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Harvey Probber Furniture

American, 1922-2003

A popular designer who had his heyday from the late 1940s into the 1970s, Harvey Probber is one of the post-war American creative spirits whose work has been recently rediscovered by collectors. His designs are by-and-large simple and elegant, but his signal achievement was to pioneer one of the key innovations of mid-20th century furniture: sectional, or modular, seating.

Even as a teenager, the Brooklyn-born Probber was making sketches of furniture designs — and selling them to Manhattan furniture companies. He began working as a designer for an upholsterer once he finished high school and, apart from a few evening classes he took as an adult at Pratt Institute, he was self-taught about design and furniture making.

After wartime service — and a stint as a lounge singer — Probber founded his own company in the late 1940s. A lifelong familiarity with the needs of New York–apartment dwellers doubtless sparked his most noteworthy creation: a line of seating pieces in basic geometric shapes — wedges, squares, half-circles — that could be arranged and combined as needed. Modular furniture remained the core idea of Probber’s business throughout his career.

As a self-trained designer, Probber was never wed to any particular aesthetic. He preferred the simple lines now associated with mid-century modernism for their inherent practicality, but often used hardware to enliven the look of his pieces, or added elements — such as a ceramic insert in the center of a round dining table — that was visually interesting and could serve as a trivet. He gravitated toward bright fabrics with attractive, touchable textures that might be satin-like or nubbly. Above all, Probber insisted that the sofas, case goods and other products that came out of his Fall River, Massachusetts, factory be built to last.

“The quality of aging gracefully,” Probber once told an interviewer, is “design's fourth dimension.” This quality he realized: Probber furniture is just as useful and alluring now as it was when made — and maybe even more stylish.

Find a collection of vintage Harvey Probber side tables, sectional sofas, chairs and other furniture on 1stDibs.

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Creator: Harvey Probber
Harvey Probber Pair of Leather & Chrome Slipper Lounge Chairs Cantilevered Seats
By Harvey Probber
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This elegant pair of Probber lounge chairs has a dynamic profile acheived by the use of a cantalievered seat supported by polished stainless steel frames...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Harvey Probber Furniture

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Stainless Steel

Harvey Probber Non Matching Pair of Walnut 3 Drawers Nightstands End Tables
By Harvey Probber, Paul McCobb
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Harvey Probber non matching pair of walnut 3 drawers nightstands end tables mint.
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Harvey Probber Furniture

Materials

Mahogany, Walnut

Harvey Probber Mid-Century Modern Teak and Mahogany Nightstand, Newly Refinished
By Harvey Probber
Located in South Bend, IN
An exceptional Mid-Century Modern nightstand or side table By Harvey Probber USA, 1960s Teak, with ebonized mahogany banding, original mahogany and brass hardware, and brass...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Harvey Probber Furniture

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Brass

Mid-Century Club Chair and Ottoman by Harvey Probber
By Harvey Probber
Located in Dorchester, MA
This classic mid-century club chair by Harvey Probber offers a comfortable rest with down-filled cushions on an upholstered frame set on mahogany feet. The corresponding ottoman feat...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Harvey Probber Furniture

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Mahogany, Textile, Down

Harvey Probber Pair of Modern Swivel Cube Occasional Lounge Club Chairs, #1461
By Harvey Probber
Located in Toledo, OH
Pair of modern swivel cube occasional chairs by Harvey Probber. Original heavy wool Knoll fabric, cube form chairs on a round swivel base. Model # 1461, ci...
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Harvey Probber Furniture

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Wool

Magnificent Burl Harvey Probber Credenza Mid-Century Modern
By Harvey Probber
Located in Pemberton, NJ
Fantastic burl wood credenza by Harvey Probber. This cabinet has four drawers and two burled front sliding doors revealing two adjustable shelves.
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Harvey Probber Furniture

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Brass

Espresso Harvey Probber Sliding Doors Compartment 12 Drawers Credenza Dresser
By Harvey Probber
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Large Espresso Harvey Probber Sliding Doors Compartment 12 Drawers Credenza Dresser MINT.
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Harvey Probber Furniture

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Mahogany

Harvey Probber Mid Century Square Side Table
By Harvey Probber
Located in Countryside, IL
Harvey Probber mid century square side table The table measures: 30 wide x 30 deep x 16 inches high All pieces of furniture c...
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Harvey Probber Furniture

