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Paul McCobb Sideboards

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
Paul McCobb Irwin Collection Console by Calvin Group, Model C9315
By Calvin Furniture, Paul McCobb
Located in San Diego, CA
A striking example of timeless American modernism, this rare Paul McCobb console from the Irwin Collection for the Calvin Group (Model C9315) blends sculptural elegance with though...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Paul McCobb Sideboards

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Marble, Brass

Paul McCobb Planner Group Black Lacquered Sideboard Credenza, Newly Refinished
By Paul McCobb, Planner Group
Located in South Bend, IN
An exceptional Minimalist Mid-Century Modern sliding door sideboard, credenza, or bar cabinet By Paul McCobb for Winchendon Furniture "Planner Group" USA, 1950s Black lacque...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Paul McCobb Sideboards

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Maple, Lacquer

Calvin Collection Sliding Door Cabinet by Paul McCobb
By Paul McCobb
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Leatherette covered sliding door cabinet with aluminum trim accents from the Paul McCobb Calvin collection. Please confirm item location (NY or NJ) with dealer.
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Paul McCobb Sideboards

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Aluminum

Paul McCobb Sideboard for Calvin
By Irwin Furniture, Paul McCobb
Located in Chicago, IL
Paul McCobb Sideboard for Calvin-"Irwin Collection" walnut case with solid tapered legs connecting cross stretchers, finished on backside, travertine marble top, accordion folding do...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Paul McCobb Sideboards

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Travertine

Paul McCobb Sideboard for Calvin
Paul McCobb Sideboard for Calvin
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Paul McCobb Petite Sideboard Cabinet Dark Walnut Brass Pulls
By Paul McCobb, Planner Group
Located in Westport, CT
Paul McCobb for Planner Group, midsize dark walnut four draw brass pull elegant sideboard cabinet.
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Paul McCobb Sideboards

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Mahogany, Walnut

Paul McCobb 'Delineator' Sideboard for Lane
By Lane Furniture, Paul McCobb
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Two of the mid-century's most accomplished furniture makers came together for the Delineator line. Paul McCobb designed this for Lane Furniture in rich walnut with rosewood top, dove...
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Paul McCobb Sideboards

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Chrome

Paul McCobb Connoisseur Collection Mid-Century Modern Mahogany Dry Bar or Server
By Paul McCobb, H Sacks & Sons
Located in St. Louis, MO
Hard to find Paul McCobb dry bar or server for his Connoisseur collection by H. Saks & Sons. To be refinished, custom color available, rounded pulls to be re-plated brass. Top lifts ...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Paul McCobb Sideboards

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Mahogany

MCM Paul McCobb Irwin Collection Calvin Credenza Sideboard Leather Brass Walnut
By Calvin Furniture, Paul McCobb
Located in Portland, OR
An original & iconic Mid-Century Modern credenza / wall unit model # C8506, designed by Paul Mc Cobb "The Irwin Collection" for Calvin Furniture, 1952. Condition is excellent! A very rare twin section walnut brass & leather cabinet designed by Paul Mc Cobb, the top having brass dividers/supports with two moveable modular units one with four drawers the other with twin cupboard doors. This model is very rare, possibly a commission piece with leather fronts to the doors, most of the C8506 models had plain wood or doors with caning. The cabinet is also fitted with two original smoked glass shelves, the cabinet is fitted with a brass tag to one of the drawers "Calvin Grand Rapids The Irwin Collection designed by Paul Mc Cobb". The base with corresponding brass legs to the front & rear, the cabinet with four 'concertina' doors fitted with the original Oxblood color leather and enclosing a fitted interior. Condition is very good indeed, the cabinet having been recently professionally restored in Bloomsbury's workshop. Provenance, the cabinet belonged to a prominent local architect and was acquired from new. Bloomsbury Fine...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Paul McCobb Sideboards

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Brass

Paul McCobb Eight-Drawer Dresser Marble Top for Calvin Furniture, 1950s
By Calvin Furniture, Paul McCobb
Located in Camden, ME
Paul McCobb eight-drawer walnut dresser is part of McCobb's Irwin line manufactured by Calvin Furniture of Grand Rapids during the 1950s. The cabinet has 2 folding doors of three pa...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Paul McCobb Sideboards

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Marble

Paul McCobb Credenza with Travertine Top
By Calvin Furniture, Paul McCobb
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This stylish midcentury sideboard features the iconic design of Paul McCobb and boasts vintage mahogany finish and a striking travertine top. Tapered brass legs add to the appeal of ...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Paul McCobb Sideboards

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Wood

Paul McCobb designed Dresser for Lane Furniture
By Paul McCobb, Lane Furniture
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This beautiful vintage modern dresser boasts sixteen hefty drawers ensuring plenty of room for storage within its compact design. A stylish case piece with cabinet doors in the cente...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Paul McCobb Sideboards

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Metal

Vintage "Planner Group" Credenza by Paul McCobb for Winchendon Furniture
By Winchendon, Paul McCobb
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Exceptional vintage “Planner Group” credenza by Paul McCobb for Winchendon Furniture in the United States, circa 1950s. This credenza belongs to the f...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Paul McCobb Sideboards

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Smoked Glass, Birch, Ebony

Paul McCobb for Calvin Sideboard and Bar with Leather and Caned Front
By Calvin Furniture, Paul McCobb
Located in Palm Springs, CA
A quite stunning combination sideboard with a bar cabinet on top. The bar has felt on the bottom so it can be easily position to sit anywhere on the credenza top. We have had he piec...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Paul McCobb Sideboards

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Wood

Paul McCobb Designed Credenza
By Paul McCobb
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Long multi-use unit designed by Paul McCobb for his Irwin Collection. Made of mahogany wood grain and accenting brass hardware. Left side has a bi-fold door and cabinet storage, the ...
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Paul McCobb Sideboards

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Mahogany

Mid-Century Modern Dresser by Paul McCobb
By Paul McCobb
Located in Brooklyn, NY
A beautiful vintage modern sideboard by Paul McCobb with a sleek marble top. This stunning case piece offers plenty of room for storage within its many drawers hidden by unique foldi...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Paul McCobb Sideboards

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Maple

Paul McCobb Calvin Group Credenza
By Paul McCobb, Calvin Furniture
Located in New York, NY
Classic Paul McCobb sideboard, server, credenza for Clavin. The cabinet has two sliding doors, each with leather fronts, and a metal handle. The doors open to interior storage. The u...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Paul McCobb Sideboards

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Metal

Paul Mccobb Dresser or Sideboard for Calvin The Irwin Collection
By Paul McCobb
Located in Chicago, IL
Paul Mccobb dresser or sideboard for Calvin The Irwin Collection.
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Paul McCobb Sideboards

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Wood

Paul McCobb Bleached Mahogany Accordion Doors Sideboard, Refinished to Order
By Paul McCobb
Located in St. Louis, MO
Paul McCobb sideboard or credenza with accordion doors in bleached mahogany. Calvin Group, finished back, tapered legs, currently being refinished, cust...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Paul McCobb Sideboards

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Mahogany

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Paul Mccobb sideboards for sale on 1stDibs.

Paul McCobb sideboards 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 sideboards, although brown editions of this piece are particularly popular. Many of the original sideboards 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 sideboards by Edward Wormley, Dunbar, and Harvey Probber. Prices for Paul McCobb sideboards can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these items begin at $1,610 and can go as high as $16,500, while a piece like these, on average, fetch $6,000.
Questions About Paul McCobb Sideboards
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 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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