Paul McCobb Tables
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 Set Cache Console & Cache Desk Organiser For Karakter
By Paul McCobb
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Paul Mccobb Set Cache Console & Cache Desk Organiser For Karakter
The foundation of the Cache series, part of Paul McCobb’s extensive Planner series, is a beautifully simplistic an...
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2010s Danish Mid-Century Modern Paul McCobb Tables
Materials
Oak, Lacquer
Paul McCobb for Directional Black Lacquered Flip Top Server Bar Cart, Refinished
By Directional, Calvin Furniture, Paul McCobb
Located in South Bend, IN
An exceptional Mid-Century Modern flip top extension rolling bar cart server
By Paul McCobb for Directional and produced by Calvin Furniture, "Calvin Group"
USA, 1950s
Black lacqu...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Paul McCobb Tables
Materials
Brass
Paul McCobb Leather and Cane Magazine Table
By Paul McCobb
Located in Dallas, TX
A Paul McCobb for Calvin magazine table with cane shelves and original leather top with brass trim.
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1950s Vintage Paul McCobb Tables
Materials
Cane
1950s Paul McCobb Side Table Solid Maple Planner Group
By Paul McCobb
Located in Chula Vista, CA
1950s Paul McCobb Planner Group Side Table Solid Maple
solid maple wood + angled legs that can be removed for transport.
no label remains
preowned unrestored original fair vintage c...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Paul McCobb Tables
Materials
Maple
Angelo Mangiarotti "Castore" Marble Dining Table by Karakter
By Paul McCobb
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Table designed by Angelo Mangiarotti
Castore is a glass and marble table by Italian architect, sculptor and designer Angelo Mangiarotti. Designed in 1975 for Sorgente dei Mobili, the distinct design is now presented by Karakter, available as a 130cm dining table.
The round glass top rests on a heavy marble pillar, and visually, Mangiarotti would have it seem that only a small marble bowl...
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2010s Danish Mid-Century Modern Paul McCobb Tables
Materials
Steel
Paul Cobb Coffee Planner Table in Black Iron and Solid Maple Top by Winchendon
By Paul McCobb, Winchendon
Located in Berlin, DE
Vintage and fully restored Paul McCobb Coffee Table by Winchendon Planner Group in excellent condition.
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Paul McCobb Tables
Materials
Iron
1950s Paul McCobb for Planner Group Iron Maple Bamboo Nightstand / Side Table
By Planner Group, Paul McCobb
Located in Virginia Beach, VA
Highly desirable Paul McCobb #1572 nightstand or occasional side table from his Planner Group collection for Winchedon, c. 1950s. It features an exposed black wrought iron frame, sin...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Paul McCobb Tables
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Wrought Iron
Mid-Century Coffee Table by Paul McCobb for Planner Group
By Planner Group, Paul McCobb
Located in Raleigh, NC
Mid-century minimalistic coffee table designed by Paul McCobb for Planner Group, USA. This low-profile coffee table is made from beautifully crafted solid maple wood. Flared long leg...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Paul McCobb Tables
Materials
Wood, Maple
Fantastic Paul McCobb for Planner Group Mid Century Square Coffee Table
By Paul McCobb
Located in Pemberton, NJ
Fantastic Paul McCobb for Planner Group mid century square coffee table. This piece is in very nice condition with the top being...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Paul McCobb Tables
Materials
Maple
Early Paul McCobb Winchendon Planner Group Side End Table Unmarked
By Paul McCobb, Winchendon
Located in Forest Grove, PA
An early and rare Paul McCobb for Winchendon Planner Group end or side table. Unmarked.
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Paul McCobb Tables
Materials
Brass
Paul McCobb Brass Side or End Table with Uncommon Textured Top
By Calvin Furniture, Paul McCobb
Located in Highland, IN
The Paul McCobb side or end table features a brass base and a most unusual top with a wonderful textured pattern. This table is more commonly seen with a travertine or vitrolite top....
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Paul McCobb Tables
Materials
Brass
Paul McCobb for Calvin Furniture Black Lacquered Coffee Table, Newly Refinished
By Calvin Furniture, Paul McCobb
Located in South Bend, IN
A sleek and stylish mid-century modern coffee or cocktail table
By Paul McCobb for Calvin Furniture, "Linear Group"
USA, 1950s
Black lacquered walnut, with aluminum accents....
