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
Early Paul Evans Sculpted Bronze Throne Chair, Signed and Dated, 1969
By Paul Evans, Directional
Located in Culver City, CA
One of the most recognizable and important names in the American studio craft movement of the 1960's and 70's, Paul Evans was a groundbreaking pioneer in brutalism. Collaborating as well as sharing a showroom with Phillip Lloyd Powell until 1964 when Evans met the owner of Directional Furniture and created a line of 6 coffee tables to go into the Directional High Point, NC booth for the spring Market. As the story has been recounted by Dorsey Reading, the tables never even made it to the showroom floor. Evans soon found out the tables never even had the opportunity to be sold; obviously disappointed, owner of Directional, BG agreed to put the tables out on the showroom floor in New York City to placate Paul Evans. What happened can probably best be compared today with "going viral."
The coffee tables started flying off the floor, and the orders came rolling in. This fervor led to Evans creating eventually over 800 designs with Directional-- with the very first series being the "Sculptured Metal" Collection which was publicized in 1968.
This piece specifically is a throne chair that also swivels. Upholstered in black leather, this throne chair is a wonderful example of Paul Evans Sculpted bronze technique, which involves hand sculpting using an epoxy resin and coating in an atomized cold cast bronze. This piece is signed and dated "PE 69" making it an early example of his goopy cast bronze series and line of furniture for Directional.
It's extremely important to note: Directional Furniture showrooms in New York City and Chicago were private to-the-trade only showrooms, so only interior designers and their clients were able to custom order these pieces through the showroom. There was never any "inventory" of furniture. Each and every piece was a custom, hand crafted work of art, created to order. No two of any piece were ever alike.
Evans eventually went on to employ a team of nearly 90 people, working two shifts-- helping to hand-craft his designs. This could easily explain why not every piece is hand signed, therefore making an early, had-signed pieces like this even more desirable for a collector.
This piece has a wonderful patina, with vibrant colors and while still brutalist in nature, it's a bit more subdued and could effortlessly be blended into any contemporary environment. We currently have this piece in the gallery paired with a Vladimir Kagan serpentine cloud sofa, and a Karl Springer goatskin...
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1960s American Brutalist Vintage Directional Furniture
Materials
Bronze
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
Materials
Fabric
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
Directional, Dresser, Walnut, Cane, USA, 1960s
By Directional
Located in High Point, NC
A walnut and cane dresser designed and produced by Directional Furniture, USA, c. 1960s.
Touch ups carried out.
Dimensions: 32” H x 72.2” W x 18.1” D
Category
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Directional Furniture
Materials
Cane, Walnut
Vladimir Kagan Serpentine Cloud Sofa for Directional in Heavy Boucle
By Vladimir Kagan, Directional
Located in Culver City, CA
Step into the realm of luxury and design with this iconic Vladimir Kagan Cloud Sofa! Crafted with the finesse of a sculptor, this masterpiece is not just a piece of furniture; it's a...
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1990s American Modern Directional Furniture
Materials
Mohair
Vladimir Kagan Serpentine Cloud Sofa for Directional in Heavy Ivory Boucle
By Vladimir Kagan, Directional
Located in Culver City, CA
Let’s be real: this Vladimir Kagan sofa is an absolute dreamboat. Fully wrapped in a rich, ivory bouclé (yes, even that sexy double-disc base), it’s basically a cloud you can splay o...
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1990s American Modern Directional Furniture
Materials
Bouclé
Paul Evans for Directional Mid Century Burlwood and Brass Coffee Table
By Directional, Paul Evans
Located in Countryside, IL
Paul Evans for Directional Mid Century Burlwood and Brass Coffee Table
This coffee table measures: 48 wide x 35.75 deep x 15 inches high
All pieces of furniture can be had in what ...
