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The voluptuous contours of Vladimir Kagan’s (1927–2016) 1950 Serpentine sofa were designed to bring people together. The S-shaped piece provided both flexible group seating on an armless form as well as a focal point for mid-century entertaining. Unlike most sofas, this one was not designed to be pushed against a wall. Also, people were not supposed to sit on the Serpentine in a row. Rather, the sofa presided over the center of the room as a swoosh of plush seating. The original design included casters so it could easily be maneuvered around for a party or to provide a better view of new art on the walls.

Born in Germany, Kagan’s interest in furniture began with his father, a Russian master cabinetmaker. Following the rise of the Nazis, a young Kagan immigrated to the United States in 1938 and shortly thereafter enrolled as an architecture student at Columbia University. Nearly 15 years later, Kagan opened his first furniture company. His concept of modern living was featured in the furniture designs at the Monsanto House of the Future, which was on view at Disneyland from 1957 to 1967.

Upholstered in inviting materials, such as seductively hued velvet and Alcantara, Kagan’s furniture demonstrated how modernism could be beguiling even while breaking with the rigid norms of the past. Reflecting the biomorphic shapes in art and sculpture that such creators as Isamu Noguchi promoted as well as celebrating Scandinavian design, each piece was made for both comfort and form in its organic shape. 

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Vladimir Kagan for Directional 'Cloud' Sofas in New Nubby Bouclé, c 1980, Signed
By Directional, Vladimir Kagan
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This spectacular pair of Vladimir Kagan 'Cloud' sofas were produced by Directional in circa 1980 and were newly reupholstered in a gorgeous nubby bouclé fabric, both sofas signed und...
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Vladimir Kagan for American Leather 'Zoe' Sofa in Grey Alcantara, Signed
By Vladimir Kagan, American Leather
Located in Los Angeles, CA
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20th Century American Lucite Four Seater Serpentine Sofa by Vladimir Kagan
By Directional, Vladimir Kagan
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A vintage Mid-Century Modern American four seater Serpentine sofa with two pillows, designed by Vladimir Kagan and produced by Directional in good condition. The seat backrest of the...
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Materials

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Iconic Vladimir Kagan ‘Serpentine’ Sofa with Ottoman in Red Orange Fabric
By Vladimir Kagan
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Vladimir Kagan, sofa model ‘Serpentine’ with ottoman, fabric, chrome-plated metal, United States, design 1950s This sofa is designed by Vladimir Kagan (1927-2016) and clearly expr...
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Materials

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Vladimir Kagan for Directional 'Cloud' Sofas in New Nubby Bouclé, c 1980, Signed
By Directional, Vladimir Kagan
Located in Los Angeles, CA
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Vladimir Kagan for Directional 'Cloud' Sofa in New Nubby Bouclé, c 1980, Signed
By Directional, Vladimir Kagan
Located in Los Angeles, CA
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'Cloud' Sofa by Vladimir Kagan for Directional w Lucite Leg, 1980s, Signed
By Directional, Vladimir Kagan
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This mesmerizing Vladimir Kagan 'Cloud' sofa was produced by Directional in circa 1980 and is in its original soft lavender colored Alcantara fabric with lucite center leg, signed un...
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Stunning Pair Vladimir Kagan Serpentine Directional Cloud Sofas Mid-Century
By Vladimir Kagan
Located in Pemberton, NJ
Fabulous pair of Vladimir Kagan cloud serpentine sofas made by Directional. These pair retain their original periwinkle blue ultra-suede fabric in nice vintage condition-some wear sp...
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1990s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

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Vladimir Kagan Serpentine Sofa, Model 150 BS
By Vladimir Kagan
Located in Raleigh, NC
An incredible serpentine sofa from Vladimir Kagan designed in 1950. This example was originally upholstered in white leather with white lacquer bases, circa 2000. Now restored in a...
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Materials

Upholstery, Walnut

Exceptional Vladimir Kagan Serpentine Large Sectional Sofa Rust Boucle
By Vladimir Kagan
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vladimir Kagan (1927-2016) Serpentine sofa, #150 Exceptional and large unique curvaceous form USA, newly upholstered rust color boucle fabric, walnut base in good condition unmarked and comes with receipt from Haute Living...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Sectional Sofas

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Bouclé, Walnut

Vladimir Kagan Directional Serpentine Cloud Sofa in Teddy-bear Tan Boucle
By Directional, Vladimir Kagan
Located in Culver City, CA
This sofa is absolutely gorgeous! Clad in a heavy nap, light teddy-bear tan colored boucle, this sumptuous serpentine cloud sofa, designed by Vladimir Kagan is sure to make an elegant statement. Vladimir Kagan pieces, known for their round biomorphic bodies are excellent additions to any modern or contemporary design and are the darlings of the interior design world. We currently have this sofa in our gallery paired with a Karl Springer console, a Gabriella Crespi coffee table...
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Early 2000s Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Bouclé

Vladimir Kagan Cloud Serpentine Sofa by Directional in Black Microfiber
By Vladimir Kagan, Directional
Located in Dallas, TX
Vladimir Kagan's iconic cloud serpentine sofa by Directional. This sofa is upholstered in black microfiber. They would both need to be reupholstere...
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20th Century North American Mid-Century Modern Sofas

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Upholstery, Lucite

Vladimir Kagan Serpentine Sofa by Directional
By Vladimir Kagan
Located in Raleigh, NC
Expertly restored with new mohair upholstery on this iconic sofa. A classic designed by Vladimir Kagan and manufactured by Directional. A mate to this sofa is available. If you woul...
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1990s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Upholstery

Vladimir Kagan Cloud Sofa by Directional
By Directional, Vladimir Kagan
Located in Raleigh, NC
Expertly restored with new mohair upholstery on this iconic sofa. A classic designed by Vladimir Kagan and manufactured by Directional. A mate to this sofa is available. If you woul...
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1990s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Upholstery, Mohair

Vladimir Kagan Cloud Serpentine Sofa Upholstered in Heavy Ivory Boucle
By Vladimir Kagan, Directional
Located in Culver City, CA
This Vladimir Kagan sofa is absolutely stunning! It’s obvious why Vladimir Kagan furniture is more in demand than ever. This show-stopping Kagan sofa is not only a visual feast; the ...
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1990s American Post-Modern Sofas

Materials

Bouclé

Vladimir Kagan “Zoe” Freeform Sofa, Organic Modernist, Microfiber
By Room and Board, Vladimir Kagan
Located in St.Petersburg, FL
Organic modernist sofa by Vladimir Kagan. Original upholstery is free of any major blemishes but does show signs of wear, such as areas that show more use. Would work well in a var...
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Early 2000s American Organic Modern Sofas

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Stunning Vladimir Kagan Curved Serpentine Cloud Sofa Mid-Century Modern
By Vladimir Kagan
Located in Pemberton, NJ
Stunning Vladimir Kagan curved serpentine cloud sofa for Directional. We are loving the Brunschwig and Fils and Dongia fabric this sofa has been re-upholstered with about 15 years ag...
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Early 'Serpentine' Sofa by Vladimir Kagan, circa 1960, Signed and Registered
By Vladimir Kagan
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This incredibly rare 'Serpentine' sofa (Model 150-BS) by Vladimir Kagan has just been authenticated by Kagan Design Group and includes a signed registration tag and authentication packet which includes a typed letter explaining the details around the history of the sofa. This gorgeous early production 'original' of the Serpentine design is from the late 1950s to early 1960s based on the construction details as detailed from Kagan Design, they explained in an email: "The Serpentine Sofa is indeed an excellent example of an early Kagan curved sofa...
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