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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Creator: Directional
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...
Category
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Directional Seating
Materials
Upholstery, Cane, Mahogany
McCobb Walnut and Brass Burnt Orange Sectional Sofa
By Directional, Paul McCobb
Located in Miami, FL
All original Paul McCobb walnut and brass two piece sectional sofa from the designer's coveted Directional collection. The rare Mid-Century Modern set features: a model 5006-L left arm sofa; a model 5004-R right arm loveseat; set-in arm detail; original burnt orange wool fabric; walnut legs; brass stretchers. 100% original condition. The perfect seating arrangement to accent any decor!
The couch measures approximately 77.5 in (196.85 cm) W x 34.5 in (87.63 cm) D x 32.5 in (82.55 cm) H. The settee measures approximately 51.5 in (130.81 cm) W x 34.5 in (87.63 cm) D x 32.5 in (82.55 cm) H. The two pieces can also be used together to create one long sofa measuring 129.75 inches (329.56 cm). The dimensions listed under Item Details are if the two pieces are used as a sectional with a square corner table...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Directional Seating
Materials
Brass
Pair of Milo Baughman for Directional American Polished Upholstered Armchairs
By Milo Baughman, Directional
Located in Queens, NY
Pair of American Mid-Century armchairs with polished chrome flat bar frames, upholstered in a textured tan fabric with removable seat cushions. (MILO BAUGHMAN FOR DIRECTIONAL)(PRICED...
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Directional Seating
Materials
Metal, Chrome
Pair of Directional Post Modern Swivel Chairs and Ottoman in Ivory Bouclé
By Directional
Located in Saint Louis, MO
Stylish, sculptural and incredibly comfortable pair of tilt and swivel wide seat lounge chairs by Directional. Our shop has carried several Directional and Vladimir Kagan style lounge chairs...
Category
1980s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Directional Seating
Materials
Bouclé, Upholstery
Vladimir Kagan Post Modern Scallop Chaise Lounge in Soft Ivory White Bouclé
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 scallop 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. Take an afternoon nap. Cozy up with a good book and a glass of wine, phone a friend and catch up or work on your laptop. Activities will be enjoyed all the more reclined atop this Vladimir Kagan Scallop Chaise Lounge...
Category
1980s American Post-Modern Vintage Directional Seating
Materials
Bouclé, Upholstery
20th Century American Lucite Four Seater Serpentine Sofa by Vladimir Kagan
By Vladimir Kagan, Directional
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A vintage Mid-Century Modern American four seater Serpentine sofa with two pillows, designed by Vladimir Kagan and produced by Directional in good condition. The seat backrest of the...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Directional Seating
Materials
Fabric, Bouclé, Upholstery, Lucite
Early Paul Evans Sculpted Bronze Throne Chair, Signed and Dated, 1969
By Directional, Paul Evans
Located in Culver City, CA
One of the most recognizable and important names in the American studio craft movement of the 1960's and 70's, Paul Evans was a groundbreaking pioneer in brutalism. Collaborating as well as sharing a showroom with Phillip Lloyd Powell until 1964 when Evans met the owner of Directional Furniture and created a line of 6 coffee tables to go into the Directional High Point, NC booth for the spring Market. As the story has been recounted by Dorsey Reading, the tables never even made it to the showroom floor. Evans soon found out the tables never even had the opportunity to be sold; obviously disappointed, owner of Directional, BG agreed to put the tables out on the showroom floor in New York City to placate Paul Evans. What happened can probably best be compared today with "going viral."
The coffee tables started flying off the floor, and the orders came rolling in. This fervor led to Evans creating eventually over 800 designs with Directional-- with the very first series being the "Sculptured Metal" Collection which was publicized in 1968.
This piece specifically is a throne chair that also swivels. Upholstered in black leather, this throne chair is a wonderful example of Paul Evans Sculpted bronze technique, which involves hand sculpting using an epoxy resin and coating in an atomized cold cast bronze. This piece is signed and dated "PE 69" making it an early example of his goopy cast bronze series and line of furniture for Directional.
It's extremely important to note: Directional Furniture showrooms in New York City and Chicago were private to-the-trade only showrooms, so only interior designers and their clients were able to custom order these pieces through the showroom. There was never any "inventory" of furniture. Each and every piece was a custom, hand crafted work of art, created to order. No two of any piece were ever alike.
Evans eventually went on to employ a team of nearly 90 people, working two shifts-- helping to hand-craft his designs. This could easily explain why not every piece is hand signed, therefore making an early, had-signed pieces like this even more desirable for a collector.
This piece has a wonderful patina, with vibrant colors and while still brutalist in nature, it's a bit more subdued and could effortlessly be blended into any contemporary environment. We currently have this piece in the gallery paired with a Vladimir Kagan serpentine cloud sofa, and a Karl Springer goatskin...
