Brown Saltman Furniture
American
The enduring modern design legacy of Brown Saltman was born from the collaboration between designer Paul Frankl and furniture manufacturer David Saltman. Together, they created stunning mid-century modern solid wood furniture with Art Deco influences. Brown Saltman side tables, cocktail tables and credenzas are known for their thoughtful designs and exquisite details.
Frankl was a leading American designer who came to prominence in the 1930s by making rattan furniture for Hollywood stars. However, he dreamed of bringing his designs to the public. That chance came in 1939, when he met Saltman at a party. Saltman was the head of the Los Angeles-based Brown Saltman, which, at the time, specialized in furniture reproductions.
He asked Frankl to create a furniture line, which was released in 1941. It was a hit, with sales exceeding expectations. Frankl quickly started work on a new line for mass production. It featured simplified designs and less expensive materials like combed wood and textured plywood. This line was even more successful, and Frankl started on a third.
In 1942, Frankl and Saltman signed an extended contract to continue their collaboration. However, Saltman died in a traffic accident the next day. World War II also brought Brown Saltman production to a standstill. After the war ended, Frankl decided not to renew his contract.
Brown Saltman partnered with many other designers over the years. A walnut sideboard by Van Keppel-Green for Brown Saltman was featured in the Museum of Modern Art’s 1950-51 Good Design exhibition. Architect and interior designer Paul Laszlo also designed a commercial furniture line for the company in the 1950s.
Brown Saltman dissolved in 1960, but its well-built and beautifully designed furniture remains in high demand today.
On 1stDibs, find vintage Brown Saltman tables, storage cabinets, seating and more.
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Creator: Brown Saltman
Sofa Designed by John Keal for Brown Saltman
By Brown Saltman, John Keal
Located in Palm Desert, CA
This is a wonderful example of a mid century modern sofa. Designed by John Keal for Brown Saltman, the sofa is upholstered in a heathered beige linen blend fabric and sits on two esp...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Brown Saltman Furniture
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Vintage Walnut Tambour Door Credenza by John Caldwell for Brown Saltman
By John Caldwell, Brown Saltman
Located in North Hollywood, CA
A stunning vintage walnut tambour door credenza, expertly designed by John Caldwell for Brown Saltman in the United States during the iconic 1950s. This elegant piece seamlessly blen...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Brown Saltman Furniture
Materials
Walnut
1950s John Keal for Brown Saltman Nightstands Mahogany & Brass
By John Keal, Brown Saltman
Located in Chula Vista, CA
Nightstands
Brown Saltman blonde mahogany modern nightstands 1950s USA
Exceptionally clean modern lines designed by John Keal
Maker label present.
Shows sculptural thick oval legs an...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Brown Saltman Furniture
Materials
Brass
1950s John Keal for Brown Saltman Nightstands in Blonde Mahogany & Formica Top
By John Keal, Brown Saltman
Located in Germantown, MD
A pair of clean midcentury Brown Saltman blonde mahogany modern nightstands 1950s USA. Blonde mahogany body and very clean formica top.
Exce...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Brown Saltman Furniture
Materials
Abalone, Mahogany, Hardwood, Formica
Restored Paul Frankl Combed Wood Sliding Glass Display Cabinet for Brown Saltman
By Brown Saltman, Paul Frankl
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Original circa 1940 early midcentury display cabinet featuring 3 glass self/glass door cabinet which rests on a single drawer cabinet. This cabinet is Designed by Paul Frankl and fea...
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1940s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Brown Saltman Furniture
Materials
Wood
John Keal for Brown Saltman Wedge End Tables
By Brown Saltman, John Keal
Located in Denton, TX
John Keal for brown Saltman walnut wedge end tables/ magazine rack with brass capped feet. Hard to find in this good of original condition. Please see ...
