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Directional Furniture

​​A brand known to vintage mid-century modern furniture collectors everywhere, Directional Furniture opened its doors after American furniture designer Paul McCobb created the high-end Directional Modern line of sofas distributed by the New York–based Modernage Company.

In his pivotal introduction of postwar modernism to the mass market, the revered Massachusetts-born McCobb had established several lines, from the affordable and refined Planner Group for Winchendon to the swooping and unexpected arms of the Symmetric Group for Widdicomb, a Shaker-inspired collection that included a sofa and a lounge chair. Like all of McCobb’s designs, the Directional pieces for Modernage are defined by a sleek aesthetic in which the focus is on elegant functionality, frequently using fine materials such as brass and walnut. In 1949, in partnership with New York furniture salesman B.G. Mesberg, McCobb set up the Directional Furniture Company.

The pair’s first pieces were upholstered chairs, intended to harmonize with the modular Multiplex pieces designed by Martin Feinman. McCobb then designed an array of furniture including storage, dining, seating, desks and other pieces with details such as leather tops, wood finishes and Roman Travertine surfaces. While Directional stopped production of McCobb’s work in the early 1960s, it still released numerous pieces by leading designers manufactured by a variety of companies.

Designer Paul Evans led the factory for a time after joining in 1964. His provocative work for the company often reflected his understanding of materials from his early training as a silversmith, such as the popular Cityscape series — a milestone in brutalist design — with its blocky forms accented with brass and chrome. At his shop in Lambertville, New Jersey, he collaborated with a design team to clad furniture pieces in metallic surfaces, like the Argente line that began production in 1968 and involved an acetylene torch to give its aluminum material a textural quality. He also worked on the Sculpted Bronze series with hand-formed resin shaped over plywood or steel that was then coated with atomized bronze.

Other Directional designers included Vladimir Kagan, who contributed biomorphic sofas and swivel chairs; Milo Baughman, who created tables and dressers inspired by Scandinavian modernism; and Jack Lenor Larsen, who covered sofas in dynamically patterned fabric.

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Creator: Directional
Milo Baughman Style Directional Mid Century Sofa
By Milo Baughman, Directional
Located in Countryside, IL
Milo Baughman Style Directional Mid Century Sofa This sofa measures: 91.5 wide x 34 deep x 28 inches high, with a seat height of 15.5 and arm height of 26 inches All pieces of furn...
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Directional Furniture

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Upholstery, Wood

Paul Evans Attributed Cityscape Patchwork Burlwood Credenza
By Directional, Milo Baughman, Paul Evans
Located in Houston, TX
Paul Evans Attributed Cityscape patchwork burlwood credenza. This stunning long mid-century Paul Evans for Directional attributed credenza or chest ...
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1960s North American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Directional Furniture

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Wood

Directional Mid Century Sectional Sofa
By Directional
Located in Countryside, IL
Directional midcentury sectional sofa. This sofa measures: 125 wide x 90 deep x 31 inches high, with a seat height of 18 and arm height ...
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Directional Furniture

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Upholstery, Wood

Vladimir Kagan Curved Serpentine Cloud Sofa for Directional
By Directional, Vladimir Kagan
Located in Miami, FL
Original Vladimir Kagan Serpentine Cloud sofa for Directional. This sofa was originally manufactured during the 90s and has been recovered at some point. Fabric is still in very goo...
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Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Directional Furniture

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Fabric, Wood

Paul Evans Patchwork Copper Cabinet with Slate Top and Wall Hanging Mirror 1960s
By Paul Evans, Directional
Located in Troy, MI
Matched credenza and mirror by Paul Evans Studio for Directional circa 1968 Model PE-38 two-door sideboard cabinet on recessed base Copper brass and pewter patchwork exterior with ...
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1960s American Brutalist Vintage Directional Furniture

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Slate, Brass, Copper, Pewter, Steel

Paul Evans for Directional Model PE-102 'Stalagmite' Dining Table Signed PE72
By Directional, Paul Evans
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Made by American Design icon Paul Evans, this table was sold by Directional after production in 1972. At this point in his career, Evans had perfected his formula. The sculptured bro...
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Directional Furniture