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Wood

Harvey Probber Brass Frame Bench, 1960
By Harvey Probber
Located in Chicago, IL
Beautiful brass frame bench by Harvey Probber circa 1960s. Fully restored, and reupholstered.
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Harvey Probber Furniture

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Brass

Harvey Probber Rosewood Dining Table with Brass Trim
By Harvey Probber
Located in Dallas, TX
A beautiful Classic Harvey Probber dining table in cocobolo rosewood with mahogany legs and brass trim. Table comes with two 16" leaves extending to 114". Table is 80" wide without l...
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Mid-20th Century North American Mid-Century Modern Harvey Probber Furniture

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Brass

Harvey Probber Espresso Mahogany Sliding Doors 10 Drawers Gentlemen's Chest Mint
By Harvey Probber
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Harvey Probber Espresso mahogany sliding doors 11 drawers gentlemen's chest highboy dresser mint Cork lined drawers.
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Harvey Probber Furniture

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Mahogany

Harvey Probber Mid-Century Brass and Bleached Mahogany Rolling Serving Bar Cart
By Harvey Probber
Located in Countryside, IL
Harvey Probber mid-century brass and bleached mahogany rolling serving bar cart. This cart measures: 49.5 wide x 17.5 deep x 32 inches high. All pieces of furniture can be had ...
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Harvey Probber Furniture

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Brass

Pair of Black Leather Harvey Probber Swivel Lounge Chairs
By Harvey Probber
Located in Dallas, TX
If you're looking for a set of classic barrel chairs that'll stand the test of time, consider Harvey Probber, Model 303A swiveling chairs. The chair's solid-body design is perfectly ...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Harvey Probber Furniture

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Wood, Leather

Mid Century Harvey Probber 3 Seater Sofa with Chrome Base
By Harvey Probber
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
1960's vintage Harvey robber 3 seat sofa with steel over wood plinth base. In original as is fabric.
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Harvey Probber Furniture

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Chrome

Harvey Probber Teak and Ebonized Mahogany Extension Dining Table, Refinished
By Harvey Probber
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous Mid-Century Modern extension dining table By Harvey Probber USA, 1960s Book-matched teak top, with ebonized mahogany trim and legs and brass-capped feet. Measu...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Harvey Probber Furniture

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Brass

Harvey Probber Mid Century Lounge Chairs, Pair
By Harvey Probber
Located in Countryside, IL
Harvey Probber Mid Century lounge chairs - Pair This chair measures: 26 wide x 26 deep x 29 inches high, with a seat height of 18 and arm height of 25.25 inches All pieces of f...
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Harvey Probber Furniture

Materials

Chrome

Harvey Probber Cane Stool
By Harvey Probber
Located in SAINT LOUIS, MO
A great example from Probber's Artisan Collection. This stool is a prototype of a design. We like to use it as a side table.
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Harvey Probber Furniture

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Cane, Wood

Minimalist 1960s Harvey Probber Credenza with Calacatta Marble Top
By Harvey Probber
Located in Dallas, TX
Well proportioned credenza designed by Harvey Probber with Minimalist polished solid flat bar aluminum base and rectangular block hardware. The calacatta gold marble top has a really...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Harvey Probber Furniture

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Marble, Aluminum

Mid-Century Modern Harvey Probber Walnut & Travertine Marble Card / Dining Table
By Harvey Probber
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A beautiful octagonal form dining table designed and produced by Harvey Probber in the 1950s. It features solid walnut construction, inlayed travertine marble, and an X-form base.
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Harvey Probber Furniture

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Travertine

Harvey Probber Rosewood and Brass Breakfront Bookcase or Bar Cabinet, Refinished
By Harvey Probber
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous mid-century modern breakfront bookcase, sideboard, or bar cabinet By Harvey Probber USA, 1950s Rosewood, with brass trim. Mea...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Harvey Probber Furniture

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Brass

Custom Harvey Probber Rosewood / Lacquer and Steel Bi-Fold Door Cabinet
By Harvey Probber
Located in Buffalo, NY
Stunning cabinet custom made for M&T Corporate office's,,,downtown Buffalo NY,, Wonderful book-matched rosewood,,left and right b-fold doors /shelves.. center door /four drawers.. Bl...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Harvey Probber Furniture

