The pioneers of modern furniture design in America in the mid-20th century all had their moments of flamboyance: Charles and Ray Eames produced the startling, biomorphic La Chaise; George Nelson’s firm created the Marshmallow sofa; Edward Wormley had his decadent Listen to Me chaise. But no designer of the day steadily offered works with more verve and dynamism than Vladimir Kagan. While others, it seems, designed with suburban households in mind, Kagan aimed to suit the tastes of young, sophisticated city-dwellers. With signature designs that feature sleekly curved frames and others that have dramatic out-thrust legs, Kagan made furniture sexy.
Kagan’s father was a Russian master cabinetmaker who took his family first to Germany (where Vladimir was born) and then to New York in 1938. After studying architecture at Columbia University, Kagan opened a design firm at age 22 and immediately made a splash with his long, low and sinuous Serpentine sofa. Furniture lines such as the Tri-symmetric group of glass-topped, three-legged tables and the vivacious Contours chairs soon followed.
Kagan’s choices of form and materials evolved through subsequent decades, embracing lucite, aluminum and burl-wood veneers. By the late 1960s, Kagan was designing austere, asymmetrical cabinets and his Omnibus group of modular sofas and chairs. For all his aesthetic élan, Kagan said that throughout his career, his touchstone was comfort. “A lot of modern furniture was not comfortable. And so comfort is: form follows function. The function was to make it comfortable,” he once commented. “I created what I called vessels for the human body.”
A diverse group of bodies have made themselves at home with Kagan designs. Among the famous names who commissioned and collected his designs are Marilyn Monroe, Gary Cooper, Andy Warhol, David Lynch, Angelina Jolie and Brad Pitt, and firms such as Gucci and Giorgio Armani. His work is in numerous museum collections, including those of the Victoria & Albert and the Metropolitan Museum of Art.
Because of its idiosyncrasy, Kagan’s work did not lend itself to mass-production. Kagan never signed on with any of the major furniture-making corporations, and examples of his designs are relatively rare. As you will see from the offerings on 1stDibs, even decades after their conception, Kagan pieces still command the eye, with their freshness, energy, sensuality and wit.
Vladimir Kagan Fettucini Lounge Chair in Sienna Leather Seat with Metal Base
By Vladimir Kagan
Located in Clifton, NJ
The kinetic lines of the Fettucini Chair fold together and gracefully join along the legs, drawing the eye across each contour. The floating backrest flows into twisting curves of th...
Leather
Vladimir Kagan, Lounge Chair, Walnut, White Bouclé, Kagan-Dreyfuss, Inc, c. 1950
By Kagan-Dreyfuss, Inc., Vladimir Kagan
Located in High Point, NC
An early production adjustable lounge with retractable footrest. Designed by Vladimir Kagan for his own firm Kagan-Dreyfuss, Inc, c. 1950. Branded. Features finely carved walnut, re...
Fabric, Bouclé, Walnut
Vladimir Kagan Post Modern Scallop Chaise Lounge in Soft Ivory White Bouclé
By Directional, Vladimir Kagan
Located in Saint Louis, MO
All enveloping luxurious comfort best describes this sexy Post Modern Chaise Lounge designed by Vladimir Kagan for Directional newly professionally upholstered in highly durable super soft ivory white bouclé. Famous for his use of curves and amorphous shapes in furnishings, this Vladimir Kagan scallop form chaise lounge has an inviting profile and shape that beckons. The inner walls of the chaise provide all enveloping comfort with wide upholstered channels angled down towards the foot of the chaise. The channels - along with the texture of the ivory white bouclé - ventilate naturally keeping you cozy in winter and cool in summer. Unlike traditional chaise lounges that allow one to recline but are not typically plush, this Vladimir Kagan chaise is the antithesis. Super comfortable seat back, tall upholstered arm rests, thick cushioned seat, and angled upholstered side. Chic, sexy and luxurious. Works for all activities - naughty or nice - at all hours of the day. Enjoy your morning cup of tea or coffee while catching up on emails or reading the latest headlines. Take an afternoon nap. Cozy up with a good book and a glass of wine, phone a friend and catch up or work on your laptop. Activities will be enjoyed all the more reclined atop this Vladimir Kagan Scallop Chaise Lounge...
Bouclé, Upholstery
Vladimir Kagan for Directional "Marilyn" Chaise Lounge, Circa Early 1990s
By Vladimir Kagan, Directional
Located in Peabody, MA
A post modern sculptural chaise longue by Vladimir Kagan for Directional, the "Marilyn", circa early 1990s. Needs to be recovered; ready for you to add your personal touch.
Upholstery
Vladimir Kagan Tri Symmetric Chaise Lounge
By Vladimir Kagan
Located in Miami, FL
A tri symmetric chaise by Vladimir Kagan, designed 1958.