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Metal, Bronze, Cut Steel

Kipp Stewart for Directional 'Arc' Lounge Chairs in Brown Suede & Chromed Steel
By Directional, Kipp Stewart
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Designed by American design icon Kipp Stewart, these awesome chairs were made by Directional, known for their work with Paul Evans, Vladimir Kagan, Baughman, and others. True to thei...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Directional Furniture

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Steel, Chrome

Directional 5 Piece Serpentine Sectional Sofa
By Directional
Located in Southampton, NJ
Project Piece Please note that this sectional will need to be reupholstered. One of the best designs from Directional. The most incredible Directional Serpentine Sofa that may possi...
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1980s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Directional Furniture

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Leather

Paul Evans Wall-Hanging Console, Sculpted Bronze, Slate, Signed
By Paul Evans, Directional
Located in New York, NY
Paul Evans Wall-Hanging Console, Sculpted Bronze, Slate, Signed. In original condition and purchased from the original owner. Large scale chunky wall mounted shelf, finished dark in ...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Directional Furniture

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Slate, Bronze

Paul McCobb Two Piece Sectional Sofa for Directional
By Paul McCobb, Directional
Located in St.Petersburg, FL
A wonderful two piece sectional designed by Paul McCobb for Directional. Features conical walnut feet with brass stretchers running front to back. Designed with the idea of an end ta...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Directional Furniture

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Upholstery

Mid-Century Post Modern Curved L Shaped Cloud Sectional Sofa by Directional
By Directional
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A sleek & stunning L shaped sectional sofa with incredible design lines. This well built sofa is by Directional furniture, circa 1980s. It features the original fabric in a 3 separat...
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1980s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Directional Furniture

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Fabric

Milo Baughman for Directional Mid-Century Modern Rosewood and Walnut Sideboard
By Milo Baughman, Directional
Located in South Bend, IN
A sleek and stylish Mid-Century Modern sideboard, credenza, or bar cabinet By Milo Baughman for Directional, "Custom Collection" USA, Circa 1960s Gorgeous book-matched Brazilian r...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Directional Furniture

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Brass

Vladimir Kagan Serpentine Cloud 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 collectable and des...
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Directional Furniture

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Ultrasuede, Lucite, Wood

Paul McCobb, Armchairs, Walnut, Velvet, Cane, USA, 1950s
By Directional, Paul McCobb
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of walnut, green velvet and cane armchairs designed by Paul McCobb and produced by Directional, USA, c. 1950s. Overall Dimensions (inches): 31.625"H x 24.125"W x  26.125"D  ...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Directional Furniture

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Velvet, Cane, Walnut

Kipp Stewart for Directional Lounge Chairs in Jack Lenor Larsen Velvet
By Dunbar Furniture, Directional, Harvey Probber, Kipp Stewart, Edward Wormley
Located in Decatur, GA
Exceptional and rare pair of barrel back lounge chairs by Kipp Stewart for Directional with all original Jack Lenor Larsen velvet. Solid dark mahogany bases with brass casters. An el...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Directional Furniture

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Velvet

Curved Serpentine Sofa by Directional Furniture
By Directional
Located in Culver City, CA
This sofa is beyond stunning! Circa 1994, this white sofa features a gorgeous flame stitch upholstery and is equal parts comfortable and beautiful. The sofa features 3 pieces and a w...
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1990s Post-Modern Directional Furniture

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Fabric

Directional Mid Century 10 Drawer Lowboy
By Directional
Located in Countryside, IL
Directional Mid Century 10 drawer lowboy This lowboy measures: 72 wide x 18 deep x 33.25 inches high All pieces of furni...
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Directional Furniture

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Chrome

Hanging Two Drawer Cabinet by Milo Baughman for Directional
By Milo Baughman, Directional
Located in Oakland, CA
Hanging cabinet attributed to Milo Baughman for Directional furniture, Crafted out of Philippine Mahogany with a dark rosewood finish. The cabinet has two drawers with brass pulls an...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Directional Furniture

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Brass

Walnut Highboy Cabinet by Milo Baughman for Directional
By Directional, Milo Baughman
Located in Dorchester, MA
Designed by Milo Baughman for the Directional Furniture Company, this handsome walnut mid-century cabinet would work as well for an office as for a bedroom. The lower case has tw...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Directional Furniture

