Table
Milo Baughman Black Lacquer Parsons Style Dining Table

Milo Baughman Black Lacquer Parsons Style Dining Table

$9,400

Milo Baughman Black Lacquer Parsons Style Dining Table

By Milo Baughman, Directional

Located in Dallas, TX

An iconic dining table by Milo Baughman for Directional. Table is well constructed and comes with two leaves each of which is 20"W. Without leaves table is 66"W. Black lacquer.

Category

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

Materials

Wood, Lacquer

Directional c1970s Mid Century Modern Side End 20x30 Rectangle Burl End Table
Directional c1970s Mid Century Modern Side End 20x30 Rectangle Burl End Table

Directional c1970s Mid Century Modern Side End 20x30 Rectangle Burl End Table

$2,600

Directional c1970s Mid Century Modern Side End 20x30 Rectangle Burl End Table

By Milo Baughman, Directional

Located in Rockaway, NJ

Directional c1970s Mid Century Modern Side End 20x30 Rectangle Burl End Table MINT

Category

20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Directional Furniture

Materials

Burl

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

$4,500Sale Price|30% Off

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

By Milo Baughman, Directional

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...

Category

1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Directional Furniture

Materials

Wood

Paul McCobb Mid-Century Lounge Armchair, Walnut Frame, Floral Fabric
Paul McCobb Mid-Century Lounge Armchair, Walnut Frame, Floral Fabric

Paul McCobb Mid-Century Lounge Armchair, Walnut Frame, Floral Fabric

$9,500

Paul McCobb Mid-Century Lounge Armchair, Walnut Frame, Floral Fabric

By Paul McCobb, Directional

Located in Queens, NY

American mid-century lounge / armchair with a walnut frame with a scooped back rail and blue, orange, and brown floral patterned fabric upholstery, resting on four tapered dowel legs...

Category

20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Directional Furniture

Materials

Fabric, Upholstery, Wood, Walnut

Pair of Milo Baughman for Directional American Polished Upholstered Armchairs
Pair of Milo Baughman for Directional American Polished Upholstered Armchairs

Pair of Milo Baughman for Directional American Polished Upholstered Armchairs

$5,500 / set

Pair of Milo Baughman for Directional American Polished Upholstered Armchairs

By Milo Baughman, Directional

Located in Queens, NY

Pair of American Mid-Century armchairs with polished chrome flat bar frames, upholstered in a textured tan fabric with removable seat cushions. (MILO BAUGHMAN FOR DIRECTIONAL)(PRICED...

Category

20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Directional Furniture

Materials

Metal, Chrome

MCM 3 Piece Modular Sectional Sofa By Directional In Original Fabric
MCM 3 Piece Modular Sectional Sofa By Directional In Original Fabric

MCM 3 Piece Modular Sectional Sofa By Directional In Original Fabric

$4,648 / set

MCM 3 Piece Modular Sectional Sofa By Directional In Original Fabric

By Directional

Located in Chicago, IL

Mid Century Modern 3 Peace Modular Living Room Set by Directional in Original Fabric The Mid Century Modern 3 Piece Modular Living Room Set by Directional showcases a timeless desig...

Category

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

Materials

Upholstery

Paul McCobb 312 Armchair, Upholstered Mid-Century Modern, 1960s USA
Paul McCobb 312 Armchair, Upholstered Mid-Century Modern, 1960s USA

Paul McCobb 312 Armchair, Upholstered Mid-Century Modern, 1960s USA

$3,400Sale Price|20% Off

Paul McCobb 312 Armchair, Upholstered Mid-Century Modern, 1960s USA

By Paul McCobb, Directional

Located in San Diego, CA

Perfect slipper chair by Paul McCobb 312 Armchair for Directional in Maharam Mode: Saltwater.  Reupholster in new fabric and foam. Great chair with clean understated lines.  These c...

Category

1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Directional Furniture

Materials

Upholstery

Pair of Large Swiveling Lounge Chairs by Directional
Pair of Large Swiveling Lounge Chairs by Directional

Pair of Large Swiveling Lounge Chairs by Directional

$14,750 / set

Pair of Large Swiveling Lounge Chairs by Directional

By Directional

Located in Dallas, TX

Thoughtfully curated pair of vintage swivel chairs by Directional, circa 1980's. Acquire leisure time with artful ease. Luxuriant and enveloping, featuring a classic yet minimalist d...

