Harvey Probber Seating
American, 1922-2003
A popular designer who had his heyday from the late 1940s into the 1970s, Harvey Probber is one of the post-war American creative spirits whose work has been recently rediscovered by collectors. His designs are by-and-large simple and elegant, but his signal achievement was to pioneer one of the key innovations of mid-20th century furniture: sectional, or modular, seating.
Even as a teenager, the Brooklyn-born Probber was making sketches of furniture designs — and selling them to Manhattan furniture companies. He began working as a designer for an upholsterer once he finished high school and, apart from a few evening classes he took as an adult at Pratt Institute, he was self-taught about design and furniture making.
After wartime service — and a stint as a lounge singer — Probber founded his own company in the late 1940s. A lifelong familiarity with the needs of New York–apartment dwellers doubtless sparked his most noteworthy creation: a line of seating pieces in basic geometric shapes — wedges, squares, half-circles — that could be arranged and combined as needed. Modular furniture remained the core idea of Probber’s business throughout his career.
As a self-trained designer, Probber was never wed to any particular aesthetic. He preferred the simple lines now associated with mid-century modernism for their inherent practicality, but often used hardware to enliven the look of his pieces, or added elements — such as a ceramic insert in the center of a round dining table — that was visually interesting and could serve as a trivet. He gravitated toward bright fabrics with attractive, touchable textures that might be satin-like or nubbly. Above all, Probber insisted that the sofas, case goods and other products that came out of his Fall River, Massachusetts, factory be built to last.
“The quality of aging gracefully,” Probber once told an interviewer, is “design's fourth dimension.” This quality he realized: Probber furniture is just as useful and alluring now as it was when made — and maybe even more stylish.
Find a collection of vintage Harvey Probber side tables, sectional sofas, chairs and other furniture on 1stDibs.
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Creator: Harvey Probber
Harvey Probber Sectional Sofa, circa 1955
By Harvey Probber
Located in Raleigh, NC
An extraordinary 1950s two piece sectional from Harvey Probber. Fully restored with new foam and upholstery. This magnificent sofa sits atop walnut le...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Harvey Probber Seating
Materials
Upholstery
Mid Century Harvey Probber 3 Seater Sofa with Chrome Base
By Harvey Probber
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
1960's vintage Harvey robber 3 seat sofa with steel over wood plinth base. In original as is fabric.
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Harvey Probber Seating
Materials
Chrome
Harvey Probber Midcentury Sectional Sofa
By Harvey Probber
Located in Countryside, IL
Harvey Probber midcentury sectional sofa
This sofa measures: 133 wide x 100 deep x 28 inches high, with a seat height of 1...
Category
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Harvey Probber Seating
Materials
Upholstery, Wood
Set of Six Wicker and Chrome Dining Chairs att. to Fabricus Kastholm for Probber
By Jørgen Kastholm & Preben Fabricius, Harvey Probber
Located in New York, NY
Chic set of woven wicker and tubular chrome dining chairs, design attributed to Kastholm and Fabricus, for Harvey Probber Inc. made in Denmark circa 1970’s. There is some debate with...
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1970s Danish Post-Modern Vintage Harvey Probber Seating
Materials
Chrome
Four Piece Cubo Sectional Sofa by Harvey Probber, circa 1972
By Harvey Probber
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Introducing the iconic 4 Piece Cubo Sectional by Harvey Probber, originally designed in 1972. This stunning piece exudes timeless elegance and sophistication, making it a must-have a...
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1970s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Harvey Probber Seating
Materials
Chrome
Mid Century Harvey Probber 3 Seater Sofa with Chrome Base
By Harvey Probber
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
1960's vintage Harvey robber 3 seat sofa with steel over wood plinth base. In original as is fabric.
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Harvey Probber Seating
Materials
Chrome
Jean Pierre Bernard, Side Tables, Steel, Haitian, 1960s
By Harvey Probber
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of two steel side tables / end tables, produced by Jean Pierre Bernard. Haiti, 1960s. Acquired by Harvey Probber Furniture.
Category
1960s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Harvey Probber Seating
Materials
Metal
Harvey Probber Tuft Mocha Brown Donghia Velvet Recessed 3-Seater Sofas – a Pair
By Harvey Probber
Located in Farmington Hills, MI
We are very pleased to offer a stunning pair of three-seater sofas, designed by Harvey Probber, circa the 1970s. Their design reflects Probber’s signature aesthetic—sleek, modern, a...