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Metal

Vladimir Kagan for Directional Curved Post Modern Sofa
By Vladimir Kagan, Directional
Located in Chicago, IL
Stunning near mint condition 1980's Vladimir Kagan Biomorphic Kidney Bean sofa for Directional. Comes in it's original upholstery, purchased from the ...
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1980s American Vintage Directional Furniture

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Upholstery, Wood, Bentwood

Paul Evans, "Cityscape" Dining Table, Mirror, Wood, Directional, USA, c. 1970
By Paul Evans, Directional
Located in High Point, NC
A wood and mirror "Cityscape" dining table designed by Paul Evans and produced by Directional, circa 1970.
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Directional Furniture

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Mirror, Wood

Directional Postmodern Blue & White Lacquered Sideboard Credenza or Bar Cabinet
By Directional
Located in South Bend, IN
A rare and exceptional Postmodern lacquered sideboard, credenza, or bar cabinet By Frederick Hayman-Chaffey for Directional USA, 1980s Measures: 84"W x 20.88"D x 32.5"H. Very goo...
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1980s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Directional Furniture

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Wood, Lacquer

Vladimir Kagan Serpentine Cloud Sofa for Directional in Tan Mohair
By Vladimir Kagan, Directional
Located in Culver City, CA
Step into the realm of luxury and design with this iconic Vladimir Kagan Cloud Sofa! Crafted with the finesse of a sculptor, this masterpiece is not just a piece of furniture; it's ...
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1990s Modern Directional Furniture

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Mohair

Paul Evans Side Table, Copper, Bronze, Pewter, Patchwork, Slate
By Paul Evans, Directional
Located in New York, NY
Paul Evans Side Table, Copper, Bronze, Pewter, Patchwork, Slate. Chunky cube side with copper, bronze, and pewter (CBP) patchwork finish in a custom ordered size. According to Direct...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Directional Furniture

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Slate, Bronze, Copper, Steel, Pewter

Milo Baughman Style Directional Mid Century Sofa
By Milo Baughman, Directional
Located in Countryside, IL
Milo Baughman Style Directional Mid Century Sofa This sofa measures: 91.5 wide x 34 deep x 28 inches high, with a seat height of 15.5 and arm height of 26 inches All pieces of furn...
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Directional Furniture

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Upholstery, Wood

Paul McCobb for Directional Mahogany, Brass, and Leather Credenza, Refinished
By Directional, Calvin Furniture, Paul McCobb
Located in South Bend, IN
An exceptional Mid-Century Modern sliding door sideboard, credenza, or bar cabinet By Paul McCobb for Directional and produced by Calvin Furniture USA, 1950s Mahogany, with brass ...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Directional Furniture

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Brass

Space Age Style Off-White Club Chair By Larry Laslo For Directional
By Larry Laslo, Directional
Located in Southampton, NJ
A beautiful and incredibly comfortable club chair having raised armrests and plush cotton/poly upholstery over gold space age style turned legs designed by Larry Laslo for DIRECTIONA...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Hollywood Regency Directional Furniture

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Steel

Paul Evans 'PE-19' Deep Relief Floating Wall Cabinet with Slate Top, 1964
By Paul Evans, Directional
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Stunning 'PE-19' Deep Relief floating wall cabinet by Paul Evans for Directional, produced in 1964, signed and dated 'PE 64'. This incredible collectors piece is fabricated from patinated segments of enameled steel which have been welded with applied textures and patterns with a slate top and two cabinet doors which open to reveal a stained red wood interior with adjustable shelf. The fusion of these exterior materials formulates an exemplary piece which would be a welcome addition to any design connoisseurs collection. We also carry other Paul Evans designs, including Cityscape, Patchwork Copper and Sculpted Metal Collections. Contact us for more information or see our other listings for more details. This Paul Evans PE19...
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1960s American Brutalist Vintage Directional Furniture

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Slate, Steel

Paul Evans 'PE-32' Patchwork Copper Cabinet with Slate Top for Directional, 1968
By Directional, Paul Evans
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Stunning 'PE-32' copper clad bar cabinet on casters by Paul Evans for Directional, produced in 1968 per original receipt which we have a copy of...
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1960s American Brutalist Vintage Directional Furniture