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Brown Saltman Furniture
Materials
Brass
Paul Laszlo Black Lacquer Knife-Leg Dining Set for Brown Saltman
By Brown Saltman, Paul Laszlo
Located in Van Nuys, CA
This midcentury Knife-Leg dining set by Paul Laszlo for Brown Saltman featuring a sleek black lacquer wood table with a 15" leaf, along with six matching dining chairs. There are two high back end chairs in addition to four low back dining chairs...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Brown Saltman Furniture
Materials
Oak
1960s Brown Saltman John Keal Stylish Black Walnut Table Cabinet
By John Keal, Brown Saltman
Located in Chula Vista, CA
1960s Brown Saltman John Keal design walnut wood side table cabinet
ebonized top.
No label
20 x 20 x 16.5 h
Preowned vintage condition
Consider all images.
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Brown Saltman Furniture
Materials
Wood
1950s John Keal for Brown Saltman Dresser in Blonde Mahogany & Formica Top
By John Keal, Brown Saltman
Located in Germantown, MD
A clean midcentury Brown Saltman blonde mahogany modern double dresser 1950s USA. Blonde mahogany body and very clean formica top.
Exception...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Brown Saltman Furniture
Materials
Abalone, Formica, Hardwood, Mahogany
1960s John Keal Brown Saltman Hexagonal Side Table
By Brown Saltman, John Keal
Located in Chula Vista, CA
1960s John Keal for Brown Saltman Hexagonal Side Table
Walnut Wood and Enamel Copper Glass Tabletop
Insert appears as pebble composite under glass
16 h x 18 d
Maker Label
Preowned U...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Brown Saltman Furniture
Materials
Copper, Enamel
John Keal for Brown Saltman Mid Century Bleached Mahogany Nightstands - Pair
By John Keal, Brown Saltman
Located in Countryside, IL
John Keal for Brown Saltman Mid Century Bleached Mahogany Nightstands - Pair
This nightstand measures: 22 wide x 16 deep x 21.25 inches high
All pieces of furniture can be had in w...
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Brown Saltman Furniture
Materials
Mahogany
Brown Saltman Occasional Tables with Gold/Copper Resin Tops 1960s (Signed)
By John Keal, Brown Saltman
Located in New York, NY
Large set of occasional tables in dark walnut, top design with pebbles set in gold/copper resin under glass. by John Keal for Brown Saltman, American 1960's (signed “Brown Saltman” o...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Brown Saltman Furniture
Materials
Stone, Gold, Copper
MCM John Keal for Brown Saltman Mahogany Occasional Tables with Travertine Tops
By Brown Saltman, John Keal
Located in St. Louis, MO
Mid-Century Modern John Keal for Brown Saltman mahogany occasional or end tables with travertine tops on colosseum form base. Original condition, no labels.
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Brown Saltman Furniture
Materials
Travertine
Rare Bouclé and Leather Arm Chairs by Paul Laszlo
By Brown Saltman, Paul Laszlo
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Wonderful vintage boucle and leather armchairs by architect and furniture designer Paul Laszlo for Brown Saltman in the United States, circa 1950s. These rare chairs have a modern design and represent the perfect combination between comfort and elegance. They have comfortable cushions recently upholstered in soft boucle and surrounded by leather piping that beautifully adorns each cushion. Each chair features a solid walnut-stained mahogany frame that is constructed in a sculptural fashion...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Brown Saltman Furniture
Materials
Leather, Bouclé, Mahogany, Walnut
John Keal for Brown Saltman Mid Century Beached Mahogany Dining Chairs - Pair
By John Keal, Brown Saltman
Located in Countryside, IL
John Keal for Brown Saltman Mid Century Beached Mahogany Dining Chairs - Pair
Each chair measures: 22.5 wide x 21.5 deep x 30 inches high, with a seat height/chair clearance of 17 i...
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Brown Saltman Furniture
Materials
Upholstery, Mahogany
Paul Frankl Dining Chairs for Brown Saltman 3 Available Sold in Singles
By Brown Saltman, Paul Frankl
Located in San Diego, CA
Step into the realm of timeless sophistication with our collection of iconic Crisscross "X" Dining Chairs, designed by the legendary Paul Frankl for the esteemed Brown Saltman group ...
