Paul Evans Chairs

American, 1931-1987

A designer and sculptor, Paul Evans was a wild card of late 20th century modernism. A leading light of the American Studio Furniture movement, Evans’s sideboards, credenzas, coffee tables and other work manifests a singular aesthetic sense, as well as a seemingly contradictory appreciation for both folk art forms and for new materials and technologies.

Evans’s primary material was metal, not wood, which was favored by his fellow studio designers, and Bucks County, Pennsylvania, neighbors George Nakashima and Phillip Lloyd Powell. He trained in metallurgy and studied at the Cranbrook Academy of Art, the famed crucible of modern design and art in suburban Detroit. For a time early in his career, Evans also worked at Sturbridge Village, a historical “living museum” in Massachusetts, where he gave demonstrations as a costumed silversmith.

Evans’s earliest work unites these influences. The pieces that made his reputation are known as “sculpted-front” cabinets: wood cases faced with box-like high-relief patinated steel mounts laid out in a grid pattern. Each mount contains a metal emblem, or glyph, and the effect is that of a brawny quilt.

Evans’s later work falls into three distinct style groups. His sculpted-bronze pieces, begun in the mid-1960s, show Evans at his most expressive. He employed a technique in which resin is hand-shaped, and later sprayed with a metal coating, allowing for artistic nuance in the making of chairs, tables and case pieces. Later in the decade and into the 1970s, Evans produced his Argente series for celebrated manufacturer Directional (a brand known to vintage mid-century modern furniture collectors everywhere): consoles and other furniture forms that feature aluminum and pigment-infused metal surfaces welded into abstract organic forms and patterns.

Last, Evans's Cityscape design series — a milestone in the history of brutalist design — meshed perfectly with the sleek, “high tech” sensibility of the later ’70s. Evans constructed boxy forms and faced them with irregular mosaic patterns that mixed rectangular plaques of chromed steel, bronze or burlwood veneer. These, like all of Paul Evans’s designs, are both useful and eye-catching. But their appeal has another, more visceral quality: these pieces have clearly been touched by an artist’s hand.

Find a collection of authentic Paul Evans furniture today on 1stDibs.

Creator: Paul Evans

Mid Century Modern Cityscape Fabric Desk Arm Side Chair with Castors Paul Evans

$4,500

Mid Century Modern Cityscape Fabric Desk Arm Side Chair with Castors Paul Evans

By Paul Evans

Located in Wayne, NJ

Chrome cityscape fabric desk arm side chair with castors by Paul Evans Inc. Has a metallic stripe on fabric. May work well as a vanity chair also, but check arm height, compared to y...

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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Paul Evans Chairs

Materials

Metal

Set 6 Paul Frankl Style Mid Century Dining Chairs 2 Arm + 4 Side with New Fabric

$5,395 / set

H 33 in W 19 in D 20.5 in

Set 6 Paul Frankl Style Mid Century Dining Chairs 2 Arm + 4 Side with New Fabric

By Paul Frankl

Located in Troy, MI

Circa 1950s set of six dining chairs in manner of Paul Frankl. Found in the US - unknown maker - these chairs are similar in style to the Corset chair des...

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Paul Evans Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

Pair of Italian Mid-Century Modern Side Chairs

$980 / set

H 32.5 in W 24 in D 24 in

Pair of Italian Mid-Century Modern Side Chairs

Located in Buchanan, NY

A sophisticated pair of 1950s Italian sidechairs in green leather with wicker backs and brass detailing. Add some classic mid-century modern elegance to your home with this gorgeous pair of 1950s Italian side chairs...

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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Paul Evans Chairs

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Upholstery

Set of Six Mid-Century Modern Dining Chairs, 4 Side-Chairs & 2 Arm-Chairs

$5,395Sale Price / set|35% Off

H 37.75 in W 21.75 in D 18.25 in

Set of Six Mid-Century Modern Dining Chairs, 4 Side-Chairs & 2 Arm-Chairs

By John Widdicomb

Located in Huntington, NY

A Set of 6 John Widdicomb Mid-Century Modern dining chairs, 4 side-chairs & 2 arm-chairs Measure: Seat height 17.5.