Category
1960s American Brutalist Vintage Directional Seating
Materials
Bronze
Paul McCobb 312 Armchair for Directional
By Paul McCobb, Directional
Located in San Diego, CA
Perfect slipper chair by Paul McCobb 312 Armchair for Directional in Maharam Mode: Saltwater. Reupholster in new fabric and foam. Great chair with clean understated lines.
These c...
Category
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Directional Seating
Materials
Upholstery
$3,400 Sale Price
20% Off
Mid-Century Modern Sculptural Lounge Chair by Vladimir Kagan for Directional
By Vladimir Kagan, Directional
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A stunning dramatic form lounge chair designed by Vladimir Kagan and produced by Directional in the 1980's. Its retains the original upholstery which needs to be recovered. Padding a...
Category
1980s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Directional Seating
Materials
Fabric
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 Seating
Materials
Steel
Vladimir Kagan for Directional "Marilyn" Chaise Lounge, Circa Early 1990s
By Vladimir Kagan, Directional
Located in Peabody, MA
A post modern sculptural chaise longue by Vladimir Kagan for Directional, the "Marilyn", circa early 1990s. Needs to be recovered; ready for you to add your personal touch.
Category
1990s American Post-Modern Directional Seating
Materials
Upholstery
20th Century American Directional Sofa - Vintage Curved Settee by Vladimir Kagan
By Vladimir Kagan, Directional
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
$19,600 Sale Price
20% Off
Serpentine Style Sofa with Chrome Feet by Directional Furniture
By Directional
Located in New York, NY
Iconic, curved "Serpentine" style sofa by Directional Furniture. This left arm facing sofa with polished chrome feet, has been reupholstered by Venfield in a white Holly Hunt, indoo...
Category
2010s American Mid-Century Modern Directional Seating
Materials
Chrome
Paul Mccobb for Directional Walnut Slipper Chairs
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)...
Category
20th Century American Other Directional Seating
Materials
Walnut
Pair of Taupe Linen Modern Sofas from Steve Chase Residence, Illuminated!
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 European linen blend fabric and reupholstering these the way they deserved to be. The taupe tanish/silver linen fabric has a high end almost metallic sheen to it. The left and right pair of sofas were designed and made by Directional in the 1980s. . They look very much in the style of Kagan or Springer. The part that makes them so chic is the end with a curved chaise...
Category
1980s North American Modern Vintage Directional Seating
Materials
Linen
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...
Category
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Directional Seating
Materials
Brass
Linen Dining Chairs by Directional Furniture Co, Set of 6
By Directional
Located in Lake Worth, FL
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1991 Set of 6 Linen...
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1990s American Mid-Century Modern Directional Seating
Materials
Linen
$1,996 Sale Price / set
20% Off
Mid Century Kipp Stewart “Arc Lounge Chairs” for Directional
By Kipp Stewart, Directional
Located in Baltimore, MD
A stunning pair of mid-century modern 1960s “Arc” lounge chairs designed by Kipp Stewart for Directional furniture. An exceptional pair, both for their form and quality. The pair emb...
Category
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Directional Seating
Materials
Chrome
Magnificent Directional Biscuit Tufted Party Sofa Midcentury
By Milo Baughman, Directional
Located in Pemberton, NJ
Magnificent Milo Baughman style Directional biscuit tufted party sofa. This sofa was re-upholstered about 15 years ago and would be best-redone again-few pulls to the front of the ar...
Category
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Directional Seating
Materials
Upholstery
$6,280 Sale Price
20% Off
Paul McCobb Irwin Collection Mahogany and Woven Leather Armchairs, Pair
By Paul McCobb, Directional
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 Seating
Materials
Leather, Mahogany
20th Century, American Nautilus Lounge Chair & Ottoman by Vladimir Kagan
By Vladimir Kagan, Directional
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A vintage single Mid-Century Modern American Nautilus lounge chair with a sculptural, half round moon shape ottoman, designed by Vladimir Kagan a...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Directional Seating
Materials
Fabric, Bouclé, Upholstery, Wood
$8,160 Sale Price / set
20% Off
Pair of Vladimir Kagan Directional Nautilus Corkscrew Swivel Chairs Black & Blue
By Directional, Vladimir Kagan
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Designed by Vladimir Kagan for prestigious manufacturer Directional, this symmetrical (left and right) pair of chairs are rare and exclusive. Their distinct and organic design featur...
Category
1980s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Directional Seating
Materials
Upholstery, Wood
Paul McCobb for Directional Midcentury Occasional Lounge Chairs, Pair
By Paul McCobb, Directional
Located in Countryside, 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
Swivel Chair and Ottoman by Milo Baughman for Directional
By Milo Baughman, Directional
Located in Denton, TX
Swivel chair and Ottoman by Milo Baughman for Directional. Swivel and rocking chair with a ottoman on castors. Original label attached. Ottoman meas...
