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Directional Seating

​​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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Directional 5 Piece Serpentine Sectional Sofa
Directional 5 Piece Serpentine Sectional Sofa

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...

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1980s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Directional Seating

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Leather

Pair of Directional Petrified Needlepoint Cotton Felt Upholstered Lounge Chairs
Pair of Directional Petrified Needlepoint Cotton Felt Upholstered Lounge Chairs

Pair of Directional Petrified Needlepoint Cotton Felt Upholstered Lounge Chairs

By Directional, Kipp Stewart

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...

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

Materials

Upholstery

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

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 ...

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Directional Seating

Materials

Brass

Larry Laslo for Directional Down Sofa, Pair Available
Larry Laslo for Directional Down Sofa, Pair Available

Larry Laslo for Directional Down Sofa, Pair Available

By Larry Laslo, Directional

Located in New York, NY

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

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20th Century American Modern Directional Seating

Materials

Upholstery, Wood, Down

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

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

By Directional, Vladimir Kagan

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

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

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

Materials

Fabric, Cotton, Upholstery, Wood

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

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

By Paul McCobb, Directional

Located in St. Louis, MO

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

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Directional Seating

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

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

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

By Directional, Larry Laslo

Located in Jensen Beach, FL

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

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Late 20th Century Directional Seating

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

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

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

By Paul McCobb, Directional

Located in Grand Rapids, MI

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

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Directional Seating

Materials

Brass

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

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...

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

Materials

Upholstery, Walnut

Directional Mid Century Dining Chairs - Set of 6
Directional Mid Century Dining Chairs - Set of 6

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...

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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Directional Seating

Materials

Upholstery, Cane, Wood

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

By Vladimir Kagan, Directional

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...

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1990s American Post-Modern Directional Seating

Materials

Bouclé, Upholstery

Mid Century Paul McCobb for Directional Lounge Chair 1950s
Mid Century Paul McCobb for Directional Lounge Chair 1950s

Mid Century Paul McCobb for Directional Lounge Chair 1950s

By Paul McCobb, Directional

Located in Troy, MI

Exceptional lounge chair designed by Paul McCobb for Directional circa 1950s Sculpted alnut frame with splayed legs and fluted armrests Uphols...

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

Materials

Fabric, Walnut

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

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...

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1980s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Directional Seating

Materials

Upholstery

Paul McCobb for Directional Mid Century Walnut and Cane Lounge Chair
Paul McCobb for Directional Mid Century Walnut and Cane Lounge Chair

Paul McCobb for Directional Mid Century Walnut and Cane Lounge Chair

By Paul McCobb, Directional

Located in Franklin Park, IL

Paul McCobb for Directional Mid Century Walnut and Cane Lounge Chair This lounge chair measures: 24.25 wide x 26.5 deep x 31.5 high, with a seat height of 17 and arm height/chair cl...

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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Directional Seating

Materials

Cane, Walnut

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

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

By Directional, Vladimir Kagan

Located in Saint Louis, MO

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

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1980s American Post-Modern Vintage Directional Seating

Materials

Bouclé, Upholstery

Blush Pink Boucle Sculptural Sofa by Directional, circa 1980
Blush Pink Boucle Sculptural Sofa by Directional, circa 1980

Blush Pink Boucle Sculptural Sofa by Directional, circa 1980

By Directional

Located in Saint Louis, MO

One look at this sofa, and you're hooked. The perfect pink blush-tone bouclé fabric and the soft, inviting curves are so seductive. It evokes a warm, loving feeling that is soothing, welcoming and inviting - like a blush rose. You can't help but to cheer up...

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1980s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Directional Seating

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Bouclé

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

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

By Milo Baughman, Directional

Located in Berlin, DE

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

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Directional Seating

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

Paul Mccobb for Directional Walnut Slipper Chairs Model #1320
Paul Mccobb for Directional Walnut Slipper Chairs Model #1320

Paul Mccobb for Directional Walnut Slipper Chairs Model #1320

By Directional, Paul McCobb

Located in Lynn, MA

Rare pair of Paul McCobb designed Model #1320 slipper chairs for Directional. Solid walnut frames with high quality performance treated boucle ( spill, stain and moisture resistant)...

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20th Century American Other Directional Seating

Materials

Walnut

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

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...

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

Materials

Upholstery, Walnut

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

By Directional, Kipp Stewart

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...

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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Directional Seating

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Chrome

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

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

By 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 Seating

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Bronze

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

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 Seating

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

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

By Directional, Vladimir Kagan

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...

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Late 20th Century Mid-Century Modern Directional Seating

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

Handsome Milo Baughman Directional Cube Lounge Chair Mid-Century Modern
Handsome Milo Baughman Directional Cube Lounge Chair Mid-Century Modern

Handsome Milo Baughman Directional Cube Lounge Chair Mid-Century Modern

By Milo Baughman, Directional

Located in Pemberton, NJ

Handsome Milo Baughman for Directional even arm cube lounge chair. This chair was re-upholstered about 15 years ago in a stylish turquoise blue cotton ve...

