Paul McCobb Seating
American, 1917-1969
The single aesthetic attribute of vintage Paul McCobb furniture is that the designer completely forsook ornament — his pieces have no flourishes. And yet, because they are honest — McCobb’s chairs, desks and dining tables are made of solid wood, usually maple or birch, often paired with frames and legs of wrought iron; the cabinets are traditionally scaled; the seating pieces have historic antecedents such as the Windsor chair — his mid-century modern work has warmth and presence.
You could call the Massachusetts-born McCobb a man of parts. As a furniture designer, his work combined the attributes of many of his now better-known peers.
Like the work of Bauhaus designers such as Ludwig Mies van der Rohe and Marcel Breuer, McCobb's furniture had purity of form and line. Like the designs of Florence Knoll and George Nelson and his associates, McCobb’s work was efficient and purposeful. And even like George Nakashima, he was adept at interpreting traditional forms, in particular those of chairs, for the 20th century.
More than any other designer besides Russel Wright, with his ubiquitous ceramic tableware, McCobb was arguably responsible for the introduction of modern design into middle-class American households — if for no other reason than that he designed the 1952 set for the original Today show.
McCobb, a repeat recipient of the Good Design Award from the Museum of Modern Art, also designed cohesive lines of furnishings, such as his best-known Planner Group, that gave homes an instant “look.” He designed for several companies, most notably Directional, which was home to McCobb’s Origami chair.
In 1949, in partnership with New York furniture salesman B.G. Mesberg, McCobb set up the Directional Furniture Company, a brand known to vintage mid-century modern furniture collectors everywhere. Directional opened its doors after McCobb created the high-end Directional Modern line of sofas distributed by the New York-based Modernage Company. Directional also produced designs by other legends such as Paul Evans and Vladimir Kagan.
As you can see from the offerings on 1stDibs, McCobb designs are the pin-striped suit, or the little black dress, of a decor: an essential.
Find vintage Paul McCobb credenzas, bookcases, nightstands and other furniture on 1stDibs.
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Item Ships From: Europe
Creator: Paul McCobb
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 Paul McCobb Seating
Materials
Fabric, Walnut
Pair of Paul McCobb Planner Group Spindle Back Chairs in black stained maple
By Paul McCobb
Located in Berlin, DE
Pair of Paul McCobb Planner Group Chairs in black stained maple, USA - 1950s. Good original condition.
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Paul McCobb Seating
Materials
Maple
Pair of Mid-Century Lounge Chairs by Paul McCobb for Directional, 1950s
By Paul McCobb, Directional
Located in Rosendahl, DE
Very comfortable and attractive pair of lounge chairs from the 1950s by Paul McCobb. The armchairs are newly upholstered and covered with a high-quality, off-white wool fabric.
Mode...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Paul McCobb Seating
Materials
Wool, Wood
Paul McCobb, set of 6 refined oak chairs.
By Paul McCobb
Located in Milano, IT
COD-2432
Paul McCobb
Set of 6 refined oak chairs.
Uk manufacture, 1950's.
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Mid-20th Century English Mid-Century Modern Paul McCobb Seating
Materials
Oak
Paul McCobb Origami Armchair on Spider Base
By Paul McCobb
Located in Dronten, NL
1960s vintage white molded fiberglass Origami arm shell chair designed by Paul McCobb on a very scarce spider base. A stunning example of this rarely seen combo. The faceted chair...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Paul McCobb Seating
Materials
Steel
Paul McCobb Set of Two Mid-Century Iron Stools with New Leather Upholstery
By Paul McCobb, Planner Group
Located in La Teste De Buch, FR
Set of 2 Mid-Century Modern iron stools by Paul McCobb.
Newly reupholstered as they originally were, with no-sag springs, foam and a thick vintage ...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Paul McCobb Seating
Materials
Iron
Paul McCobb Iron Stool
By Paul McCobb
Located in Berlin, DE
Original Paul McCobb Iron stool with vinyl seating surface in green skai upholstery.
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Paul McCobb Seating
Materials
Iron
Set of 4 Paul McCobb Shovel Chairs for Winchendon, 1950s USA
By Paul McCobb
Located in Berlin, DE
Set of 4 Paul McCobb Planner Group Shovel chairs in Maple for Winchendon, USA 1950s.
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Paul McCobb Seating
Materials
Metal
Rare New Upholstered Beige Paul McCobb Set for Directional, USA - 1950s
By Paul McCobb, Directional
Located in Berlin, DE
Early 1950s Paul McCobb Set for Directional, newly upholstered in Dedar Fabric. The measurements given apply to the sofa. The Lounge Chair measures: D9...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Paul McCobb Seating
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Rare Paul McCobb Patio Chaise for Arbuck, USA, 1950s
By Paul McCobb, Arbuck
Located in Berlin, DE
Rare Paul McCobb patio chaise for Arbuck, USA 1950s
The chaise in its original condition. We could restore the chaise completely with a new powdercoating and can also provide a new pillow.
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Paul McCobb Seating
Materials
Metal
Spindle Back Planner Group Chair by Paul McCobb for Winchendon, 1950s
By Planner Group, Paul McCobb
Located in La Teste De Buch, FR
Maple spindle back dining chair from the Planner Group series designed by Paul McCobb and manufactured by Winchendon, Massachusetts. Very good condition with a fantastic patina.
