Paul Evans Lounge 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.

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Creator: Paul Evans

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

$8,250Sale Price / set|25% Off

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 Lounge Chairs

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Metal

Paul Evans Set of Twelve Brutalist Sculpted Bronze Dining Chairs, USA 1970

$178,000 / set

H 31.5 in W 21 in D 22 in

Paul Evans Set of Twelve Brutalist Sculpted Bronze Dining Chairs, USA 1970

By Paul Evans

Located in Miami, FL

Paul Evans set of twelve brutalist sculpted bronze dining chairs, USA 1970 This extremely rare to find set is comprised of two armchairs (Model PE 105) and ten side chairs (Model PE ...

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1970s American Brutalist Vintage Paul Evans Lounge Chairs

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Metal, Bronze

Paul Evans for Directional Set of Eight Dining Chairs

$12,600Sale Price / set|30% Off

H 37 in W 20.5 in D 37 in

Paul Evans for Directional Set of Eight Dining Chairs

By Directional, Paul Evans

Located in Kansas City, MO

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

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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Paul Evans Lounge Chairs

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Upholstery, Mahogany

Outstanding Pair Milo Baughman Chrome Dining/ Lounge Chairs, Mid-Century Modern

$1,840 / set

H 30 in W 23 in D 23 in

Outstanding Pair Milo Baughman Chrome Dining/ Lounge Chairs, Mid-Century Modern

By Milo Baughman

Located in Buffalo, NY

Outstanding pair Milo Baughman chrome dining/ lounge chairs, Mid-Century Modern, classic, elegant lines. Retains original blue/grey velvet upholstery. Extremely comfortable. Hand del...

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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Paul Evans Lounge Chairs

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Chrome

Mid-Century Modern Dining Chairs in New Bouclé Fabric by Spahn, Germany 1950s

$850 / item

H 31.5 in W 19.69 in D 21.26 in

Mid-Century Modern Dining Chairs in New Bouclé Fabric by Spahn, Germany 1950s

Located in Almelo, NL

Mid-Century Modern Dining Chairs in New Bouclé Fabric by Spahn, Germany 1950s Mid-Century Modern dining chairs by Spahn, Germany 1950s. Newly reupholstered in a of white bouclé fabr...

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Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Paul Evans Lounge Chairs

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Bouclé, Beech

Giancarlo Piretti Two Mid-Century Modern Alky Lounge Chairs in Bouclé, 1970s

$4,618 / set

H 28.94 in W 25.99 in D 27.17 in

Giancarlo Piretti Two Mid-Century Modern Alky Lounge Chairs in Bouclé, 1970s

By Giancarlo Piretti, Artifort

Located in Amsterdam, NL

Magnificent pair of Mid-Century Modern Alky lounge chairs. Design by Giancarlo Piretti for Artifort or Castelli. Striking Italian design from the 1970s. Original aluminum frame and r...

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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Paul Evans Lounge Chairs

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Aluminum, Chrome

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

$3,900Sale Price|22% Off

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 Lounge Chairs

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Metal

Mid-Century Modern Italian Set of 5 Bamboo Dining Chairs. 1970s

$3,434 / set

H 35.83 in W 18.9 in D 17.72 in

Mid-Century Modern Italian Set of 5 Bamboo Dining Chairs. 1970s

Located in Prato, IT

Mid-Century Modern Italian set of 5 bamboo and rattan dining chairs with original fabric. The set can come a set of 6 pieces due to an extra chair that do...

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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Paul Evans Lounge Chairs

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Fabric, Bamboo, Rattan

Paul Evans for Directional Modern Parsons Upholstered Dining Chairs, Set of Six

$3,995 / set

H 40 in W 19.5 in D 27 in

Paul Evans for Directional Modern Parsons Upholstered Dining Chairs, Set of Six

By Paul Evans, Directional

Located in South Bend, IN

A gorgeous set of six Modern or Postmodern Parsons blue upholstered dining chairs By Paul Evans for Directional USA, Circa 1970s Measures: 19.5"W x 27"D x 40"H. Seat height: 20". ...