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Brass, Copper, Pewter

Directional Milo Baughman Swivel Beige Leather Club Lounge Arm Chairs - a Pair
By Directional
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Milo Baughman for Directional Swivel Beige Leather Club Lounge Arm Chairs - a Pair. Item features large swivel and return frames, beige high quality leather upholstery, original labe...
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Late 20th Century Unknown Mid-Century Modern Directional Furniture

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Leather

Art Deco Revival Black Lounge Chairs With Steel Arms by Directional - a Pair
By Directional
Located in Miami, FL
Pair of exceptional Art Deco Revival black fabric lounge chairs with curved steel arms by Directional Furniture circa 1980s. The fabric is original and in near perfect condition.
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Late 20th Century American Art Deco Directional Furniture

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Metal

Pair of Directional Post Modern Swivel Chairs and Ottoman in Ivory Bouclé
By Directional
Located in Saint Louis, MO
Stylish, sculptural and incredibly comfortable pair of tilt and swivel wide seat lounge chairs by Directional. Our shop has carried several Directional and Vladimir Kagan style lounge chairs...
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1980s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Directional Furniture

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Bouclé, Upholstery

Sculptural Brutalist Coffee Table by Paul Evans
By Paul Evans, Directional
Located in Las Vegas, NV
From a one owner estate, comes the opportunity to own an authentic PE-13, coffee table base by Paul Evans for Directional. Table is signed PE 74. A great brutalist piece comprised ...
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20th Century Mid-Century Modern Directional Furniture

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Bronze

Vladimir Kagan for Directional High-Back Swivel Lounge Chair
By Directional, Vladimir Kagan
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vladimir Kagan for Directional High-Back Swivel Lounge Chair in a Charcoal Dark Blue Mohair. One of Kagan's Signature Designs, known as the 100A Series. Kagan reinvented the design...
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Directional Furniture

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Mohair, Upholstery

Paul McCobb Irwin Collection Black Lacquer and Brass End Tables or Nightstands
By Directional, Calvin Furniture, Paul McCobb
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous pair of Mid-Century Modern end tables, side tables, or nightstands By Paul McCobb for Directional and produced by Calvin Furniture, "Irwin Collection" USA, 1950s ...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Directional Furniture

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Brass

Paul Evans Brutalist Mixed Metal Coffee Table for Directional
By Directional, Paul Evans
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Paul Evans Brutalist mixed metal coffee table for directional.
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Directional Furniture

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Brass, Copper, Pewter

Kipp Stewart Directional Original Leather Stainless Steel Lounge Chair Ottoman
By Directional, Kipp Stewart
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Wow, original and buttery soft, off-white leather! On a polished and hefty stainless steel base. This super cool "Arc" lounge chair and ottoman, a complete and original matching set,...
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Directional Furniture

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Stainless Steel

Paul Evans "Cityscape" Dining / Console Table
By Paul Evans, Directional
Located in Denton, TX
Paul Evans cityscape for Directional dining / console table with chrome-plated steel and burled wood base. Glass not included Base dimensions: 63 L x 19 D x 28.38 Glass: 71 3/...
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20th Century North American Mid-Century Modern Directional Furniture

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Steel, Chrome

Paul McCobb for Directional Off-White Velvet Sofa, 1950s
By Paul McCobb, Directional
Located in Miami, FL
Reupholstered Mid-Century Modern model 1307 light cream velvet sofa by Paul McCobb for Directional. The couch has been recovered in a gorgeous neutra...
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Directional Furniture

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Velvet, Mahogany

Vladimir Kagan for Directional "Hurricane" Lounge Chair
By Vladimir Kagan, Directional
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vladimir Kagan for Directional "Hurricane" Lounge Chair. Outlandish and crazy! This one makes a statement! In it's original fleshy pink Boucle Fabric!
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1990s American Post-Modern Directional Furniture

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Upholstery

Paul Evans for Directional Brutalist Glass and Resin Coffee Table signed PE70
By Paul Evans, Directional
Located in New York, NY
Exceptional Brutalist coffee table designed by Paul Evans for Directional, signed PE 70 ( model 132 ). The table features a zig zag form base constructed of tinted sculpted resin ov...
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1970s American Brutalist Vintage Directional Furniture

