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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Creator: Directional

Pair of Vladimir Attributed Lounge Chairs and Ottomans

$8,000 / set

Pair of Vladimir Attributed Lounge Chairs and Ottomans

By Vladimir Kagan, Directional

Located in Chicago, IL

Pair of Vladimir attributed lounge chairs and ottomans, reupholstered with Italian Boucle. Preview Label on underside Measures: Ottoman H 17" W 24.75" D 22.5".

Category

1980s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Directional Furniture

Materials

Bouclé, Upholstery

Paul Evans Cityscape Keep Safe Box

$1,400Sale Price|20% Off

Paul Evans Cityscape Keep Safe Box

By Paul Evans, Directional

Located in Chicago, IL

Paul Evans Cityscape Keep Safe Box, not many of these were produced, interior plastic laminite. Dimensions: 5" wide 5" deep 3" high

Category

1970s American Vintage Directional Furniture

Materials

Steel

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

Mid-Century Walnut and Chrome Armoire Dresser by Directional

$2,350

Mid-Century Walnut and Chrome Armoire Dresser by Directional

By Directional

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Striking Mid-Century Modern walnut and chrome armoire dresser by Directional. A perfect blend of timeless design and practical storage. Featuring rich walnut wood grain accented by s...

Category

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

Materials

Walnut

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...

Category

1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Directional Furniture

Materials

Brass, Chrome

Paul Evans Patchwork Steel Coffee Table for Directional, Signed & Dated 1978

$6,700Sale Price|21% Off

Paul Evans Patchwork Steel Coffee Table for Directional, Signed & Dated 1978

By Directional, Paul Evans

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Stunning coffee table by Paul Evans for Directional, produced in 1978, signed and dated PE 78. The cube shaped form is fabricated from patinated pieces of painted steel which have be...

Category

1970s American Brutalist Vintage Directional Furniture

Materials

Steel

Paul McCobb Carrara Top Game Table From the Linear Group for Directional 1957

$5,400

Paul McCobb Carrara Top Game Table From the Linear Group for Directional 1957

By Paul McCobb, Directional

Located in Dallas, TX

Uncommonly seen Carrara top game table from the Linear Group designed by Paul McCobb for Directional in 1957. The McCobb Linear Group was selected as part of the Alcoa Forecast...

Category

1950s American Vintage Directional Furniture

Materials

Carrara Marble, Aluminum

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. 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

American Mid-Century Modern Armchair, Paul McCobb

$4,945

American Mid-Century Modern Armchair, Paul McCobb

By Directional, Paul McCobb

Located in Minneapolis, MN

Fabulous vintage armchair designed by Paul McCobb. Walnut legs and details. Re upholstery recommended. Please inquire about upholstery options....

Category

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

Materials

Walnut

Set of 8 Vladimir Kagan Dining Chairs for Directional in Mocha Brown Bouclé

$32,400 / set

Set of 8 Vladimir Kagan Dining Chairs for Directional in Mocha Brown Bouclé

By Directional, Vladimir Kagan

Located in Saint Louis, MO

This set of 8 Vladimir Kagan dining chairs made by Directional is the only set of its kind available globally so act fast. Interior designers and private buyers routinely approach ou...

Category

1990s American Modern Directional Furniture

Materials

Bouclé, Upholstery

Paul Evans for Directional PE13 Mid Century Bronzed Steel and Glass Coffee Table

$12,995

Paul Evans for Directional PE13 Mid Century Bronzed Steel and Glass Coffee Table

By Paul Evans, Directional

Located in Franklin Park, IL

Paul Evans for Directional PE13 Mid Century Bronzed Steel and Glass Coffee Table This coffee table measures: 60 wide x 25 deep x 15.75 inches high Excellent Vintage Condition. We ...

Category

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

Materials

Steel

Beautiful 1960s MCM Book Matched Rosewood Sideboard by Directional - Restored

$6,000

Beautiful 1960s MCM Book Matched Rosewood Sideboard by Directional - Restored

By Milo Baughman, Directional

Located in St. Louis, MO

Beautiful minimalist Mid-Century Modern Rosewood three door sideboard by Directional, circa 1960s, fully refinished. Incredible book matched rosewood veneer cabinet doors with curved...