Aluminum
Vladimir Kagan Bilbao Swiveling Chaise Lounge in Luxurious Latte Bouclé
By Vladimir Kagan
Located in Saint Louis, MO
Sculptural Vladimir Kagan Chaise Lounge perfect for lovers of all things Modern. High Art sensibility. The Chaise Lounge’s lower half rests on casters making it easy to reshape the view. Focus on your curated interior or swivel and change your perspective to admire that incredible outdoor view. This Bilbao Chaise was freshly professionally reupholstered in soft Latte color Bouclé. The fabric is blissful to the touch and ventilates well. Cozy in Winter and cool in Summer. Fresh perspective on a stallion of style. Ready to ship. Want to see more beautiful things? Scroll down below and click "View All From Seller" or favorite our shop to get your 1stDibs on our new inventory. Photographed with and also currently available within our shop - Vladimir Kagan Caterpillar Chairs...
Bouclé, Upholstery
Vladimir Kagan A-Symmetric Settee in Ivory Bouclé by Directional, c. 1991
By Vladimir Kagan, Directional
Located in Saint Louis, MO
Asymmetrical and chic Directional Vladimir Kagan Post Modern Settee professionally reupholstered in soft ivory white bouclé. All new cushioning and u...
Bouclé, Upholstery
$4,000Sale Price|20% Off
Sculptural Vladimir Kagan Swivel Bilbao Chaise Lounge Lounges Chair Castors
By Vladimir Kagan
Located in Wayne, NJ
Sculptural Vladimir Kagan Bilbao Chaise Lounge Lounges Chair. This has a swivel and wheels. If you are in the NJ/ NYC Metro area, we may b...
Fabric
$2,800Sale Price|20% Off
Vladimir Kagan Capricorn Series Indoor Outdoor Lounge Chair
By Vladimir Kagan
Located in Wayne, NJ
Vladimir Kagan Capricorn series indoor outdoor lounge chair. If you are in the New Jersey , New York City Metro Area , please contact us with your deli...
Metal
Postmodern Vladimir Kagan Marilyn Chaise Lounge Newly Reupholstered
By Vladimir Kagan, Directional
Located in Chicago, IL
Vintage Postmodern Vladimir Kagan Marilyn Sculptural Chaise Lounge For Directional Newly Reupholstered in a Ivory Boucle The Vintage Postmodern Vladimir Kagan Marilyn Sculptural Ch...
Bouclé
Vladimir Kagan Post Modern Clam Chaise Lounge in Soft Ivory White Bouclé 1980s
By Directional, Vladimir Kagan
Located in Saint Louis, MO
All enveloping luxurious comfort best describes this sexy Post Modern Chaise Lounge designed by Vladimir Kagan for Directional newly professionally upholstered in highly durable super soft ivory white bouclé. Famous for his use of curves and amorphous shapes in furnishings, this Vladimir Kagan clam form chaise lounge has an inviting profile and shape that beckons. The inner walls of the chaise provide all enveloping comfort with wide upholstered channels angled down towards the foot of the chaise. The channels - along with the texture of the ivory white bouclé - ventilate naturally keeping you cozy in winter and cool in summer. Unlike traditional chaise lounges that allow one to recline but are not typically plush, this Vladimir Kagan chaise is the antithesis. Super comfortable seat back, tall upholstered arm rests, thick cushioned seat, and angled upholstered side. Chic, sexy and luxurious. Works for all activities - naughty or nice - at all hours of the day. Enjoy your morning cup of tea or coffee while catching up on emails or reading the latest headlines. Cozy up with a good book and a glass of wine. Activities will be enjoyed all the more reclined atop this Vladimir Kagan Scallop Chaise...
Bouclé, Upholstery
Vladimir Kagan Erica Chaise Longue, Mohair Upholstery, Modern Design
By Vladimir Kagan
Located in Astoria, NY
Vladimir Kagan Erica Chaise Longue, Model P6910-L, with black mohair upholstery on lucite base, "Vladimir Kagan / Couture" label to underside. 39" H x 27.5" W x 58" D; seat: 18" H. ...
Mohair, Upholstery, Lucite
Vladimir Kagan Erica Mohair Upholstered Chaise Longue, Model P6910-L
By Vladimir Kagan
Located in Astoria, NY
Vladimir Kagan Erica Chaise Longue, Model P6910-L, with black mohair upholstery on lucite base, "Vladimir Kagan / Couture" label to underside. 39" H x 27.5" W x 58" D; seat: 18" H....
Mohair, Upholstery, Lucite
$12,000 / set
H 29 in W 36 in D 33 in
Pair of Vladimir Kagan Nautilus Swivel Lounge Chairs and Ottoman in Ivory Bouclé
By Vladimir Kagan
Located in Saint Louis, MO
Amongst the most popular Vladimir Kagan designs, these Nautilus swivel lounge chairs are sculptural, comfortable and fun, and were recently professionally reupholstered in cozy Ivory...
