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Midcentury Paul McCobb #1587 Nightstands Black Lacquer Brass Knobs End Tables
By Planner Group, Paul McCobb
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Beautiful pair of Paul McCobb Planner Group #1587 maple low nightstands lamp end tables single drawer Planner Group Brass knobs in original black lacquer finish.
Brass
Midcentury Paul McCobb #1586 Nightstands Tobacco Finish Brass Knobs
By Paul McCobb
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
Beautiful pair of Paul McCobb Planner Group #1586 maple nightstands lamp tables single drawer Planner Group Brass knobs Minimalist refinished in original Tobacco light blonde finish.
Brass
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H 33 in W 72 in L 33 in
Midcentury Paul McCobb Maple 20-Drawer Dresser #1510 Walnut Finish Brass Knobs
By Paul McCobb
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
Midcentury American designer Paul Mccobb Maple 20-drawer dresser #1510 walnut finish Brass knobs.
Brass
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H 24 in W 21.5 in D 17 in
Midcentury Paul McCobb #1586 Nightstands Black Lacquer Finish Brass Knobs
By Paul McCobb, Planner Group
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Beautiful pair of Paul McCobb Planner Group #1586 maple nightstands lamp tables single drawer Planner Group brass knobs Minimalist black lacquer.
Nickel
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H 23 in W 22 in D 14 in
Midcentury Paul McCobb Small Single Drawer Nightstands Walnut Finish Brass Knobs
By Planner Group, Paul McCobb
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
Simple pair of Paul McCobb Planner Group maple nightstands lamp tables single drawer Planner Group brass knobs Minimalist original walnut brown finish.
Brass
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H 20 in W 19 in D 26.5 in
Single Midcentury Paul McCobb #1587 Nightstand Black Finish Brass Knob End Table
By Planner Group, Paul McCobb
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
Beautiful single Paul McCobb Planner Group #1587 maple low nightstand lamp end sofa table single drawer Planner Group brass knob in new black lacquer finish.
Brass
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H 25 in W 24 in D 18 in
Pair of Midcentury Paul McCobb 2 Drawer #1503 Nightstands Blonde Brass Knobs
By Planner Group, Paul McCobb
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
Beautiful pair of Paul McCobb 1950s #1503 blonde solid maple nightstands end tables double-drawer planner Group.
Steel
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H 33.5 in W 36 in D 18.25 in
Pair of Midcentury Paul McCobb 3 Drawer Black Lacquer Dressers Brass Knobs
By Planner Group, Paul McCobb
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Pair of Mid-Century Modern black lacquer three-drawer dresser by Paul McCobb for Winchendon Furniture Company. Part of the Planner Group.
Brass
Vintage Marble Top Server by Paul McCobb for Calvin
By Paul McCobb
Located in San Antonio, TX
This vintage server features two shelves and two drawers with brass knobs. Paul McCobb's designs were known for being functional and purposeful.
Brass
Paul McCobb Ebonized Tall Chest of Drawers or Secretary
By Paul McCobb
Located in New York, NY
Ebonized Mid-Century tall chest of drawers/secretary with 6 concealed drawers behind drop down door designed by Paul McCobb for Calvin Group. Brass knobs and "X" base stretcher.
Brass
1950s Atomic Age American Walnut Oval Coffee Table with Brass Knobs
By Paul McCobb
Located in San Diego, CA
Simple and unique on this beautiful American walnut coffee table, circa 1950s in the style of Paul McCobb, freshly refinished, solid and sturdy nice condition. With two single small ...
Brass
1950s Set of Six Modernist Brass Pull Handle Knobs Carl Aubock Style
By Paul McCobb
Located in Chula Vista, CA
For your consideration, Set of Six (6) Modernist Gold Pull Handles Knobs Brass hardware vintage. The USA circa the 1960s. Dimensions: 2" H x 2" W x 1" D Please take a look at our ...
Brass
Mid Century Lane Nightstand McCobb
By Lane Acclaim, Paul McCobb
Located in W Allenhurst, NJ
Mid Century nightstand by Lane. Paul McCobb design with brass trim, knobs and feet.