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Paul Evans Chairs

Materials

Naugahyde, Walnut

Italian Baroque Arm Chair with Fortuny Fabric

$2,080Sale Price|36% Off

H 50.5 in W 29 in D 33 in

Italian Baroque Arm Chair with Fortuny Fabric

Located in Milford, NH

Wonderful Italian Baroque chair from the 18th century. Nicely hand carved and upholstered with Fortuny fabric. Seat height is 19.5".

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18th Century Italian Antique Paul Evans Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

Paul Evans Style Monumental High Back Throne Chairs on Casters. Chrome, Brass.

$15,850 / set

H 61 in W 20 in D 33.5 in

Paul Evans Style Monumental High Back Throne Chairs on Casters. Chrome, Brass.

By Paul Evans

Located in Kansas City, MO

One of a kind, custom made, monumental, crazy cool, pair of chairs in the style of Paul Evans. The brass and chrome patchwork design is similar to Cityscape designs. The upper back...

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2010s American Modern Paul Evans Chairs

Materials

Brass, Steel, Chrome

Unique Mid-Century Modern Barrel Back Side Chair

$1,200

H 26 in W 27 in D 26 in

Unique Mid-Century Modern Barrel Back Side Chair

Located in Brooklyn, NY

This beautiful vintage modern lounge chair features a unique barrel backrest that slants downward. This captain chair style piece has angled back legs and thick padded seating covere...

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1970s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Paul Evans Chairs

Materials

Faux Leather

Mid Century Modern Adrian Pearsall Scoop Side Chair

$3,448

H 29 in W 30.5 in D 29 in

Mid Century Modern Adrian Pearsall Scoop Side Chair

By Adrian Pearsall

Located in Tulsa, OK

**Please Read Entire Description** Please view all listing pictures on a laptop if possible. Some cell phones don’t display all listing pictures and some could be pictures relating to condition. Please read all the way down through this entire description box to view the entire description of the item. Please keep in mind that these are 40-75 year old items and will have some expected normal wear. We strive to represent our items well, and most of these items are in above average vintage condition. Noticeable flaws will be represented in the listing pictures and the text but we cannot describe or picture every small scratch, ding, or area of slight wear. Once delivered, furniture CANNOT be refused, returned, or refunded unless damage has occurred in the shipping process. Our shipper takes care to wrap each item and pack it safely therefore we have rarely had any issues with damage in transit. All items must be picked up within 3 weeks of order if buyer secures his own shipper. Shipping usually requires 3-6 weeks delivery through our shipping contacts and is only available in the continental US for large furniture items. Some smaller items are available to be shipped internationally through USPS/UPS. * * * Mid Century Modern Adrian Pearsall Scoop Chair...

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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Paul Evans Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Walnut

Paul Evans Cityscape Cubist Dining Chairs Mid-Century Modern Boucle Fabric 1970s

$11,000 / set

H 34 in W 19 in D 26 in

Paul Evans Cityscape Cubist Dining Chairs Mid-Century Modern Boucle Fabric 1970s

By Barbara Barry, Paul Evans

Located in Lambertville, NJ

Set of 4 Iconic Paul Evans PE240 Directional Cityscape Cubist Mid-Century Modern dining chairs. Back and seat cushions are soft and comfortable. Features sturdy wooden chair frame wi...

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1970s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Paul Evans Chairs

Materials

Metal

Paul Evans Set of Eight Cityscape Dining Chairs

$29,500 / set

H 34 in W 21 in D 26 in

Paul Evans Set of Eight Cityscape Dining Chairs

By Paul Evans

Located in Chicago, IL

A complete set of eight inclusive of two armchairs. Almost all eight of these are signed with labels to underside. White leather shows wear but should be restorable to retain origina...