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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Directional Seating

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

Newly Upholstered Wingback Sofa 1307 by Paul McCobb for Directional, US, 1950s
Newly Upholstered Wingback Sofa 1307 by Paul McCobb for Directional, US, 1950s

Newly Upholstered Wingback Sofa 1307 by Paul McCobb for Directional, US, 1950s

By Directional, Paul McCobb

Located in Berlin, DE

Paul McCobb sofa model 1307 for Directional features a slight winged back resting on a maple frame that gives the sofa a floating look with loose cushions on seat and back. Newly reu...

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

Materials

Fabric, Upholstery, Wood, Maple

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

Pair of Milo Baughman Style Lounge Chairs

$5,200Sale Price / set|20% Off

Pair of Milo Baughman Style Lounge Chairs

By Milo Baughman, Directional

Located in Chicago, IL

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

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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Directional Seating

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Alpaca

Sculptural Swivel Upholster Lounge, Side Chairs by Michael Wolk for Directional
Sculptural Swivel Upholster Lounge, Side Chairs by Michael Wolk for Directional

Sculptural Swivel Upholster Lounge, Side Chairs by Michael Wolk for Directional

By Directional

Located in North Miami, FL

These amazing fully restored pair of Michael Wolk sculptural swivel side or lounge chairs are stunning. These were designs by Michael Work for Directional in 1997. They have been new...

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1990s American Modern Directional Seating

Materials

Stainless Steel

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

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

By Paul Evans, Directional

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. We can also reupholster thes...

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1960s North American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Directional Seating

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Chrome

Leather/Chrome Sled Settee by Arthur Umanoff for Directional
Leather/Chrome Sled Settee by Arthur Umanoff for Directional

Leather/Chrome Sled Settee by Arthur Umanoff for Directional

By Directional, Arthur Umanoff

Located in Chicago, IL

c. 1970s. USA. Reupholstered/refoamed in tan leather

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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Directional Seating

Materials

Chrome

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

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 Seating

Materials

Chrome

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

By Directional, Milo Baughman

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...

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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Directional Seating

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Brass

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

By Directional, Vladimir Kagan

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...

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Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Directional Seating

Materials

Mohair, Wood

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

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...

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1980s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Directional Seating

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

Paul McCobb Mid-Century Curved Walnut Four Seat Sofa, From Calvin Group mid 50s.
Paul McCobb Mid-Century Curved Walnut Four Seat Sofa, From Calvin Group mid 50s.

Paul McCobb Mid-Century Curved Walnut Four Seat Sofa, From Calvin Group mid 50s.

By Directional, Paul McCobb

Located in Dublin 8, IE

This is a very rare and early piece from the Paul McCobb range and not only that but it's also extremely elegant with wonderful yet simple lines and flourishes throughout. The walnut...

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

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Textile, Walnut

Vladimir Kagan A-Symmetric Settee in Ivory Bouclé by Directional, c. 1991
Vladimir Kagan A-Symmetric Settee in Ivory Bouclé by Directional, c. 1991

Vladimir Kagan A-Symmetric Settee in Ivory Bouclé by Directional, c. 1991

By Directional, Vladimir Kagan

Located in Saint Louis, MO

Asymmetrical and chic Directional Vladimir Kagan Post Modern Settee professionally reupholstered in soft ivory white bouclé. All new cushioning and u...

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1990s American Post-Modern Directional Seating

Materials

Bouclé, Upholstery

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

Paul McCobb 312 Armchair for Directional

By Directional, Paul McCobb

Located in San Diego, CA

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

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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Directional Seating

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Upholstery

Paul Evans for Directional Set of Eight Dining Chairs
Paul Evans for Directional Set of Eight Dining Chairs

Paul Evans for Directional Set of Eight Dining Chairs

By Directional, Paul Evans

Located in Kansas City, MO

Set of eight dining chairs designed by Paul Evans and produced by Directional. Two armchairs and six side chairs, all expertly reupholstered a grey Maharam fabric. Great style and co...

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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Directional Seating

Materials

Upholstery, Mahogany

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

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.

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1980s American Post-Modern Vintage Directional Seating

Materials

Upholstery

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

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...

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1980s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Directional Seating

Materials

Upholstery

Marilyn Chaise by Vladimir Kagan for Directional
Marilyn Chaise by Vladimir Kagan for Directional

Marilyn Chaise by Vladimir Kagan for Directional

By Vladimir Kagan, Directional

Located in Chicago, IL

c. 1990s. Reupholstered in green jacquard fabric. Tagged. Has unique feet which are not on any other models online.

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1990s American Post-Modern Directional Seating

Materials

Fabric

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

By Directional, Paul McCobb

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...