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Harvey Probber Seating
Materials
Velvet, Hardwood
Harvey Probber Sectional Sofa
By Harvey Probber
Located in Savannah, GA
Sectional corner sofa with integrated end table, 1960s.
Original orange velvet upholstery.
sofa with full back: 84 inches wide by 33 inches deep by 30 inches tall
sofa with half...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Harvey Probber Seating
Materials
Upholstery, Wood
Harvey Probber Mid Century Brass Sectional Sofa
By Harvey Probber
Located in Countryside, IL
Harvey Probber Mid Century Brass Sectional Sofa
This sofa measures: 117.5 wide x 104.25 deep x 30 inches high, with a seat height of 16 inches
All pieces of furniture can be had in...
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Harvey Probber Seating
Materials
Brass
Harvey Probber Cantilevered Lounge Chairs
By Harvey Probber
Located in New York, NY
Dynamic pair of Harvey Probber cantilevered lounge chairs. Extremely comfortable having a wide body with lots of room offering a prefect sitt...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Harvey Probber Seating
Materials
Stainless Steel, Chrome
PAIR Midcentury Cube Lounge Chairs by Harvey Probber -
By Harvey Probber, Florence Knoll, Milo Baughman
Located in Decatur, GA
Gorgeous pair of mid century modern cube lounge chairs by Harvey Probber, circa 1960s.
Fully restored with all new foam, straps, batting and a stunning warm gray patterned wool blend...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Harvey Probber Seating
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Mid-Century Harvey Probber Burger Bun Pink Velvet Settee
By Adriano Piazzesi, Harvey Probber
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Fantastic Mid-Century Modern settee designed by Italian architect Adriano Piazzesi for Harvey Probber, Inc. Burger bun is a whimsical kidney shaped form des...
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Harvey Probber Seating
Materials
Steel
Harvey Probber American Mid-Century Green Velvet Round Sofa
By Harvey Probber
Located in Queens, NY
American Mid-Century large round sofa with a low curved partial backrest and emerald green velvet upholstery with a button tufted removable seat cush...
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Harvey Probber Seating
Materials
Metal, Brass
Red and Blue Harvey Probber Sofa with Jupe by Jackie Hand Embroidered Fabric
By Harvey Probber, Jack Lenor Larsen
Located in Berlin, DE
Hard to believe, that this art piece is completely hand embroidered by master artisans in India.
The superb color combination of sky blue cotton thread on the deep red silk velvet ba...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Harvey Probber Seating
Materials
Cotton, Silk, Wood
Harvey Probber Sofa
By Harvey Probber
Located in San Francisco, CA
A three-seat sofa by Harvey Probber. Curved front. Loose cushions on the seat, back and sides. Sofa sits on 6 wooden feet.
Category
1960s American Modern Vintage Harvey Probber Seating
Materials
Wood
Harvey Probber Knights Bench in Mahogany, Brass and Leather, Signed, 1950s
By Harvey Probber
Located in Brooklyn, NY
1950s Harvey Probber 'Knights' bench, model number 1173, with arched base and slatted seat in steam-bent mahogany with brass accents, and finished with a channel-tufted cushion. Bras...
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Harvey Probber Seating
Materials
Brass
Harvey Probber Mid Century Cube Swivel Lounge Chairs - Pair
By Harvey Probber
Located in Countryside, IL
Harvey Probber Mid Century Cube Swivel Lounge Chairs - Pair
Each lounge chair measures: 30 wide x 30.5 deep x 25.5 high, with a seat height of 15.5 and ar...
Category
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Harvey Probber Seating
Materials
Metal
Harvey Probber Sloped Arm Sofa
By Harvey Probber
Located in Hanover, MA
At last, a mid-century sofa at a comfortable seat height thanks to its 10 inch high legs.
Original Harvey Probber mid-century modern sofa with distinctive sloped arms and square tape...