Category
20th Century American Art Deco Brown Saltman Furniture
Materials
Upholstery, Oak
Mid Century Dining Chairs Attributed to John Keal for Brown Saltman, Set of 4
By John Keal, Brown Saltman
Located in Wheat Ridge, CO
John Keal for Brown Saltman Mid Century Cerused Mahogany Dining Chairs - Set of 4
A stunning set of four mid-mod Danish style dining chairs attributed to John Keal for Brown Saltman...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Brown Saltman Furniture
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Paul Frankl for Brown Saltman Black Lacquered Coffee Table, Newly Refinished
By Brown Saltman, Paul Frankl
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous Mid-Century Modern Hollywood Regency black lacquered oak coffee table
By Paul Frankl for Brown Saltman
USA, 1940s
Measures: 47.75"W x 21"D x 16.5"H.
Newly refi...
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1940s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Brown Saltman Furniture
Materials
Oak, Lacquer
John Keal for Brown Saltman Constellation End Tables
By Brown Saltman, John Keal
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Set of walnut with enamel copper tile tables titled ‘Constellation’ produced by high-end Californian furniture manufacturer, Brown Saltman. These two solid walnut wood tables each fe...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Brown Saltman Furniture
Materials
Ceramic, Walnut
John Keal Brown Saltman Burl Wood Hexagon Mid Century Modern Side Table Set of 3
By Brown Saltman
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Set of 3 John Keal Brown Saltman Burl Wood Hexagon Mid Century Modern Side Tables. Item features nicely joined and angled corners, lower shelf, raised on a black platform, beautiful...
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Mid-20th Century Unknown Mid-Century Modern Brown Saltman Furniture
Materials
Walnut
Brown Saltman Hexagonal End Coffee Table with Sunburst Inlay
By John Keal, Brown Saltman
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Oiled walnut hexagonal centre side table by John Keal for Brown Saltman.
High quality walnut wood in combination with high quality Mid-Century Modern craftsmanship accent table. Nat...
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Brown Saltman Furniture
Materials
Walnut
Pair of Understated Walnut End Tables by Brown Saltman
By Brown Saltman
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pair of chic understated polished walnut end /side tables by Brown Saltman.
Category
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Brown Saltman Furniture
Materials
Walnut
Mid Century Brown - Saltman Burl Wood Hexagon Side Table by John Kea 1950s 1960s
By John Keal, Brown Saltman
Located in Monrovia, CA
Mid Century Modern Brown-Saltman Of California Walnut And Burl Wood Or Burlwood Hexagon Side Table by John Keal.
This Vintage John Keal Walnut And Burl Wood Angled Corner Side Table ...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Brown Saltman Furniture
Materials
Wood, Walnut, Burl
Wood and Brass Nightstand by John Keal for Brown-Saltman
By Brown Saltman, John Keal
Located in Pasadena, CA
Precious night stand by John Keal for Brown-Saltman. Drawers are made of particleboard looking very much like cork, accented with a sculptural brass pull. Retains original labels.
Category
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Brown Saltman Furniture
Materials
Brass
John Keal for Brown Saltman Mid Century Bleached Mahogany Credenza
By John Keal, Brown Saltman
Located in Countryside, IL
John Keal for Brown Saltman Mid Century Bleached Mahogany Credenza
This credenza measures: 66 wide x 20 deep x 33 inches high
All pieces of furniture can be had in what we call res...
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Brown Saltman Furniture
Materials
Chrome
Mahogany Dresser by Brown Saltman, C. 1950s
By Brown Saltman
Located in Westport, CT
Dresser or sideboard executed in mahogany manufactured by Brown Saltman, circa 1950-1959. Compltely restored, featuring three large center drawers and nickel dome pulls, the side doo...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Brown Saltman Furniture
Materials
Nickel
Paul Laszlo for Brown Saltman Lounge and Chair and Ottoman
By Brown Saltman, Paul Laszlo
Located in Chicago, IL
Paul Laszlo for Brown Saltman Lounge and Chair and Ottoman.
The Max comfort Chair has a channeled back with large padded armrests, The Ottoman is customized to match the chair.
We re...