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Paul McCobb Tables
Materials
Aluminum
Paul McCobb Travertine Consoles and or Sofa Tables
By Paul McCobb, Directional
Located in Chicago, IL
Paul McCobb Travertine Consoles and or Sofa Tables, model 8704 for Directional.
Square tubular brass with 3/4" travertine.
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Paul McCobb Tables
Materials
Travertine, Brass
Angelo Mangiarotti "Castore" Marble Dining Table by Karakter
By Paul McCobb
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Table designed by Angelo Mangiarotti
Castore is a glass and marble table by Italian architect, sculptor and designer Angelo Mangiarotti. Designed in 1975 for Sorgente dei Mobili, the distinct design is now presented by Karakter, available as a 130cm dining table.
The round glass top rests on a heavy marble pillar, and visually, Mangiarotti would have it seem that only a small marble bowl...
Category
2010s Danish Mid-Century Modern Paul McCobb Tables
Materials
Steel
Paul McCobb for Calvin Mid Century Brass X Base Dining Table
By Paul McCobb, Calvin Furniture
Located in Countryside, IL
Paul McCobb for Calvin mid century brass X base dining table
The table measures: 71.75 wide x 40 deep x 29 high, with a chair clearance of 24.5 inches; each leaf is 15 inches wide...
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Paul McCobb Tables
Materials
Brass
Angelo Mangiarotti "Castore" Marble Dining Table by Karakter
By Paul McCobb
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Table designed by Angelo Mangiarotti.
Castore is a glass and marble table by Italian architect, sculptor and designer Angelo Mangiarotti. Designed in 1975 for Sorgente dei Mobili, the distinct design is now presented by Karakter, available as a 130cm dining table.
The round glass top rests on a heavy marble pillar, and visually, Mangiarotti would have it seem that only a small marble bowl...
Category
2010s Danish Mid-Century Modern Paul McCobb Tables
Materials
Steel
Angelo Mangiarotti "Castore" Marble Dining Table by Karakter
By Paul McCobb
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Table designed by Angelo Mangiarotti
Castore is a glass and marble table by Italian architect, sculptor and designer Angelo Mangiarotti. Designed in 1975 for Sorgente dei Mobili, the distinct design is now presented by Karakter, available as a 130cm dining table.
The round glass top rests on a heavy marble pillar, and visually, Mangiarotti would have it seem that only a small marble bowl...
Category
2010s Danish Mid-Century Modern Paul McCobb Tables
Materials
Steel
Planner Group Drop-Leaf Dining Table by Paul McCobb, USA, 1950s
By Winchendon, Paul McCobb
Located in Barcelona, ES
Planner Group drop-leaf dining table designed in 1950s by Paul McCobb for Winchendon, USA. Solid maple wood with two leaves that can be used interchangeably. Signed.
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Paul McCobb Tables
Materials
Wood, Maple
Mid-Century Paul McCobb Calvin Group Dining Set
By Paul McCobb, Calvin Furniture
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This vintage dining set features the unique Mid-Century design of Paul McCobb produced for the Calvin group. Stylish aluminum trim contrasts with the rich walnut finish of this expan...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Paul McCobb Tables
Materials
Fabric, Walnut
Paul McCobb Planer Group Maple Wrought Iron Side Table
By Planner Group, Paul McCobb
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Minimal, mid century modern, side table by Paul McCobb for Planner Group features a wrought iron frame with graduated tiers of maple and slat maple. The lower tier is 6.5 inches heig...
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Mid-20th Century North American Mid-Century Modern Paul McCobb Tables
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Wrought Iron
Refinished Planner Group Table by Paul McCobb
By Paul McCobb
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This is an iconic Planner group table by Paul Mccobb. This solid maple table has been professionally refinished in medium walnut.
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1960s American Vintage Paul McCobb Tables
Materials
Maple
Pair Paul McCobb Brass Frame Side/End Table Travertine Top, 1960
By Paul McCobb
Located in Chicago, IL
Pair Paul McCobb Brass Frame Side/End Tables Travertine Top, 1960. Original in great condition.