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Steel

1950's Harvey Probber Leather Barrel Back Swivel Chairs
By Harvey Probber
Located in Dallas, TX
Pair of crisply tailored club/lounge chairs by Harvey Probber, circa 1950's. The chairs feature deep seats with loose seat cushions and enveloping barrel backs making a cozy embrace,...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Harvey Probber Furniture

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Brass

Pair of Harvey Probber Enameled Copper Flower Motif Side Tables
By Harvey Probber
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Rare 1960s psychedelic flower design side tables with baked enamel on copper inset panels. With era-appropriate vibrant enamel on original mahogany...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Harvey Probber Furniture

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Copper, Enamel

Harvey Probber Cabinet of Drawers with Sliding Grasscloth Doors
By Harvey Probber
Located in Hanover, MA
Mid-Century Modern dresser by Harvey Probber in grain painted blonde mahogany with four matching large center drawers having distinctive Probber recessed pulls and two sliding doors paneled...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Harvey Probber Furniture

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Grasscloth, Mahogany

Harvey Probber Coffee Table with Travertine Top
By Harvey Probber
Located in Highland, IN
This handsome cocktail table by Harvey Probber has a mahogany base and travertine top. The warm palate and natural materials are a pleasing compliment to any interior.
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Harvey Probber Furniture

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Travertine

Pair of Gondola Lounge Arm Sculptural Side Chairs by Harvey Probber
By Harvey Probber
Located in Wayne, NJ
Pair of gondola lounge arm side chairs by Harvey Probber. If you are in the New Jersey , New York City Metro Area , please contact us with your delivery zip code, as we may be able t...
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1960s North American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Harvey Probber Furniture

Materials

Upholstery

Midcentury Modern Decagon Cabinet by Harvey Prober, circa 1950
By Harvey Probber
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A Midcentury Modern walnut Decagon cabinet by Harvey Probber, circa 1950. With the original label. The interior features an open storage space with one top drawer.
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1950s Vintage Harvey Probber Furniture

Materials

Walnut

Rare Pair of Harvey Probber Sling Chair, circa 1948
By Harvey Probber
Located in St. Louis, MO
Rare pair of Harvey Probber sling chairs. This design was selected for by the Museum of Modern Art in 1948 for their good design exhibit. Be...
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1940s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Harvey Probber Furniture

Materials

Upholstery, Bentwood

Harvey Probber Teak and Mahogany Nightstands, Newly Refinished
By Harvey Probber
Located in South Bend, IN
An exceptional pair of Mid-Century Modern nightstands By Harvey Probber USA, 1960s Teak, with ebonized mahogany banding, original mahogany and brass hardware, and brass-capp...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Harvey Probber Furniture

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Brass

Harvey Probber Teak and Mahogany Nightstand or Bachelor Chest, Newly Refinished
By Harvey Probber
Located in South Bend, IN
An exceptional Mid-Century Modern four-drawer nightstand or bachelor chest By Harvey Probber USA, 1960s Teak, with ebonized mahogany banding, original mahogany and brass har...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Harvey Probber Furniture

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Brass

Harvey Probber Midcentury Saber Leg Extension Dining Table
By Harvey Probber
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Stylish Mid-Century Modern dining table designed by Harvey Probber featuring two 16 inch extending leaves for a total of 98 inches. The iconic table has sabre formed legs with a dram...
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Harvey Probber Furniture

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Hardwood

Pair of yellow Harvey Probber Lounge Chairs, USA 1960s
By Harvey Probber
Located in Berlin, DE
Pair of Harvey Probber lounge chairs in yellow upholstery. The chairs have vintage upholstery.
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Harvey Probber Furniture

Materials

Upholstery

Bench by Harvey Probber in Ketchup / Mustard in Oak, USA 1960s
By Harvey Probber
Located in Berlin, DE
Bench by Harvey Probber in red and yellow with oak base. Excellent original condition.
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Harvey Probber Furniture

Materials

Foam, Latex, Rubber, Wood

Harvey Probber Black Lacquer Mahogany Brass Hardware and Legs 4 Drawer Chest
By Paul McCobb, Harvey Probber
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Mid-Century Modern black lacquer mahogany brass hardware bachelor chest compact dresser by Harvey Probber.
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Harvey Probber Furniture

Materials

Brass

Stunning Harvey Probber 4-Seat Sofa Mid-Century Modern
By Harvey Probber
Located in Pemberton, NJ
Stunning Harvey Probber 4-seat sofa. This stylish sofa was re-upholstered about 15 years ago and still looks great-light cleaning recommended.
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Harvey Probber Furniture