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Directional Furniture
Materials
Brass
Paul Evans Patchwork Copper Cabinet with Slate Top and Wall Hanging Mirror 1960s
By Directional, Paul Evans
Located in Troy, MI
Matched credenza and mirror by Paul Evans Studio for Directional circa 1968
Model PE-38 two-door sideboard cabinet on recessed base
Copper brass and pewter patchwork exterior with ...
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1960s American Brutalist Vintage Directional Furniture
Materials
Slate, Brass, Copper, Pewter, Steel
Directional Postmodern Blue & White Lacquered Sideboard Credenza or Bar Cabinet
By Directional
Located in South Bend, IN
A rare and exceptional Postmodern lacquered sideboard, credenza, or bar cabinet
By Frederick Hayman-Chaffey for Directional
USA, 1980s
Measures: 84"W x 20.88"D x 32.5"H.
Very goo...
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1980s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Directional Furniture
Materials
Wood, Lacquer
Paul Evans for Directional Model PE-102 'Stalagmite' Dining Table Signed PE72
By Paul Evans, Directional
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Made by American Design icon Paul Evans, this table was sold by Directional after production in 1972. At this point in his career, Evans had perfected his formula. The sculptured bro...
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Directional Furniture
Materials
Metal, Bronze, Cut Steel
Paul McCobb Two Piece Sectional Sofa for Directional
By Paul McCobb, Directional
Located in St.Petersburg, FL
A wonderful two piece sectional designed by Paul McCobb for Directional. Features conical walnut feet with brass stretchers running front to back. Designed with the idea of an end ta...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Directional Furniture
Materials
Upholstery
Milo Baughman for Directional Mid-Century Modern Rosewood and Walnut Sideboard
By Milo Baughman, Directional
Located in South Bend, IN
A sleek and stylish Mid-Century Modern sideboard, credenza, or bar cabinet
By Milo Baughman for Directional, "Custom Collection"
USA, Circa 1960s
Gorgeous book-matched Brazilian r...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Directional Furniture
Materials
Brass
Paul Evans Wall-Hanging Console, Sculpted Bronze, Slate, Signed
By Paul Evans, Directional
Located in New York, NY
Paul Evans Wall-Hanging Console, Sculpted Bronze, Slate, Signed. In original condition and purchased from the original owner. Large scale chunky wall mounted shelf, finished dark in ...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Directional Furniture
Materials
Slate, Bronze
Paul McCobb for Directional Sculpted Mahogany and Cane Dining Chairs, Pair
By Directional, Paul McCobb
Located in South Bend, IN
A beautiful pair of Mid-Century Modern dining chairs or side chairs
By Paul McCobb for Directional
USA, 1950s
Elegant sculpted mahogany frames, with cane backs, and upholstered se...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Directional Furniture
Materials
Upholstery, Cane, Mahogany
Paul Evans Dining Table Cityscape Burl & Brass
By Directional, Paul Evans
Located in Hanover, MA
Paul Evans Cityscape dining table base with burl veneer and brass plated stainless steel tiles.
Base alone dimensions 28.5 x 49 x 19
Glass shown in photos for scale 72" x 40"
Category
1970s American Brutalist Vintage Directional Furniture
Materials
Brass
Vladimir Kagan Serpentine Cloud Sofa for Directional, Signed
By Vladimir Kagan, Directional
Located in Lambertville, NJ
Iconic Mid Century Modern Vladimir Kagan serpentine cloud sofa for Directional, USA circa 1970's. This highly collectable and des...
Category
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Directional Furniture
Materials
Ultrasuede, Lucite, Wood
Walnut Highboy Cabinet by Milo Baughman for Directional
By Directional, Milo Baughman
Located in Dorchester, MA
Designed by Milo Baughman for the Directional Furniture Company, this handsome walnut mid-century cabinet would work as well for an office as for a bedroom.
The lower case has tw...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Directional Furniture
Materials
Metal
Paul Evans for Directional PE-105/106 MCM Bronze Stalagmite Chairs - Set of 6
By Paul Evans, Directional
Located in Countryside, IL
Paul Evans for Directional PE-105/106 Mid Century Bronze Stalagmite Chairs - Set of 6
Each armless chair measures: 21 wide x 23 deep x 32.5 high, with a seat height of 18 inches
Eac...