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Glass, Epoxy Resin

Early Paul Evans Sculpted Bronze Throne Chair, Signed and Dated, 1969
By Paul Evans, Directional
Located in Culver City, CA
One of the most recognizable and important names in the American studio craft movement of the 1960's and 70's, Paul Evans was a groundbreaking pioneer in brutalism. Collaborating as well as sharing a showroom with Phillip Lloyd Powell until 1964 when Evans met the owner of Directional Furniture and created a line of 6 coffee tables to go into the Directional High Point, NC booth for the spring Market. As the story has been recounted by Dorsey Reading, the tables never even made it to the showroom floor. Evans soon found out the tables never even had the opportunity to be sold; obviously disappointed, owner of Directional, BG agreed to put the tables out on the showroom floor in New York City to placate Paul Evans. What happened can probably best be compared today with "going viral." The coffee tables started flying off the floor, and the orders came rolling in. This fervor led to Evans creating eventually over 800 designs with Directional-- with the very first series being the "Sculptured Metal" Collection which was publicized in 1968. This piece specifically is a throne chair that also swivels. Upholstered in black leather, this throne chair is a wonderful example of Paul Evans Sculpted bronze technique, which involves hand sculpting using an epoxy resin and coating in an atomized cold cast bronze. This piece is signed and dated "PE 69" making it an early example of his goopy cast bronze series and line of furniture for Directional. It's extremely important to note: Directional Furniture showrooms in New York City and Chicago were private to-the-trade only showrooms, so only interior designers and their clients were able to custom order these pieces through the showroom. There was never any "inventory" of furniture. Each and every piece was a custom, hand crafted work of art, created to order. No two of any piece were ever alike. Evans eventually went on to employ a team of nearly 90 people, working two shifts-- helping to hand-craft his designs. This could easily explain why not every piece is hand signed, therefore making an early, had-signed pieces like this even more desirable for a collector. This piece has a wonderful patina, with vibrant colors and while still brutalist in nature, it's a bit more subdued and could effortlessly be blended into any contemporary environment. We currently have this piece in the gallery paired with a Vladimir Kagan serpentine cloud sofa, and a Karl Springer goatskin...
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1960s American Brutalist Vintage Directional Furniture

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Bronze

Pair of Vladimir Kagan for Directional Nautilus Swivel Chairs
By Vladimir Kagan, Directional
Located in Houston, TX
Pair of Vladimir Kagan for Directional Nautilus Swivel Chairs. Outstanding pair of Vladimir Kagan for Directional Nautilus swivel chairs. This stunning true opposing pair of Kagan Po...
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1970s American Post-Modern Vintage Directional Furniture

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Bouclé

Paul McCobb for Directional Black Eight Drawer Chest with Brass Leg Posts
By Paul McCobb, Directional
Located in Bainbridge, NY
Paul McCobb for Directional #7025 black Chest of Drawers. Featuring newly restored and re-enameled rectangular black enameled eight drawer Chest, Dresser, detailed with reflective Br...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Directional Furniture

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Brass

Vladimir Kagan for Directional Hurricane Chair
By Vladimir Kagan, Directional
Located in Houston, TX
Vladimir Kagan for Directional hurricane chair. Offered is a classic post modern sculptural hurricane chair designed by Vladimir Kagan for Direct...
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1980s American Post-Modern Vintage Directional Furniture

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Leather

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.
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1990s American Post-Modern Directional Furniture

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Upholstery

Kipp Stewart for Directional Mid Century Walnut Dining Chairs - Set of 6
By Kipp Stewart, Directional
Located in Countryside, IL
Kipp Stewart for Directional Mid Century Walnut Dining Chairs - Set of 6 Each armless chair measures: 18.5 wide x 22 deep x 37 high, with a seat height of 18 inches Each captains ch...
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Directional Furniture

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Upholstery, Walnut

Pair of Paul Evans Cityscape Floating Night Stands for Directional, USA 1970s
By Paul Evans, Directional
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
Pair of Paul Evans Cityscape Floating Night Stands for Directional, USA 1970s Brass and chrome tiles over wood with wood veneer face on pulls, both signed, one on bottom, one on side...
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1970s American Modern Vintage Directional Furniture