Materials

Upholstery, Walnut

Magnificent 9-Piece Harvey Probber Caramel Brown Leather 'Cubo' Sectional Sofa
By Harvey Probber
Located in Pemberton, NJ
Harvey Probber caramel brown leather 'Cubo' sectional sofa nine sections of Harvey Probber designed 'CUBO' modular seating. Set includes six seating units and three ottomans. The sec...
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Harvey Probber Furniture

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Leather, Wood

1950s Harvey Probber Travertine and Ebonized Wood Dining or Game Table
By Harvey Probber
Located in Dallas, TX
Bold, geometric dining or game table designed and manufactured by Harvey Probber for Modern. With cross-hatching legs and an octagonal top of travertine outlined by a thick beveled e...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Harvey Probber Furniture

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Travertine

Harvey Probber Queen Size Head Board in Mahogany and Brass, 1950s
By Harvey Probber
Located in New York, NY
Queen size headboard model no 861-80 with curved mahogany slats and brass frame by Harvey Probber, American, 1950's.
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Harvey Probber Furniture

Materials

Brass

Harvey Probber End Table
By Harvey Probber
Located in New York, NY
Stunning 1960s Mid-Century Modern end table designed by Harvey Probber, with two drawers and brass and walnut hardware and brass sabots.
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Harvey Probber Furniture

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Brass

Harvey Probber Tuxedo Lounge Chair
By Harvey Probber
Located in Chicago, IL
Tuxedo club chair by Harvey Probber. Reupholstered in teal fabric in the 1990s, which is in good condition.  
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Harvey Probber Furniture

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Fabric

Handsome Harvey Probber 2-Piece Nuclear Sert Sectional Sofa Mid-Century Modern
By Harvey Probber
Located in Pemberton, NJ
Handsome Harvey Probber 2-piece Nuclear Sert series sofa sectional. This piece will need to be re-upholstered-fabric is worn and dated and foam is hardeni...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Harvey Probber Furniture

Materials

Upholstery, Walnut

Mid-Century Dresser Designed by Harvey Probber
By Harvey Probber
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Handsome Mid-Century Modern highboy dresser designed by Harvey Probber. Dark mahogany exterior throughout. The cabinet doors show an interesting woven pattern with vertical brass acc...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Harvey Probber Furniture

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Brass

Set of Four Harvey Probber Mahogany Dining Chairs, 1950s
By Harvey Probber
Located in Southampton, NJ
Set of Four Harvey Probber Mahogany Dining Chairs, 1950s fully restored with beautifully maintained original finish.
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Harvey Probber Furniture

Materials

Mahogany, Upholstery

Harvey Probber Knights Bench in Mahogany, Brass and Leather, Signed, 1950s
By Harvey Probber
Located in Brooklyn, NY
1950s Harvey Probber 'Knights' bench, model number 1173, with arched base and slatted seat in steam-bent mahogany with brass accents, and finished with a channel-tufted cushion. Bras...
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Harvey Probber Furniture

Materials

Brass

Harvey Probber Mahogany Sideboard Credenza or Bar Cabinet, Newly Restored
By Harvey Probber
Located in South Bend, IN
An exceptional Mid-Century Modern sideboard credenza or bar cabinet By Harvey Probber USA, 1960s Book-matched mahogany, with original brass and dark mahogany hardware. Me...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Harvey Probber Furniture

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Brass

Harvey Probber Teak and Mahogany Side Table
By Harvey Probber
Located in Brooklyn, NY
American, the rectangular teak top on dark stained mahogany curved slat X-base, with brass pin hardware, circa 1960. Model 1216 in the Harvey Probber catalog.
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Harvey Probber Furniture

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Mahogany, Teak

Harvey Probber Set of 3 Tables with "Enamel on Copper" Tops, 1950s
By Arpad Rosti, Harvey Probber
Located in New York, NY
Set of 3 coffee/side tables model No 1145 in mahogany with hand fired white and blue "enamel on copper" tops by Harvey Probber, American 1950s. These studio made enamel tops were created by the noted artist Arpad Rosti. Probber often collaborated with artists to incorporate their works into his pieces. These coffee tables were part of the retrospective at the New York School of Interior Design: “Making Connections: Harvey Probber Furniture...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Harvey Probber Furniture