Category

1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Directional Furniture

Materials

Rosewood

Milo Baughman Swivel Chairs for Directional, 1980

$2,640 / set

Milo Baughman Swivel Chairs for Directional, 1980

By Milo Baughman, Directional

Located in Chicago, IL

Milo Baughman Swivel Chairs for Directional, 1980. Original pink and grey post modern upholstery with upholstered plinth base.

Category

1980s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Directional Furniture

Materials

Upholstery

1970s Signed Paul Evans Directional Cityscape Stacked Chrome Square Coffee Table

$3,250

1970s Signed Paul Evans Directional Cityscape Stacked Chrome Square Coffee Table

By Directional, Paul Evans

Located in St. Louis, MO

An iconic masterpiece of late 20th-century American brutalist and post-modern design: a "Cityscape" Square Coffee Table (from the celebrated PE 40 series), designed by the legendary ...

Category

1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Directional Furniture

Materials

Metal, Chrome

Paul Evans "Cityscape" Dining / Console Table

$15,000

Paul Evans "Cityscape" Dining / Console Table

By Paul Evans, Directional

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

Milo Baughman Style Directional Deep Red Velvet & Ebony Mahogany Club Chairs

$3,750 / set

Milo Baughman Style Directional Deep Red Velvet & Ebony Mahogany Club Chairs

By Milo Baughman, Directional

Located in Southampton, NJ

A pair of Mid-Century modern club chairs on casters by Directional in the manner of Milo Baughman having fresh deep red velvet upholstery with fresh cushioning throughout and black l...

Category

1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Directional Furniture

Materials

Brass

Paul Evans for Directional Cityscape Style Mid Century Patchwork Burlwood Table

$2,795

Paul Evans for Directional Cityscape Style Mid Century Patchwork Burlwood Table

By Paul Evans, Directional

Located in Franklin Park, IL

Paul Evans for Directional Cityscape style mid century patchwork burlwood table The table measures: 39 wide x 39 deep x 29.25 high, with a chair...

Category

1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Directional Furniture

Materials

Burl

Paul McCobb X-Base Brass and Upholstered Stools or Ottomans, Newly Restored

$4,500 / set

Paul McCobb X-Base Brass and Upholstered Stools or Ottomans, Newly Restored

By Paul McCobb, Directional

Located in South Bend, IN

A sleek and stylish pair of Mid-Century Modern stools, benches, or ottomans By Paul McCobb for Directional USA, 1950s Brass legs and stretchers, freshly reupholstered with Herman ...

Category

1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Directional Furniture

Materials

Brass

Set of Swivel Poufs Ottomans by Directional, 1970s

$4,200 / set

Set of Swivel Poufs Ottomans by Directional, 1970s

By Directional

Located in Westport, CT

A striking pair of 1970s swiveling poufs by Directional Furniture, fully restored and reimagined for modern interiors. Upholstered in plush vegan fur, their soft, sculptural forms ad...

Category

1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Directional Furniture

Materials

Faux Fur

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

$4,417Sale Price|32% 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 for Directional Model 302 Mid Century Walnut Lounge Chairs - Pair

$4,647

Paul McCobb for Directional Model 302 Mid Century Walnut Lounge Chairs - Pair

By Paul McCobb, Directional

Located in Franklin Park, IL

Paul McCobb for Directional Model 302 Mid Century Walnut Lounge Chairs - Pair Each chair measures: 28 wide x 32 deep x 31.25 high, with a seat height of 18 and arm height/chair clea...

Category

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

Materials

Upholstery, Walnut

Pair of Directional Petrified Needlepoint Cotton Felt Upholstered Lounge Chairs

$5,995 / set

Pair of Directional Petrified Needlepoint Cotton Felt Upholstered Lounge Chairs

By Kipp Stewart, Directional

Located in Germantown, MD

Rare Pair of Directional Furniture designed Kipp Stewart, Needlepoint Cotton Felt Upholstered and Tufted Rolling Lounge Chairs. Petrified Needlework throughout. Measures 27" in wid...