Category
1950s American Vintage Brown Saltman Furniture
Materials
Upholstery, Oak
Paul Frankl Wood & Glass Side Tables, Pair of 2
By Paul Frankl, Brown Saltman
Located in Alhambra, CA
Pair of "Stepped" side tables by Paul Frankl for Brown Saltman. Classic Frankl Machine Age design built from solid oak. Newly refinished in walnut with gloss laquer. Brand new bronz...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Art Deco Brown Saltman Furniture
Materials
Cut Glass, Oak
John Keal for Brown Saltman Set of 3 Cube Side Tables
By John Keal, Brown Saltman
Located in Fraser, MI
Please feel free to reach out for efficient shipping quote to your location.
Set of 3 cube side tables.
Designed by John Keal for Brown-Saltman.
Solid walnut frames. Factory cast st...
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1960s Vintage Brown Saltman Furniture
Materials
Cast Stone
John Keal Mid-Century Modern Walnut Desk
By Brown Saltman, John Keal
Located in Culver City, CA
This desk belongs in a museum, with perfect proportions, incredible craftsmanship, beautiful walnut woodwork and a spectacular overall design. A gem rarely seen and loved from all tr...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Brown Saltman Furniture
Materials
Brass
VKG Van Keppel Green for Brown Saltman Wooden 5 Drawer Bracket Base Chest
By Brown Saltman
Located in Queens, NY
American Mid-Century wooden chest of drawers with 5 drawers in ascending depth, resting on a Chinese-style bracket base. (VKG VAN KEPPEL GREEN FOR BROWN SALTMAN)
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Brown Saltman Furniture
Materials
Wood
3 John Keal Hexagonal Reverse Painted Glass and Oak Occasional / End Tables
By Brown Saltman, John Keal
Located in Queens, NY
2 American Mid-Century walnut occasional / end tables with hexagonal bases and tops with an open center structure and reverse painted glass table tops...
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Brown Saltman Furniture
Materials
Glass
Pair of Mid-Century Modern Tray Side Table Designed by John Keal
By Brown Saltman, John Keal
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pair of Mid-Century Modern Tray side table with hairpin style and a pullout, manufactured by Brown Saltman, and designed By John Keal.
Category
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Brown Saltman Furniture
Materials
Wood, Hardwood
Paul Frankl for Brown Saltman Dining Chair, Set of Four
By Paul Frankl, Brown Saltman
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Set of lattice-back dining chairs by Paul Frankl for Brown Saltman group. The chairs upholstered in high quality blue cotton fabric. The set include...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Brown Saltman Furniture
Materials
Wood
John Keal Nesting Tables for Brown Saltman
By John Keal, Brown Saltman
Located in Chicago, IL
John Keal nesting tables for Brown Saltman. Manner of Robsjohn Gibbings for Widdicomb
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Brown Saltman Furniture
Materials
Wood
Triangular Low Profile Chairs / Bench in Walnut by Brown Saltman, USA, C. 1950s
By Brown Saltman, John Keal, John Kapel
Located in Deland, FL
This is an ultra-rare set of 3-legged lounge chairs designed by the legendary John Keal for Brown Saltman. The chairs / modular benches feature original hardware that can be hinged t...
Category
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Brown Saltman Furniture
Materials
Fabric, Wood, Walnut
Pair of Mid-Century Modern Paul Frankl Labeled Brown Saltman Side / End Tables
By Brown Saltman
Located in Manhasset, NY
Pair of Mid-Century Modern Paul Frankl Labeled Brown Saltman Side / End Tables
Set of rectangular mid-century end tables in a chic ash driftwood grey matte finish. Each having step...
Category
1950s American Vintage Brown Saltman Furniture
Materials
Driftwood
Brown Saltman furniture for sale on 1stDibs.
Brown Saltman furniture are available for sale on 1stDibs. These distinctive items are frequently made of wood and are designed with extraordinary care. Many of the original furniture by Brown Saltman were created in the Art Deco style in united states during the 18th century and earlier. If you’re looking for additional options, many customers also consider furniture by Calvin, John Keal, and Richard Schultz. Prices for Brown Saltman furniture can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these items begin at $950 and can go as high as $950, while a piece like these, on average, fetch $950.
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