Brown Saltman Mirrors

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.

Creator: Brown Saltman

Expertly Restored - John Keal Wall-Hanging Sculpted Mirror for Brown Saltman

$1,250

Expertly Restored - John Keal Wall-Hanging Sculpted Mirror for Brown Saltman

By Brown Saltman, John Keal

Located in Los Angeles, CA

John Keal wall-hanging sculpted mirror for Brown Saltman. Materials: Walnut-Stained Mahogany Wood, New Mirror ________________________________________ Transforming a piece of Mid-...

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Brown Saltman Mirrors

Materials

Mirror, Mahogany, Wood

Pair of Brown-Saltman Mid-Century Modern Walnut Wall Mirrors, 1950s

$3,250 / set

Pair of Brown-Saltman Mid-Century Modern Walnut Wall Mirrors, 1950s

By Brown Saltman

Located in Rancho Cucamonga, CA

A documented matching pair of mid-century modern wall mirrors by Brown-Saltman Co. of Gardena, California. Each mirror is framed in richly grained walnut with a restrained rectilinea...

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Mid-20th Century North American Mid-Century Modern Brown Saltman Mirrors

Materials

Walnut, Mirror

Italian Round Wooden Hanging Wall Mirror, 1960s, Italy

$837

H 26.38 in Dm 16.54 in

Italian Round Wooden Hanging Wall Mirror, 1960s, Italy

Located in Hagenbach, DE

A round Italian hanging wall mirror. 3 wooden frame parts. Leather frame and hanging rope. Beautiful with its amazing design.

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1960s European Mid-Century Modern Vintage Brown Saltman Mirrors

Materials

Leather, Wood

Italian Teak Wall Mirror, Mid-Century Modern Design, 1950s, Italy

$951

H 39.38 in W 22.84 in D 1.58 in

Italian Teak Wall Mirror, Mid-Century Modern Design, 1950s, Italy

Located in Pijnacker, Zuid-Holland

Italian Teak mirror, 1950s. The wood frame is made out off one piece of solid Teak. Designer: Unknown Manufacturer: Unknown Country: Italy...

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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Brown Saltman Mirrors

Materials

Teak

Mid-Century Modern Sculpted Walnut Framed Wall Mirror

$375

H 38.75 in W 46.63 in D 1.88 in

Mid-Century Modern Sculpted Walnut Framed Wall Mirror

Located in South Bend, IN

A stylish Mid-Century Modern sculpted walnut framed wall mirror. USA, 1960s Measures: 46.63"W x 1.88"D x 38.75"H. Very good original vintage condition.

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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Brown Saltman Mirrors

Materials

Mirror, Walnut

Mid-Century Modern American of Martinsville Walnut Wall Mirror, a Pair

$2,220 / set

H 42.75 in W 20 in D 1.5 in

Mid-Century Modern American of Martinsville Walnut Wall Mirror, a Pair

By American of Martinsville

Located in Plainview, NY

Mid-Century Modern American of Martinsville Walnut Wall Mirror, a Pair A quality pair of Mid-Century Modern walnut mirrors by the iconic American furniture maker American of Martins...

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Brown Saltman Mirrors

Materials

Walnut

Mid-century Brass Wall Mirror, 1950s

$1,856

H 32.29 in W 24.02 in D 1.19 in

Mid-century Brass Wall Mirror, 1950s

Located in Palermo, IT

Brass wall mirror, 1950s Intact and in good condition. Small signs of aging on the brass, which was intentionally left unpolished to ensure its authenticity. Width 61 cm, height 82 ...

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1950s Italian Vintage Brown Saltman Mirrors

Materials

Brass

Mid-Century Modern Oval Wall Mirror by Fontana Arte, 1950s

$1,984

H 31.5 in W 13.78 in D 1.97 in

Mid-Century Modern Oval Wall Mirror by Fontana Arte, 1950s

By Fontana Arte, Max Ingrand

Located in Palermo, IT

This exceptional mid-century modern oval wall mirror with a stamp is a rare masterpiece produced by the prestigious Italian manufacturer Fontana Arte in the late 1950s. The exquisite...

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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Brown Saltman Mirrors

Materials

Mirror, Stained Glass

Mid-Century Modern Walnut Hanging Wall Mirror

$700

H 45 in W 20 in D 1 in

Mid-Century Modern Walnut Hanging Wall Mirror

Located in Rockaway, NJ

Mid-Century Modern walnut hanging wall mirror.