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Paul McCobb Seating
Materials
Maple
Newly Upholstered Wingback Sofa 1307 by Paul McCobb for Directional, US, 1950s
By Paul McCobb, Directional
Located in Berlin, DE
Paul McCobb sofa model 1307 for Directional features a slight winged back resting on a maple frame that gives the sofa a floating look with loose cushions on seat and back. Newly reu...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Paul McCobb Seating
Materials
Fabric, Upholstery, Wood, Maple
Set of Three Paul McCobb Wrought Iron Stools
By Planner Group, Paul McCobb
Located in Berlin, DE
Paul McCobb Iron stools with new light leather upholstery.
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Paul McCobb Seating
Materials
Iron
Set of Five Different Paul McCobb Planner Group Chairs for Winchendon
By Planner Group, Paul McCobb
Located in Berlin, DE
Curated set of five chairs by Paul McCobb planner group for Wichendon.
Chairs are in good condition with a vintage patina. All chairs are recently glued.
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Paul McCobb Seating
Materials
Iron
Paul McCobb Sectional Corner Sofa Custom Craft/ Planner Group Newly Upholstered
By Custom Craft Inc., Planner Group, Paul McCobb
Located in Berlin, DE
Sectional corner sofa by Paul McCobb for Custom craft or Planner Group, US.
Newly upholstered with fabric by Chase Erwin.
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Paul McCobb Seating
Materials
Fabric, Upholstery, Wood
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Paul McCobb Dining Chairs for Planner Group, Set of 4 Mid Century Modern
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Set of Three Kitch Mid-Century Bar Stools with Pink Upholstery, Black Piping
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Original Mid century Rare Paul McCobb Low Lounge Chair
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Pair of Paul McCobb "Squirm" Lounge Chairs
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Paul McCobb for Directional Off-White Velvet Sofa, 1950s
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Paul McCobb Modernist Maple Armchair Designed in the 1950s
By Paul McCobb
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Set of Two Mid Century Stools EMSA, West Germany, 1970s
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Set of Six Matched 1535 Paul McCobb Planner Group Dining Chairs for Winchendon
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Located in Berlin, DE
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Paul McCobb Mid-Century Iron Stool with New Leather Upholstery
By Planner Group, Paul McCobb
Located in La Teste De Buch, FR
Mid-Century Modern iron stool by Paul McCobb.
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‘Captain’s Chair’ by Paul McCobb for Winchendon Furniture Co
By Paul McCobb
Located in London, GB
A rare model 1532 ‘Captain’s Chair’ in solid maple by Paul McCobb for Winchendon Furniture Co. USA, c. 1950s.
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Pair of Paul McCobb Lounge or Arm Chairs for Calvin 1950s, USA
By Calvin Furniture, Paul McCobb
Located in Berlin, DE
Pair of Paul McCobb lounge or arm chairs for Calvin 1950s, USA
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Set of 2 Newly Upholstered Chairs by Paul McCobb for Arbuck, 1950s, US
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Pair of Lounge Chairs by Paul McCobb for Directional / WK Möbel, Germany, 1960s
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Pair of Wrought Iron Stools by Paul McCobb, US, 1950s
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Mid-Century Modern Set of 4 Paul McCobb Dining Chairs, American, 1950s
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Located in Richmond, Surrey
Mid-Century Modern set of 4 Paul McCobb dining chairs, American, 1950
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Pair of Lounge Chairs with an Ottoman by Paul McCobb for Directional, US, 1950s
By Paul McCobb, Directional
Located in Berlin, DE
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Paul Mccobb seating for sale on 1stDibs.
Paul McCobb seating 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 Paul McCobb seating, although brown editions of this piece are particularly popular. We have 235 vintage editions of these items in-stock, while there is 1 modern edition to choose from as well. Many of the original seating by Paul McCobb 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 Eero Saarinen, Ludwig Mies van der Rohe, and Charles Eames. Prices for Paul McCobb seating can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these items begin at $599 and can go as high as $25,995, while a piece like these, on average, fetch $3,865.
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Questions About Paul McCobb Seating
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022You can sell Paul McCobb furniture in a number of ways. Options include selling directly to someone else by advertising on social media or in the newspaper or going to a vintage furniture shop. You can also work with an auction house or choose a reputable online platform. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of Paul McCobb furniture.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022The best way to identify Paul McCobb furniture is to look for the signature hallmarks of his style. He didn't sign or add a brand marker to his pieces. McCobb preferred clean, simple lines with no ornamentation. Slightly angled legs and boxy drawers and chair backs are indicative of his work. On 1stDibs, find a variety of expertly vetted Paul McCobb furniture.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022To refinish Paul McCobb furniture, start by stripping away the old finish with a chemical stripper. Then, use a fine wire brush and steel wool to remove any lingering chemicals. Sand every surface and apply a wood conditioner. Finally, apply three to five coats of lacquer. Find a collection of Paul McCobb furniture on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022In most cases, Paul McCobb used a natural lacquer wood finish. In doing so, he emphasized the natural color and grain of the hardwoods used to build his tables, desks, cabinets and other furniture. Shop a collection of Paul McCobb on 1stDibs.
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