Brass
Mid Century Lane Tall Dresser McCobb
By Lane Acclaim, Paul McCobb
Located in W Allenhurst, NJ
Beautiful and handsome mid century tall dresser by Lane. Paul McCobb design with brass trim, knobs and feet.
Brass
Wide Two Drawer Nightstands w/ McCobb Style Hardware
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Pair of vintage modern bedside dressers with unique rounded frame front. Two drawers with Paul McCobb style "cone knob" pulls. Clean mid-century modern lines, patchwork style walnut ...
Midcentury Paul McCobb #1586 Nightstands Tobacco Finish Brass Knobs
By Paul McCobb
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
Beautiful pair of Paul McCobb Planner Group #1586 maple nightstands lamp tables single drawer Planner Group Brass knobs Minimalist refinished in original Tobacco light blonde finish.
Brass
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H 23 in W 22 in D 14 in
Midcentury Paul McCobb Small Single Drawer blonde Nightstand rosewood knob
By Paul McCobb
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
Simple Paul McCobb Planner Group maple nightstand or lamp tables single drawer rosewood knob refinished to match original blonde finish.
Maple, Rosewood
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H 24 in W 21.5 in D 17 in
Midcentury Paul McCobb #1586 Nightstands Black Lacquer Finish Brass Knobs
By Paul McCobb
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
Beautiful pair of Paul McCobb Planner Group #1586 maple nightstands lamp tables single drawer Planner Group brass knobs Minimalist refinished in black lacquer - Professionally sprayed.
Nickel
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H 24 in W 21.5 in D 17 in
Midcentury Paul McCobb #1586 Nightstands Black Lacquer Finish Nickel Knobs
By Paul McCobb
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
Beautiful pair of Paul McCobb Planner Group #1586 maple nightstands lamp tables single drawer Planner Group nickel knobs Minimalist refinished in Black lacquer - Professionally spray...
Nickel
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H 24 in W 21.5 in D 17 in
Midcentury Paul McCobb #1586 Nightstands Black Lacquer Finish Brass Knobs
By Paul McCobb
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
Beautiful pair of Paul McCobb Planner Group #1586 maple nightstands lamp tables single drawer Planner Group brass knobs Minimalist refinished in black lacquer - Professionally sprayed.
Nickel
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H 24 in W 21.5 in D 17 in
Midcentury Paul McCobb #1586 Nightstands Black Lacquer Finish Brass Knobs
By Paul McCobb
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
Beautiful pair of Paul McCobb Planner Group #1586 maple nightstands lamp tables single drawer Planner Group brass knobs Minimalist refinished in black lacquer, professionally sprayed.
Nickel
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H 24 in W 21.5 in D 17 in
Midcentury Paul McCobb #1586 Maple Nightstands Tobacco Finish Brass Knobs
By Paul McCobb
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
Beautiful pair of Paul McCobb Planner Group #1586 maple nightstands lamp tables single drawer Planner Group brass knobs Minimalist refinished in original Tobacco light blonde finish.
Brass
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H 24 in W 21.5 in D 17 in
Midcentury Paul McCobb #1586 Maple Nightstands Walnut Finish Brass Knobs
By Paul McCobb
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
Beautiful pair of Paul McCobb Planner Group #1586 maple nightstands lamp tables single drawer Planner Group brass knobs Minimalist in original walnut light finish.
Brass
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H 20 in W 19 in D 26.5 in
Midcentury Paul McCobb #1587 Nightstands Tobacco Finish Brass Knobs end tables
By Paul McCobb
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
Beautiful pair of Paul McCobb Planner Group #1587 maple nightstands lamp end sofa tables single drawer Planner Group Brass knobs Minimalist refinished in original Tobacco light blond...
Brass
Midcentury Paul McCobb Small Single Drawer Nightstands Brass Knobs
By Paul McCobb, Planner Group
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
Simple pair of Paul McCobb Planner Group maple nightstands lamp tables single drawer Planner Group brass knobs Minimalist original Tobacco blonde finish.