Category

1980s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Directional Furniture

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

Postmodern Pink Multi Colored Nautilus Swivel Lounge Chairs by Directional
Postmodern Pink Multi Colored Nautilus Swivel Lounge Chairs by Directional

Postmodern Pink Multi Colored Nautilus Swivel Lounge Chairs by Directional

$2,543 / set

Postmodern Pink Multi Colored Nautilus Swivel Lounge Chairs by Directional

By Directional

Located in Delray Beach, FL

Postmodern Pink Multi-Colored Nautilus Chairs — vibrant swivel lounge chairs by Directional with sculptural form for refined modern interiors. One chair has a tear in the corner ...

Category

1990s American Directional Furniture

Materials

Upholstery

Pair of Postmodern Sofas by Directional Furniture, 1980
Pair of Postmodern Sofas by Directional Furniture, 1980

Pair of Postmodern Sofas by Directional Furniture, 1980

$7,500 / set

Pair of Postmodern Sofas by Directional Furniture, 1980

By Directional

Located in Chicago, IL

Directional furniture model 4760L & 4760R sofas. Opposite swooping backs with big chunky bases. Newly upholstered.

Category

1980s American Post-Modern Vintage Directional Furniture

Materials

Upholstery

1970s Emerald Green Upholstered Settee by Paul Evans for Directional
1970s Emerald Green Upholstered Settee by Paul Evans for Directional

1970s Emerald Green Upholstered Settee by Paul Evans for Directional

$8,900

1970s Emerald Green Upholstered Settee by Paul Evans for Directional

By Directional, Paul Evans

Located in North Canton, OH

This beauty by Paul Evans for Directional Furniture just finished up at upholstery masters @copleypholstery. Wrapped in a decadent GP&J Baker Lee Jofa Velvet. Extraordinary to the to...

Category

1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Directional Furniture

Materials

Upholstery

Post Modern High Arm Bench by Directional, 1970
Post Modern High Arm Bench by Directional, 1970

Post Modern High Arm Bench by Directional, 1970

$1,680

Post Modern High Arm Bench by Directional, 1970

By Directional

Located in Chicago, IL

Post Modern high arm bench by Directional, 1970. Original upholstery.

Category

1970s American Post-Modern Vintage Directional Furniture

Materials

Upholstery

Paul McCobb Mid-Century Ottoman in Blue Leather and Walnut Frame
Paul McCobb Mid-Century Ottoman in Blue Leather and Walnut Frame

Paul McCobb Mid-Century Ottoman in Blue Leather and Walnut Frame

$3,800

Paul McCobb Mid-Century Ottoman in Blue Leather and Walnut Frame

By Paul McCobb, Directional

Located in Queens, NY

American Mid-Century rectangular ottoman with a blue leather upholstered seat resting on a walnut frame with tapered legs. (PAUL MCCOBB FOR DIRECTIONAL) Leather is cracking.

Category

20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Directional Furniture

Materials

Leather, Upholstery, Wood, Walnut

Stunning Pair of Directional Croissant Swivel Lounge Chair Mid-Century
Stunning Pair of Directional Croissant Swivel Lounge Chair Mid-Century

Stunning Pair of Directional Croissant Swivel Lounge Chair Mid-Century

$4,400Sale Price / set|20% Off

Stunning Pair of Directional Croissant Swivel Lounge Chair Mid-Century

By Directional

Located in Pemberton, NJ

Stunning pair of Directional crescent roll tufted swivel lounge chairs. These wonderful chairs are oversized and very comfortable. The original fabric is not...

Category

1980s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Directional Furniture

Materials

Upholstery

Hurricane Sofa by Vladimir Kagan for Directional
Hurricane Sofa by Vladimir Kagan for Directional

Hurricane Sofa by Vladimir Kagan for Directional

$9,900

Hurricane Sofa by Vladimir Kagan for Directional

By Vladimir Kagan, Directional

Located in Chicago, IL

Hurricane Sofa by Vladimir Kagan for Directional c. 1990s. USA. Reupholstered in white boucle fabric.