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Directional Furniture
Materials
Bronze
Directional 5 Piece Serpentine Sectional Sofa
By Directional
Located in Southampton, NJ
Project Piece
Please note that this sectional will need to be reupholstered.
One of the best designs from Directional.
The most incredible Directional Serpentine Sofa that may possi...
Category
1980s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Directional Furniture
Materials
Leather
Paul Evans, "Cityscape" Dining Table, Mirror, Wood, Directional, USA, c. 1970
By Directional, Paul Evans
Located in High Point, NC
A wood and mirror "Cityscape" dining table designed by Paul Evans and produced by Directional, circa 1970.
Category
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Directional Furniture
Materials
Mirror, Wood
Vladimir Kagan for Directional Curved Post Modern Sofa
By Directional, Vladimir Kagan
Located in Chicago, IL
Stunning near mint condition 1980's Vladimir Kagan
Biomorphic Kidney Bean sofa for Directional.
Comes in it's original upholstery, purchased from the ...
Category
1980s American Vintage Directional Furniture
Materials
Upholstery, Wood, Bentwood
Paul McCobb for Directional Mahogany, Brass, and Leather Credenza, Refinished
By Paul McCobb, Calvin Furniture, Directional
Located in South Bend, IN
An exceptional Mid-Century Modern sliding door sideboard, credenza, or bar cabinet
By Paul McCobb for Directional and produced by Calvin Furniture
USA, 1950s
Mahogany, with brass ...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Directional Furniture
Materials
Brass
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
Kipp Stewart Directional Original Leather Stainless Steel Lounge Chair Ottoman
By Kipp Stewart, Directional
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Wow, original and buttery soft, off-white leather! On a polished and hefty stainless steel base. This super cool "Arc" lounge chair and ottoman, a complete and original matching set,...
Category
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Directional Furniture
Materials
Stainless Steel
Paul Evans Sculpted Bronze PE 128 "Stalagmite" Coffee Table 1971 (Signed)
By Directional, Paul Evans
Located in New York, NY
The work of Paul Evans is characterized by its seamless joining of art with functionality, the designers craftsmanship and his bold aesthetic. No where is this more evident than in t...
Category
1970s North American Brutalist Vintage Directional Furniture
Materials
Bronze, Sheet Metal
Paul Evans for Directional PE-102 Mid Century Stalagmite Bronze Dining Table
By Paul Evans, Directional
Located in Countryside, IL
Paul Evans for Directional PE-102 Mid Century Stalagmite Bronze Dining Table
This dining table measures: 90 wide x 47.75 deep x 28.75 inches high, with a chair clearance of 28 inche...
Category
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Directional Furniture
Materials
Bronze
Paul McCobb for Directional Black Eight Drawer Chest with Brass Leg Posts
By Paul McCobb, Directional
Located in Bainbridge, NY
Paul McCobb for Directional #7025 black Chest of Drawers. Featuring newly restored and re-enameled rectangular black enameled eight drawer Chest, Dresser, detailed with reflective Br...
Category
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Directional Furniture
Materials
Brass
Paul McCobb Irwin Collection Black Lacquer and Brass End Tables or Nightstands
By Calvin Furniture, Paul McCobb, Directional
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous pair of Mid-Century Modern end tables, side tables, or nightstands
By Paul McCobb for Directional and produced by Calvin Furniture, "Irwin Collection"
USA, 1950s
...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Directional Furniture
Materials
Brass
Milo Baughman Style Directional Mid Century Sofa
By Milo Baughman, Directional
Located in Countryside, IL
Milo Baughman Style Directional Mid Century Sofa
This sofa measures: 91.5 wide x 34 deep x 28 inches high, with a seat height of 15.5 and arm height of 26 inches
All pieces of furn...