Category
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Harvey Probber Seating
Materials
Brass
Black Leather Leather 'Cubo' Sectional Sofa by Harvey Probber, 1970s
By Harvey Probber
Located in Dallas, TX
Thirteen-section black leather 'Cubo' sofa designed by Harvey Probber. The Cubo sectional is comprised of five sections with attached back cushions, one...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Harvey Probber Seating
Materials
Leather
Harvey Probber Leather & Brass Bench
By Harvey Probber
Located in Phoenix, AZ
Harvey Probber button tufted leather mahogany and solid brass bench circa mid 1950’s. Newly upholstered and finished.
Category
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Harvey Probber Seating
Materials
Brass
Large Mid-Century Modern Harvey Probber Two-Piece Sectional Sofa, Labeled
By Harvey Probber
Located in St. Louis, MO
Large Mid-Century Modern 1950s Harvey Probber two-piece sectional sofa with mahogany tapered legs. Sofa has original fabric, it needs to be reupholstered and foam replaced. There is ...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Harvey Probber Seating
Materials
Upholstery, Mahogany
Pair of Curvaceous Harvey Probber Lounge Chairs
By Harvey Probber
Located in Atlanta, GA
Pair of Curvaceous modern lounge chairs, designed by Harvey Probber, American, circa 1960s. They are currently being refinished and reupholstered and can be refinished in your choice...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Harvey Probber Seating
Materials
Upholstery, Wood
Harvey Probber Swivel Club Chair, circa 1960s, Reupholstered and Refinished
By Harvey Probber
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This Harvey Probber swivel club chair from circa 1960 has been refinished and reupholstered. Featuring a scalloped front end and loose seat cushion over a round wood swivel base whic...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Harvey Probber Seating
Materials
Upholstery, Wood
Harvey Probber Deep Tufted Sectional from the Nuclear Sert Series Early 1950s
By Harvey Probber
Located in Dallas, TX
This two-piece Harvey Probber Nuclear Sert sectional sofa is one of his earliest designs and was fabricated in the early 1950s.
This is a beaut...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Harvey Probber Seating
Materials
Upholstery, Wood
Harvey Probber Mid Century Barrel Back Chrome Lounge Chairs in Knoll Fabric
By Harvey Probber
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Absolutely stunning, sleek design by Harvey Probber, chrome frame with floating armchair. Gorgeous example of timeless modern styling, and in an enviable pair.
Chrome is in excel...
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Mid-20th Century North American Mid-Century Modern Harvey Probber Seating
Materials
Chrome
Harvey Probber Sectional Sofa, circa 1955
By Harvey Probber
Located in Raleigh, NC
An extraordinary 1950s two piece sectional from Harvey Probber. Fully restored with new foam and upholstery. This magnificent sofa sits atop walnut le...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Harvey Probber Seating
Materials
Upholstery
Harvey Probber Midcentury Sectional Sofa
By Harvey Probber
Located in Countryside, IL
Harvey Probber midcentury sectional sofa
This sofa measures: 133 wide x 100 deep x 28 inches high, with a seat height of 1...
Category
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Harvey Probber Seating
Materials
Upholstery, Wood
Pair of Harvey Probber Hoop Barrel Back Cane Lounge Chairs
By Paul McCobb, Harvey Probber
Located in Chicago, IL
Pair of Harvey Probber Hoop Barrel Back Cane Lounge Chairs
Wear to original finish. Cane in nice shape. Pronbably requires reupholstery...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Harvey Probber Seating
Materials
Cane
Pair of Gondola Lounge Arm Sculptural Side Chairs by Harvey Probber
By Harvey Probber
Located in Wayne, NJ
Pair of gondola lounge arm side chairs by Harvey Probber. If you are in the New Jersey , New York City Metro Area , please contact us with your delivery zip code, as we may be able t...
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1960s North American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Harvey Probber Seating
Materials
Upholstery
Mid Century Modern Harvey Probber Spoon-back Slipper Chairs, 1960s, Pair
By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings, Harvey Probber, Edward Wormley
Located in Raleigh, NC
Beautiful sculptural pair of mahogany slipper chairs from Harvey Probber. A wonderful combination of traditional elegance and modernism. Walnut stained frames with mohair upholstery.
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Harvey Probber Seating
Materials
Mohair, Mahogany
Harvey Probber Sloped Arm Sofa
By Harvey Probber
Located in Hanover, MA
At last, a mid-century sofa at a comfortable seat height thanks to its 10 inch high legs.