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Copper, Enamel

Harvey Probber Brazilian Rosewood Boat-Shaped Extension Dining Table, Restored
By Harvey Probber
Located in South Bend, IN
An exceptional Mid-Century Modern boat-shaped extension dining table By Harvey Probber USA, circa 1950s Bookmatched Brazilian rosewood, with ebonized solid mahogany legs and...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Harvey Probber Furniture

Materials

Brass

Small Mahogany Cabinet with Cane Doors by Harvey Probber
By Harvey Probber
Located in Dorchester, MA
Designed by Harvey Probber, this small midcentury cabinet features a mahogany case on a plinth base. Cane-front sliding doors conceal, on the left, three deep drawers with white lacq...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Harvey Probber Furniture

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Cane, Mahogany, Lacquer

Harvey Probber Desk in Mahogany 1950s 'Signed'
By Harvey Probber
Located in New York, NY
Desk in mahogany with alternating grain top and brass sabots by Harvey Probber, American, 1950s (label in drawer reads "designed by Harvey Probber"). This desk is beautifully made.
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Harvey Probber Furniture

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Brass

Rare Pair of Harvey Probber Lounge Chairs and Ottoman Mid-Century Modern
By Harvey Probber
Located in Pemberton, NJ
This is a rare pair of large scale Harvey Probber lounge chairs with one matching ottoman. These are perfect candidates for your magnificent new upholstery which we can assist you wi...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Harvey Probber Furniture

Materials

Upholstery, Mahogany

Pair of Mid-Century Modern Harvey Probber Cantilevered Chairs
By Harvey Probber
Located in Dallas, TX
Adorable pair of Harvey Probber occasional lounge chairs. Very comfortable chairs with chrome cantilevered frames upholstered in their original light tan color fabric. Can be used as...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Harvey Probber Furniture

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Chrome

Harvey Probber Round Walnut Game Center Table with Travertine Insert
By Harvey Probber
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Mid-Century Modern Harvey Probber round walnut game or center table with travertine insert.
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Harvey Probber Furniture

Materials

Travertine, Brass

Huge Harvey Probber Walnut and Terrazzo Marble Table
By Harvey Probber
Located in Berlin, DE
Designed by Harvey Probber which could be used as a coffee table or gaming table. Walnut top with a terrazzo insert and an ebonized wooden base with brass feet.
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Harvey Probber Furniture

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Brass

Harvey Probber Signed Sideboard in Mahogany with Gold Trim, 1960s
By Harvey Probber
Located in Dallas, TX
Fully restored. Harvey Probber sideboard with two front sliding doors in a gold leaf finish. Interior has four sets of drawers on each side. Right side of sideboard has four sets of ...
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Mid-20th Century North American Mid-Century Modern Harvey Probber Furniture

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Brass

Mahogany Gondola Chair, Model 1053, by Harvey Probber
By Harvey Probber
Located in Dorchester, MA
Harvey Probber designed his gondola chair, model no. 1053, with an elegantly curved high-back frame in deep mahogany. The chair has been newly upholstered in Knoll's Classic Bouclé i...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Harvey Probber Furniture

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Upholstery, Mahogany

Sofa by Harvey Probber, USA C. 1955
By Harvey Probber
Located in Jersey City, NJ
96 inch long Sofa designed by Harvey Probber supported on six solid, stained, wooden legs and upholstered in deep purple/plum velvet. Arm height: 22 inches
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Harvey Probber Furniture

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Harvey Probber 3-Drawer Nightstand Ebonized Espresso Mahogany
By Harvey Probber, Dunbar Furniture
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Mid-Century Modern brass pulls ebonized mahogany bracket feet night bed stand side table by Harvey Probber.
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Harvey Probber Furniture

Materials

Mahogany

Harvey Probber furniture for sale on 1stDibs.

Harvey Probber furniture are available for sale on 1stDibs. These distinctive items are frequently made of wood and are designed with extraordinary care. There are many options to choose from in our collection of Harvey Probber furniture, although brown editions of this piece are particularly popular. Many of the original furniture by Harvey Probber 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 furniture by Craft Associates, Adrian Pearsall, and Florence Knoll. Prices for Harvey Probber furniture can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these items begin at $750 and can go as high as $35,000, while a piece like these, on average, fetch $5,491.

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