Category

1990s American Post-Modern Directional Furniture

Materials

Bouclé

Pair of Vladimir Kagan Cactus Low Back Wingback Chairs
Pair of Vladimir Kagan Cactus Low Back Wingback Chairs

Pair of Vladimir Kagan Cactus Low Back Wingback Chairs

$35,000 / set

Pair of Vladimir Kagan Cactus Low Back Wingback Chairs

By Vladimir Kagan, Directional

Located in Dallas, TX

An exceedingly rare set of Vladimir Kagan for Directional stylized wingback lounge chairs. Vladimir Kagan was an illustrious American furniture designer whose historic career spanned...

Category

Late 20th Century Mid-Century Modern Directional Furniture

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chair Ottoman Set By Kipp Stewart For Directional
Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chair Ottoman Set By Kipp Stewart For Directional

Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chair Ottoman Set By Kipp Stewart For Directional

$7,900 / set

Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chair Ottoman Set By Kipp Stewart For Directional

By Kipp Stewart, Directional

Located in Brooklyn, NY

This stunning and rare mid-century modern lounge chair and ottoman set was designed by American designer Kipp Stewart for Directional Industries circa the 1960s. The armchair and ott...

Category

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

Materials

Rosewood, Walnut, Velvet

Mid Century Kipp Stewart “Arc Lounge Chairs” for Directional
Mid Century Kipp Stewart “Arc Lounge Chairs” for Directional

Mid Century Kipp Stewart “Arc Lounge Chairs” for Directional

$8,695 / set

Mid Century Kipp Stewart “Arc Lounge Chairs” for Directional

By Kipp Stewart, Directional

Located in Baltimore, MD

A stunning pair of mid-century modern 1960s “Arc” lounge chairs designed by Kipp Stewart for Directional furniture. An exceptional pair, both for their form and quality. The pair emb...

Category

1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Directional Furniture

Materials

Chrome

Chrome and Glass Coffee Table by Directional
Chrome and Glass Coffee Table by Directional

Chrome and Glass Coffee Table by Directional

$2,200

Chrome and Glass Coffee Table by Directional

By Milo Baughman, Directional

Located in Highland, IN

This large scale coffee table by Directional has a very strong architectural quality with a pair of chrome steel bases which support a hexagonal glass top that echos the angular shap...

Category

1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Directional Furniture

Materials

Stainless Steel, Chrome

Milo Baughman for Directional Dimond Teak & Walnut Dining Table Gate Legs Base
Milo Baughman for Directional Dimond Teak & Walnut Dining Table Gate Legs Base

Milo Baughman for Directional Dimond Teak & Walnut Dining Table Gate Legs Base

$9,000

Milo Baughman for Directional Dimond Teak & Walnut Dining Table Gate Legs Base

By Milo Baughman, Directional

Located in Rockaway, NJ

Mid-Century Modern Milo Baughman dining table with two 14" extension boards. Ebonized gate leg base, teak and walnut diamond pattern top.  

Category

20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Directional Furniture

Materials

Teak, Walnut

Linen Dining Chairs by Directional Furniture Co, Set of 6
Linen Dining Chairs by Directional Furniture Co, Set of 6

Linen Dining Chairs by Directional Furniture Co, Set of 6

$1,568Sale Price / set|30% Off

Linen Dining Chairs by Directional Furniture Co, Set of 6

By Directional

Located in Lake Worth, FL

For FULL item description click on More Details below. Shipping Quote Information The shipping quote stated in the listing was from 1st Dibs and they normally set all the costs and handle all the shipping details. However, if you let us know what 1st Dibs is quoting you and give us your zip code, we can sometimes ship it for less and get it to you faster. For a shipping quote, click on "ASK THE SELLER" under the purchase button and provide your zip code. Offering One Of Our Recent Palm Beach Estate Fine Furniture Acquisitions Of A 1991 Set of 6 Linen...

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1990s American Mid-Century Modern Directional Furniture

Materials

Linen

Paul McCobb For Directional Highback Lounge Chairs Model No. 409
Paul McCobb For Directional Highback Lounge Chairs Model No. 409

Paul McCobb For Directional Highback Lounge Chairs Model No. 409

$9,000 / set

Paul McCobb For Directional Highback Lounge Chairs Model No. 409

By Directional, Paul McCobb

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Stunning pair of mid-century modern, model no. 409, highback lounge chairs designed by American designer, Paul McCobb, for Directional circa 1950s. The chairs feature contoured walnu...