Original Harvey Probber mid-century modern sofa with distinctive sloped arms and square tape...
Category
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Harvey Probber Seating
Materials
Brass
Stunning Pair Harvey Probber Cube Lounge Chairs Mid-Century Modern
By Harvey Probber
Located in Pemberton, NJ
Stunning pair of Harvey Probber cube chairs with plinth base. The original fabric has some minor stains-we do recommend reupholstery. They m...
Category
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Harvey Probber Seating
Materials
Upholstery, Wood
Large Lounge Chair on Walnut Frame Base by Harvey Probber
By Paul McCobb, Harvey Probber
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Nice large Harvey Probber lounge chairs on walnut base. Good upholstery condition.
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Harvey Probber Seating
Materials
Upholstery, Walnut
Harvey Probber & Jack Lenor Larsen Happiness Sectional Sofa, Lacquer Red 1968
By Harvey Probber, Jack Lenor Larsen
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Harvey Probber & Jack Lenor Larsen Happiness corner sectional sofa, lacquer red, 1968-1972. Gorgeous low slung modern sectional seating set of three. This is a truly extraordinary, museum-worthy set.
Certain Larsen designs have captured the public’s imagination and are recognized as “signature” pieces. According to company records, the Happiness design was inspired by a Chinese robe and Ming Dynasty embroideries in the collection of the Henry Art Gallery of the University of Washington, where Larsen did his undergraduate work. It was introduced with four colorways – amethyst quartz, Ming gold...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Harvey Probber Seating
Materials
Textile, Wool, Mohair
Harvey Probber Lounge Chair and Ottoman c. 1970's
By Harvey Probber
Located in New York, NY
Chic low slung upholstered lounge chair and ottoman designed by Harvey Probber, circa 1970's. The upholstered elements sit on recessed wood plinth bases. Both the chair and matching...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Harvey Probber Seating
Materials
Upholstery
Harvey Probber Swivel Cube Club Lounge Chairs
By Harvey Probber
Located in Miami, FL
A pair of classic swivel chairs by Harvey Probber. The bases are walnut. And the upholstery is a soft boucle. The swivel is 360.
Category
1960s American Vintage Harvey Probber Seating
Materials
Bouclé, Wood
Harvey Probber Mid Century Cube Swivel Lounge Chairs - Pair
By Harvey Probber
Located in Countryside, IL
Harvey Probber Mid Century Cube Swivel Lounge Chairs - Pair
Each lounge chair measures: 30 wide x 30.5 deep x 25.5 high, with a seat height of 15.5 and ar...
Category
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Harvey Probber Seating
Materials
Metal
Wonderful 2 Piece Harvey Probber Sectional Sofa Mid-century
By Harvey Probber
Located in Pemberton, NJ
Wonderful 2 piece signed Harvey Probber sectional sofa. This piece is in vintage condition with it's original floral tapesty fabric which does show wear. This sofa will definitely n...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Harvey Probber Seating
Materials
Upholstery
6 Harvey Probber Cane Back Dining Chairs
By Harvey Probber
Located in Hanover, MA
Set of six original Harvey Probber dining chairs from the collection of a 35 year employee in Fall River, MA. Nearly in New Old Stock (NOS) condition.
Minimalist design with loose cu...
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Harvey Probber Seating
Materials
Cane
Large Harvey Probber Bench in Mohair Upholstery with Brass Trim
By Harvey Probber
Located in Dallas, TX
A hard to find extra long bench by Harvey Probber. Most are only 57". This one is 71.5" wide. We have reupholstered in a yellow/mustard mohair. The bras...
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Harvey Probber Seating
Materials
Brass
Harvey Probber Knights Bench ca' 1950's
By Harvey Probber
Located in St.Petersburg, FL
A classic "Knights" bench by Harvey Probber ca' 1950's. Mahogany slats with brass supports and an original suede cushion. In very good restored condition, cushion is not attached.