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Brass, Chrome

Michael Wolk for Directional Swivel Chairs, A Pair
By Directional, Michael Wolk
Located in Round Top, TX
A pair of Michael Wolk-designed "Miami" chairs. This beautiful set of swivel chairs were designed by Miami-based New York designer Michael Wolk. Th...
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Late 20th Century American Post-Modern Directional Furniture

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Textile, Wood

Paul McCobb for Directional Sculpted Mahogany and Cane Dining Chairs, Pair
By Paul McCobb, Directional
Located in South Bend, IN
A beautiful pair of Mid-Century Modern dining chairs or side chairs By Paul McCobb for Directional USA, 1950s Elegant sculpted mahogany frames, with cane backs, and upholstered se...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Directional Furniture

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Upholstery, Cane, Mahogany

Vladimir Kagan, Directional, Mid-Century Modern, Serpentine Cloud Sofa, Velvet
By Directional, Vladimir Kagan
Located in Manhasset, NY
Vladimir Kagan, Directional, Mid-Century Modern, Curved Cloud Sofa, Beige Velvet, Lucite, USA, 1980s The Cloud Sofa, designed by Vladimir Kagan and produced by Directional in the 19...
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1980s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Directional Furniture

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Velvet, Lucite

Magnificent Directional Even Arm Sofa Jack Lenor Larsen Mid Century Modern
By Directional, Jack Lenor Larsen
Located in Pemberton, NJ
Magnificent Directional even arm sofa with Jack Lenor Larsen cut velvet fabric. This sofa is in very nice vintage condition with only light signs of wear. The original fabric is a ...
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Directional Furniture

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Upholstery, Walnut

Paul McCobb Irwin Collection Walnut Gentleman's Chest, Newly Refinished
By Directional, Calvin Furniture, Paul McCobb
Located in South Bend, IN
An exceptional Mid-Century Modern gentleman's chest of drawers By Paul McCobb for Directional and produced by Calvin Furniture, "Irwin Collection" USA, 1950s Gorgeous book-matched...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Directional Furniture

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Brass

Hanging Two Drawer Cabinet by Milo Baughman for Directional
By Milo Baughman, Directional
Located in Oakland, CA
Hanging cabinet attributed to Milo Baughman for Directional furniture, Crafted out of Philippine Mahogany with a dark rosewood finish. The cabinet has two drawers with brass pulls an...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Directional Furniture

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Brass

Paul McCobb for Calvin Brass, Walnut and Travertine Marble Slab-Top
By Paul McCobb, Directional
Located in Chicago, IL
Paul McCobb for Calvin Brass, Walnut and Travertine Marble Slab-Top, Irwin Collection Features: One-inch thick marble, Two Drawers with cut-out pulls and inner shelf space, label on ...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Directional Furniture

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Travertine, Brass

Paul Evans for Directional 'PE 68' Wall Unit in Bronzed Resin and Glass
By Directional, Paul Evans
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Paul Evans for Directional, wall shelves, model 'PE 68', epoxy bronzed resin over wood, smoked glass, United States, 1970s Grand wall unit by Paul Evans, designed for Directional in...
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1970s American Post-Modern Vintage Directional Furniture

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Bronze

Vladimir Kagan Serpentine Cloud Sofa for Directional
By Vladimir Kagan, Directional
Located in Chino Hills, CA
For sale is an exquisite vintage modern serpentine sofa, a stunning piece designed by the renowned Vladimir Kagan for Directional in the 1990s. This sofa features a captivating swirl...
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1990s American Modern Directional Furniture

Materials

Fabric

Paul Evans PE400 Faceted Dining Table in Walnut Burl & Chrome Plated Steel 1970s
By Directional, Paul Evans
Located in New York, NY
The Cityscape collection designed by Paul Evans was produced by Directional Furniture from 1970 until 1981. The collection drew inspiration from urban environments and architectural ...
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1970s American Modern Vintage Directional Furniture

