Harvey Probber Seating
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
Marvelous Pair Harvey Probber Swivel Barrel Back Lounge Chair Mid-Century Modern
By Harvey Probber
Located in Pemberton, NJ
Marvelous pair of Harvey Probber barrel back club chairs on wooden swivel platform bases. We love the original small round back cushion. Chairs looks to have been reupholstered in ...
Category
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Harvey Probber Seating
Materials
Upholstery, Wood
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...
Category
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Harvey Probber Seating
Materials
Upholstery, Walnut
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
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Harvey Probber Seating
Materials
Brass
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 Seating
Materials
Brass
6 Harvey Probber Cane Back Dining Chairs
By Harvey Probber
Located in Hanover, MA
Set of six original Harvey Probber dining chairs from the collection of a 35 year employee in Fall River, MA. Nearly in New Old Stock (NOS) condition.
Minimalist design with loose cu...
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Harvey Probber Seating
Materials
Cane
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.
Category
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Harvey Probber Seating
Materials
Upholstery, Walnut
Harvey Probber Knights Bench ca' 1950's
By Harvey Probber
Located in St.Petersburg, FL
A classic "Knights" bench by Harvey Probber ca' 1950's. Mahogany slats with brass supports and an original suede cushion. In very good restored condition, cushion is not attached.
Category
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Harvey Probber Seating
Materials
Brass
Set of Low-Profile Swivel Chairs by Harvey Probber, C. 1950s
By Harvey Probber
Located in Westport, CT
A timeless pair of swivel chairs, designed by the iconic Harvey Probber in the 1950s and brought back to life by Stamford Modern through a comprehensive restoration process. These ch...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Harvey Probber Seating
Materials
Twill, Oak
Lounge Chair by Harvey Probber
By Harvey Probber
Located in New York, NY
Chic and stylish mid century lounge chair designed by Harvey Probber. This example is in good original condition, showing light cosmetic wear normal and consistent with age.
Measur...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Harvey Probber Seating
Materials
Upholstery, Wood
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...
Category
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Harvey Probber Seating
Materials
Wool
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 Seating
Materials
Upholstery
Pair Vintage Harvey Probber Wicker & Chrome Chairs Leather Cushions D43 Model
By Harvey Probber
Located in Toledo, OH
Vintage pair Harvey Probber wicker, tubular chrome and leather side chairs D43 Model. Removable brown leather cushions, and chrome is in fantasti...
Category
20th Century North American Modern Harvey Probber Seating
Materials
Chrome
Harvey Probber American Mid-Century Purple Velour and Brass Slipper Chair
By Harvey Probber
Located in Queens, NY
"American Mid-Century slipper chair with crushed purple velour upholstery resting on four brass legs with stretchers connecting the front and back legs, ending in circular feet. (HAR...
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Harvey Probber Seating
Materials
Metal, Brass
Set of Eight Sabre Leg Dining Chairs by Harvey Probber, 1960s
By Harvey Probber
Located in Dallas, TX
Set of eight dining chairs designed by Harvey Probber. The chairs are constructed with solid mahogany and in good original condition.
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Harvey Probber Seating
Materials
Mahogany
Set of Three Harvey Probber Black Camelback Dining Chairs, 1950s
By Harvey Probber
Located in Bainbridge, NY
Set of 3 Harvey Probber black enameled wood & cream leather dining chairs. Featuring a graphic Black lacquered Wood framework, saber legs, ...
Category
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Harvey Probber Seating
Materials
Leather, Wood
PAIR Midcentury Cube Lounge Chairs by Harvey Probber -
By Milo Baughman, Florence Knoll, Harvey Probber
Located in Decatur, GA
Gorgeous pair of mid century modern cube lounge chairs by Harvey Probber, circa 1960s.
Fully restored with all new foam, straps, batting and a stunning warm gray patterned wool blend...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Harvey Probber Seating
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Vintage Uncommon Architectural Harvey Probber Petite Bench
By Harvey Probber
Located in Chicago, IL
Vintage Uncommon Architectural Harvey Probber Petite Bench.
Additional images available upon request.
