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Paul McCobb Bookcases

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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Creator: Paul McCobb
Original Paul McCobb Bookcase/Etagere and Bench Set from the Planner Group
Original Paul McCobb Bookcase/Etagere and Bench Set from the Planner Group

Original Paul McCobb Bookcase/Etagere and Bench Set from the Planner Group

$3,200 / set

Original Paul McCobb Bookcase/Etagere and Bench Set from the Planner Group

By Paul McCobb

Located in New York, NY

Gorgeous Mid Century two piece shelving system by Paul McCobb and part of the “Planner Group” manufactured by Winchendon in the 1950s. Original maple wood shelves and black wrought i...

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Paul McCobb Bookcases

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Iron

Mid-Century Modern Walnut and Brass Bookcase Etagere by Paul McCobb
Mid-Century Modern Walnut and Brass Bookcase Etagere by Paul McCobb

Mid-Century Modern Walnut and Brass Bookcase Etagere by Paul McCobb

$4,850

Mid-Century Modern Walnut and Brass Bookcase Etagere by Paul McCobb

By Paul McCobb

Located in North York, ON

An iconic piece of mid-century modern design, this walnut and brass bookcase étagère by Paul McCobb was crafted in the USA circa 1970’s. The sleek brass frame provides a refined arch...

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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Paul McCobb Bookcases

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Brass

2 Paul McCobb Planner Group Mid Century Bookcases for Winchendon
2 Paul McCobb Planner Group Mid Century Bookcases for Winchendon

2 Paul McCobb Planner Group Mid Century Bookcases for Winchendon

$2,400 / set

2 Paul McCobb Planner Group Mid Century Bookcases for Winchendon

By Paul McCobb

Located in Cincinnati, OH

A pair of solid maple wood bookcases sitting on stainless square tubed legs with pads on the feet to protect your floors having one nonadjustable shelve each. A very functional and p...

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Paul McCobb Bookcases

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Paul McCobb Planner Group Black Lacquered Bookcase, Newly Refinished
Paul McCobb Planner Group Black Lacquered Bookcase, Newly Refinished

Paul McCobb Planner Group Black Lacquered Bookcase, Newly Refinished

$1,795

Paul McCobb Planner Group Black Lacquered Bookcase, Newly Refinished

By Winchendon, Paul McCobb

Located in South Bend, IN

A sleek and stylish Mid-Century Modern bookcase By Paul McCobb for Winchendon Furniture, "Planner Group" USA, 1950s Black lacquered solid birch, with brass finished steel hairpin ...

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Paul McCobb Bookcases

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Steel

Stylish Mid-Century Small Bookcase by Paul McCobb for Planner Group
Stylish Mid-Century Small Bookcase by Paul McCobb for Planner Group

Stylish Mid-Century Small Bookcase by Paul McCobb for Planner Group

$1,160Sale Price|20% Off

Stylish Mid-Century Small Bookcase by Paul McCobb for Planner Group

By Paul McCobb

Located in Pemberton, NJ

Stylish small bookcase for the Planner Group designed by architect and furniture designer Paul McCobb. Great to use in a children's room to keep all their books within reach for the...

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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Paul McCobb Bookcases

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Birch

Paul McCobb Planner Group Mid Century Bookcase for Winchendon
Paul McCobb Planner Group Mid Century Bookcase for Winchendon

Paul McCobb Planner Group Mid Century Bookcase for Winchendon

$1,275

Paul McCobb Planner Group Mid Century Bookcase for Winchendon

By Paul McCobb

Located in Cincinnati, OH

A solid maple wood bookcase sitting on stainless square tubed legs having one nonadjustable shelve. A very functional and perfectly sized piece for a smaller space, manufactured by t...

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Paul McCobb Bookcases

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Paul McCobb Storage Unit Custom Matte Blackened Finish
Paul McCobb Storage Unit Custom Matte Blackened Finish

Paul McCobb Storage Unit Custom Matte Blackened Finish

$4,400Sale Price|20% Off

Paul McCobb Storage Unit Custom Matte Blackened Finish

By Paul McCobb

Located in Chicago, IL

Paul McCobb Storage Unit for Calvin Furniture features a custom matte blackened finish over walnut. Three drawers, an open display cubby, and sliding doors for extra storage. Refinis...