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Steel, Chrome

Paul McCobb Irwin Collection Mahogany and Brass Marble Top Nightstands
By Calvin Furniture, Paul McCobb, Directional
Located in South Bend, IN
An outstanding pair of Mid-Century Modern bedside tables or occasional side tables By Paul McCobb for Directional and produced by Calvin Furniture, "Irwin Collection" USA, 1950s M...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Directional Furniture

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Marble, Brass

Pair of Directional Post Modern Poufs Ottomans in Curly Camel Teddy Bear Fabric
By Directional
Located in Saint Louis, MO
Timelessly sexy pair of poufs ottomans by Directional professionally reupholstered in soft camel teddy bear fabric rated highly durable. Upholstered pouf rests atop a channeled upholstered...
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1980s American Post-Modern Vintage Directional Furniture

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Upholstery, Faux Fur

Paul Evans King Headboard Burl Wood and Brass 'Cityscape' for Directional 1970's
By Directional, Paul Evans
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
Paul Evans King Headboard Burl Wood and Brass 'Cityscape' for Directional 1970's Slab form, brass and burl wood patchwork tiles. King size, wall mountable using bias cut mounting boa...
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Directional Furniture

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Brass

Vladimir Kagan Cloud Sofa for Directional
By Vladimir Kagan, Directional
Located in Chicago, IL
c. 1980s in its’ original microsuede. There is some light scratching to the microsuede consistent with how microsuede wears along with general wear from use and age. It overall reads...
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1980s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Directional Furniture

Materials

Fabric

1980s Weiman Curved Serpentine Sofa and Swivel Chairs, 3 Pieces
By Directional
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
Original rare set of 3, 1980s Iconic serpentine cloud sofa and swivel chairs are packed with personality! Outstanding design is exhibited throughout the monumental form. The Vintage complete set are beyond stunning. Beautiful colors in ultra suede light...
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1980s American Post-Modern Vintage Directional Furniture

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Upholstery, Wood

Vladimir Kagan Serpentine Cloud Sofa, Directional, in Chinoiserie Tiger Velvet
By Vladimir Kagan, Directional
Located in Culver City, CA
This Vladimir Kagan Cloud sofa is divine! This is not just any sofa; it's a fantastical journey into the world of design where comfort meets chic in the most delightful way possible...
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1990s American Modern Directional Furniture

Materials

Velvet

Pair of Chairs Designed by Larry Laslo for Directional
By Directional, Larry Laslo
Located in Miami, FL
Pair of Chairs Designed by Larry Laslo for Directional, wooden legs have a faux burl wood finish and stainless steel tips. Original fabric is in not perfect condition and has some so...
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1990s American Modern Directional Furniture

Materials

Stainless Steel

Pair of Directional Post Modern Swivel Chairs and Ottoman in Ivory Bouclé
By Directional
Located in Saint Louis, MO
Stylish, sculptural and incredibly comfortable pair of tilt and swivel wide seat lounge chairs by Directional. Our shop has carried several Directional and Vladimir Kagan style lounge chairs...
Category

1980s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Directional Furniture

Materials

Bouclé, Upholstery

Mid Century Paul Evans Cityscape Floating Shelf or Console Table Chrome & Brass
By Paul Evans, Directional
Located in Philadelphia, PA
An incredible design, a cityscape wall shelf designed by Paul Evans in the 1970's. The set features Fine heavy construction with brass & chrome clad patchwork design. Includes two L ...
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Directional Furniture

Materials

Brass, Chrome

Directional furniture for sale on 1stDibs.

Directional furniture are available for sale on 1stDibs. These distinctive items are frequently made of fabric and are designed with extraordinary care. There are many options to choose from in our collection of Directional furniture, although beige editions of this piece are particularly popular. Many of the original furniture by Directional were created in the modern style in united states during the 20th century. If you’re looking for additional options, many customers also consider furniture by Thayer Coggin, Harvey Probber, and Jens Risom. Prices for Directional furniture can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these items begin at $5,800 and can go as high as $47,800, while a piece like these, on average, fetch $17,300.
Questions About Directional Furniture
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    While a pear-shaped ring can be worn either way, most commonly it is worn with the tip of the diamond facing upwards to look like a falling teardrop when the hand is raised. This also helps create the impression of longer fingers.

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