Combining brass, copper and pewter so that it takes the form of an irregularly welded collage may not seem like a sophisticated technique, yet it yielded a striking outcome in the Patchwork mirror designed by New Jersey-born Paul Evans (1931–87). The revered furniture maker, sculptor and master of the American Studio Craft movement designed this mirror as part of his 1960s-era Patchwork series for North Carolina manufacturer Directional Furniture.
Evans’s Patchwork mirror is indicative of an evolution of his experimentation in silversmithing and sculpture since his days as a student at the Cranbrook Academy of Art and elsewhere. The emphasis on handicraft was also part of a larger trend in postwar American design that saw furniture makers reject industrial and mass-produced objects in favor of historic craft methods. As demonstrated in the patinated, rough and asymmetrical metallic surfaces that characterize some of his designs, Evans was additionally inspired by brutalism, and his Cityscape dining table — also for Directional — is an oft-cited example of brutalist design.
Evans was a pioneer in combining unusual materials and welding techniques to produce innovative cabinets, tables and more over the years. The Patchwork mirror was part of many similarly groundbreaking lines that he created for Directional — in fact, Evans opened a second workshop when his fruitful relationship with the manufacturer began to take shape. Bold and expressive, the series’ unique mirror — the frame of which sees an incorporation of distressed, nailed-on copper and brass “patches” with hot-poured pewter accents — blurs the boundaries between sculpture and design, distinguishing the maker’s hand-forged work from the very popular minimal and functional furniture of the era.
Mid Century Paul Evans Wall Mirror & Console Table Shelf in Brass & Chrome
By Paul Evans, Directional
Located in Philadelphia, PA
An incredible design combination, a cityscape wall shelf and mirror designed by Paul Evans in the 1970's. The set features fine heavy construction with brass & chrome clad patchwork ...
Brass, Chrome
Paul Evans Patchwork & Slate Console & Mirror Set, USA 1960's
By Paul Evans
Located in New York, NY
Matched Console & Mirror set by Paul Evans in patinated Copper, Brass, and steel riveted patchwork. Slate top on the console. The mirror is 31x31x5 Console 60x13x6.5
Slate, Brass, Copper, Steel
Mid-Century Modern Paul Evans Patchwork Hanging Shelf Console Table & Mirror
By Paul Evans
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Paul Evans studio floating shelf and mirror set circa early 1970's. It features copper, bronze and pewter cladding in a patchwork design. Console shelf measures 60 x 13 x 6.5 inches ...
Slate, Bronze, Copper, Pewter
Mid-Century Brutalist Patchwork Mirror by Paul Evans
By Paul Evans
Located in New York, NY
This striking and rare Mid-Century Brutalist Patchwork Mirror was made by Paul Evans and originates from the United States Circa 1970. Featuring a bol...
Metal
Paul Evans Patchwork Wall Mirror
By Paul Evans
Located in Highland, IN
This striking 1968 wall-mounted mirror by Paul Evans is from his copper, bronze and pewter patchwork series. The hammered and heavily worked squares of copper and bronze give an arch...
Bronze, Copper, Pewter
Chrome Midcentury Square Cityscape Mirrors in the Style of Paul Evans
By Paul Evans
Located in Philadelphia, PA
These chrome cityscape mirrors are in the style of Paul Evans are old stock and are being sold as found.
Chrome
Paul Evans Style Lane Pueblo Brutalist Oak Framed Double Mirror, 1970s
By Lane Furniture, Paul Evans
Located in South Bend, IN
An exceptional Paul Evans style Mid-Century Modern Brutalist oak framed double mirror By Lane Furniture "Pueblo" collection USA, 1970s Measures: 55" W x 2" D x 40.25" H. ...
Mirror, Oak
Sold|$2,850
H 28 in W 79 in D 17.5 in
Stylish Lou Hodges 2 Piece Modular Wall Unit TV Console Shelf Mid-Century Modern
By Lou Hodges
Located in Pemberton, NJ
Mid-century Modern Lou Hodges Modular Shelving. This is a 2 piece modular oak shelf unit that can be used stacked together or spread out. It could even be used to turn a corner-how ...
Oak
$3,080Sale Price|20% Off
H 46 in W 36 in D 8.5 in
Handsome Paul Evans Cityscape Mirror and Console Chrome Mid-Century Modern
By Paul Evans
Located in Pemberton, NJ
Paul Evans Cityscape Series chrome console and mirror. This piece measures 46"t x 36"w x 8.5"d.
Chrome
Signed Paul Evans 'Cityscape' Patchwork Wall Console
By Paul Evans
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This unique vintage wall mount console makes a unique display shelf in a variety of interiors. Cityscape design makes this patchwork chrome wall shelf...