Category
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Harvey Probber Seating
Materials
Brass
Architectural Series lounge chair in leather by Harvey Probber in STOCK
By Harvey Probber
Located in New York, NY
Measures: 30 x 30 x 30, SH 16”
Leather
Category
2010s American Modern Harvey Probber Seating
Materials
Leather, Oak
Harvey Probber Knights Bench in Mahogany, Brass and Leather, Signed, 1950s
By Harvey Probber
Located in Brooklyn, NY
1950s Harvey Probber 'Knights' bench, model number 1173, with arched base and slatted seat in steam-bent mahogany with brass accents, and finished with a channel-tufted cushion. Bras...
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Harvey Probber Seating
Materials
Brass
Harvey Probber, Caning, and Striped Upholstery Armchair
By Harvey Probber
Located in Queens, NY
American mid-century armchair with a curved wood frame, caned sides and back, and a multi-colored striped seat cushion, resting on four tapered wooden legs. (HARVEY PROBBER)(Similar chair...
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Harvey Probber Seating
Materials
Upholstery, Wood, Fabric
Harvey Probber Pair of Leather & Chrome Slipper Lounge Chairs Cantilevered Seats
By Harvey Probber
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This elegant pair of Probber lounge chairs has a dynamic profile acheived by the use of a cantalievered seat supported by polished stainless steel frames...
Category
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Harvey Probber Seating
Materials
Stainless Steel
Two Vintage Harvey Probber Benches
By Harvey Probber
Located in Doraville, GA
A pair of vintage benches designed by Harvey Probber for his own manufacturing company in 1955, the benches are in his catalog and are model nu...
Category
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Harvey Probber Seating
Materials
Fabric, Mahogany
PAIR Midcentury Cube Lounge Chairs by Harvey Probber -
By Harvey Probber, Florence Knoll, Milo Baughman
Located in Decatur, GA
Gorgeous pair of mid century modern cube lounge chairs by Harvey Probber, circa 1960s.
Fully restored with all new foam, straps, batting and a stunning warm gray patterned wool blend...
Category
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Harvey Probber Seating
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Harvey Probber Architectural Series Armchair, Chair 249
By Harvey Probber
Located in Trenton, NJ
This unique design from the Harvey Probber architectural line is titled Chair 249. The mirrored polish stainless steel legs and solid wood...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Harvey Probber Seating
Materials
Stainless Steel
Harvey Probber Dining Chairs Set of Six
By Harvey Probber
Located in Atlanta, GA
Set of six curvaceous dining chairs, designed by Harvey Probber, American, circa 1960s. These chairs are currently being refinished and reuphol...
Category
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Harvey Probber Seating
Materials
Upholstery, Cane, Wood
Harvey Probber Sofa
By Harvey Probber
Located in San Francisco, CA
A three-seat sofa by Harvey Probber. Curved front. Loose cushions on the seat, back and sides. Sofa sits on 6 wooden feet.
Category
1960s American Modern Vintage Harvey Probber Seating
Materials
Wood
Pair of yellow Harvey Probber Lounge Chairs, USA 1960s
By Harvey Probber
Located in Berlin, DE
Pair of Harvey Probber lounge chairs in yellow upholstery.
The chairs have vintage upholstery.
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Harvey Probber Seating
Materials
Upholstery
Mid Century Modern Harvey Probber Spoon-back Slipper Chairs, 1960s, Pair
By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings, Harvey Probber, Edward Wormley
Located in Raleigh, NC
Beautiful sculptural pair of mahogany slipper chairs from Harvey Probber. A wonderful combination of traditional elegance and modernism. Walnut stained frames with mohair upholstery.
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Harvey Probber Seating
Materials
Mohair, Mahogany
Handsome Harvey Probber 2-Piece Nuclear Sert Sectional Sofa Mid-Century Modern
By Harvey Probber
Located in Pemberton, NJ
Handsome Harvey Probber 2-piece Nuclear Sert series sofa sectional. This piece will need to be re-upholstered-fabric is worn and dated and foam is hardeni...
Category
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Harvey Probber Seating
Materials
Upholstery, Walnut
Vintage Mid-Century Modern Harvey Probber for Lord and Taylor Moorish Chairs
By Harvey Probber
Located in west palm beach, FL
A fantastic pair of vintage MCM dining chairs. Designed by Harvey Probber for Lord and Taylor. Beautiful Moorish design with raspberry velvet with deep ebony wood. Acquired from a Pa...
