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
Newly Refinished - Mid-Century Modern Side Table by John Keal for Brown Saltman
By Brown Saltman, John Keal
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Condition: Newly Refinished
With over 15 years of experience, our workshop has followed a careful process of restoration, showcasing our passion and creativity for vintage designs ...
Category
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Brown Saltman Furniture
Materials
Walnut
Paul Laszlo for Brown Saltman Lounge and Chair and Ottoman
By Paul Laszlo, Brown Saltman
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
$6,000 Sale Price / set
20% Off
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...
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Brown Saltman Furniture
Materials
Walnut
John Keal for Brown Saltman Wedge End Tables
By John Keal, Brown Saltman
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 ...
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Brown Saltman Furniture
Materials
Brass
$4,000 / set
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...
Category
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Brown Saltman Furniture
Materials
Upholstery, Mahogany
Chic Restored Set of 8 Cerused Mahogany Dining Chairs by John Keal, circa 1955
By Brown Saltman, John Keal
Located in Atlanta, GA
This magnificent set of dining chairs is shipped as professionally photographed and described in the listing narrative: Meticulously professionally restored, newly upholstered and co...
Category
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Brown Saltman Furniture
Materials
Mahogany
Paul Laszlo Cocktail Table
By Paul Laszlo, Brown Saltman
Located in New York, NY
Architectural cocktail table by Paul Laszlo for Brown Saltman. Dark stained mahogany top floating on two rectangular side supports. Recently refinished and signed on underside.
Category
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Brown Saltman Furniture
Materials
Mahogany
Vintage Walnut Credenza by John Keal for Brown Saltman
By Brown Saltman, John Keal
Located in North Hollywood, CA
An exquisite mid-century modern walnut credenza, expertly designed by John Keal for Brown Saltman in the United States during the iconic 1950s. This piece combines form and function ...
Category
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Brown Saltman Furniture
Materials
Walnut
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
Paul Frankl Wood & Glass Side Tables, Pair of 2
By Brown Saltman, Paul Frankl
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
$2,800 / set
John Keal for Brown Saltman Mid Century Bleached Mahogany Nightstands - Pair
By Brown Saltman, John Keal
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...
Category
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Brown Saltman Furniture
Materials
Mahogany
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...
Category
Mid-20th Century Unknown Mid-Century Modern Brown Saltman Furniture
Materials
Walnut
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
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
Mid 20th Century John Keal for Brown Saltman Hexagonal Side Tables, Set of 2
By Brown Saltman
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pair of John Keal for Brown Saltman burl wood hexagon side tables. Also great together as a small coffee tables. Angled corners, lower shelves, black platforms, beautiful wood grain,...
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Brown Saltman Furniture
Materials
Wood
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
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
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...
Category
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Brown Saltman Furniture
Materials
Wood
$1,957 Sale Price / set
25% Off
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...
Category
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Brown Saltman Furniture
Materials
Stone, Gold, Copper
John Keal for Brown Saltman Mid Century Bleached Mahogany Credenza
By Brown Saltman, John Keal
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...
Category
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Brown Saltman Furniture
Materials
Chrome
Rare Bouclé and Leather Arm Chairs by Paul Laszlo
By Paul Laszlo, Brown Saltman
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...
Category
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Brown Saltman Furniture
Materials
Leather, Bouclé, Mahogany, Walnut
$18,000 / set
Triangular Low Profile Chairs / Bench in Walnut by Brown Saltman, USA, C. 1950s
By John Keal, Brown Saltman, 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
$14,000 Sale Price / set
20% Off
Wood and Brass Nightstand by John Keal for Brown-Saltman
By John Keal, Brown Saltman
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
$1,040 Sale Price
35% Off
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
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Brown Saltman Furniture
Materials
Wood
$3,500 / set
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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