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1970s American Modern Vintage Paul Evans Lounge Chairs

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Upholstery, Wood

Paul Evans for Directional Modern Parsons Dining Chairs, Set of Eight

$4,995 / set

H 40 in W 19.5 in D 27 in

Paul Evans for Directional Modern Parsons Dining Chairs, Set of Eight

By Paul Evans, Directional

Located in South Bend, IN

A gorgeous set of eight Modern or Postmodern Parsons blue upholstered dining chairs By Paul Evans for Directional USA, Circa 1970s Measures: Side chairs - 19.5"W x 27"D x 40"H. S...

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1970s American Modern Vintage Paul Evans Lounge Chairs

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Upholstery, Wood

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

$7,400 / set

H 34.5 in W 22.5 in D 27 in

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

By Paul Evans, Directional

Located in Chicago, IL

6 Paul Evans for Directional Chrome Cantilever Dining Chairs, 1960. 2 captain chairs and 4 side chairs. Original upholstery in good vintage condition. We can also reupholster thes...

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1960s North American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Paul Evans Lounge Chairs

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Chrome

1970s Mid Century Dining Chairs- Set of 6

$1,950 / set

H 39 in W 19.25 in D 26.25 in

1970s Mid Century Dining Chairs- Set of 6

Located in North Hollywood, CA

Mid-Century American Dining Sophistication This 1970s dining chair set captures the elegance of American mid-century design, offering both style and comfort. The collection includes...

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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Paul Evans Lounge Chairs

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Wood

Paul Evans for Directional MCM Chrome Cantilever Dining Chairs – Set of 8

$7,495 / set

H 33.5 in W 19.75 in D 23 in

Paul Evans for Directional MCM Chrome Cantilever Dining Chairs – Set of 8

By Paul Evans, Directional

Located in Franklin Park, IL

Paul Evans for Directional Mid Century Chrome Cantilever Dining Chairs – Set of 8 Each chair measures: 19.75 wide x 23 deep x 33.5 inches high, with a seat height/chair clearance of...

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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Paul Evans Lounge Chairs

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Chrome

Previously Available Items

Paul Evans Chrome and Suede Cityscape Lounge Chairs for Directional, 1970

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H 29 in W 24 in D 31 in

Paul Evans Chrome and Suede Cityscape Lounge Chairs for Directional, 1970

By Paul Evans, Directional

Located in Chicago, IL

A rare pair of Paul Evans Cityscape Patchwork Lounge Chairs, 1970. Upholstery is blue suede all original. Patchwork is constructed of steel plate frames with contrast of polished chr...

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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Paul Evans Lounge Chairs

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Steel, Chrome

Paul Evans Rare and Exceptional Pair of Patchwork Cube Lounge Chairs, 1970s

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H 29 in W 39.5 in D 31 in

Paul Evans Rare and Exceptional Pair of Patchwork Cube Lounge Chairs, 1970s

By Paul Evans

Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL

Pair of rare swiveling patchwork cube lounge chairs in hand-welded bronze copper and steel on ebonized wood bases by Paul Evans Studio for Directional, 1970's. These chairs are works...

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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Paul Evans Lounge Chairs

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Bronze, Copper, Steel

Paul Evans Illuminated Hexagonal Chrome Club Chairs, a Pair

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H 24 in W 38 in D 39.74 in

Paul Evans Illuminated Hexagonal Chrome Club Chairs, a Pair

By Paul Evans

Located in Culver City, CA

These chairs are absolutely stunning-- and definitely rare. With only 2 other documented examples we could find online, these are definitely one of Paul Evans' rarer designs. Completely clad in a herringbone brushed chrome, these hexagonal club chairs can be pushed up against each other to form a tete-a-tete or simply placed next to each other as bold statement pieces. These hexagonal club chairs are upholstered in its original silver crushed velvet, with the upholstery in remarkably good condition with very minimal wear. The bottoms of the chairs have a recessed plinth base and directly above the recessed base are lights the illuminate the entire base of the chairs-- giving the chairs a heavenly halo effect on the bottom. The chairs do indeed plug into the wall and have a switch to turn the lights on and off. These chairs are wonderful examples of Paul Evans work and would look incredible in any mid century modern, contemporary or eclectic home or office. These are definitely collectors pieces. We currently have these chairs in our gallery paired with a Karl Springer credenza...