Measures 15.25" tall 20" x 20", travertine 1" thick
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Paul McCobb Tables
Materials
Travertine, Brass
Paul McCobb Midcentury Cocktail Table End Table Connoisseur Collection
By Paul McCobb
Located in Port Jervis, NY
Paul McCobb Connoisseur collection for H. Sacks and Sons, Brookline mass. Three-drawer cocktail table or large end table in black lacquer. Top is framed in brass along with bronzed drawer pulls...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Paul McCobb Tables
Materials
Brass
Paul McCobb for Calvin Mid Century Bleached Mahogany and Brass Coffee Table
By Calvin Furniture, Paul McCobb
Located in Countryside, IL
Paul McCobb for Calvin Mid Century Bleached Mahogany and Brass Coffee Table
This coffee table measures: 66 wide x 32 deep x 16 inches high
All pieces of furniture can be had in wha...
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Paul McCobb Tables
Materials
Brass
Paul McCobb Mid-Century Modern Black lacquer Slate Like Top Coffee Table MINT!
By Paul McCobb
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Paul McCobb Mid-Century Modern Black lacquer Slate Like Top Coffee Table MINT!
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Paul McCobb Tables
Materials
Birch, Laminate
Pair of Vintage Paul McCobb Calvin Milk Glass and Cane End Tables
By Paul McCobb
Located in Chicago, IL
Pair of Vintage Paul McCobb milk glass and cane end tables
Fully marked with Calvin labels on the interior drawers.
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Paul McCobb Tables
Materials
Cane, Milk Glass, Wood
Mid-century Blond Maple Desk by Paul McCobb "Planner Group" for Winchendon
By Paul McCobb, Winchendon
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Late Mid-century solid maple pedestal desk featuring 2 tapered legs and 2 pull-out drawers on the right side of the desk. Each drawer comes with its original brass hourglass pulls, a...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Paul McCobb Tables
Materials
Brass
Paul McCobb Perimeter Group Walnut Leather Side Table
By Winchendon, Paul McCobb
Located in Baltimore, MD
Spectacular 1960s rare mid-century end/ side table designed by Paul McCobb for Winchendon Furniture Company, 1960s "Perimeter Group". Features an oval shaped top in beautifully grain...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Paul McCobb Tables
Materials
Leather, Walnut
Paul McCobb Irwin Collection Brass and Travertine Sofa Table
By Paul McCobb
Located in Dallas, TX
Console designed by Paul McCobb for Directional. Constructed of brass with travertine top. Excellent condition.
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Paul McCobb Tables
Materials
Travertine, Brass
Paul McCobb Drop-Leaf Dining Table for Calvin
By Paul McCobb
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Very nice Paul McCobb drop-leaf dining table with three 12" extension leaves.
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Paul McCobb Tables
Paul McCobb for Planner Group Mid Century Side End Tables, Pair
By Paul McCobb
Located in Countryside, IL
Paul McCobb for Planner Group Mid Century side end tables, pair
Each table measures: 36 wide x 18 deep x 10 high
This price includes getting this set in what we call Restored Vinta...
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Paul McCobb Tables
Materials
Wood
1950s Vintage Paul McCobb Iron Rod Planner Group Side Table Abstract Midcentury
By Planner Group, Paul McCobb
Located in Hyattsville, MD
The early 1950s lesser seen end table model from the Planner Group. Beauty through function and cost-effective materials. The Planner Group Line by Paul McCobb, Model#1305 table, Win...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Paul McCobb Tables
Materials
Iron
Paul McCobb for Directional Mahogany and Travertine Side or End Table
By Paul McCobb
Located in Dallas, TX
Paul McCobb for Directional mid-century side or end table with travertine top. Cane shelf.
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Paul McCobb Tables
Materials
Travertine
Mid-Century Modern Paul McCobb for Planner Group Side Table
By Paul McCobb
Located in Newfoundland, PA
Usual size Paul McCobb for planner group occasional side table.
Measuring: 24 in W x 18 in D x 20 in H.
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Paul McCobb Tables
Materials
Maple
Paul McCobb Side Table
By Paul McCobb
Located in East Hampton, NY
Newly refinished Paul McCobb side table by Winchendon.
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1950s American Vintage Paul McCobb Tables
Materials
Wood
Paul McCobb Designed Drop-Leaf Dining Table
By Paul McCobb
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This gorgeous vintage modern dining table features a drop leaf design with three additional leaves allowing this table to go from 25.75 inches wide all the way to 90 inches wide. The...
