Directional Dining Room Tables
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
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 Dining Room Tables
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Metal, Bronze, Cut Steel
Paul Evans PE 400 Series "Cityscape" Dining Table for Directional , USA 1970s
By Directional, Paul Evans
Located in Miami, FL
Rare and Iconic Paul Evans "Cityscape" Dining Table base. Rendered in walnut burl wood and chrome plated brass patchwork resembling a city skyline. We can assist in a custom size g...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Directional Dining Room Tables
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Chrome
Milo Baughman for Directional Dining Table in Walnut, Rosewood, Ash w/ 2 Leaves
By Directional, Johnson Furniture Company, Milo Baughman
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Made in the Unites States in the 1960s, this piece was manufactured by Johnson Furniture Co. and sold by Directional, who consistently sold smash hits from the likes of Paul Evans an...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Directional Dining Room Tables
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Hardwood, Ash, Rosewood, Walnut
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 Dining Room Tables
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Mirror, Wood
Paul Evans "Cityscape" Dining / Console Table
By Directional, Paul Evans
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 Dining Room Tables
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Steel, Chrome
Paul Evans PE400 Faceted Dining Table in Walnut Burl & Chrome Plated Steel 1970s
By Paul Evans, Directional
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 Dining Room Tables
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Steel, Chrome
Pair of Mid Century Modern Striped Side Tables by Milo Baughman for Directional
By Directional, Milo Baughman
Located in San Diego, CA
Restored beautiful striped wood end tables by Milo Baughman for Directioal. These are absolutely stunning in person. These tables are made of alternating rosewood, oak, and walnut. T...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Directional Dining Room Tables
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Oak, Rosewood, Walnut
Kipp Stewart Midcentury Walnut Dining Table
By Directional, Kipp Stewart
Located in Atlanta, GA
Outstanding midcentury walnut dining table, designed by Kipp Stewart for Directional, American, circa 1960s. Beautiful grained walnut throughout. It expands from a compact ovaled squ...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Directional Dining Room Tables
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Metal
Milo Baughman Dining Table for Directional
By Directional, Milo Baughman
Located in Chicago, IL
Milo Baughman Dining Table for Directional, Striped multi-wood table top: rosewood, walnut, and ash. Two additional matching leaves.
The Table extends from 72" to 108" fully extended...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Directional Dining Room Tables
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Rosewood, Walnut, Ash
Exceptional Paul Evans for Directional Model PE24 Brutalist Welded Dining Table
By Directional, Paul Evans
Located in Philadelphia, PA
When I purchased this table from its original Pennsylvania owners, it had been neglected and for decades and covered with multiple layers of poorly applied paint. I had no idea what was underneath. After a week in the workshop, the colors began to reveal themselves, and I knew that this table was special.
Compared to virtually every PE24 I've ever seen, this example features colors and patterns to outdo any. Where most examples feature muted tones of blue, red, and brass beneath a dark outer coat, this table wears bright sky-blue, vibrant green, and even white, unheard of for this table. It also features a greater number of special graphics on the individual panels, such as a vertically elongated star...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Directional Dining Room Tables
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Brass, Bronze, Steel
Paul Evans for Directional Mid Century Chrome Cityscape Dining Table
By Directional, Paul Evans
Located in Countryside, IL
Paul Evans for Directional Mid Century Chrome Cityscape Dining Table
This dining table measures: 90 wide x 47.75 deep x 29 inches high, with a chair clearance of 28.25 inches
All p...
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Directional Dining Room Tables
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Chrome
Paul Evans Patchwork Copper 106" Extendable Dining Table for Directional, c 1967
By Directional, Paul Evans
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Stunning and very rare copper clad extendable dining table by Paul Evans for Directional, produced circa 1967. This incredible piece of design history is fabricated from patinated pieces of copper, brass, and pewter formed in a patchwork pattern. Perfect statement piece for a discerning collector, design connoisseur or luxury interior designer.
Hefty and sturdy construction in this extendable Parsons table which can be transformed from 66" up to a large 106" with the two matching leaves, allowing seating for up to 10 to 12 people. Or consider using as a heavy duty desk / work table. The fusion of these mixed metals of copper, brass and pewter formulates an exemplary piece which would be a welcomed statement to any connoisseur's collection.
We have the matching cafe / game table and floating wall console...