Brass
Midcentury Paul McCobb Small Single Drawer Nightstands Brass Knobs
By Paul McCobb, Planner Group
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Simple pair of Paul McCobb Planner Group maple nightstands lamp tables single drawer Planner Group brass knobs Minimalist original Tobacco blonde finish.
Brass
Midcentury Paul McCobb #1586 Nightstands Blonde Finish Brass Knobs
By Paul McCobb, Planner Group
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
Beautiful pair of Paul McCobb Planner Group #1586 maple nightstands lamp tables single drawer Planner Group brass knobs Minimalist in original raw blonde finish.
Brass
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H 24 in W 21.5 in D 17 in
Midcentury Paul McCobb #1586 Nightstands Black Lacquer Finish Brass Knobs
By Paul McCobb, Planner Group
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
Beautiful pair of Paul McCobb Planner Group #1586 maple nightstands lamp tables single drawer Planner Group brass knobs Minimalist black lacquer.
Nickel
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H 24 in W 21.5 in D 17 in
Midcentury Paul McCobb #1586 Nightstands Black Lacquer Finish Brass Knobs
By Paul McCobb, Planner Group
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
Beautiful pair of Paul McCobb Planner Group #1586 maple nightstands lamp tables single drawer Planner Group brass knobs Minimalist black lacquer.
Nickel
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H 24 in W 21.5 in D 17 in
Midcentury Paul McCobb #1586 Nightstands Black Lacquer Finish Brass Knobs
By Paul McCobb, Planner Group
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
Beautiful pair of Paul McCobb Planner Group #1586 maple nightstands lamp tables single drawer Planner Group brass knobs Minimalist refinished in black lacquer - Professionally sprayed.
Nickel
Paul McCobb Double Dresser
By Paul McCobb
Located in Chula Vista, CA
For your consideration a double dresser by Paul McCobb. Very unusual pull knobs.
Aluminum
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H 20 in W 19 in D 26.5 in
Midcentury Paul McCobb #1587 Nightstands Tobacco Finish Brass Knobs End Tables
By Planner Group, Paul McCobb
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
Beautiful pair of Paul McCobb Planner Group #1587 maple low nightstands lamp end sofa tables single drawer Planner Group Brass knobs in original Tobacco medium blonde finish.
Brass
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H 20 in W 19 in D 26.5 in
Midcentury Paul McCobb #1587 Nightstands Tobacco Finish Brass Knobs End Tables
By Planner Group, Paul McCobb
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
Beautiful pair of Paul McCobb Planner Group #1587 maple low nightstands lamp end sofa tables single drawer Planner Group Brass knobs in original Tobacco medium blonde finish.
Brass
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H 20 in W 19 in D 26.5 in
Midcentury Paul McCobb #1587 Nightstands Gloss Black Lacquer Brass Knobs Tables
By Planner Group, Paul McCobb
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
Beautiful pair of Paul McCobb Planner Group #1587 maple low nightstands lamp end sofa tables single drawer Planner Group Brass knobs in original gloss black lacquer finish.
Brass
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H 25 in W 24 in D 18 in
Pair of Midcentury Paul McCobb 2 Drawer #1503 Nightstands Blonde Brass Knobs
By Planner Group, Paul McCobb
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
Beautiful pair of Paul McCobb 1950s #1503 blonde solid maple nightstands end tables double-drawer planner Group.
Steel
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H 42 in W 36 in D 18 in
Midcentury Tall Dresser by Paul McCobb Planner Group #1501 Maple Brass Knobs
By Planner Group, Paul McCobb
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
Beautiful midcentury tall dresser 4-drawer dresser by Paul McCobb circa 1950 Planner Group #1501 with 4 center drawers. Solid maple construction has a beautiful Medium Blonde origina...
Brass
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H 42 in W 36 in D 18 in
Midcentury Dresser by Paul McCobb Planner Group #1501 Blonde Maple Brass Knobs
By Planner Group, Paul McCobb
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
Beautiful Mid century tall 4-drawer dresser by Paul McCobb circa 1950 Planner Group #1501 with 4 center drawers. Solid maple construction has a beautiful Medium Blonde original Finis...