Leather is the original upholstery. Most likely will require either reupholst...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Harvey Probber Seating
Materials
Wood
Harvey Probber Aluminum and Beige Fabric Upholstered Slipper / Side Chair
By Harvey Probber
Located in Queens, NY
American mid-century slipper / side chair with a polished aluminum frame and a beige fabric upholstered seat and back. (HARVEY PROBBER)
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Harvey Probber Seating
Materials
Metal, Aluminum
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...
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Harvey Probber Seating
Materials
Brass
Pair of Mid-Century Modern Sculptural Gondola Chairs by Harvey Probber Restored
By Harvey Probber
Located in Port Jervis, NY
Simple and elegant pair of Gondola chairs by Harvey Probber. Totally refinished and reupholstered. Black and white Grey tweed style fabric. In e...
Category
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Harvey Probber Seating
Materials
Fabric, Hardwood
Harvey Probber Chaise Lounge
By Harvey Probber
Located in Middlesex, NJ
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Harvey Probber Seating
Materials
Upholstery
Harvey Probber Cube Lounge Chairs
By Harvey Probber
Located in Middlesex, NJ
Harvey Probber cube lounge chairs in original condition with labels.
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Harvey Probber Seating
Spectacular Harvey Probber Even Arm Tuxedo Sofa Mid-Century Modern
By Harvey Probber
Located in Pemberton, NJ
Spectacular Harvey Probber even arm Tuxedo sofa. This sofa was reupholstered by the original owners in this sensational tropical abstract fabric probably in the 80's-has been well ca...
Category
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Harvey Probber Seating
Materials
Upholstery, Walnut
Set Four Bleached & Bent Mahogany Dining Chairs Marketed by Harvey Probber
By Harvey Probber
Located in Chicago, IL
Set of four bleached mahogany frame and bent plywood back dining chairs with new textured black chenille upholstery. Made in West Germany and sold through Harvey Probber, Fall River ...
Category
1960s German Vintage Harvey Probber Seating
Materials
Chenille, Mahogany, Walnut
Pair of Lounge Chairs by Harvey Probber
By Harvey Probber
Located in Dallas, TX
A pair of curved lounge chairs on ebonized wooden bases designed by Harvey Probber. Newer upholstery in very good condition.
Category
1960s Vintage Harvey Probber Seating
Materials
Fabric
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...
Category
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Harvey Probber Seating
Materials
Upholstery, Mahogany
Harvey Probber Pair of Benches with Mahogany Legs and Castors 1950s
By Harvey Probber
Located in New York, NY
Chic pair of rectangular upholstered benches with round mahogany legs and brass castors by Harvey Probber, American 1950's. Refinished and reupholstered by Lobel Modern.
Category
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Harvey Probber Seating
Materials
Brass
Harvey Probber Knights Bench
By Harvey Probber
Located in Dallas, TX
A "Knights Bench" in original orange lacquer with brass stretchers. Designed by Harvey Probber.
Category
1950s Vintage Harvey Probber Seating
Materials
Lacquer
Harvey Probber Pair of Chairs, Artisan Collection, 1970s
By Harvey Probber
Located in Miami, FL
These chairs are spectacular in their apparent simplicity. Both retain the original removable leather cushions. Seat height is 20" with the cushion.
Category
1970s American Vintage Harvey Probber Seating
Materials
Cane
Pair of Ottomans by Harvey Probber, New White Upholstery, Signed, Ready to Use
By Harvey Probber
Located in Kansas City, MO
Two matching Harvey Probber ottomans expertly reupholstered in a white / ivory soft blended fabric. The metal black enameled legs show signs of wear and some loss to the finish, but ...
Category
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Harvey Probber Seating
Materials
Upholstery
Set of Four Elegant Dining Chairs by Harvey Probber
By Harvey Probber
Located in St.Petersburg, FL
A set of elegant, high back dining chairs by Harvey Probber. Finished in black lacquer.
Category
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Harvey Probber Seating
Materials
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...
Category
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Harvey Probber Seating
Materials
Chrome
Pair of Harvey Probber Leather Lounge Chairs
By Harvey Probber
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pair of cantilevered Harvey Probber leather lounge chairs c.1960s, USA. The leather chairs feature stainless steel chrome frames and tufted seat...
Category
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Harvey Probber Seating
Materials
Stainless Steel, Chrome
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.