Bouclé
$12,000 / set
H 29 in W 36 in D 33 in
Pair of Vladimir Kagan Nautilus Swivel Lounge Chairs and Ottoman in Ivory Bouclé
By Directional, Vladimir Kagan
Located in Saint Louis, MO
Amongst the most popular Vladimir Kagan designs, these Nautilus swivel lounge chairs are sculptural, comfortable and fun, and were recently professionally reupholstered in cozy Ivory Boucle. Corkscrew shape with sloped back and scrolled arm. The Nautilus chairs swivel making them a good choice for open floor plans - you may align your sight with any person or object in the room simply with a gentle swivel. Matching contoured Ottoman is on casters and seamlessly rolls into place like a puzzle piece inviting you to relax and put your feet up with a good book or a glass of your favorite vino. Fabric is highly durable; it's texture provides for ventilation to keep warm in winter and cool in summer. Want to see more beautiful things? Scroll down below and click "View All From Seller" or favorite our shop to get your 1stDibs on our new inventory. Nautilus Swivel Chairs: 36” W x 33” D x 29” H (Seat Height 17”) Ottoman: 33” W x 21” D x 17” H Photographed along with and also currently available in our shop: Post Modern Karl Springer Style ottoman...
Bouclé
Adrian Pearsall Chaise Lounge Rocker
By Adrian Pearsall
Located in Gladstone, NJ
Adrian Pearsall Chaise Lounge Rocker
Upholstery, Walnut
$99,500
H 27.17 in W 116.93 in D 51.19 in
Vladimir Kagan for Kagan-Dreyfuss Inc '6999' Sofa in Mohair and Walnut
By Vladimir Kagan, Kagan-Dreyfuss, Inc.
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Vladimir Kagan for Kagan-Dreyfuss Inc, sofa, model '6999', reupholstered in “Bold” by Pierre Frey, walnut, United States, made 1950s This mid-century modern sofa, designed by Vladim...
Fabric, Walnut
Vladimir Kagan for Directional Mid Century Cloud Sculpted Sofa
By Directional, Vladimir Kagan
Located in Franklin Park, IL
Vladimir Kagan for Directional Mid Century Cloud Sculpted Sofa This sofa measures: 94 wide x 40 deep x 29 inches high, with a seat height of 18.5 inches Excellent Vintage Condition...
Upholstery
Milo Baughman Satellite Chaise Lounge in Boucle and Walnut, C. 1970s
By Milo Baughman
Located in Westport, CT
An iconic Satellite chaise lounge by Milo Baughman, dating to the 1970s, this sculptural piece captures the effortless elegance of mid-century modern design. Fully restored from the ...
Bouclé, Walnut
$35,000
H 38.25 in W 33.25 in D 38.5 in
Vladimir Kagan, Rare Lounge Chair, Walnut, White Fabric, Kagan Designs C. 1950
By Kagan-Dreyfuss, Inc., Vladimir Kagan
Located in High Point, NC
A rare lounge lounge chair designed by Vladimir Kagan for his own firm Vladimir Kagans Design. Designed c. 1950s, this example produced c. 1970. Features finely carved walnut, reuph...
Fabric, Bouclé, Walnut
Regency chaise lounge
Located in Cheshire, GB
Regency Chaise Lounge – Featuring a carved back rail above an upholstered back, a graceful scroll arm, and a loose cushion seat. The piece is supported by elegantly curved sabre legs...
Wood
PILLAR CHAISE - Modern design in Soft White Boucle
By Susan Hornbeak-Ortiz
Located in Laguna Niguel, CA
The Pillar Chaise is a stunning piece of furniture with a unique and captivating design. It is characterized by layered, asymmetrical design elements that create a sense of sophistication and simplicity. The deliberate imbalance in these design elements comes together harmoniously to make a minimal yet elegant design statement. The displayed fabric for the Pillar Chaise is a warm and inviting soft white...
Fabric
Vladimir Kagan Serpentine Cloud Curved Sofa for Directional, Signed
By Vladimir Kagan, Directional
Located in Lambertville, NJ
Iconic Mid Century Modern Vladimir Kagan serpentine cloud sofa for Directional, USA circa 1970's. This highly collectible and des...
Ultrasuede, Lucite, Wood
$3,900
H 39 in W 38 in D 33 in
Mid-Century Modern Sculptural Lounge Chair by Vladimir Kagan for Directional
By Vladimir Kagan, Directional
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A stunning dramatic form lounge chair designed by Vladimir Kagan and produced by Directional in the 1980's. Its retains the original upholstery which needs to be recovered. Padding a...