Category

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

Materials

Upholstery

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 Directional, Paul Evans

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". ...

Category

1970s American Modern Vintage Directional Furniture

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

Paul Evans Cityscape Patchwork Burlwood Console or Dining Table Base

$16,850

Paul Evans Cityscape Patchwork Burlwood Console or Dining Table Base

By Directional, Paul Evans

Located in Houston, TX

Paul Evans for Directional cityscape patchwork burlwood console table, center table or dining table base. This stunning Mid-Century Modern Evans att...

Category

1970s North American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Directional Furniture

Materials

Burl

1980s Weiman Curved Serpentine Sofa and Swivel Chairs, 3 Pieces

$22,500 / set

1980s Weiman Curved Serpentine Sofa and Swivel Chairs, 3 Pieces

By Directional

Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL

Original rare set of 3, 1980s Iconic serpentine cloud sofa and swivel chairs are packed with personality! Outstanding design is exhibited throughout the monumental form. The Vintage complete set are beyond stunning. Beautiful colors in ultra suede light...

Category

1980s American Post-Modern Vintage Directional Furniture

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

Paul McCobb Connoisseur Collection Mahogany and Brass Armchairs, Pair

$2,995 / set

Paul McCobb Connoisseur Collection Mahogany and Brass Armchairs, Pair

By Directional, Paul McCobb

Located in South Bend, IN

An exceptional pair of Mid-Century Modern armchairs or dining captain chairs By Paul McCobb for Directional, "Connoisseur Collection" USA, 1950s Elegant black lacquered sculpted m...

Category

1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Directional Furniture

Materials

Brass

Paul McCobb Irwin Collection Mahogany and Brass Nightstands, Newly Refinished

$8,500 / set

Paul McCobb Irwin Collection Mahogany and Brass Nightstands, Newly Refinished

By Paul McCobb, Directional, Calvin Furniture

Located in South Bend, IN

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

Category

1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Directional Furniture

Materials

Brass

Space Age Style Off-White Club Chair By Larry Laslo For Directional

$995

Space Age Style Off-White Club Chair By Larry Laslo For Directional

By Directional, Larry Laslo

Located in Southampton, NJ

A beautiful and incredibly comfortable club chair having raised armrests and plush cotton/poly upholstery over gold space age style turned legs designed by Larry Laslo for DIRECTIONA...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Hollywood Regency Directional Furniture

Materials

Steel

Large Lacquered Square Coffee Table w/ Chrome Plinth Base By Directional 1970s

$1,700

Large Lacquered Square Coffee Table w/ Chrome Plinth Base By Directional 1970s

By Directional

Located in Oklahoma City, OK

Mid Century Modern plinth base modern white lacquered coffee table with chrome plinth base and glass top. This piece is by Directional and attributed to Paul Evans circa 1970. This beautiful mid-century cocktail table is a statement piece for any living room. In form, this piece is square, and tapers down to its chrome plinth base. Painted in a white / creamy hue, on the outside and top, it also features inset glass. A great option for use during cocktails or drinks. Glass is insert to about 2” – 3” from the edge of the top. We've seen similar coffee tables featured in Elle Decor and House Beautiful. A wonderful piece that can stand the test of time. Directional furniture is extremely well made and will be a purchase that can stand the test of time. The overall color of this coffee table/cocktail table is a creamy white color. A great staple piece for any living room. Should colors change in a design plan, this piece can hold its own and always be a classic incorporated with other colors. Wonderful vintage condition with some chips to lacquer around the sides, as well as under the glass top. Some signs of wear to the chrome plinth base such as light scratching and discoloration. How We Would Style It: We think this piece deserves to be placed on a brightly colored rug...

Category

1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Directional Furniture

Materials

Glass, Wood, Lacquer

Vladimir Kagan "Nautilus" Swivel Chairs for Directional, 1990s

$4,500

Vladimir Kagan "Nautilus" Swivel Chairs for Directional, 1990s

By Vladimir Kagan, Directional

Located in Coronado, CA

These Vladimir Kagan "Nautilus" swivel chairs are sculptural, comfortable and elegant. They have been fully restored in a luxurious, nubby gray fabric by Holly Hunt which enhances th...