Category
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Harvey Probber Seating
Materials
Upholstery
Pair of Harvey Probber model 1055 Sculptural Dining or Side Chairs
By Harvey Probber
Located in Hudson, NY
Stunning pair of Harvey Probber model 1055 side chairs. Missoni style upholstery on the comfortable padded back and seat. The frame is constructed of solid walnut or mahogany. These ...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Harvey Probber Seating
Materials
Upholstery, Walnut
Rare Pair of Off White Boucle Lounge Chairs by Harvey Probber
By Harvey Probber
Located in Palm Springs, CA
1970’s Off white boucle and polished aluminum lounge chairs by Harvey Probber.
Newly recovered in a beautiful boucle fabric.
Category
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Harvey Probber Seating
Materials
Aluminum
Harvey Probber Armchairs
By Harvey Probber
Located in Highland, IN
These light, lithe and elegant armchairs by Harvey Probber are scaled perfectly to serve as part of a larger seating group or on their own as occasional ...
Category
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Harvey Probber Seating
Materials
Upholstery, Mahogany
Harvey Probber Mid Century Bleached Mahogany and Cane Dining Chairs - Set of 6
By Harvey Probber
Located in Countryside, IL
Harvey Probber Mid Century Bleached Mahogany and Cane Dining Chairs - Set of 6
Each armless chair measures: 22 wide x 22 deep x 31.5 inches high, with a seat height of 19 inches
Eac...
Category
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Harvey Probber Seating
Materials
Cane, Mahogany
Black Leather FK-883 Three-Seat Sofa by Preben Fabricius & Jorgen Kastholm
By Preben Fabricius, Harvey Probber, Jørgen Kastholm
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Here's a rarely seen design - this circa 1970s 'FK-883' sofa in black leather by Preben Fabricius & Jorgen Kastholm for Alfred Kill International and distributed by Harvey Probber in...
Category
1970s American Modern Vintage Harvey Probber Seating
Materials
Steel
Harvey Probber Hexabloc Chair
By Harvey Probber
Located in Hanover, MA
Original hexagonal chair designed by Harvey Probber for his Hexabloc island seating system with many possibilities for omnidirectional arrangement.
Co...
Category
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Harvey Probber Seating
Materials
Stainless Steel
Harvey Probber Bench in Holly Hunt Upholstery with Brass Trim
By Harvey Probber
Located in Dallas, TX
Discover a hard-to-find shorter bench by Harvey Probber, designed for those who appreciate rare mid-century modern furnishings. Unlike most, which are 57", this one is a compact 37" ...
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Harvey Probber Seating
Materials
Brass
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...
Category
1940s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Harvey Probber Seating
Materials
Upholstery, Bentwood
Set of Three Harvey Probber Stools
By Harvey Probber
Located in New York, NY
Set of three Harvey Probber stools. Has square walnut legs on casters. Off-white and rust embroidered floral cushioned seats. Mid Century Modern.
Category
20th Century Mid-Century Modern Harvey Probber Seating
Materials
Fabric, Walnut
1950s Harvey Probber Dining Chairs
By Harvey Probber
Located in New York, NY
1950s Harvey Probber dining chairs. Nicely designed chairs with curved backs, splayed legs and newly fabric covered cushioned seats. Mahogany frames.
Category
1950s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Harvey Probber Seating
Materials
Fabric, Mahogany
Harvey Probber Mid Century Red X Chairs - Pair
By Harvey Probber
Located in Countryside, IL
Harvey Probber Mid Century Red X Chairs - Pair
Each chair measures: 20 wide x 21 deep x 36.25 inches high, with a seat height/chair clearance of 20.25 inches
All pieces of furnitur...
Category
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Harvey Probber Seating
Materials
Upholstery, Wood
Harvey Probber Shaped Walnut and Geometric Brown Upholstered Lounge Armchair
By Harvey Probber
Located in Queens, NY
American mid-century lounge armchair with a shaped walnut frame with two wooden armrests, and seat and back cushions upholstered in a geometric patterned fabric in neutral browns and...
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Harvey Probber Seating
Materials
Wood, Fabric, Upholstery, Walnut
Brass Framed Biscuit Tufted Ottoman in Original Black Leather by Harvey Probber
By Harvey Probber
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Square, brass-framed ottoman on casters with its original biscuit tufted, black leather upholstery, designed by Harvey Probber. 1960s.