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Late 20th Century North American Moorish Harvey Probber Seating
Materials
Velvet, Ebony
Two Mid-Century Modern Swivel Cube Chairs, Model 1461, by Harvey Probber, 1950s
By Harvey Probber
Located in San Francisco, CA
Lovely pair of Mid-Century Modern swivel cube chairs by Harvey Probber from the 1950s. Upholstery updated in 2020 with Holly Hunt wool, and the cube rests upon a round wooden swivel ...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Harvey Probber Seating
Materials
Wool, Wood
Pair of Harvey Probber Slat Back Wood and Caned Seat Side Chairs
By Harvey Probber
Located in Queens, NY
Pair of American mid-century side / desk chairs with wooden frames with four vertical back slats and a caned seat. (HARVEY PROBBER)(PRICED AS PAIR)
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Harvey Probber Seating
Materials
Wood
Harvey Probber Architectural Series Armchair, Chair 249
By Harvey Probber
Located in Trenton, NJ
This unique design from the Harvey Probber architectural line is titled Chair 249. The mirrored polish stainless steel legs and solid wood...
Category
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Harvey Probber Seating
Materials
Stainless Steel
Harvey Probber Tall Back Orange Fabric Upholstered Arm / Lounge Chair
By Harvey Probber
Located in Queens, NY
American Mid-Century arm / lounge chair with a tall back and button tufted textured orange upholstery, resting on four tapered wooden legs. (HARVEY PROBBER)
light staining to uphols...
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Harvey Probber Seating
Materials
Fabric, Upholstery, Wood, Walnut
Rare Pair of Harvey Probber Lounge Chairs and Ottoman Mid-Century Modern
By Harvey Probber
Located in Pemberton, NJ
This is a rare pair of large scale Harvey Probber lounge chairs with one matching ottoman. These are perfect candidates for your magnificent new upholstery which we can assist you wi...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Harvey Probber Seating
Materials
Upholstery, Mahogany
Sofa by Harvey Probber
By Harvey Probber
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Handsome sofa by Harvey Probber upholstered in plum velvet with self-welting, six loose cushions (the seat cushions have a zipper), a buttoned back, and a spring base, all supported ...
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1950s Vintage Harvey Probber Seating
Materials
Fabric, Wood
1970s Mcm to Modern Harvey Probber Club Chairs Orange 1571 Tuxedo Sleigh Bases
By Harvey Probber
Located in Topeka, KS
Magnificent vintage MCM (a.k.a. Mid-Century Modern) to Modern Harvey Probber orange tuxedo style 1571 club chairs with black painted sleigh bases, a pair. Beautiful condition, keeping in mind that they are vintage and not new so will have signs of use and wear. They have been professionally shampooed and are in wonderful condition. There is a slight sun fading to the fabric that cannot be detected unless you remove the cushions, and we did some slight touch up to the legs. Please see photos and zoom in for details. We attempt to portray any imperfections. Circa, 1970’s.
Are oranges named oranges because oranges are orange OR is orange called orange because oranges are orange??? Hmmmmmmm???? We may never know… BUT we DO know that this pair of orange club chairs by Harvey Probber is PHENOMENAL!!! Double your seating pleasure with this dynamic duo comprised of fully upholstered tuxedo style frames, deep seats hosting loose zippered foam filled seat and back cushions, fabulous black painted sleigh bases, PLUS they are wearing their original orange large weave hopsacking fabric. WOW!! They are stunning in their simplicity, extremely comfortable, and ABSOLUTELY GORGEOUS!! They will be fabulous in the corner of your bedroom, in the living room across from your sofa, in the sitting room with a wonderful accent table in between, or in the den facing the fireplace. They are mid-century modern with a modern feel and will blend in beautifully with many styles of décor. This pair of club chairs is ready to be your new favorite vintage pieces and make a bold statement in any room you choose!