Category
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Directional Furniture
Materials
Upholstery, Wood
Paul Evans Side Table, Copper, Bronze, Pewter, Patchwork, Slate
By Paul Evans, Directional
Located in New York, NY
Paul Evans Side Table, Copper, Bronze, Pewter, Patchwork, Slate. Chunky cube side with copper, bronze, and pewter (CBP) patchwork finish in a custom ordered size. According to Direct...
Category
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Directional Furniture
Materials
Slate, Bronze, Copper, Steel, Pewter
Mid-Century Post Modern Curved L Shaped Cloud Sectional Sofa by Directional
By Directional
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A sleek & stunning L shaped sectional sofa with incredible design lines. This well built sofa is by Directional furniture, circa 1980s. It features the original fabric in a 3 separat...
Category
1980s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Directional Furniture
Materials
Fabric
Paul Evans 'PE-19' Deep Relief Floating Wall Cabinet with Slate Top, 1964
By Directional, Paul Evans
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Stunning 'PE-19' Deep Relief floating wall cabinet by Paul Evans for Directional, produced in 1964, signed and dated 'PE 64'.
This incredible collectors piece is fabricated from patinated segments of enameled steel which have been welded with applied textures and patterns with a slate top and two cabinet doors which open to reveal a stained red wood interior with adjustable shelf. The fusion of these exterior materials formulates an exemplary piece which would be a welcome addition to any design connoisseurs collection.
We also carry other Paul Evans designs, including Cityscape, Patchwork Copper and Sculpted Metal Collections. Contact us for more information or see our other listings for more details.
This Paul Evans PE19...
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1960s American Brutalist Vintage Directional Furniture
Materials
Slate, Steel
Paul Evans 'PE-32' Patchwork Copper Cabinet with Slate Top for Directional, 1968
By Paul Evans, Directional
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Stunning 'PE-32' copper clad bar cabinet on casters by Paul Evans for Directional, produced in 1968 per original receipt which we have a copy of...
Category
1960s American Brutalist Vintage Directional Furniture
Materials
Brass, Copper, Pewter
Pair of Vladimir Kagan for Directional Nautilus Swivel Chairs
By Vladimir Kagan, Directional
Located in Houston, TX
Pair of Vladimir Kagan for Directional Nautilus Swivel Chairs.
Outstanding pair of Vladimir Kagan for Directional Nautilus swivel chairs. This stunning true opposing pair of Kagan Po...
Category
1970s American Post-Modern Vintage Directional Furniture
Materials
Bouclé
Paul McCobb, Armchairs, Walnut, Velvet, Cane, USA, 1950s
By Directional, Paul McCobb
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of walnut, green velvet and cane armchairs designed by Paul McCobb and produced by Directional, USA, c. 1950s.
Overall Dimensions (inches): 31.625"H x 24.125"W x 26.125"D
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Directional Furniture
Materials
Velvet, Cane, Walnut
Kipp Stewart for Directional 'Arc' Lounge Chairs in Brown Suede & Chromed Steel
By Kipp Stewart, Directional
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Designed by American design icon Kipp Stewart, these awesome chairs were made by Directional, known for their work with Paul Evans, Vladimir Kagan, Baughman, and others. True to thei...
Category
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Directional Furniture
Materials
Steel, Chrome
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...
Category
1970s Minimalist Vintage Directional Furniture
Materials
Upholstery
Paul Evans for Directional Brutalist Glass and Resin Coffee Table signed PE70
By Directional, Paul Evans
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...
Category
1970s American Brutalist Vintage Directional Furniture
Materials
Glass, Epoxy Resin
Early Paul Evans Sculpted Bronze Throne Chair, Signed and Dated, 1969
By Paul Evans, Directional
Located in Culver City, CA
One of the most recognizable and important names in the American studio craft movement of the 1960's and 70's, Paul Evans was a groundbreaking pioneer in brutalism. Collaborating as well as sharing a showroom with Phillip Lloyd Powell until 1964 when Evans met the owner of Directional Furniture and created a line of 6 coffee tables to go into the Directional High Point, NC booth for the spring Market. As the story has been recounted by Dorsey Reading, the tables never even made it to the showroom floor. Evans soon found out the tables never even had the opportunity to be sold; obviously disappointed, owner of Directional, BG agreed to put the tables out on the showroom floor in New York City to placate Paul Evans. What happened can probably best be compared today with "going viral."