Category
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Harvey Probber Seating
Materials
Brass
Set of Six Harvey Probber Ebonized X-Base Dining Chairs, Mid-Century Modern
By Harvey Probber
Located in Pemberton, NJ
Set of six X-base dining chairs by Harvey Probber. Brass hardware contrasts and compliments the dark ebonized mahogany. Cushions are in nice vintage condition and are easily reuphols...
Category
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Harvey Probber Seating
Materials
Brass
Harvey Probber Bronze Base Sofa
By Harvey Probber
Located in Pasadena, TX
A Mid-Century Modern sofa designed by Harvey Probber. Mint green upholstery with a button tufted back and two detached seat cushions on a bronze anodized base. Size: 7.5ft.
Category
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Harvey Probber Seating
Materials
Metal
Harvey Probber Scissor Form Ebonized Wood and Black Leather Side Chair
By Harvey Probber
Located in Queens, NY
American Mid-Century scissor form dining / side chair with an ebonized wooden frame with a narrow back comprised of three vertical slats, with a black leather upholstered seat and sm...
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Harvey Probber Seating
Materials
Leather, Wood, Upholstery, Ebony
Harvey Probber Cube Form Black Textured Fabric Upholstered Lounge / Armchair
By Harvey Probber
Located in Queens, NY
American Mid-Century cube form lounge / armchair with textured black fabric upholstery and a matching removable back cushion. (HARVEY PROBBER)(Available in black: DUF0509A).
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Harvey Probber Seating
Materials
Fabric, Upholstery
Harvey Probber Set of Eight Chairs
By Harvey Probber
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Set of eight dining chairs designed by Harvey Probber. Four side chairs and two throne chairs.
Side chairs: 38 1/4" h x 20 1/4" w x 21 3/4" d
Armchairs: 39 1/8" h x 23 7/8" w x 26" d...
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Harvey Probber Seating
Materials
Wood
Rare Pair of Signed Harvey Probber Cube Lounge Chairs, Mid-Century Modern
By Harvey Probber
Located in Pemberton, NJ
Outstanding and rare signed Harvey Probber pair of cube lounge chairs. This unusual pair rests on two chunky walnut legs that extend up the back-very handsome! These chairs retains t...
Category
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Harvey Probber Seating
Materials
Upholstery, Walnut
Set 6 Solid Walnut Harvey Probber Mid Century Dining Chairs
By Harvey Probber
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
The famous American designer Harvey Probber is known for his iconic, clean designs usually in walnut and here we have a great set 6 gorgeous chairs from him. The chairs feature beaut...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Harvey Probber Seating
Materials
Walnut
Pair of Mid-Century Harvey Probber Slipper Chairs
By Harvey Probber
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This stunning pair of modern lounge chairs by Harvey Probber feature tufted vinyl seat backs with wide slipper seats. Cantilevered heavy chrome frame mak...
Category
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Harvey Probber Seating
Materials
Chrome
Harvey Probber Four Seat Sofa With Matching Ottoman. Reupholster Candidate.
By Harvey Probber
Located in Chicago, IL
Fantastic four seat sofa with long single seat cushion by Harvey Probber. Loose four part back cushions and walnut legs with brass sabots. Great “bones” as they say. Definitely a can...
Category
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Harvey Probber Seating
Materials
Brass
Pair of Harvey Probber High Back Chairs Wormley Estate Weston ct
By Harvey Probber
Located in Westport, CT
Pair of Harvey Probber high back wing chairs, important with very few made and from the Edward Wormley estate in Weston ct. Edward Wormley (American, December 31, 1907–November 3, 19...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Harvey Probber Seating
Materials
Fabric, Walnut, Foam
Pair of Knights Benches, by Harvey Probber
By Harvey Probber
Located in Greensboro, NC
Pair of "Knights" benches by Harvey Probber. Lacquered mahogany with brass rail details. Very good to excellent condition, with minimal crazing to lacquer, see photos for detail.
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Harvey Probber Seating
Materials
Brass
Harvey Probber seating for sale on 1stDibs.
Harvey Probber 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 Harvey Probber seating, although brown editions of this piece are particularly popular. Many of the original seating 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 seating by Charles Eames, Selig, and George Nelson. Prices for Harvey Probber seating 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 $7,800.
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