Harvey Probber was born on September 17, 1922, in Brooklyn, New York. He began his love for furniture early and while attending high school he took a part-time job in a used furniture store and was inspired to try his hand at drawing ideas for furniture. Probber sold his first sofa design when he was just 16, for $10. After high school graduation, he accepted a job as designer for Trade Upholstery which was a small manufacturing facility. The 1940’s was the beginning of American modernism, a time characterized by young designers with talent, initiative, and a willingness to take risks with new ideas. Probber was one of an early band of pioneer designers in a field that included iconic names such as D.J. DePree of Herman Miller, Hans Knoll, Georg Tanier, and Jack Lenor Larsen. Probber established Harvey Probber, Inc., in 1945 and in the mid years of the twentieth century, Harvey Probber became one of America's leading designers. He favored exotic woods, highly polished lacquer, hand-rubbed finishes, and extravagant upholstery fabrics. In little over a decade, Harvey Probber, Inc. became one of the country’s leading contemporary furniture firms. His most significant design breakthrough was his modular seating concept. It was the first of its kind. He also introduced the “sling chair” and “nuclear furniture” which could be clustered and had interchangeable pieces. By the 1970s, Harvey Probber, Inc. had opened trade showrooms in major design centers across the country. His work was awarded two "Best of Neocon" Gold Awards from the Resources Council of the Institute of Business Designers for the Houston Chair...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Harvey Probber Seating
Materials
Fabric, Foam, Wood
Harvey Probber Lounge Chair 1955
By Harvey Probber
Located in Chicago, IL
Harvey Probber Lounge Chair (1955)
This classic lounge chair by Harvey Probber features gently used mohair upholstery, providing luxurious comfort and style. It includes a loose cush...
Category
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Harvey Probber Seating
Materials
Mohair, Walnut
Pair of Mid-Century Modernist Stools with Button Detailing by Harvey Probber
By Harvey Probber
Located in New York, NY
This elegant and refined pair of stools were designed by the legendary Harvey Probber and handmade in Fall River, Massachusetts circa 1960. Probber believed that "aging gracefully" r...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Harvey Probber Seating
Materials
Walnut
Harvey Probber Set of Eight Chairs
By Harvey Probber
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Set of eight dining chairs designed by Harvey Probber. Four side chairs and two throne chairs.
Side chairs: 38 1/4" h x 20 1/4" w x 21 3/4" d
Armchairs: 39 1/8" h x 23 7/8" w x 26" d...
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Harvey Probber Seating
Materials
Wood
Mid-Century Club Chair and Ottoman by Harvey Probber
By Harvey Probber
Located in Dorchester, MA
This classic mid-century club chair by Harvey Probber offers a comfortable rest with down-filled cushions on an upholstered frame set on mahogany feet. The corresponding ottoman feat...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Harvey Probber Seating
Materials
Textile, Down, Mahogany
Harvey Probber Pair of Modern Swivel Cube Occasional Lounge Club Chairs, #1461
By Harvey Probber
Located in Toledo, OH
Pair of modern swivel cube occasional chairs by Harvey Probber. Original heavy wool Knoll fabric, cube form chairs on a round swivel base. Model # 1461, ci...
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Harvey Probber Seating
Materials
Wool
Pair of Mid-Century Modernist Gondola Slipper Chairs by Harvey Probber
By Harvey Probber
Located in New York, NY
This beautifully proportioned and elegantly fashioned Pair of Mid-Century Modernist Gondola Slipper Chairs are by the esteemed designer Harvey Probber and originate from the United S...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Harvey Probber Seating
Materials
Fabric, Walnut
Magnificent 9-Piece Harvey Probber Caramel Brown Leather 'Cubo' Sectional Sofa
By Harvey Probber
Located in Pemberton, NJ
Harvey Probber caramel brown leather 'Cubo' sectional sofa nine sections of Harvey Probber designed 'CUBO' modular seating. Set includes six seating units and three ottomans. The sec...
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Harvey Probber Seating
Materials
Leather, Wood
Spectacular Harvey Probber Even Arm Tuxedo Sofa Mid-Century Modern
By Harvey Probber
Located in Pemberton, NJ
Spectacular Harvey Probber even arm Tuxedo sofa. This sofa was reupholstered by the original owners in this sensational tropical abstract fabric probably in the 80's-has been well ca...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Harvey Probber Seating
Materials
Upholstery, Walnut
Harvey Probber seating for sale on 1stDibs.
Harvey Probber seating 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 Harvey Probber seating, although brown editions of this piece are particularly popular. Many of the original seating by Harvey Probber 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 seating by Charles Eames, Selig, and George Nelson. Prices for Harvey Probber seating can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these items begin at $750 and can go as high as $35,000, while a piece like these, on average, fetch $7,800.
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