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Directional Seating

Materials

Fabric, Wood

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

Pair of Swivel "Corkscrew” Lounge Chairs by Vladimir Kagan

By Directional, Vladimir Kagan

Located in Palm Springs, CA

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

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1990s American Mid-Century Modern Directional Seating

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Fabric

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

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

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...

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1980s North American Modern Vintage Directional Seating

Materials

Linen

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

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

By Paul McCobb, Directional

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...

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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Directional Seating

Materials

Upholstery, Cane, Mahogany

Paul McCobb for Directional Midcentury Occasional Lounge Chairs, Pair
Paul McCobb for Directional Midcentury Occasional Lounge Chairs, Pair

Paul McCobb for Directional Midcentury Occasional Lounge Chairs, Pair

By Directional, Paul McCobb

Located in Franklin Park, IL

Paul McCobb for Directional midcentury occasional lounge chairs - pair. Each chair measures: 24.75 wide x 21 deep x 29.5 inches high, with a seat height of 17 and arm height/chair...

Category

1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Directional Seating

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

Beige Offwhite Alcantara Suede Corkscrew Nautilus Swivel Chairs Directional Mint
Beige Offwhite Alcantara Suede Corkscrew Nautilus Swivel Chairs Directional Mint

Beige Offwhite Alcantara Suede Corkscrew Nautilus Swivel Chairs Directional Mint

By Directional, Vladimir Kagan

Located in Rockaway, NJ

Beige off white alcantara suede corkscrew nautilus swivel chairs directional mint.

Category

20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Directional Seating

Materials

Upholstery, Ultrasuede

1970s Vintage Mid-century Milo Baughman Chrome Lounge Chairs, Pair
1970s Vintage Mid-century Milo Baughman Chrome Lounge Chairs, Pair

1970s Vintage Mid-century Milo Baughman Chrome Lounge Chairs, Pair

By Directional, Milo Baughman

Located in Miami, FL

1970s Vintage Mid-century Milo Baughman Chrome Lounge Chairs, Pair Offered for sale is a pair of Milo Baughman chrome lounge chairs, made in the 1970s, with tufted (believed to be ...

Category

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

Materials

Chrome

Directional Lounge Chair and Ottoman
Directional Lounge Chair and Ottoman

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 Seating

Materials

Ultrasuede

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

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 Seating

Materials

Bouclé

Vladimir Kagan for Directional Mid Century Swivel Lounge Chair
Vladimir Kagan for Directional Mid Century Swivel Lounge Chair

Vladimir Kagan for Directional Mid Century Swivel Lounge Chair

By Vladimir Kagan, Directional

Located in Franklin Park, IL

Vladimir Kagan for Directional Mid Century Swivel Lounge Chair This chair measures: 32 wide x 35 deep x 32 high, with a seat height of 18 inches Good Vintage Condition. We take ou...

Category

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

Materials

Upholstery

Paul McCobb for Directional Mid Century Angle Arm Sofa
Paul McCobb for Directional Mid Century Angle Arm Sofa

Paul McCobb for Directional Mid Century Angle Arm Sofa

By Directional, Paul McCobb

Located in Franklin Park, IL

Paul McCobb for Directional Mid Century Angle Arm Sofa This sofa measures:76.5 wide x 33 deep x 33.5 inches high, with a seat height of 16.5 and arm he...

Category

1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Directional Seating

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

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

Larry Laslo Designed Chairs for Directional

By Directional, Larry Laslo

Located in Brooklyn, NY

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

Category

20th Century Mid-Century Modern Directional Seating

Materials

Fabric

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

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 Seating

Materials

Fabric

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

Magnificent Directional Biscuit Tufted Party Sofa Midcentury

By Directional, Milo Baughman

Located in Pemberton, NJ

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

Category

1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Directional Seating

Materials

Upholstery

American Mid-Century Modern Armchair, Paul McCobb
American Mid-Century Modern Armchair, Paul McCobb

American Mid-Century Modern Armchair, Paul McCobb

By Paul McCobb, Directional

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 Seating

Materials

Walnut

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

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 Seating

Materials

Steel, Chrome

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

Paul McCobb Lounge Chair in Original Turquoise Upholstery and Walnut

By Directional, Paul McCobb

Located in Waalwijk, NL

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

Category

1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Directional Seating

Materials

Fabric, Walnut

Directional seating for sale on 1stDibs.

Directional seating 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 seating, although brown editions of this piece are particularly popular. Many of the original seating by Directional were created in the mid-century modern style in north america during the 20th century. If you’re looking for additional options, many customers also consider seating by Craft Associates, Harvey Probber, and Jens Risom. Prices for Directional seating can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these items begin at $750 and can go as high as $48,000, while a piece like these, on average, fetch $7,400.
Questions About Directional Seating
  • 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.