The coffee tables started flying off the floor, and the orders came rolling in. This fervor led to Evans creating eventually over 800 designs with Directional-- with the very first series being the "Sculptured Metal" Collection which was publicized in 1968.
This piece specifically is a throne chair that also swivels. Upholstered in black leather, this throne chair is a wonderful example of Paul Evans Sculpted bronze technique, which involves hand sculpting using an epoxy resin and coating in an atomized cold cast bronze. This piece is signed and dated "PE 69" making it an early example of his goopy cast bronze series and line of furniture for Directional.
It's extremely important to note: Directional Furniture showrooms in New York City and Chicago were private to-the-trade only showrooms, so only interior designers and their clients were able to custom order these pieces through the showroom. There was never any "inventory" of furniture. Each and every piece was a custom, hand crafted work of art, created to order. No two of any piece were ever alike.
Evans eventually went on to employ a team of nearly 90 people, working two shifts-- helping to hand-craft his designs. This could easily explain why not every piece is hand signed, therefore making an early, had-signed pieces like this even more desirable for a collector.
This piece has a wonderful patina, with vibrant colors and while still brutalist in nature, it's a bit more subdued and could effortlessly be blended into any contemporary environment. We currently have this piece in the gallery paired with a Vladimir Kagan serpentine cloud sofa, and a Karl Springer goatskin...
Category
1960s American Brutalist Vintage Directional Furniture
Materials
Bronze
Pair of Paul Evans Cityscape Floating Night Stands for Directional, USA 1970s
By Directional, Paul Evans
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
Pair of Paul Evans Cityscape Floating Night Stands for Directional, USA 1970s
Brass and chrome tiles over wood with wood veneer face on pulls, both signed, one on bottom, one on side...
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1970s American Modern Vintage Directional Furniture
Materials
Brass, Chrome
Paul McCobb for Directional Off-White Velvet Sofa, 1950s
By Directional, Paul McCobb
Located in Miami, FL
Reupholstered Mid-Century Modern model 1307 light cream velvet sofa by Paul McCobb for Directional. The couch has been recovered in a gorgeous neutra...
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Directional Furniture
Materials
Velvet, Mahogany
Pair of Mid Century Modern Striped Side Tables by Milo Baughman for Directional
By Directional, Milo Baughman
Located in San Diego, CA
Restored beautiful striped wood end tables by Milo Baughman for Directioal. These are absolutely stunning in person. These tables are made of alternating rosewood, oak, and walnut. T...
Category
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Directional Furniture
Materials
Oak, Rosewood, Walnut
Vladimir Kagan Serpentine Cloud Sofa for Directional
By Directional, Vladimir Kagan
Located in Chino Hills, CA
For sale is an exquisite vintage modern serpentine sofa, a stunning piece designed by the renowned Vladimir Kagan for Directional in the 1990s. This sofa features a captivating swirl...
Category
1990s American Modern Directional Furniture
Materials
Fabric
Paul Evans Brutalist Mixed Metal Coffee Table for Directional
By Paul Evans, Directional
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Paul Evans Brutalist mixed metal coffee table for directional.
Category
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Directional Furniture
Materials
Brass, Copper, Pewter
Paul McCobb for Calvin Brass, Walnut and Travertine Marble Slab-Top
By Directional, Paul McCobb
Located in Chicago, IL
Paul McCobb for Calvin Brass, Walnut and Travertine Marble Slab-Top, Irwin Collection
Features: One-inch thick marble, Two Drawers with cut-out pulls and inner shelf space, label on ...
