Harvey Probber
Harvey Probber (1922–2003) was an American furniture designer best known for pioneering modular and sectional seating in the 1940s. Born in Brooklyn, New York, he began his career at just 16 years old after selling his first sofa design, quickly gaining recognition within the emerging modernist movement.
In 1945, he founded Harvey Probber, Inc., which went on to become a leading force in postwar American furniture design. His work is distinguished by its blend of modern innovation and luxurious materials, setting it apart from the more austere and functional approach of Bauhaus-influenced design.
“Design has a fourth dimension — the intangible quality of aging gracefully.”
Among his most groundbreaking contributions is the “Sert Group,” a flexible seating system composed of interchangeable elements that redefined functionality in interior design. Over the course of his career, his work was featured in major exhibitions, including MoMA’s “Good Design” show, and received numerous industry awards.
Today, Harvey Probber is regarded as a key figure in modern furniture design and a pioneer in the development of modular living concepts.