Category
Mid-20th Century North American Modern Directional Seating
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Vladimir Kagan Post Modern Ivory Bouclé Swivel Chairs & Ottoman for Directional
By Vladimir Kagan, Directional
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...
Category
1980s American Post-Modern Vintage Directional Seating
Materials
Bouclé, Upholstery
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
$4,496 Sale Price / set
25% Off
1980s Directional Kagan Black Microsuede and Leather Swivel Chairs, Set of 2
By Directional
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
On offer on this occasion is one of the most stunning, chairs you could hope to find. This is an ultra-rare opportunity to acquire what is, unequivocally, the best of the best, it be...
Category
1980s American Post-Modern Vintage Directional Seating
Materials
Leather, Upholstery, Wood
Post Modern Directional Pouf Ottoman in Teddy Bear Camel Bouclé
By Directional
Located in Saint Louis, MO
Timelessly sexy and oh so versatile pouf ottoman by Directional professionally reupholstered in super soft camel color teddy bear bouclé with a high durability rating (over 50k doubl...
Category
1990s American Post-Modern Directional Seating
Materials
Bouclé, Upholstery
Serpentine Cloud Sofa
By Directional
Located in Hamburg, PA
A vintage 1990s Serpentine Cloud Sofa. The fabric on the Cloud Sofa is supple, soft, and ready to place. This sofa would look great in any Mid-Century Mode...
Category
1990s American Mid-Century Modern Directional Seating
Materials
Ultrasuede
$6,500
Paul McCobb for Directional #1322 Upholstered Black Rim Lounge Chair
By Directional, Paul McCobb
Located in Bainbridge, NY
Paul McCobb for Directional Furniture 1322 lounge chair, loose seat cushion. Circa 1950s. Featuring a Black ebonized Walnut frame, tapered legs and comfortable curved and cushioned b...
Category
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Directional Seating
Materials
Fabric, Walnut
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...
Category
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Directional Seating
Materials
Upholstery, Wood
Post Modern Directional Style Swivel Lounge Chair
By Directional
Located in Houston, TX
Post Modern Vladimir Kagan for Directional swivel lounge chair. This unusual iconic Kagan swivel chair has a high b...
Category
1980s American Post-Modern Vintage Directional Seating
Materials
Bouclé
Paul McCobb for Directional Mid Century Walnut and Cane Dining Chairs, Set of 6
By Paul McCobb, Directional
Located in Countryside, IL
Paul McCobb for Directional Mid Century walnut and cane dining chairs - set of 6
Each armless chair measures: 16.5 wide x 16.5 deep x 34.5 high, with a seat height of 17.25 inches...
Category
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Directional Seating
Materials
Cane, Walnut
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 Seating
Materials
Fabric, Upholstery
Pair Mid-Century Modern Jack Larsen Style Directional Sedgefield Swivel Chairs
By Directional, Sedgefield
Located in Wayne, NJ
Mid-Century Modern Pair of Eye-catching 360 Swivel Lounge Chairs By Directional Design for Sedgefield with a Paisley Jack Lenor Larsen Style Fabric .
Category
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Directional Seating
Materials
Upholstery
$3,950 Sale Price
21% Off
Comfortable Lounge Chair and Ottoman by Milo Baughman for Directional
By Milo Baughman, Directional
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Comfortable lounge chair and ottoman by Milo Baughman for Directional.
Labeled with original tag.
Measurements listed are for the armchair. The ottoman is 32 in. wide x 25 in. deep...
Category
1980s American Modern Vintage Directional Seating
Materials
Upholstery
1970s Vintage Mid-century Milo Baughman Chrome Lounge Chairs, Pair
By Milo Baughman, Directional
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
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 Seating
Materials
Bouclé, Upholstery
$6,400 Sale Price / set
46% Off
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 Seating
Materials
Upholstery, Wood
Pair of Milo Baughman Style Lounge Chairs
By Directional, Milo Baughman
Located in Chicago, IL
Pair of Milo Baughman Style Lounge Chairs, Reupholstered in Alpaca.
Made in Italy
Dimensions:
29" high
25" wide
27.50" deep
18.50" set height
Category
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Directional Seating
Materials
Alpaca
$5,200 Sale Price / set
20% Off
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...
Category
1980s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Directional Seating
Materials
Bouclé
$7,400 Sale Price
20% Off
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...
