Original Mid century orange Paul McCobb Origami Fiberglass Chair spider base
About the Item
- Creator:Paul McCobb (Designer)
- Dimensions:Height: 32 in (81.28 cm)Width: 21 in (53.34 cm)Depth: 23 in (58.42 cm)Seat Height: 18 in (45.72 cm)
- Style:Mid-Century Modern (Of the Period)
- Materials and Techniques:
- Place of Origin:
- Period:
- Date of Manufacture:1950s
- Condition:Wear consistent with age and use. Good vintage condition.
- Seller Location:BROOKLYN, NY
- Reference Number:1stDibs: LU1793236806162
Paul McCobb
You could call Paul McCobb a man of parts. As a furniture designer, his work combined the attributes of many of his now better-known peers. Like 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 beside 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 also designed cohesive lines of furnishings, such as his best-known Planner Group, that gave homes an instant “look.” McCobb designed for several companies, most notably Directional, the New York firm that also produced designs by other legends, such as Paul Evans and Vladimir Kagan.
The signal aesthetic attribute of McCobb designs is that he completely forsook ornament — his pieces have no flourishes. And yet, because they are honest — the chairs, desks and 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 — McCobb’s mid-century modern work has warmth and presence.
As you can see from the offerings on 1stDibs, vintage Paul McCobb designs are the pin-striped suit, or the little black dress, of a décor: an essential.
- ShippingRetrieving quote...Ships From: Brooklyn, NY
- Return PolicyA return for this item may be initiated within 1 day of delivery.
- 4 Original Midcentury white Paul McCobb Origami Fiberglass Chairs spider baseBy Paul McCobbLocated in BROOKLYN, NYSet of (4) original mid century off white Paul McCobb origami fiberglass shells has steel spider bases. Can be used inside or outside. All four of ...Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
MaterialsSteel
- Original Midcentury white Paul McCobb Origami Fiberglass Chair spider baseBy Paul McCobbLocated in BROOKLYN, NYoriginal mid century off white Paul McCobb origami fiberglass shell has steel spider bases. Can be used inside or outside. These side chairs are ...Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
MaterialsSteel
- Set of 6 Mid century Paul McCobb for Lane Chrome Black Cane Back Dining ChairsBy Paul McCobb, Lane FurnitureLocated in BROOKLYN, NYSix all original rare midcentury Paul McCobb for Lane chrome dining chairs. Solid chrome steel frames and curved cane back with original vinyl upholstered ...Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
MaterialsSteel, Chrome
- Original Mid century Rare Paul McCobb Low Lounge ChairBy Paul McCobbLocated in BROOKLYN, NYOriginal midcentury rare Paul McCobb low lounge chair . Solid maple wood construction with a walnut finish. Original Orange worn upholstery - Would require new Upholstery. Beautiful ...Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
MaterialsUpholstery, Maple
- Rare mid century Paul Mccobb all Black original Squirm lounge chairBy Paul McCobbLocated in BROOKLYN, NYRare mid century Paul Mccobb all Black original Squirm low geometric lounge chair. All original black Naugahyde upholstery over wood frame. Amazing geometric design great lines. Desi...Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
MaterialsNaugahyde, Maple
- Mid Century Paul McCobb Calvin Wall Unit Etagere Walnut Brass BaseBy Calvin Furniture, Paul McCobbLocated in BROOKLYN, NYStunning Mid century American designer Paul McCobb Wall unit with lower credenza in walnut. Original finish in good vintage condition with front foldi...Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Credenzas
MaterialsBrass
- Paul McCobb Mid-Century Modern Fiberglass Origami Chair on Spider Base, 1950sBy Paul McCobbLocated in South Bend, INA gorgeous Mid-Century Modern molded fiberglass "origami" chair on rare spider base By Paul McCobb for St. John Seating Corporation. USA, 1950s. Measures: 21"W x 22"D x 32"H...Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Side Chairs
MaterialsSteel
- Paul McCobb Mid-Century Modern Fiberglass Origami Chair, 1950sBy Paul McCobbLocated in South Bend, INA rare Mid-Century Modern molded fiberglass "origami" chair By Paul McCobb for St. John Seating Corporation USA, 1950s Measures: 21" W x 22.5" D x 32.5" H. Seat height 18". ...Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Side Chairs
MaterialsSteel
- Origami Chair by Paul McCobbBy Paul McCobb, St. JohnLocated in 성동구, KRA 1950s Paul McCobb Origami chair for St. John. The fiberglass seat is molded at angles, reminiscent of the Japanese origami technique. Lem...Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
MaterialsSteel
- Paul McCobb Origami Armchair on Spider BaseBy Paul McCobbLocated in Dronten, NL1960s vintage white molded fiberglass Origami arm shell chair designed by Paul McCobb on a very scarce spider base. A stunning example of this rarely seen combo. The faceted chair...Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
MaterialsSteel
- Fiberglass Origami Chair by Paul McCobbBy Paul McCobbLocated in Atlanta, GAA rare design by Paul McCobb (American, 1917-1969) for St. John, circa 1950s, this all original Origami Chair if made of a light blue fiberglass seat and...Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Chairs
MaterialsMetal
- Rare White Paul McCobb Origami Chair on Spider BaseBy Paul McCobbLocated in Brooklyn, NY1960s vintage white molded fiberglass Origami shell chair designed by Paul McCobb on very scarce spider base. A stunning example of this rarely seen combo. The faceted chair...Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Chairs
MaterialsFiberglass