Category
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Directional Furniture
Materials
Travertine, Brass
Magnificent Directional Even Arm Sofa Jack Lenor Larsen Mid Century Modern
By Jack Lenor Larsen, Directional
Located in Pemberton, NJ
Magnificent Directional even arm sofa with Jack Lenor Larsen cut velvet fabric. This sofa is in very nice vintage condition with only light signs of wear. The original fabric is a ...
Category
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Directional Furniture
Materials
Upholstery, Walnut
Pair of Mid-Century Lounge Chairs by Paul McCobb for Directional, 1950s
By Directional, Paul McCobb
Located in Rosendahl, DE
Very comfortable and attractive pair of lounge chairs from the 1950s by Paul McCobb. The armchairs are newly upholstered and covered with a high-quality, off-white wool fabric.
Mode...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Directional Furniture
Materials
Wool, Wood
Sculptural Brutalist Coffee Table by Paul Evans
By Directional, Paul Evans
Located in Las Vegas, NV
From a one owner estate, comes the opportunity to own an authentic PE-13, coffee table base by Paul Evans for Directional. Table is signed PE 74. A great brutalist piece comprised ...
Category
20th Century Mid-Century Modern Directional Furniture
Materials
Bronze
Paul McCobb for Directional 314 Model High Back Lounge Chair in Grey Velvet
By Directional, Paul McCobb
Located in Culver City, CA
Available right now we have this absolutely gorgeous Paul McCobb for Directional, model 314 wingback lounge chair. This lounge chair is stunning-- very large in scale, and clad in fine cotton velvet that has a slight sheen.
This gorgeous wingback was designed in the 1950's by Paul McCobb for Directional furniture, which is known for its high quality manufacturing. Many famed designers such as Milo Baughman, Paul Evans and even Vladimir Kagan have designed for Directional furniture, as it's truly a furniture dynasty producer of legacy furniture...
Category
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Directional Furniture
Materials
Velvet, Walnut
Mid Century Paul Evans Cityscape Floating Shelf or Console Table Chrome & Brass
By Directional, Paul Evans
Located in Philadelphia, PA
An incredible design, a cityscape wall shelf designed by Paul Evans in the 1970's. The set features Fine heavy construction with brass & chrome clad patchwork design. Includes two L ...
Category
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Directional Furniture
Materials
Brass, Chrome
Paul McCobb Irwin Collection Mahogany and Brass Nightstands, Newly Refinished
By Calvin Furniture, Directional, Paul McCobb
Located in South Bend, IN
An outstanding pair of Mid-Century Modern bedside tables or occasional side tables
By Paul McCobb for Directional and produced by Calvin Furniture, "Irwin Collection"
USA, 1950s
M...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Directional Furniture
Materials
Brass
Vladimir Kagan Post Modern Clam Chaise Lounge in Soft Ivory White Bouclé 1980s
By Vladimir Kagan, Directional
Located in Saint Louis, MO
All enveloping luxurious comfort best describes this sexy Post Modern Chaise Lounge designed by Vladimir Kagan for Directional newly professionally upholstered in highly durable super soft ivory white bouclé. Famous for his use of curves and amorphous shapes in furnishings, this Vladimir Kagan clam form chaise lounge has an inviting profile and shape that beckons. The inner walls of the chaise provide all enveloping comfort with wide upholstered channels angled down towards the foot of the chaise. The channels - along with the texture of the ivory white bouclé - ventilate naturally keeping you cozy in winter and cool in summer. Unlike traditional chaise lounges that allow one to recline but are not typically plush, this Vladimir Kagan chaise is the antithesis. Super comfortable seat back, tall upholstered arm rests, thick cushioned seat, and angled upholstered side. Chic, sexy and luxurious. Works for all activities - naughty or nice - at all hours of the day. Enjoy your morning cup of tea or coffee while catching up on emails or reading the latest headlines. Cozy up with a good book and a glass of wine. Activities will be enjoyed all the more reclined atop this Vladimir Kagan Scallop Chaise...