Category
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Directional Seating
Materials
Upholstery, Wood
$2,880 Sale Price
20% Off
Paul McCobb Connoisseur Collection Black Lacquered Mahogany and Brass Armchairs
By Paul McCobb, Directional
Located in South Bend, IN
An exceptional pair of Mid-Century Modern armchairs
By Paul McCobb for Directional, "Connoisseur Collection"
USA, 1950s
Elegant black lacquered sculpted mahogany frames, with upho...
Category
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Directional Seating
Materials
Brass
Vintage 'Waterfall' Bench by Directional
By Directional
Located in Dallas, TX
Sculptural and modern 1980's Directional waterfall bench in the style of Milo Baughman or Karl Springer. This on-trend bench exudes elegance and will turn heads. Wonderful scroll sha...
Category
1980s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Directional Seating
Materials
Velvet, Wood
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...
Category
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Directional Seating
Materials
Velvet, Wood
Vladimir Kagan Design Channel Back Swivel Chairs
By Directional, Vladimir Kagan
Located in Dallas, TX
Matching pair of stylish and very comfortable lounge chairs by Vladimir Kagan design for Directional Inc. from the early 1980s. Each professionally custom upholstered swivel chair, b...
Category
1980s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Directional Seating
Materials
Upholstery, Wood
$15,850 / set
Paul McCobb for Directional Mid Century Walnut and Cane Lounge Chair
By Paul McCobb, Directional
Located in Countryside, 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...
Category
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Directional Seating
Materials
Cane, Walnut
Pair of Poufs by Directional
By Directional
Located in Palm Springs, CA
Pair of 1980’s ottoman poufs designed by Directional.
Newly recovered in a jersey fabric.
Measurements: 24” Diameter, 18” High.
Category
1980s American Modern Vintage Directional Seating
Materials
Fabric, Foam
$3,000 / set
Channeled Postmodern Lounge Chair by Kipp Stewart for Directional
By Kipp Stewart, Directional
Located in Chicago, IL
c. 1970s. Brass base with new nubby wool upholstery. Designed by Kipp Stewart for Directional.
Category
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Directional Seating
Materials
Wool
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.
Category
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Directional Seating
Materials
Upholstery, Wood
Upholstered Bench by Directional
By Directional
Located in New York, NY
Upholstered bench by Directional. The bench has an off-white upholstery with a loose cushioned seat.
Category
1970s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Directional Seating
Materials
Upholstery
Paul McCobb For Directional Highback Lounge Chairs Model No. 409
By Paul McCobb, Directional
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Stunning pair of mid-century modern, model no. 409, highback lounge chairs designed by American designer, Paul McCobb, for Directional circa 1950s. The chairs feature contoured walnu...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Directional Seating
Materials
Upholstery, Walnut
Pair of Kipp Stewart for Directional Walnut, Cane, and Blue Leather Chairs
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 Seating
Materials
Wood, Leather, Upholstery, Walnut
Directional Modular Sectional Sofa, 1970
By Directional
Located in Chicago, IL
Directional modular sectional sofa, 1970. Original beautiful condition. Beautiful patina to leather. Wear consistent with age and use.
Category
1970s American Post-Modern Vintage Directional Seating
Materials
Leather
Vladimir Kagan Chaise Lounge for Directional
By Vladimir Kagan, Directional
Located in Chicago, IL
This Mauve Scalloped Chaise Lounge, is a masterpiece designed by Vladimir Kagan for Directional in the 1980s. It exudes timeless elegance and s...
Category
1980s American Post-Modern Vintage Directional Seating
Materials
Upholstery
Paul McCobb Lounge Chair in Original Turquoise Upholstery and Walnut
By Paul McCobb, Directional
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Paul McCobb for Directional Designs, lounge chair, model 1322, walnut, fabric, 1950s.
A design Paul McCobb model 1322 dating back to the 1950s. The quintessential design features o...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Directional Seating
Materials
Fabric, Walnut
Large Three Piece Sectional Sofa by Directional. Black/White Fabric. Signed.
By Directional
Located in Kansas City, MO
L shaped sectional sofa by Directional in a beautiful black and white patterned fabric with a snakeskin like appearance. This is from the original owner and was placed in a large, rarely used living...
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Directional Seating
Materials
Upholstery, Wood
Post Modern High Arm Bench by Directional, 1970
By Directional
Located in Chicago, IL
Post Modern high arm bench by Directional, 1970. Original upholstery.
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1970s American Post-Modern Vintage Directional Seating
Materials
Upholstery
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 ...
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Directional Seating
Materials
Steel, Chrome
1970s Emerald Green Upholstered Settee by Paul Evans for Directional
By Paul Evans, Directional
Located in Hartville, OH
This beauty by Paul Evans for Directional Furniture just finished up at upholstery masters @copleypholstery. Wrapped in a decadent GP&J Baker Lee Jofa Velvet. Extraordinary to the to...
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Directional Seating
Materials
Upholstery
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.
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