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Paul Evans Chairs

Materials

Upholstery

Mid-Century Modern Paul McCobb-Style Lime Green Wire Side Chair

$295

H 28.5 in W 21.5 in D 21 in

Mid-Century Modern Paul McCobb-Style Lime Green Wire Side Chair

By Paul McCobb

Located in Wilmington, DE

Offered is an great find: a Mid-Century Modern chair, similar to the style of Paul McCobb. It has wire legs and vinyl upholstery. It is in good condition, but shows some age wear (mi...

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Mid-20th Century Unknown Mid-Century Modern Paul Evans Chairs

Materials

Metal

Mid-Century Modern Lacquered Maple Slipper Side Chair

$1,200

H 32 in W 20 in D 19 in

Mid-Century Modern Lacquered Maple Slipper Side Chair

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Mid-Century Modern, slipper side chair features a black lacquered maple frame with woven, cotton linen upholstery and contrasting covered buttons.

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Paul Evans Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Maple

Mid-Century Modern Club Chair in Sapphire & Platinum Fabric with Ebonized Walnut

$4,475

H 27.75 in W 26.5 in D 23 in

Mid-Century Modern Club Chair in Sapphire & Platinum Fabric with Ebonized Walnut

Located in New York, NY

This stunning and graphic club chair was realized in the United States, circa 1950. It features an open U-form back, gently domed seat and straight conical legs in ebonized walnut. I...

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Paul Evans Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Walnut

Previously Available Items

Paul Evans Set of Four Dining Chairs ‘PE-105/106’ in Sculpted Bronze and Fabric

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H 31.89 in W 22.05 in D 23.23 in

Paul Evans Set of Four Dining Chairs ‘PE-105/106’ in Sculpted Bronze and Fabric

By Directional, Paul Evans

Located in Waalwijk, NL

Paul Evans for Directional, dining chairs from the series PE-105/106, sculpted bronze, steel, fabric, United States, circa 1965 Stunning example of Paul Evans designs for Direct...

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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Paul Evans Chairs

Materials

Bronze, Steel

Rare Pair of Reupholstered Armchairs in Burgundy Mohair by Paul Evans

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H 25.99 in W 25.6 in D 20.08 in

Rare Pair of Reupholstered Armchairs in Burgundy Mohair by Paul Evans

By Paul Evans

Located in Waalwijk, NL

Paul Evans, pair of armchairs, steel and upholstery, United States, 1960s A rare pair of highly sculptural armchairs by Paul Evans. The base consists of a torch-cut, welded, poly...

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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Paul Evans Chairs

Materials

Steel

1969 Dining Table & 8 Chairs by Paul Evans Sculpted Bronze Brutalist

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H 32 in W 27 in D 22 in

1969 Dining Table & 8 Chairs by Paul Evans Sculpted Bronze Brutalist

By Paul Evans

Located in San Diego, CA

Elevate your dining experience with this extraordinary set crafted by the legendary Paul Evans Studio in 1969. Comprising a rare ensemble of eight chairs and a dining table, this co...

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20th Century American Brutalist Paul Evans Chairs

Materials

Bronze

Paul Evans Cityscape 6 Chairs

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H 36 in W 18 in D 26 in

Paul Evans Cityscape 6 Chairs

By Paul Evans

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Paul Evans for Directional. Set of 6 cityscape dining chairs. Brass with original dark tan leather suede upholstery. 1970's Mid-Century Modern All chairs are on castor...

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1970s American Vintage Paul Evans Chairs

Materials

Brass

Pair of Paul Evans for Directional Dining Chairs in Edelman Leather

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H 34.5 in W 18.5 in D 24 in

Pair of Paul Evans for Directional Dining Chairs in Edelman Leather

By Paul Evans, Directional

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Completely restored with Edelman leather this incredible pair of Paul Evans for Directional dining chairs are exquisite. Condition: Excellent restored condition with new Edelman...