Category
1980s American Post-Modern Vintage Directional Furniture
Materials
Bouclé, Upholstery
Paul Evans PE400 Faceted Dining Table in Walnut Burl & Chrome Plated Steel 1970s
By Paul Evans, Directional
Located in New York, NY
The Cityscape collection designed by Paul Evans was produced by Directional Furniture from 1970 until 1981. The collection drew inspiration from urban environments and architectural ...
Category
1970s American Modern Vintage Directional Furniture
Materials
Steel, Chrome
Kipp Stewart Midcentury Walnut Dining Table
By Kipp Stewart, Directional
Located in Atlanta, GA
Outstanding midcentury walnut dining table, designed by Kipp Stewart for Directional, American, circa 1960s. Beautiful grained walnut throughout. It expands from a compact ovaled squ...
Category
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Directional Furniture
Materials
Metal
Vladimir Kagan for Directional "Hurricane" Lounge Chair
By Directional, Vladimir Kagan
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vladimir Kagan for Directional "Hurricane" Lounge Chair. Outlandish and crazy! This one makes a statement! In it's original fleshy pink Boucle Fabric!
Category
1990s American Post-Modern Directional Furniture
Materials
Upholstery
Vladimir Kagan, Directional, Mid-Century Modern, Serpentine Cloud Sofa, Velvet
By Vladimir Kagan, Directional
Located in Manhasset, NY
Vladimir Kagan, Directional, Mid-Century Modern, Curved Cloud Sofa, Beige Velvet, Lucite, USA, 1980s
The Cloud Sofa, designed by Vladimir Kagan and produced by Directional in the 19...
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1980s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Directional Furniture
Materials
Velvet, Lucite
Milo Baughman Dining Table for Directional
By Milo Baughman, Directional
Located in Chicago, IL
Milo Baughman Dining Table for Directional, Striped multi-wood table top: rosewood, walnut, and ash. Two additional matching leaves.
The Table extends from 72" to 108" fully extended...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Directional Furniture
Materials
Ash, Rosewood, Walnut
Hanging Two Drawer Cabinet by Milo Baughman for Directional
By Directional, Milo Baughman
Located in Oakland, CA
Hanging cabinet attributed to Milo Baughman for Directional furniture, Crafted out of Philippine Mahogany with a dark rosewood finish. The cabinet has two drawers with brass pulls an...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Directional Furniture
Materials
Brass
Paul McCobb for Calvin Dining Set
By Paul McCobb, Directional
Located in Chicago, IL
Paul McCobb for Calvin Dining Set, Features Six Dining Chairs, Two Arm Chairs, and Four Side Chairs, a Rectangular Table in mahogany veneer original medium tone with a solid brass st...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Directional Furniture
Materials
Brass
Paul McCobb Irwin Collection Mahogany and Brass Marble Top Nightstands
By Calvin Furniture, Paul McCobb, Directional
Located in South Bend, IN
An outstanding pair of Mid-Century Modern bedside tables or occasional side tables
By Paul McCobb for Directional and produced by Calvin Furniture, "Irwin Collection"
USA, 1950s
M...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Directional Furniture
Materials
Marble, Brass
Exceptional Paul Evans for Directional Model PE24 Brutalist Welded Dining Table
By Paul Evans, Directional
Located in Philadelphia, PA
When I purchased this table from its original Pennsylvania owners, it had been neglected and for decades and covered with multiple layers of poorly applied paint. I had no idea what was underneath. After a week in the workshop, the colors began to reveal themselves, and I knew that this table was special.
Compared to virtually every PE24 I've ever seen, this example features colors and patterns to outdo any. Where most examples feature muted tones of blue, red, and brass beneath a dark outer coat, this table wears bright sky-blue, vibrant green, and even white, unheard of for this table. It also features a greater number of special graphics on the individual panels, such as a vertically elongated star...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Directional Furniture
Materials
Brass, Bronze, Steel
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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- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021While 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.