Chrome
Monumental Paul Evans Patchwork Mirror
By Paul Evans
Located in Dallas, TX
A monumental and rare full length mirror by Paul Evans for Directional. Patchwork of brass, copper and bronze with a beautiful patina.
Brass, Copper
$12,300
H 84.26 in W 48.04 in D 16.93 in
Rare signed Paul Evans Cityscape large etagere freestanding shelves USA 1970s
By Paul Evans
Located in Hastings, GB
A rare signed iconic Paul Evans 'Cityscape' large freestanding etagere, USA 1970s. Chrome & brass (or gold plated metal) clad patchwork design- e...
Brass, Chrome
Modern Glass and Metal Table in the Style of Paul Evans
By Paul Evans
Located in Brooklyn, NY
An eye-catching table in the style of designer Paul Evans, this rectangular table features a glass top on a geometric, unusual metal base. Please confirm item location with seller (N...
Metal
Paul Evans Designed 'Cityscape' Mirror
By Paul Evans
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Mid-century modern chrome plated wall mirror with shelf. Great vintage design that holds up in today's modern homes. Made by Paul Evans with a mosaic silver plated design. Please con...
Chrome
$6,750 / set
H 8 in W 3 in D 12 in
Set Paul Evans for Directional Chrome Brass Cityscape Shelf Brackets Console
By Paul Evans
Located in Pemberton, NJ
Stunning set signed Paul Evans for Directional shelf brackets or console tables. The glass is not pictured but is included and is 12" w x 48" l and is brand new. This set is truly fa...
Brass, Chrome
$14,500
H 68 in W 45 in D 12 in
Paul Evans Console with Mirror, Mid Century Modern, 1978, Hollywood Regency
By Paul Evans
Located in Manhasset, NY
Paul Evans console and mirror, Mid-Century Modern. A rare model PE 881 marquetry inlaid mirror and console by Paul Evans. Purchased from Paul E...
Boxwood
Paul Evans Cityscape Wall Unit in Chrome & Glass
By Paul Evans
Located in Greensboro, NC
An exceptional “Cityscape” wall unit by Paul Evans. Four wall mounted supports with attached desk and single drawer & smoked glass shelving. Good vintage condition with some s...
Chrome
Paul Evans Cityscape Wall Mount Console and Mirror
By Paul Evans
Located in Oklahoma City, OK
The Paul Evans Cityscape wall-mounted console and mirror set features a striking mid-century modern design. The console consists of two square wall-mounted boxes, each measuring 12" ...
Metal
Sold
H 30 in W 30 in D 3.25 in
Mid-Century Brutalist Patchwork Mirror and Wall Mounted Console by Paul Evans
By Paul Evans
Located in New York, NY
This striking and rare Mid-Century Brutalist Patchwork Mirror & Console was made by Paul Evans and originates from the United States Circa 1970. Featuring a bold and beautifully craf...
Metal
Sold
H 6.5 in W 60 in D 13 in
Mid-Century Brutalist Patchwork Granite Top Wall Mounted Console by Paul Evans
By Paul Evans
Located in New York, NY
This striking and rare Mid-Century Brutalist Patchwork Wall Mounted Console with Granite Top is by Paul Evans and originates from the United States Circa 1970. Featuring a rectangula...
Granite, Metal
Sold
H 6.5 in W 60 in D 13 in
Extra Long Brutalist Wall Mount Shelf and Matching Wall Mirror by Paul Evans
By Paul Evans
Located in New York, NY
Classic Paul Evans Brutalist slate top console with matching patchwork metal frame mirror. This set features the hard to find extra long ( 60 inch ) ...
Slate, Brass, Copper
Sold
H 6.5 in W 60.25 in D 13 in
Floating Paul Evans for Directional Metal Patchwork Console with Slate Shelf
By Paul Evans, Directional
Located in Hudson, NY
Paul Evans patchwork metal shelf with slate.
Slate, Metal, Brass, Bronze
Paul Evans for Directional, Patchwork Mirror and Console
By Directional, Paul Evans
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Paul Evans Wall-mounted console, model PE 17 and mirror, model PE 18 Paul Evans Studio for Directional, USA, circa 1970 Welded and enameled steel, welded and enameled copper, slat...
Slate, Copper, Metal, Steel
Midcentury Paul Evans Patchwork Mirror
By Paul Evans
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
This midcentury Paul Evans mirror is in wonderful condition. Beautifully crafted and patinated work of art consisting of steel, brass, copper, and pew...
Brass, Copper, Steel, Pewter
Paul Evans Patchwork Wall-Mounted Mirror and Console
By Paul Evans
Located in Peabody, MA
Wall-mounted patchwork metal clad console shelf with slate top by Paul Evans for Directional with matching mirror, circa 1970s. Shelf measures 60" long x 13" deep x 6.5" high. ...
Slate, Metal