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1960s American Brutalist Vintage Directional Dining Room Tables
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Brass, Copper, Pewter
Paul McCobb Irwin Collection Mahogany and Brass Round Dining Table or Game Table
By Directional, Paul McCobb
Located in South Bend, IN
An exceptional Mid-Century Modern round dining, table, game table, or center table
By Paul McCobb for Directional and produced by Calvin Furniture, "Irwin Collection"
USA, 1950...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Directional Dining Room Tables
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Brass
Paul McCobb for Directional Black Lacquer and Brass Extension Dining Table
By Paul McCobb, Directional, Calvin Furniture
Located in South Bend, IN
An exceptional Mid-Century Modern extension dining table
By Paul McCobb for Directional and produced by Calvin Furniture
USA, 1950s
Black lacquered mahogany, with brass stretchers...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Directional Dining Room Tables
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Brass
Paul McCobb Irwin Collection Black Lacquer and Brass Dining Table, Refinished
By Paul McCobb, Directional
Located in South Bend, IN
An exceptional Mid-Century Modern round dining table, game table, or center table
By Paul McCobb for Directional and produced by Calvin Furniture, "Irwin Collection"
USA, 1950s
Bl...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Directional Dining Room Tables
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Mahogany, Lacquer, Corian
Milo Baughman Black Lacquer Parsons Style Dining Table
By Milo Baughman, Directional
Located in Dallas, TX
An iconic dining table by Milo Baughman for Directional. Table is well constructed and comes with two leaves each of which is 20"W. Without leaves table is 66"W. Black lacquer.
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Mid-20th Century North American Mid-Century Modern Directional Dining Room Tables
Materials
Wood, Lacquer
1970s Paul Evans Iconic Cityscape Dining Table, Signed
By Paul Evans, Directional
Located in Hartville, OH
Iconic Paul Evans Burled Patchwork and Chrome Dining Table from his Cityscape Collection. Signed. Two leaves.
Condition Disclosure:
Please understand nearly all of our inventory is ...
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Directional Dining Room Tables
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Chrome
Exotic Mixed Woods Dining Table by Milo Baughman for Directional, 1960s
By Directional, Milo Baughman
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This beautifully refinished exotic wood inlay 1960's California Modern dining table by Milo Baughman for Directional features highly grained exotic woods creating contrasting lines s...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Directional Dining Room Tables
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Wood
Vintage Chrome "Cityscape" Dining Table by Paul Evans for Directional
By Directional, Paul Evans
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Exceptional vintage “Cityscape” dining table designed by Paul Evans for Directional in the United States, circa 1970s. This dining table belongs to ...
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Directional Dining Room Tables
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Chrome
Paul Evans Studio for Directional Argente Unique Dining Table
By Directional, Paul Evans
Located in Chicago, IL
Paul Evans Studio for Directional Argente Unique Dining Table
Welded and patinated aluminum with 3/4" glass
Welded signature and date to base ‘Paul Evans 73’.
Sold with a digital co...
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1970s American Vintage Directional Dining Room Tables
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Aluminum
Paul Evans Welded Steel & Glass Crescent Base Dining Table 1970 (Signed)
By Directional, Paul Evans
Located in New York, NY
Pair of brutalist welded steel crescent shaped table bases decorated with colored enamel paint and gilt accents by Paul Evans for Directional Furniture. Bases support a thick glass t...
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1970s American Brutalist Vintage Directional Dining Room Tables
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Enamel, Steel
Paul Evans Burl Wood and Chrome Cityscape Dining Table
By Directional, Paul Evans
Located in Dallas, TX
Elevate your dining experience with the Paul Evans Burl Wood and Chrome Cityscape Dining Table, available here at circa20c. This beauti...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Directional Dining Room Tables
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Chrome
Midcentury Dining Table by Paul Evans for Directional
By Paul Evans, Directional
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Stunning vintage dining table by Paul Evans for Directional. Beautiful patchwork burl wood design that sits on a pedestal base with chrom...
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1960s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Directional Dining Room Tables
Materials
Chrome
Milo Baughman Dining Table by Directional
By Milo Baughman, Directional
Located in Highland, IN
This classic mid-century dining table designed by Milo Baughman for Directional takes a simple, rectilinear form and dresses it up with bands of mixed wood veneers. The 72" long tabl...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Directional Dining Room Tables
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Wood
Milo Baughman for Directional Mid Century Inlaid Dining Table with 2 Leaves
By Milo Baughman, Directional
Located in Countryside, IL
Milo Baughman for Directional Mid Century Inlaid Dining Table with 2 Leaves
This table measures: 72 wide x 42 deep x 29 inches high, with a chair clearance of 25.5 inches, each leaf...