Brass
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H 52 in W 36 in D 18 in
Midcentury Paul McCobb #1501 Blonde Maple tall 6 drawer dresser brass knobs
By Planner Group, Paul McCobb
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
Beautiful Mid century Rare tall 6 drawer dresser by Paul McCobb circa 1950 Planner Group #1501 with 4 center drawers and custom top 2 drawer jewelry section built in to dresser. Soli...
Brass
French Polished Lacquer Desk & Chair by Paul McCobb
By Paul McCobb
Located in Danville, CA
French Polished black lacquer desk with brass drawer knobs by Paul McCobb. The flawless hand polished lacquer finish puts this piece at an altogether different level.
Brass
Paul McCobb Bookcase
Located in Bridgehampton, NY
Paul McCobb bookcase with glass shelves. Knob on door is replaced.
Pair of Paul McCobb Planner Group bedside tables
Located in New York, NY
Pair of solid walnut stained maple bedside tables designed by Paul McCobb-Planner Group. Knobs are brass.
Brass
Nightstands / Side Tables of Wood with Original Paul McCobb Knobs, Pair
Located in Madison, WI
Pair of wooden nightstands or side tables with original Paul McCob knobs. Nicely crafted. Three drawers in each that slide easily.
Brass
$3,150 / set
H 20.13 in W 19 in D 26.5 in
Paul McCobb Planner Group Black Lacquered Nightstands, Newly Refinished
By Paul McCobb, Planner Group
Located in South Bend, IN
A sleek and stylish pair of Mid-Century Modern single drawer nightstands or end tables. By Paul McCobb for Winchendon furniture, "Planner Group". USA, 1950s. Black lacquered...
Brass
Paul Frankl Ebony Nightstands for John Stuart
By Paul Frankl, John Stuart
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Extremely rare Paul Frankl nightstands for John Stuart. Made of mahogany with espresso satin finish. USA, circa 1940. Each nightstand features a pull-down top drawer with two additio...
Birch, Maple
Pair of Ebonized Mid Century Modern Nightstands
By Dunbar Furniture, Harvey Probber
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Pair of nice one drawer ring pulls nightstands or end tables.
Walnut
$1,650 / set
H 22 in W 19 in D 27 in
Pair of Black Lacquer Asian Modern End Tables or Stands American of Martinsville
By American of Martinsville
Located in Buffalo, NY
Pair of black lacquer Asian Modern end tables or stands American of Martinsville. Asian inspired step end tables with drawer. Original black lacquer finish, gold detailing with brass...
Brass
Pair of Rare Paul McCobb Nightstands for Planner Group
By Planner Group, Winchendon, Paul McCobb
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pair of highly desirable and rare Paul McCobb nightstands from his Planner Group collection for Winchendon, c.1950s. The pair features an exposed wrought iron frame, single maple dra...
Iron
$8,944 / set
H 19.69 in W 23.63 in D 15.75 in
Pair of Italian nightstands ebonized oak wood and brass 1970s
Located in Paris, IDF
This pair of beautiful nightstands was made from ebonized oak wood with solid brass pieces and accents in Italy in the 1970s. Nicely vintage, with a strong presence, they feature thr...
Brass
$13,760 / set
H 22.84 in W 23.63 in D 15.75 in
Pair of Michel Pigneres Black Lacquered Brass Nightstands Tables 1970s
By Michel Pigneres
Located in Paris, IDF
This rare pair of French midcentury single drawer black lacquered nightstands or end tables would be stunning in any room. Designed by Michel Pignères in France in the late 1970s, th...
Brass
$5,250
H 25 in W 24 in D 18 in
Mid century Paul McCobb 2 Drawer #1503 Nightstands Black Lacquer T Pulls
By Paul McCobb, Planner Group
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Beautiful pair of Paul McCobb 1950s #1503 maple nightstands end tables double-drawer planner group. Black T pull knobs. Refinished in black lacquer. Very modern designed pair of nigh...