Category

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

Materials

Upholstery, Walnut

Sculptural Sofa in New Chic Silver Grey Metallic Leopard Jacquard Fabric
Sculptural Sofa in New Chic Silver Grey Metallic Leopard Jacquard Fabric

Sculptural Sofa in New Chic Silver Grey Metallic Leopard Jacquard Fabric

$3,850

Sculptural Sofa in New Chic Silver Grey Metallic Leopard Jacquard Fabric

By Directional

Located in Palm Springs, CA

Beautiful, newly upholstered revision! We took an amazing 1980s sofa by Directional and found a spectacular metallic silver gray leopard velvet fabric...

Category

1980s North American Modern Vintage Directional Furniture

Materials

Fabric

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

Milo Baughman Dining Table by Directional

$4,500

Milo Baughman Dining Table by Directional

By Directional, Milo Baughman

Located in Highland, IN

This classic mid-century dining table designed by Milo Baughman for Directional takes a simple, rectilinear form and dresses it up with bands of mixed wood veneers. The 72" long tabl...

Category

1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Directional Furniture

Materials

Wood

MCM Nautilus Asymmetrical Swivel Lounge Chairs - Pair
MCM Nautilus Asymmetrical Swivel Lounge Chairs - Pair

MCM Nautilus Asymmetrical Swivel Lounge Chairs - Pair

$4,500 / set

MCM Nautilus Asymmetrical Swivel Lounge Chairs - Pair

By Directional

Located in Chicago, IL

Mid Century Modern Nautilus Asymmetrical Swivel Lounge Chairs by Directional in Ice-Blu Suede - Pair  Experience the elegance of mid-century modern design with this pair of Directional Nautilus...

Category

Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Directional Furniture

Materials

Suede

Pair Navy Blue Mohair Vladimir Kagan Nautilus "Corkscrew" Chairs
Pair Navy Blue Mohair Vladimir Kagan Nautilus "Corkscrew" Chairs

Pair Navy Blue Mohair Vladimir Kagan Nautilus "Corkscrew" Chairs

$16,500 / set

Pair Navy Blue Mohair Vladimir Kagan Nautilus "Corkscrew" Chairs

By Vladimir Kagan, Directional

Located in Dallas, TX

Vladimir Kagan's work commands the eye with its freshness, energy, sensuality, and wit. Classic pair of swiveling "Nautilus" lounge chairs with ottoman by the legendary furniture designer Vladimir Kagan for Directional, circa 1990s. Features a sloping asymmetrical back on a swiveling base. The chairs are comfortable and swivel smoothly. They have been reupholstered in a navy blue mohair. They will match perfectly with any style of interior from Mid-Century Modern to contemporary. Literature: Vladimir Kagan for Directional CORK SCREW CHAIR - 1992 the permanent collection of the Brooklyn Museum of Art. Vladimir Kagan was an illustrious American furniture designer whose historic career spanned nearly 65 years. His style, inspired by everything from antiques and nature to the Bauhaus, emphasizes comfort and functionality. The sensuous, organic forms take on human-like characteristics through exaggerated, curved lines. A highly honored designer, he was elected president of the American Society of Interior Designers New York...

Category

Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Directional Furniture

Materials

Mohair, Wood

Paul Evans for Directional Mid-Century Modern Burl Wood Parsons Side Table, 1960
Paul Evans for Directional Mid-Century Modern Burl Wood Parsons Side Table, 1960

Paul Evans for Directional Mid-Century Modern Burl Wood Parsons Side Table, 1960

$1,995

Paul Evans for Directional Mid-Century Modern Burl Wood Parsons Side Table, 1960

By Directional, Paul Evans

Located in South Bend, IN

A sleek and stylish Mid-Century Modern Parsons side table By Paul Evans for Directional USA, 1960s Measures: 20"W x 20"D x 15.25"H. Very good original vintage condition.

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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Directional Furniture

Materials

Burl

1980's Directional Swivel Lounge Chairs in Navy Blue with Brass Base
1980's Directional Swivel Lounge Chairs in Navy Blue with Brass Base

1980's Directional Swivel Lounge Chairs in Navy Blue with Brass Base

$14,500 / set

1980's Directional Swivel Lounge Chairs in Navy Blue with Brass Base

By Directional

Located in Dallas, TX

Stunning, highly sculptural lounge chairs designed by Directional Design. Amazingly comfortable expertly restored, recovered in a gorgeous navy blue velvet. They swivel, tilt and roc...