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Directional Dining Room Tables
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Wood
Milo Baughman for Directional Walnut Boat-Shaped Dining Table, Newly Refinished
By Directional, Milo Baughman
Located in South Bend, IN
An exceptional mid-century modern boat-shaped extension dining table
By Milo Baughman for Directional
USA, 1960s
Gorgeous book-matched walnut, with ebonized legs.
Measure...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Directional Dining Room Tables
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Walnut
Paul Evans for Directional Cityscape Style Mid Century Patchwork Burlwood Table
By Directional, Paul Evans
Located in Countryside, IL
Paul Evans for Directional Cityscape style mid century patchwork burlwood table
The table measures: 39 wide x 39 deep x 29.25 high, with a chair...
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Directional Dining Room Tables
Materials
Burl
Milo Baughman for Directional Dimond Teak & Walnut Dining Table Gate Legs Base
By Directional, Milo Baughman
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Mid-Century Modern Milo Baughman dining table with two 14" extension boards.
Ebonized gate leg base, teak and walnut diamond pattern top.
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Directional Dining Room Tables
Materials
Walnut, Teak
Directional Custom Collection Vintage Modern Inlaid Dining Table
By Directional
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Unique inlaid metal and wood dining table from the Directional Custom Collection. Tabletop is banded with alternating wood grain patterns...
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1970s American Modern Vintage Directional Dining Room Tables
Materials
Chrome
Paul Evans Custom Faceted Dining Table
By Directional, Paul Evans
Located in Chicago, IL
Paul Evans Custom Faceted Dining Table, Larger base with lacquered wood and brass cladding over wood.
3/4" top measures 96" in length and 47.50" in depth Seats 10 to 12
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1970s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Directional Dining Room Tables
Materials
Brass
Paul Evans Cityscape Expandable Dining Table. Burl Wood and Chrome. Signed.
By Paul Evans, Directional
Located in Kansas City, MO
Stunning extension dining table designed by Paul Evans for his Cityscape series and manufactured by Directional. Patchwork burl top and chrome base. Without leaves it is a 47 inch ...
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Directional Dining Room Tables
Materials
Burl
Paul McCobb for Directional Black Lacquer and Brass Dining Table, Refinished
By Paul McCobb, Calvin Furniture, Directional
Located in South Bend, IN
An exceptional Mid-Century Modern extension dining table
By Paul McCobb for Directional and produced by Calvin Furniture
USA, 1950s
Black lacquered mahogany, with brass stretchers...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Directional Dining Room Tables
Materials
Brass
Mixed-Woods "Gallery One" Dining Table by Milo Baughman for Directional
By Directional, Milo Baughman
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Mixed-woods dining table designed by Milo Baughman for Directional's "Gallery One" line (ca. 1961, USA). Composed of alternating banding of walnut, rosewoo...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Directional Dining Room Tables
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Rosewood, Walnut
Vintage Multi-Wood Expanding Dining Table by Milo Baughman for Directional
By Milo Baughman, Directional
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Magnificent vintage expanding dining table designed by Milo Baughman for Directional in the United States, circa 1960s. This spectacular and organic design features a mix of quality ...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Directional Dining Room Tables
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Ebony, Oak, Rosewood, Walnut
Milo Baughman for Directional Mid Century Multi-Wood Dining Table
By Directional, Milo Baughman
Located in Countryside, IL
Milo Baughman for Directional mid century multi-wood dining table
This table measures: 60 wide x 38 deep x 28.75 high, with a chair clearance of 25.75 inches, each leaf measures 2...
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Directional Dining Room Tables
Materials
Wood
Directional dining room tables for sale on 1stDibs.
Directional dining room tables are available for sale on 1stDibs. These distinctive items are frequently made of wood and are designed with extraordinary care. There are many options to choose from in our collection of Directional dining room tables, although brown editions of this piece are particularly popular. Many of the original dining room tables by Directional were created in the mid-century modern style in north america during the 20th century. If you’re looking for additional options, many customers also consider dining room tables by Florence Knoll, Karl Springer, and Mastercraft. Prices for Directional dining room tables can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these items begin at $2,000 and can go as high as $47,800, while a piece like these, on average, fetch $8,190.
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