Steel
$6,400 / set
H 23 in W 30 in D 18 in
Pair of Gibbings Ebonized Dark Lacquer Walnut One Drawer End Side Tables Mint!
By Widdicomb Furniture Co., T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Pair of Gibbings Ebonized Dark Lacquer Dovel Leg Walnut One Drawer End Side Tables Nightstands MINT!
Walnut
Edward Wormley Ebonized Mahogany Side Tables
By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture
Located in Denton, TX
Edward Wormley ebonized mahogany side table with storage.
Brass
Vintage Black Cerused Nightstands by Steve Chase
By Steve Chase
Located in North Hollywood, CA
A gorgeous pair of postmodern nightstands designed by Steve Chase, crafted in the United States during the 1980s. These pieces embody bold architectural design, defined by their scul...
Oak
$4,500 / set
H 26.25 in W 19 in D 14 in
Harvey Probber Black Lacquered Mahogany and Brass Nightstands, Newly Refinished
By Harvey Probber
Located in South Bend, IN
An exceptional pair of Mid-Century Modern nightstands By Harvey Probber USA, 1960s Black lacquered mahogany, with original brass trim and hardware. Measures: 19"W x 14"D ...
Brass
Pair of Ebonized Bedside Tables, Italy, Mid-20th Century
Located in New York, NY
Pair of ebonized bedside or sofa end tables, each fitted with a single drawer. The tables stand on tall, fluted tapering legs with brass sabots. The pieces have been newly ebonized a...
Wood
Michael Taylor Black Lacquer Side Tables From Baker Furniture
By Baker Furniture Company
Located in North Canton, OH
Michael Taylor for Baker Furniture. Beautiful pieces. Newley refinished.
Lacquer
$3,412Sale Price / set|35% Off
H 24 in W 22 in D 20 in
Mid-Century Paul McCobb Calvin #7700 Nightstands Brass Trim Dark Mahogany
By Paul McCobb, Calvin Furniture
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Beautiful pair of Paul McCobb 1960s Production #7700 dark mahogany nightstands end tables with leather lined drawers and brass trim. Has single-drawer with lower cabinet that has 1 a...
Brass
French Ebony Steel End Tables Nightstands, 1970s
Located in Paris, IDF
This pair of lined and elegant end tables or bedside tables is made from ebony veneer wood, with beautiful steel feet, in the early 1970s. Vintage and sophisticated, typically 1970s ...
Steel
$4,013
H 15.75 in W 31.5 in D 14.18 in
Josef Frank Bench in Mahogany and Brass Nails, Svenskt Tenn, Sweden
By Svenskt Tenn, Josef Frank
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Josef Frank & SCANDINAVIAN MODERN A beautiful bench by Josef Frank, for Svenskt Tenn, Sweden, 1960s. The frame is made of mahogany, upholstered seat with brass nails. The feet...
Fabric, Mahogany
Jefferson Console Waterfall Black Wood
Located in Ridgewood, NY
The Jefferson console is a Minimalist’s dream with a slim and clean profile ideal for small spaces.
Wood
$4,059 / item
H 23.63 in Dm 15.36 in
Josef Hoffmann Wiener Werkstätte Jugendstil Silk & Brass Table Lamp, Re-Edition
By Woka Lamps, Wiener Werkstätte, Josef Hoffmann
Located in Vienna, AT
Desk lamp, originally manufactured at the historical Wiener Werkstätte and archived at the WW-pattern-books with the # S 142 - all in all, just eight lamps were manufactured at the W...
Brass
$457 / item
H 11.82 in W 15.75 in D 9.85 in
Jacques Biny 'Biny Table n°231' Table Lamp for DCW éditions Paris
By Jacques Biny
Located in Tilburg, NL
Jacques Biny 'Biny Table n°231' Table Lamp designer in 1958 for DCW éditions Paris. New, current production. The table lamp (Biny Table n°231) by Jacques BINY is almost an alien in ...