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1960s American Vintage Paul McCobb Bookcases

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Walnut

Paul McCobb Mid-Century Modern Walnut Bookcase on Hairpin Legs, Newly Refinished
Paul McCobb Mid-Century Modern Walnut Bookcase on Hairpin Legs, Newly Refinished

Paul McCobb Mid-Century Modern Walnut Bookcase on Hairpin Legs, Newly Refinished

$3,795

Paul McCobb Mid-Century Modern Walnut Bookcase on Hairpin Legs, Newly Refinished

By Paul McCobb, Lane Furniture

Located in South Bend, IN

A sleek and stylish Mid-Century Modern bookcase or display cabinet By Paul McCobb for Lane Furniture, "Components" Collection USA, 1960s Gorgeous walnut, with steel hairpin legs, ...

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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Paul McCobb Bookcases

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Paul Mccobb Room Divider for Calvin Furniture Company
Paul Mccobb Room Divider for Calvin Furniture Company

Paul Mccobb Room Divider for Calvin Furniture Company

$9,600Sale Price|20% Off

Paul Mccobb Room Divider for Calvin Furniture Company

By Paul McCobb, Directional

Located in Chicago, IL

Paul McCobb Room Divider for Calvin Furniture Company, Features Mahogany, solid brass and glass shelves. Lower section has Five Drawers with brass...

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Paul McCobb Bookcases

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Brass

Paul McCobb for Calvin Linear Group Sliding Door Bookcase Cabinet, 1950s
Paul McCobb for Calvin Linear Group Sliding Door Bookcase Cabinet, 1950s

Paul McCobb for Calvin Linear Group Sliding Door Bookcase Cabinet, 1950s

$1,495

Paul McCobb for Calvin Linear Group Sliding Door Bookcase Cabinet, 1950s

By Paul McCobb

Located in South Bend, IN

A sleek and stylish Mid-Century Modern bookcase, credenza, or display cabinet By Paul McCobb for Calvin Furniture, "Linear Group" USA, 1950s Walnut, with sliding glass front doors...

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American Mid-Century brass and walnut etegere
American Mid-Century brass and walnut etegere

American Mid-Century brass and walnut etegere

$3,550

American Mid-Century brass and walnut etegere

By Paul McCobb

Located in Queens, NY

American Mid-Century brass and walnut etegere / display cabinet with 2 top shelves over a 2-sliding textured glass door cabinet above an adjacent solid cabinet with a drop-down front...

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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Paul McCobb Bookcases

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Mid-Century Modern Coffee Table with Bookcase Topper by Paul McCobb
Mid-Century Modern Coffee Table with Bookcase Topper by Paul McCobb

Mid-Century Modern Coffee Table with Bookcase Topper by Paul McCobb

$1,600 / set

Mid-Century Modern Coffee Table with Bookcase Topper by Paul McCobb

By Planner Group, Paul McCobb

Located in Brooklyn, NY

This combination coffee table and bookcase make a unique Mid-Century Modern statement to home or business, offering versatility as a table and bookshelf. Designed by Paul McCobb for ...

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Located in St. Louis, MO

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Paul Mccobb bookcases for sale on 1stDibs.

Paul McCobb bookcases 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 bookcases, although brown editions of this piece are particularly popular. Many of the original bookcases by Paul McCobb were created in the mid-century modern style in united states during the mid-20th century. If you’re looking for additional options, many customers also consider bookcases by George Nelson, Herman Miller, and Drexel. Prices for Paul McCobb bookcases can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these items begin at $1,450 and can go as high as $24,000, while a piece like these, on average, fetch $3,200.

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Questions About Paul McCobb Bookcases
  • How do I identify Paul McCobb furniture?
    1 Answer
    1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    The 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.
  • How do I refinish Paul McCobb furniture?
    1 Answer
    1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    To 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.
  • How can I sell Paul McCobb furniture?
    1 Answer
    1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    You 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.
  • What type of wood finish did Paul McCobb use?
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    1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    In 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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