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1980s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Directional Furniture

Materials

Brass

Vintage “Cityscape” Chrome Dining Table by Paul Evans for Directional, 1970s
Vintage “Cityscape” Chrome Dining Table by Paul Evans for Directional, 1970s

Vintage “Cityscape” Chrome Dining Table by Paul Evans for Directional, 1970s

$8,500

Vintage “Cityscape” Chrome Dining Table by Paul Evans for Directional, 1970s

By Paul Evans, Directional

Located in North Hollywood, CA

Step into a world where art and function merge with this remarkable mid-century dining table, designed by the legendary Paul Evans for Directional in the 1970s. A true icon from the ...

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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Directional Furniture

Materials

Chrome

Milo Baughman for Directional Geometric Bronze Glass Coffee Table
Milo Baughman for Directional Geometric Bronze Glass Coffee Table

Milo Baughman for Directional Geometric Bronze Glass Coffee Table

$6,000Sale Price|20% Off

Milo Baughman for Directional Geometric Bronze Glass Coffee Table

By Milo Baughman, Directional

Located in Baltimore, MD

An extraordinary Geometric, glass, midcentury, Bronze-finish base coffee table by Milo Baughman for Directional, circa 1970s. Features original, octagonal, 3/4" thick glass resting o...

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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Directional Furniture

Materials

Metal

Directional Mid-Century Modern Burl Wood Parsons Side Table, 1960s
Directional Mid-Century Modern Burl Wood Parsons Side Table, 1960s

Directional Mid-Century Modern Burl Wood Parsons Side Table, 1960s

$2,295

Directional Mid-Century Modern Burl Wood Parsons Side Table, 1960s

By Directional

Located in South Bend, IN

A sleek and stylish Mid-Century Modern Parsons side table in gorgeous book-matched burl wood By Directional USA, 1960s Measures: 25"W x 20"D x 17.75"H. Very good original vinta...

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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Directional Furniture

Materials

Burl

Milo Baughman, Side Table, Wood, Metal, USA, 1960s
Milo Baughman, Side Table, Wood, Metal, USA, 1960s

Milo Baughman, Side Table, Wood, Metal, USA, 1960s

$2,200

Milo Baughman, Side Table, Wood, Metal, USA, 1960s

By Directional, Milo Baughman

Located in High Point, NC

A black-lacquered metal, rosewood, walnut and butternut side table designed by Milo Baughman and produced by Directional, USA, c. 1960s. Patina and dramatic fading to top as illustr...

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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Directional Furniture

Materials

Metal

Directional Mid Century Walnut and Chrome Nightstands - Pair
Directional Mid Century Walnut and Chrome Nightstands - Pair

Directional Mid Century Walnut and Chrome Nightstands - Pair

$3,295 / set

Directional Mid Century Walnut and Chrome Nightstands - Pair

By Directional

Located in Franklin Park, IL

Directional Mid Century Walnut and Chrome Nightstands - Pair Each nightstand measures: 24 wide x 18 deep x 21 inches high Fair Vintage Condition - Nightstands have Areas of Minor S...

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

Materials

Chrome

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

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

$7,995

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

By Paul McCobb, Calvin Furniture, 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...

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Directional Furniture

Materials

Brass

Mid-Century Lounge Chair by Directional
Mid-Century Lounge Chair by Directional

Mid-Century Lounge Chair by Directional

$2,000 / set

Mid-Century Lounge Chair by Directional

By Directional

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Funky bubble chair made by Directional. Tufted orange Naugahyde cushions on polished tubular frame. Please confirm location NY or NJ

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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Directional Furniture

Materials

Chrome

Paul Evans Directional Cityscape Ice Bucket, Brass, Chrome, Glass, USA, 1970s
Paul Evans Directional Cityscape Ice Bucket, Brass, Chrome, Glass, USA, 1970s

Paul Evans Directional Cityscape Ice Bucket, Brass, Chrome, Glass, USA, 1970s

$4,200

Paul Evans Directional Cityscape Ice Bucket, Brass, Chrome, Glass, USA, 1970s

By Paul Evans, Directional

Located in New York, NY

Paul Evans for Directional ice bucket, USA, 1970s. Cube form brass and chrome patchwork ice bucket with hinged lid, from Evans' Cityscape series for Directional Furniture. Glass inte...