Aluminum, Steel
Mid Century Brass Floor Lamp designed by Paul McCobb
By Paul McCobb
Located in New York, NY
Exceptional Mid Century brass floor lamp, having an elegant slender vertical post, supported by three triangular feet, the top ia a contrasting chrome cup which holds the glass diffu...
Brass
$2,750 / item
H 15 in W 40 in D 70 in
Bertu Coffee Table, Large Modern Coffee Table, Maple Veneer, Mondo
By Bertu Furniture
Located in Oak Harbor, OH
Bertu Coffee Table, Large Modern Coffee Table, Maple Veneer, Mondo This Large Modern Coffee Table - The Mondo is made in the heart of Ohio with locally sourced wood. Each table is h...
Maple, Oak, Plywood
$3,500
H 34.5 in W 79.75 in D 1.5 in
1950s T.H. Robsjohn Gibbings for Widdicomb King Size Headboard in Walnut
By Widdicomb Furniture Co., T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is a King Size Headboard, designed by T.H Robsjohn Gibbings for Widdicomb. This particular example dates back to the 1950s and was produced in Michigan, USA. The design is compr...
Brass
Art Deco square side table in oak veneer, France ca. 1925
Located in Meulebeke, BE
France / 1925 / side table / oak veneer, metal / Art Deco Beautiful oak veneer and metal side or occasional table from the 1920s in Art Deco style. This table has a rounded square t...
Metal
Pair of Arne Norell "Inca" Easy Chairs, 1970s
By Arne Norell
Located in Stockholm, SE
A pair of the very comfortable Inca chair with patinated original black leather and original fabric. Designed by Arne Norell, produced by Norell Möbel AB in Aneby, Sweden.
Brass
$3,153
H 30.52 in W 25.4 in D 19.3 in L 30.52 in
Art Deco Side Table by Josef Hoffmann for J. & J. Kohn, Vienna ca. 1890
Located in Meulebeke, BE
This rare Art Deco precursor side table designed by Josef Hoffmann for J. & J. Kohn around 1890 represents an important moment in the evolution of Viennese modernism. Created dur...
Wood
Large Art Deco Carved Wood Cabinet by Charles Dudouyt
By Charles Dudouyt
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Incredible large oak cabinet by Charles Dudouyt from France, 1930s. Beautiful carved wood with intricate detail on four front doors. Three compartments open to original adjustable sh...
Brass
Rare Jens Risom Walnut & Light Fabric Floating Lounge Chair, 1953
By Jens Risom
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Designed by Jens Risom, this lounge chair was made exclusively for the model year 1953. It features a frame of solid carved walnut and is upholstered in a light floral fabric. Then d...
Upholstery, Walnut
$1,135 / item
H 32.29 in W 21.66 in D 19.69 in
Shell Dining Chair, Brown Fire Retardant Fabric, by Vintola Studio, Europe
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
Springy, very comfortable and stabile club seats. They are contemporary chairs inspired of 1960s style. They can be used as armchairs and dining chairs. Chair was designed by Vint...
Velvet, Beech
Ceramic Pottery Globe Shape Lamp Green Blue Stripes
By Gordon Martz
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Green and blue striped decorated pottery globe table lamp. Mid-Century Modern design.
Ceramic, Pottery
Vienna secession coffee table attr. to Josef Hoffmann for J&J Kohn
By Josef Hoffmann, Jacob & Josef Kohn
Located in Hronská Breznica, Banskobystrický kraj
Vienna secession coffee table attr. to Josef Hoffmann for J&J Kohn, professionally stained and repolished.
Beech, Bentwood
Jordi Vilanova i Bosch large cabinet Spain 1970
By Jordi Vilanova i Bosch
Located in Roosendaal, Noord Brabant
This spectacular cabinet, designed and produced by Jordi Vilanova i Bosch in Spain during the 1970s, is an impressive example of mid-century design that combines functionality with s...