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Paul McCobb Tables
Materials
Aluminum
Paul McCobb Occasional Table with Brass Frame and Cantilevered Top
By Paul McCobb
Located in Kansas City, MO
Rare McCobb side table with cantilevered top, brass frame and cross stretcher.
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Paul McCobb Tables
Materials
Brass
Paul McCobb Square Center Birch Coffee Table
By Paul McCobb
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Very nice Mid-Century Modern square center table with con tapered legs.
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Paul McCobb Tables
Materials
Birch
Paul McCobb for Planner Group Mid Century 2 Tier Corner Table
By Paul McCobb, Planner Group
Located in Countryside, IL
Paul McCobb For Planner Group mid century 2 tier corner table
The table measures: 30 wide x 30 deep x 21 inches high
All pieces of furnitur...
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Paul McCobb Tables
Materials
Wood
Pair of White Lacquered Wood Side Tables by Paul McCobb
By Paul McCobb
Located in New York, NY
Pair of white lacquered wood side tables by Paul McCobb.
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Paul McCobb Tables
Materials
Wood
Paul McCobb Beech wood and Leather cocktail table.Perimeter Group, Winchendon
By Paul McCobb, Planner Group
Located in Buffalo, NY
Rare Paul McCobb for Winchendon Furniture Company, 1950."Perimeter Group" beech wood and leather cocktail table.Stunning table,classic mid century modern design.. This line was very ...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Paul McCobb Tables
Materials
Leather, Beech
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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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Paul McCobb Tables
Paul McCobb Directional Dining Table with Brass Stretchers by Calvin
By Paul McCobb
Located in Chicago, IL
Paul McCobb Directional Dining Table with Brass Stretchers
One of the more desirable dining table forms with brass stretchers by Paul Mccobb. Produced by Calvin as part of the "Irw...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Paul McCobb Tables
Materials
Wood
Paul McCobb Brass Inset Leather Caned Magazine Table
By Paul McCobb
Located in Chicago, IL
Paul McCobb magazine table. Caned shelves with leather top. Brass edging. High quality Paul McCobb.
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Paul McCobb Tables
Materials
Wood
A Rare Paul McCobb Brass and Marble Dinette Table
By Paul McCobb
Located in Chicago, IL
A rare architectural brass dinette table with X stretcher and a beautiful original marble top. Attributed to Paul McCobb. Still researching to determine...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Paul McCobb Tables
Materials
Marble, Brass
Mid-Century Paul McCobb End Table for Calvin Group
By Paul McCobb
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This beautiful Paul McCobb end table features the original manufacturers label, unique McCobb drawer pulls, brass trim, leather top, and stylish cane shelf. Two-drawer construction makes this ideal for sofa side storage...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Paul McCobb Tables
Paul McCobb for Dunbar Parsons-Style Dark Finished Wooden End / Side Table
By Paul McCobb
Located in Queens, NY
American Mid-Century wooden square end / side table with four square wooden legs with a dark brown stained finish. (PAUL MCCOBB FOR DUNBAR FURNITURE COMPANY)
Some wear to finish.
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Paul McCobb Tables
Materials
Wood
Rattan Shelf Side Table by Paul McCobb for Calvin Furniture, 1950s
By Paul McCobb, Calvin Furniture
Located in Sagaponack, NY
A Mid-Century Modern side table with shelf designed by Paul McCobb. Constructed in light walnut wood with a round top of opaque Vitrolite glass and features a rattan lower shelf. Cra...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Paul McCobb Tables
Materials
Walnut, Glass
Paul McCobb End Tables Perimeter Group for Winchendon Furniture Co. 1950
By Paul McCobb, Planner Group
Located in Buffalo, NY
Rare Paul McCobb for Winchendon Furniture Company, 1950."Perimeter Group" beech wood and leather end tables.Stunning tables,classic mid century modern design.. This line was very lim...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Paul McCobb Tables
Materials
Leather, Beech
Paul Mccobb tables for sale on 1stDibs.
Paul McCobb tables 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 tables, although brown editions of this piece are particularly popular. We have 327 vintage editions of these items in-stock, while there is 12 modern edition to choose from as well. Many of the original tables 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 tables by Dunbar, Edward Wormley, and Knoll. Prices for Paul McCobb tables can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these items begin at $595 and can go as high as $18,375, while a piece like these, on average, fetch $3,450.
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Questions About Paul McCobb Tables
- 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, 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, 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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