Category

1990s American Modern Directional Furniture

Materials

Bouclé

1960s Directional Petrified Needlepoint Cotton Felt Upholstered Lounge Chair

$2,995

1960s Directional Petrified Needlepoint Cotton Felt Upholstered Lounge Chair

By Directional, Kipp Stewart

Located in Germantown, MD

Rare 1960s Directional Furniture designed by Kipp Stewart, Needlepoint Cotton Felt Upholstered and Tufted Rolling Lounge Chair. Petrified Needlework throughout. Measures 27" in widt...

Category

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

Materials

Upholstery

Paul McCobb Irwin Collection Mahogany and Woven Leather Armchairs, Pair

$2,995 / set

Paul McCobb Irwin Collection Mahogany and Woven Leather Armchairs, Pair

By Directional, Paul McCobb

Located in South Bend, IN

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

Category

1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Directional Furniture

Materials

Leather, Mahogany

Mid-Century Campaign Style Long Chest or Cabinet

$8,900

Mid-Century Campaign Style Long Chest or Cabinet

By Directional

Located in Palm Beach, FL

Chic mid-century chest or cabinet crafted in mahogany featuring multiple components including brass campaign style hardware including three drawers and three doors. Plenty of storage...

Category

Mid-20th Century American Campaign Directional Furniture

Materials

Brass

Directional for Johnson Furniture Carved Mahogany Credenza, USA 1960s

$6,000

Directional for Johnson Furniture Carved Mahogany Credenza, USA 1960s

By Directional, Johnson Furniture Co.

Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL

Directional for Johnson Furniture Carved Mahogany Credenza, USA 1960s Mid Century Modern Buffet or Credenza by Johnson Furniture for Directional. The cabinet features four doors wit...

Category

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

Materials

Brass

Paul McCobb Travertine Consoles and or Sofa Tables

$7,392Sale Price / set|20% Off

Paul McCobb Travertine Consoles and or Sofa Tables

By Directional, Paul McCobb

Located in Chicago, IL

Paul McCobb Travertine Consoles and or Sofa Tables, model 8704 for Directional. Square tubular brass with 3/4" travertine.

Category

1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Directional Furniture

Materials

Travertine, Brass

Milo Baughman for Directional Mid-Century Mixed Wood Expanding Leaf Dining Table

$2,350

Milo Baughman for Directional Mid-Century Mixed Wood Expanding Leaf Dining Table

By Directional, Milo Baughman

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Elegant and versatile mid-century modern dining table designed by Milo Baughman for Directional. This sophisticated piece features a striking combination of rosewood, walnut, and ash...

Category

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

Materials

Wood

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

$16,899Sale 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

Set 6 Paul Evans for Directional Chrome Cantilever Dining Chairs, 1960

$7,400 / set

Set 6 Paul Evans for Directional Chrome Cantilever Dining Chairs, 1960

By Directional, Paul Evans

Located in Chicago, IL

6 Paul Evans for Directional Chrome Cantilever Dining Chairs, 1960. 2 captain chairs and 4 side chairs. Original upholstery in good vintage condition. You can send your own COM pl...

Category

1960s North American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Directional Furniture

Materials

Chrome

Directional Dining Table designed by Milo Baughman

$1,937Sale Price|50% Off

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...

Category

1960s Vintage Directional Furniture

Materials

Rosewood, Teak, Walnut

Paul McCobb for Directional Brass and Vitrolite Cocktail Table, 1950s

$3,800

Paul McCobb for Directional Brass and Vitrolite Cocktail Table, 1950s

By Directional, Paul McCobb

Located in South Bend, IN

A sleek and stylish Mid-Century Modern coffee or cocktail table By Paul McCobb for Directional USA, 1950s Brass base, with white vitrolite top. Measures: 48"W x 18"D x 22"H. Ver...