Category

20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Brown Saltman Mirrors

Materials

Mirror, Walnut

Teak Mid-Century Modern Free-Form Wall Mirror Denmark, 1950s

$1,025Sale Price|20% Off

H 25.2 in W 14.97 in D 0.6 in

Teak Mid-Century Modern Free-Form Wall Mirror Denmark, 1950s

Located in Amsterdam, NL

Magnificent and rare Mid-Century Modern wall mirror. Striking Danish design from the 1950s. Organic solid teak frame with original mirror glass. Marked made in Denmark on the outs...

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1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Brown Saltman Mirrors

Materials

Glass, Teak

Vintage Large Carved Mahogany Hanging Wall Mirror

$460

H 37.5 in W 49.5 in D 1.5 in

Vintage Large Carved Mahogany Hanging Wall Mirror

Located in Germantown, MD

Vintage solid Mahogany wall mirror. Clean carvings on top frame. Lean mahogany frame. Vintage mirror show some signs of aging. Measures 49.5 W x 1.5 D x 37.5 H.

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Mid-20th Century American American Classical Brown Saltman Mirrors

Materials

Mirror, Mahogany

Pair 1950s Mid Century Modern Gio Ponti Attributed Brass Wall Mirrors, Italy

$4,409 / set

H 25.99 in W 18.51 in D 0.99 in

Pair 1950s Mid Century Modern Gio Ponti Attributed Brass Wall Mirrors, Italy

By Ico Parisi, Gio Ponti

Located in Grand Cayman, KY

Pair of Gio Ponti attributed Mid-Century Modern wall mirrors in patinated brass and old patinated glass. Made in Italy in 1950s. The shape of the mirror is a very elegant ovaloid wi...

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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Brown Saltman Mirrors

Materials

Brass

Mid-Century Modern Walnut Wall Mirror

$500

H 50 in W 32 in D 1.5 in

Mid-Century Modern Walnut Wall Mirror

Located in Brooklyn, NY

A beautiful vintage modern mirror with a dark walnut frame. Sleek design with a rectangular shape and bevelled edges. This stylish midcentury piece looks great as a wall mirror or at...

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1970s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Brown Saltman Mirrors

Materials

Mirror, Walnut

VINTAGE RECTANGULAR FAUX BAMBOO WALL HANGING MiRROR

$607

H 31.11 in W 14.18 in D 1.38 in

VINTAGE RECTANGULAR FAUX BAMBOO WALL HANGING MiRROR

Located in Pulborough, GB

Antiques of London Vintage Rectangular Faux Bamboo Wall Hanging Mirror A charming vintage rectangular wall hanging mirror, featuring a decorative faux bamboo frame with a warm g...

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20th Century British Brown Saltman Mirrors

Materials

Faux Bamboo, Hardwood

Previously Available Items

Expertly Restored - Paul Laszlo Sculpted Wall-Hanging Mirror for Brown Saltman

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H 26 in W 52.75 in D 1.25 in

Expertly Restored - Paul Laszlo Sculpted Wall-Hanging Mirror for Brown Saltman

By Paul Laszlo, Brown Saltman

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Materials Walnut-Stained Mahogany, Original Glass ________________________________________ Transforming a piece of Mid-Century Modern furniture is like bringing history back to lif...

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Brown Saltman Mirrors

Materials

Mirror, Wood, Walnut, Mahogany

Expertly Restored - Paul Laszlo Sculpted Wall-Hanging Mirror for Brown Saltman

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H 26 in W 52.75 in D 1.25 in

Expertly Restored - Paul Laszlo Sculpted Wall-Hanging Mirror for Brown Saltman

By Paul Laszlo, Brown Saltman

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Paul Laszlo sculpted wall-hanging mirror for Brown Saltman. ________________________________________ Transforming a piece of Mid-Century Modern furniture is like bringing history b...

Category

1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Brown Saltman Mirrors

Materials

Mirror, Wood, Walnut

Limed Oak Mirror by Paul Frankl for Brown Saltman

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H 36 in W 36 in D 3 in

Limed Oak Mirror by Paul Frankl for Brown Saltman

By Paul Frankl, Brown Saltman

Located in Westport, CT

Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Brown Saltman Mirrors

Materials

Oak

Brown Saltman mirrors for sale on 1stDibs.

Brown Saltman mirrors 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 Brown Saltman mirrors, although brown editions of this piece are particularly popular. Many of the original mirrors by Brown Saltman were created in the mid-century modern style in united states during the 1950s. If you’re looking for additional options, many customers also consider mirrors by Paul McCobb, John Widdicomb, and Ello. Prices for Brown Saltman mirrors can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these items begin at $1,595 and can go as high as $2,200, while a piece like these, on average, fetch $1,898.