Glass, Laminate, Pine
The single aesthetic attribute of vintage Paul McCobb furniture is that the designer completely forsook ornament — his pieces have no flourishes. And yet, because they are honest — McCobb’s chairs, desks and dining 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 — his mid-century modern work has warmth and presence.
You could call the Massachusetts-born McCobb a man of parts. As a furniture designer, his work combined the attributes of many of his now better-known peers.
Like the work of 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 besides 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, a repeat recipient of the Good Design Award from the Museum of Modern Art, also designed cohesive lines of furnishings, such as his best-known Planner Group, that gave homes an instant “look.” He designed for several companies, most notably Directional, which was home to McCobb’s Origami chair.
In 1949, in partnership with New York furniture salesman B.G. Mesberg, McCobb set up the Directional Furniture Company, a brand known to vintage mid-century modern furniture collectors everywhere. Directional opened its doors after McCobb created the high-end Directional Modern line of sofas distributed by the New York-based Modernage Company. Directional also produced designs by other legends such as Paul Evans and Vladimir Kagan.
As you can see from the offerings on 1stDibs, McCobb designs are the pin-striped suit, or the little black dress, of a decor: an essential.
Find vintage Paul McCobb credenzas, bookcases, nightstands and other furniture on 1stDibs.
Organically shaped, clean-lined and elegantly simple are three terms that well describe vintage mid-century modern furniture. The style, which emerged primarily in the years following World War II, is characterized by pieces that were conceived and made in an energetic, optimistic spirit by creators who believed that good design was an essential part of good living.
ORIGINS OF MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGN
CHARACTERISTICS OF MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGN
MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGNERS TO KNOW
ICONIC MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGNS
VINTAGE MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE ON 1STDIBS
The mid-century modern era saw leagues of postwar American architects and designers animated by new ideas and new technology. The lean, functionalist International-style architecture of Le Corbusier and Bauhaus eminences Ludwig Mies van der Rohe and Walter Gropius had been promoted in the United States during the 1930s by Philip Johnson and others. New building techniques, such as “post-and-beam” construction, allowed the International-style schemes to be realized on a small scale in open-plan houses with long walls of glass.
Materials developed for wartime use became available for domestic goods and were incorporated into mid-century modern furniture designs. Charles and Ray Eames and Eero Saarinen, who had experimented extensively with molded plywood, eagerly embraced fiberglass for pieces such as the La Chaise and the Womb chair, respectively.
Architect, writer and designer George Nelson created with his team shades for the Bubble lamp using a new translucent polymer skin and, as design director at Herman Miller, recruited the Eameses, Alexander Girard and others for projects at the legendary Michigan furniture manufacturer.
Harry Bertoia and Isamu Noguchi devised chairs and tables built of wire mesh and wire struts. Materials were repurposed too: The Danish-born designer Jens Risom created a line of chairs using surplus parachute straps for webbed seats and backrests.
The Risom lounge chair was among the first pieces of furniture commissioned and produced by celebrated manufacturer Knoll, a chief influencer in the rise of modern design in the United States, thanks to the work of Florence Knoll, the pioneering architect and designer who made the firm a leader in its field. The seating that Knoll created for office spaces — as well as pieces designed by Florence initially for commercial clients — soon became desirable for the home.
As the demand for casual, uncluttered furnishings grew, more mid-century furniture designers caught the spirit.
Classically oriented creators such as Edward Wormley, house designer for Dunbar Inc., offered such pieces as the sinuous Listen to Me chaise; the British expatriate T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings switched gears, creating items such as the tiered, biomorphic Mesa table. There were Young Turks such as Paul McCobb, who designed holistic groups of sleek, blond wood furniture, and Milo Baughman, who espoused a West Coast aesthetic in minimalist teak dining tables and lushly upholstered chairs and sofas with angular steel frames.
Generations turn over, and mid-century modern remains arguably the most popular style going. As the collection of vintage mid-century modern chairs, dressers, coffee tables and other furniture for the living room, dining room, bedroom and elsewhere on 1stDibs demonstrates, this period saw one of the most delightful and dramatic flowerings of creativity in design history.