Category

1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Directional Furniture

Materials

Brass

Directional Mid Century Dining Chairs - Set of 6

$3,847 / set

Directional Mid Century Dining Chairs - Set of 6

By Directional

Located in Franklin Park, IL

Directional Mid Century Dining Chairs - Set of 6 Each armless chair measures: 18 wide x 19.25 deep x 44.25 high, with a seat height of 18 inches Each captains chair measures: 22 wid...

Category

1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Directional Furniture

Materials

Upholstery, Cane, Wood

Directional Mid Century Barrel Swivel Lounge Chairs

$1,195 / set

Directional Mid Century Barrel Swivel Lounge Chairs

By Directional

Located in Franklin Park, IL

Directional mid century barrel swivel lounge chairs These chairs measure: 28 wide x 33 deep x 26 inches high, with a seat height of 19 inches We take our photos in a controlled lig...

Category

1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Directional Furniture

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

Kipp Stewart for Directional Mid Century Walnut Dining Chairs - Set of 6

$5,347 / set

Kipp Stewart for Directional Mid Century Walnut Dining Chairs - Set of 6

By Directional, Kipp Stewart

Located in Franklin Park, IL

Kipp Stewart for Directional Mid Century Walnut Dining Chairs - Set of 6 Each armless chair measures: 18.5 wide x 22 deep x 37 high, with a seat height of 18 inches Each captains ch...

Category

1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Directional Furniture

Materials

Upholstery, Walnut

Geometric Bronze Coffee Table by Milo Baughman for Directional

$7,500

Geometric Bronze Coffee Table by Milo Baughman for Directional

By Directional, Milo Baughman

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Early 1970s geometric coffee table by Milo Baughman for Directional. Bronze-finished base with original, octagonal glass top, rare in its complete presentation. Dense, glass is 3/4" ...

Category

1970s North American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Directional Furniture

Materials

Bronze

Paul McCobb for Directional MCM Bleached Mahogany and Cane Dining Chairs - 4

$3,847 / set

Paul McCobb for Directional MCM Bleached Mahogany and Cane Dining Chairs - 4

By Directional, Paul McCobb

Located in Franklin Park, IL

Paul McCobb for Directional Mid Century Bleached Mahogany and Cane Dining Chairs - Set of 4 Each armless chair measures: 17.75 wide x 21 deep x 36 inches high, with a seat height/ch...

Category

1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Directional Furniture

Materials

Upholstery, Cane, Mahogany

Oversized Postmodern Directional Lounge Chairs, a Pair

$2,900 / set

Oversized Postmodern Directional Lounge Chairs, a Pair

By Directional

Located in Chicago, IL

These are awesome!!! Oversized and so comfy. I don’t know exactly how old they are but they are very well made and great statement chairs! Dimensions: 37"W...

Category

20th Century American Post-Modern Directional Furniture

Materials

Textile

Paul Evans for Directional "Cityscape" Chrome and Brass Ice Bucket, 1970's

$1,950

Paul Evans for Directional "Cityscape" Chrome and Brass Ice Bucket, 1970's

By Directional, Paul Evans

Located in Bainbridge, NY

Paul Evans for Directional Furniture Cityscape Series gold and chrome mirror ice bucket with thermos liner. Featuring a square hinged brass and chrom...

Category

1970s American Modern Vintage Directional Furniture

Materials

Brass, Chrome

Mid-Century Modern Coffee Table by Paul Evans, Polychrome Steel, 1960s

$14,000

Mid-Century Modern Coffee Table by Paul Evans, Polychrome Steel, 1960s

By Paul Evans, Directional

Located in New York, NY

Mid Century Brutalist torch cut, welded polychrome steel double pyramid coffee table base by Paul Evans. Mint original condition. Sold without glass for cost effective shipping. Fre...

Category

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

Materials

Steel

Paul Evans PE-11 Sculptured Metal Cocktail Table for Directional Furniture

$7,500

Paul Evans PE-11 Sculptured Metal Cocktail Table for Directional Furniture

By Directional, Paul Evans

Located in Stamford, CT

The featured PE-11 Angle Zig-Zag motif cocktail table, part of the Sculptured Metal collection, is a striking composition of steel and bronze. Its expressive weldwork, rich oxidation...