Fabric
$22,300Sale Price|20% Off
H 30.5 in W 22.5 in D 27 in
Rare Early Production 'Unicorn' Leather Lounge Chair by Vladimir Kagan, c 1960s
By Vladimir Kagan
Located in Los Angeles, CA
An exceptional early example of the 'Unicorn' lounge chair designed by Vladimir Kagan, New York / USA, circa 1960s. This sculptural icon features the distinctive cast aluminum base w...
Aluminum, Steel
Vladimir Kagan Model 7530 Deco Chaise Lounge Chair, 1970s
By Vladimir Kagan
Located in Hamburg, PA
This iconic Vladimir Kagan Model 7530 "Deco" Chaise Lounge from the 1970s is a masterpiece of mid-century modernism with subtle Art Deco influences. Designed in 1969, the piece exemp...
Upholstery, Lucite
Sold
H 30 in W 96 in D 42 in
Vintage Curved Serpentine Sofa by Vladimir Kagan for Directional c. 1980s
By Directional, Vladimir Kagan
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A classic sofa designed by Vladimir Kagan and manufactured by Directional in the 1980s. Great flowing lines with signature disc bases and thick lucite center support. Fabric is origi...
Fabric, Wood
Vladimir Kagan “Erica” Chaise Lounge
By Vladimir Kagan
Located in Dallas, TX
The Erica chaise lounge designed by Vladimir Kagan. Fully restored and reupholstered in Holly Hunt / Morganite
Fabric
Crescent Sofa by Vladamir Kagan, 2005
By Vladimir Kagan
Located in Chicago, IL
An iconic Crescent sofa designed by Vladamir Kagan in 2005. This sofa has a striking curved profile with a right side facing pouf and a heightened backre...
Upholstery, Oak
Vladimir Kagan Erica Chaise Lounge Chair in Mohair
By Vladimir Kagan
Located in San Diego, CA
The Erica Chaise was first designed in 1969 and named after Vladimir Kagan’s wife, beloved needlework maven Erica Wilson. Redesigned with the clean lines and classic feel of the prot...
Acrylic, Mohair
Vladimir Kagan “Erica” Chaise With Lucite Base
By Vladimir Kagan
Located in St.Petersburg, FL
An iconic chaise lounge designed by Vladimir Kagan, model 6910, commonly known as the "Erica" chaise. This chaise, while designed in 1969, was likely made in the 1990s or early 2000'...
Upholstery, Lucite
Vladimir Kagan “Erica” Chaise With Lucite Base
By Vladimir Kagan
Located in St.Petersburg, FL
An iconic chaise lounge designed by Vladimir Kagan, model 6910, commonly known as the "Erica" chaise. This chaise, while designed in 1969, was likely made in the 1990s or early 2000'...
Upholstery, Lucite
Zoe Sofa by Vladimir Kagan for American Leather
By Vladimir Kagan
Located in Chicago, IL
The Zoe sofa was one of Vladimir Kagan’s last designs, circa 2000s. Made by American Leather /Room and Board. Upholstered in original ultra suede. The biomorp...
Ultrasuede
Marilyn Chaise by Vladimir Kagan for Directional
By Vladimir Kagan
Located in Chicago, IL
c. 1980s. Upholstered in its original leopard print fabric. Tagged. Has unique feet which are not on any other models online.
Fabric
Sold
H 29 in W 30 in D 67 in
Mid-Century Modern 'Deco Chaise' Model 7530 with Lucite Base by Vladimir Kagan
By Vladimir Kagan
Located in New York, NY
This stunning Mid-Century Modern 'Deco Chaise' Model 7530 by Vladimir Kagan represents one of the most iconic design objects of the late 20th century. Arguably the best example of Art Deco revival ever created, this piece is a powerful ode to 1930s design, taking iconic motifs from this period and reconstituting them into a strikingly distilled and unmistakably modern form. The chaise has a wraparound T-form back with streamlined sides; as well as dramatically channeled and streamlined cushions- all in a lustrous Holly Hunt sapphire velvet. The piece sits on a translucent lucite fin- that offers a beautiful Material counterpoint to the luxe velvet...
Velvet, Lucite
Vladimir Kagan Cosmos Swiveling Lounge Chair and Ottoman
By Vladimir Kagan
Located in Dallas, TX
A "Cosmos" swiveling lounge chair and ottoman designed by Vladimir Kagan. Fully restored and upholstered in Rogers & Goffigon Wool Bouc...
Acrylic
Erica Chaise by Vladimir Kagan in Charcoal Gray Chenille
By Vladimir Kagan
Located in Phoenix, AZ
Vladimir Kagan 'Erica' chaise circa early 1970s. This example has an elegant lucite base and has been newly upholstered in a charcoal chenille.
Chenille, Lucite