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1970s American Modern Vintage Paul Evans Chairs

Materials

Steel, Chrome

Set of Eight Brutalist Sculpted Bronze Dining Chairs by Paul Evans

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H 32 in W 21.5 in D 20 in

Set of Eight Brutalist Sculpted Bronze Dining Chairs by Paul Evans

By Paul Evans

Located in Miami, FL

Set of eight Mid-Century Modern brutalist sculpted bronze dining chairs by Paul Evans This extremely rare to find set is comprised of: Two armchairs (Model PE 105) and six side chairs (Model PE 106). Skylin table available from the same "sculpted-bronze"series, Newly upholstered with a silk/chenille fabric. Truly works of art by the greatest designer and sculptor of the American Studio Furniture...

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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Paul Evans Chairs

Materials

Metal, Bronze

Paul Evans PE-106 Upholstered Chairs

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H 32.5 in W 24 in D 27 in

Paul Evans PE-106 Upholstered Chairs

By Paul Evans

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

A set of 6 Paul Evans dining chairs. 2 armchairs and 4 side chairs Original surface and upholstery. Bronzed resin over steel.

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1960s North American Vintage Paul Evans Chairs

Materials

Metal

Set of Six Paul Evans Dining Chairs, 1982

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H 34.5 in W 21 in D 27.5 in

Set of Six Paul Evans Dining Chairs, 1982

By Paul Evans

Located in Hamburg, PA

A plush set of six Signed/Labeled/Marked Paul Evans dining chairs on wheels. These chairs are extremely comfortable. The chairs are structurall...

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1980s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Paul Evans Chairs

Materials

Leather, Suede

Set of Eight Brutalist Sculpted Bronze Dining Chairs by Paul Evans

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H 32 in W 21.5 in D 20 in

Set of Eight Brutalist Sculpted Bronze Dining Chairs by Paul Evans

By Paul Evans

Located in Miami, FL

Set of eight midcentury modern brutalist sculpted bronze dining chairs by Paul Evans This extremely rare to find set is comprised of: Two armchairs (Model PE 105) and six side cha...

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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Paul Evans Chairs

Materials

Metal, Bronze

Pair of Midcentury Brutalist Sculpted Bronze Patinated Paul Evans PE105 Chairs

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H 32.5 in W 27.5 in L 32.5 in

Pair of Midcentury Brutalist Sculpted Bronze Patinated Paul Evans PE105 Chairs

By Paul Evans, Directional

Located in Hudson, NY

Pair of highly collectable Paul Evans sculpted bronze armchairs. Epoxy with applied bronze over steel frame with upholstery. All original chairs.

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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Paul Evans Chairs

Materials

Bronze, Steel

Mid Century Modern Cityscape Fabric Desk Arm Side Chair with Castors Paul Evans

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H 33.38 in W 24.5 in D 27.25 in

Mid Century Modern Cityscape Fabric Desk Arm Side Chair with Castors Paul Evans

By Paul Evans

Located in Wayne, NJ

Chrome cityscape fabric desk arm side chair with castors by Paul Evans Inc. Has a metallic stripe on fabric. May work well as a vanity chair also, b...

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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Paul Evans Chairs

Materials

Metal

Paul Evans Set of Twelve Brutalist Sculpted Bronze Dining Chairs

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H 32 in W 21 in L 32 in

Paul Evans Set of Twelve Brutalist Sculpted Bronze Dining Chairs

By Paul Evans

Located in Miami, FL

Paul Evans set of twelve brutalist sculpted bronze dining chairs. This extremely rare to find set is comprised of two armchairs (Model PE 105) and ten side chairs (Model PE 106). New...

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1960s American Brutalist Vintage Paul Evans Chairs

Materials

Composition, Metal

Paul Evans chairs for sale on 1stDibs.

Paul Evans chairs are available for sale on 1stDibs. These distinctive items are frequently made of metal and are designed with extraordinary care. There are many options to choose from in our collection of Paul Evans chairs, although gray editions of this piece are particularly popular. Many of the original chairs by Paul Evans were created in the mid-century modern style in united states during the 20th century. If you’re looking for additional options, many customers also consider chairs by Dan Johnson, Karpen of California, and Pace Collection. Prices for Paul Evans chairs can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these items begin at $3,500 and can go as high as $130,000, while a piece like these, on average, fetch $12,750.