Category

1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Directional Furniture

Materials

Bronze, Steel

Directional Lounge Chair and Ottoman

$4,000

Directional Lounge Chair and Ottoman

By Directional

Located in Chicago, IL

Asymmetric swivel set Lounge chair and ottoman on casters. Upholstered in a light purple ultra suede. Sound structural condition. Minor signs of sc...

Category

1980s American Post-Modern Vintage Directional Furniture

Materials

Ultrasuede

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

Modernist Walnut Bar Cart / Cabinet on Casters by Milo Baughman

$2,860

Modernist Walnut Bar Cart / Cabinet on Casters by Milo Baughman

By Directional, Milo Baughman

Located in Buffalo, NY

This walnut bar cabinet was manufactured by Directional in the 1960s and attributed to both Milo Baughman and Kipp Stewart due to stylistic attributes associated with both designers,...

Category

1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Directional Furniture

Materials

Brass, Steel

1980s Directional Cream Polka Dots Swivel Chairs, Set of 2

$6,450 / set

1980s Directional Cream Polka Dots Swivel Chairs, Set of 2

By Directional

Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL

On offer on this occasion is one of the most stunning, swivel chairs set you could hope to find. Outstanding design is exhibited throughout. The beaut...

Category

1980s American Post-Modern Vintage Directional Furniture

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

Directional Mid Century Swivel Lounge Chairs - Pair

$4,595

Directional Mid Century Swivel Lounge Chairs - Pair

By Directional

Located in Franklin Park, IL

Directional Mid Century Swivel Lounge Chairs - Pair Each chair measures: 32 wide x 35 deep x 29.5 high, with a seat height of 17 inches Chairs have Holes in Fabric. Ready for Reuph...

Category

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

Materials

Upholstery

Pair of Large Blue Velvet Ottomans by Directional

$7,500 / set

Pair of Large Blue Velvet Ottomans by Directional

By Directional

Located in New York, NY

Pair of large blue velvet ottomans by Directional.

Category

1960s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Directional Furniture

Materials

Velvet

Paul McCobb Lounge Armchair, Walnut Frame with Geometric Fabric

$9,500

Paul McCobb Lounge Armchair, Walnut Frame with Geometric Fabric

By Directional, Paul McCobb

Located in Queens, NY

American Mid-Century lounge / armchair with a walnut frame with a scooped back rail and multi-colored geometric patterned and striped fabric upholstery, resting on four tapered dowel...

Category

20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Directional Furniture

Materials

Fabric, Upholstery, Wood, Walnut

Hurricane Sofa by Vladimir Kagan for Directional

$9,900

Hurricane Sofa by Vladimir Kagan for Directional

By Directional, Vladimir Kagan

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

Mid-Century Armchairs by Kipp Stewart for Directional, Walnut & Cane

$14,800 / set

Mid-Century Armchairs by Kipp Stewart for Directional, Walnut & Cane

By Kipp Stewart, Directional

Located in Queens, NY

Pair of American Mid-Century pull up chairs with rounded back walnut frames with caned backs and sides and blue leather seat cushions, resting o...

Category

20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Directional Furniture

Materials

Wood, Leather, Upholstery, Walnut

Midcentury Burled Nesting Tables by Directional

$2,295 / set

Midcentury Burled Nesting Tables by Directional

By Directional

Located in Bridgeport, CT

Classic Mid Century Parsons style nesting tables made by Directional in thick burl veneer over solid wood cores. Very well crafted and solid feeling with corner blocking. The tops ma...

Category

1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Directional Furniture

Materials

Burl

Set of Eight Chrome Cityscape Dining Chairs by Paul Evans for Directional

$24,000 / set

Set of Eight Chrome Cityscape Dining Chairs by Paul Evans for Directional

By Paul Evans, Directional

Located in Atlanta, GA

A nice set of eight cityscape dining chairs by Paul Evans for Directional, circa 1974. The set consists of two armchairs model PE-241 and six side chairs model PE-240. Chromed steel ...

Category

1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Directional Furniture

Materials

Steel, Chrome

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.