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1980s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Paul Evans Lounge Chairs

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Chrome

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

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H 34 in W 21.5 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

Pair of Iconic Paul Evans Directional Cityscape Cubist Mid-Century Modern PE241 dining arm chairs. Back and seat cushions are soft and comfortable. Features sturdy wooden chair frame...

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1970s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Paul Evans Lounge Chairs

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Metal

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

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H 34 in W 21.5 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 6 Iconic Paul Evans Directional Cityscape Cubist Mid-Century Modern dining chairs. Includes Two PE241 arm chairs, Four PE240 armless side chairs. Back and seat cushions are so...

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1970s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Paul Evans Lounge Chairs

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Metal

Paul Evans, Forged Steel Lounge Chairs, USA

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H 28 in W 31 in D 26 in

Paul Evans, Forged Steel Lounge Chairs, USA

By Paul Evans

Located in New York, NY

A superb example of Paul Evans’ forged metal techniques, this unique pair of chairs features hand-sculpted bases formed from forged, welded, patinated and polychromed steel. Each has...

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1960s American Vintage Paul Evans Lounge Chairs

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Steel

Paul Evans Sculpted Bronze Swivel Lounge Chairs

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H 32.5 in Dm 29.5 in

Paul Evans Sculpted Bronze Swivel Lounge Chairs

By Paul Evans

Located in Miami, FL

Paul Evans Studio for Directional, Sculpted-bronze series lounge chairs model PE 141 Exceptional abstract forms, solid volumes and powerful brutal shapes, Swivel and barrel back ...

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1970s American Brutalist Vintage Paul Evans Lounge Chairs

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Bronze

Paul Evans Sculpted Bronze Swivel Chair

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H 42.5 in W 29.5 in D 26 in

Paul Evans Sculpted Bronze Swivel Chair

By Paul Evans

Located in Dallas, TX

A rare sculpted bronze swiveling throne chair by Paul Evans signed PE-67.

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1960s Vintage Paul Evans Lounge Chairs

Eight Signed Paul Evans Original Cityscape Dining Chairs Chrome, Directional

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H 34.75 in W 19.5 in D 26 in

Eight Signed Paul Evans Original Cityscape Dining Chairs Chrome, Directional

By Paul Evans

Located in Lambertville, NJ

Fabulous and rare set of eight Mid-Century Modern original PE-240 Paul Evans iconic city scape dining room side chairs for Directional, circa early 1970s, new hope, PA. Original pape...

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1970s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Paul Evans Lounge Chairs

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Steel, Chrome

Paul Evans Cube Lounge Chair in Alexander Girard Fabric

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H 28 in W 32 in D 32 in

Paul Evans Cube Lounge Chair in Alexander Girard Fabric

By Paul Evans

Located in Las Vegas, NV

A signed Paul Evans brass and burl wood patchwork cube swivel lounge chair upholstered in Alexander Girard fabric, circa 1970.

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1970s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Paul Evans Lounge Chairs

Pair of Armchairs in Tesselated Brass and Chrome by Paul Evans

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H 34 in W 24.5 in D 27 in

Pair of Armchairs in Tesselated Brass and Chrome by Paul Evans

By Directional, Paul Evans

Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL

Pair of upholstered arm chairs with frames in tessellated brass and chrome by Paul Evans for Directional Furniture, Cityscape Collection, American 19...

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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Paul Evans Lounge Chairs

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Brass, Chrome

Paul Evans Studio Chair

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H 32 in W 24 in D 34 in

Paul Evans Studio Chair

By Paul Evans

Located in Amarillo, TX

Paul Evans Studio Chair USA, c 1970 Welded patinated steel,. Newly upholstered in mohair. Each: 32 1/2 in. (82.6 cm.) high Produced by Paul E...

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1970s American American Craftsman Vintage Paul Evans Lounge Chairs

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Steel

Paul Evans lounge chairs for sale on 1stDibs.

Paul Evans lounge 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 lounge chairs, although brown editions of this piece are particularly popular. Many of the original lounge chairs by Paul Evans were created in the mid-century modern style in united states during the 1970s. If you’re looking for additional options, many customers also consider lounge chairs by Michael Wolk, John Hutton, and Paul Tuttle. Prices for Paul Evans lounge chairs can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these items begin at $4,800 and can go as high as $18,000, while a piece like these, on average, fetch $11,160.