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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Directional Furniture

Materials

Brass, Chrome

Paul Evans for Directional Modern Parsons Upholstered Dining Chairs, Set of Six
Paul Evans for Directional Modern Parsons Upholstered Dining Chairs, Set of Six

Paul Evans for Directional Modern Parsons Upholstered Dining Chairs, Set of Six

$3,995 / set

Paul Evans for Directional Modern Parsons Upholstered Dining Chairs, Set of Six

By Paul Evans, Directional

Located in South Bend, IN

A gorgeous set of six 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". ...

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1970s American Modern Vintage Directional Furniture

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

Mid-Century Modern Channel Back Swivel Lounge Chairs by Directional, 1970s
Mid-Century Modern Channel Back Swivel Lounge Chairs by Directional, 1970s

Mid-Century Modern Channel Back Swivel Lounge Chairs by Directional, 1970s

$7,400 / set

Mid-Century Modern Channel Back Swivel Lounge Chairs by Directional, 1970s

By Directional, Milo Baughman

Located in North Hollywood, CA

Mid-century modern walnut swivel chairs manufactured by Directional during the 1970s. Beautifully restored, these sculptural lounge chairs showcase the bold yet inviting design langu...

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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Directional Furniture

Materials

Fabric, Walnut

Mixed-Woods "Gallery One" Dining Table by Milo Baughman for Directional
Mixed-Woods "Gallery One" Dining Table by Milo Baughman for Directional

Mixed-Woods "Gallery One" Dining Table by Milo Baughman for Directional

$6,500

Mixed-Woods "Gallery One" Dining Table by Milo Baughman for Directional

By Milo Baughman, Directional

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Mixed-woods dining table designed by Milo Baughman for Directional's "Gallery One" line (ca. 1961, USA). Composed of alternating banding of walnut, rosewoo...

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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Directional Furniture

Materials

Rosewood, Walnut

1970's Paul Evans Cityscape Floor Lamp Light Brass Chrome Gold Silver Colour
1970's Paul Evans Cityscape Floor Lamp Light Brass Chrome Gold Silver Colour

1970's Paul Evans Cityscape Floor Lamp Light Brass Chrome Gold Silver Colour

$11,211

1970's Paul Evans Cityscape Floor Lamp Light Brass Chrome Gold Silver Colour

By Directional, Paul Evans

Located in Milano, IT

Cityscape floor lamp, model no. PE-4010, from the PE200 series, circa 1975. American furniture designer, sculptor, and artist, Paul Evans is one of the most recognizable and versati...

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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Directional Furniture

Materials

Brass, Steel, Chrome

Vintage Postmodern Teal Leather Loveseat by Directional Furniture. Circa 1980s.
Vintage Postmodern Teal Leather Loveseat by Directional Furniture. Circa 1980s.

Vintage Postmodern Teal Leather Loveseat by Directional Furniture. Circa 1980s.

$2,350

Vintage Postmodern Teal Leather Loveseat by Directional Furniture. Circa 1980s.

By Directional

Located in Miami, FL

Vintage Postmodern Teal Leather Loveseat by Directional Furniture. Circa 1980s. Features a quintessential 1980s postmodern lines design, upholstered in the original pastel teal prem...

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1980s American Post-Modern Vintage Directional Furniture

Materials

Leather

Vintage Postmodern Teal Leather Sofa by Directional Furniture. Circa 1980s.
Vintage Postmodern Teal Leather Sofa by Directional Furniture. Circa 1980s.

Vintage Postmodern Teal Leather Sofa by Directional Furniture. Circa 1980s.

$3,180

Vintage Postmodern Teal Leather Sofa by Directional Furniture. Circa 1980s.

By Directional

Located in Miami, FL

Vintage Postmodern Teal Leather Sofa by Directional Furniture. Circa 1980s. Features a quintessential 1980s postmodern lines design, upholstered in the original pastel teal preminum...

Category

1980s American Post-Modern Vintage Directional Furniture

Materials

Leather

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.

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