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.
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...
Upholstery, Oak
Paul Laszlo, Lounge Chair, Oak, Velvet, USA, 1950s
By Brown Saltman, Paul Laszlo
Located in High Point, NC
An oak and green velvet lounge chair designed by Paul Laszlo and produced by Brown Saltman, USA, c. 1950s. Dimensions: 30” H x 30” W x 34.5” D Seat Height (inches): 15" Arm Height...
Velvet, Oak
Mid-Century Modern Boucle and Leather Armchairs by Paul Laszlo
By Paul Laszlo, Brown Saltman
Located in North Hollywood, CA
A rare opportunity to acquire a pair of 1950s armchairs by the architect Paul Laszlo for Brown Saltman, a testament to mid-century American design at its finest. These exceptional c...
Leather, Bouclé, Mahogany, Walnut
Paul Laszlo Scroll Lounge Chair
By Paul Laszlo
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Slipper chair by Paul Laszlo c.1940s, USA. The chair, piping and buttons are all finished in cotton-linen blend fabrics from Rogers and Goffigon. The textured oatmeal fabric alongsid...
Cotton, Linen, Upholstery, Walnut
$14,800 / set
H 28.75 in W 28 in D 26.25 in
Paul Laszlo Attribution, Lounge Chairs, Mahogany, Velvet, USA, 1950s
By Paul Laszlo
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of bleached mahogany and green velvet lounge chairs attributed to Paul Laszlo for Brown Saltman, USA, c. 1950s. Overall Dimensions (inches): 28.75"H x 28.0"W x 26.25"D Seat ...
Velvet, Mahogany
Paul Laszlo Mid Century Scroll Lounge Chairs - Pair
By Paul Laszlo
Located in Franklin Park, IL
Paul Laszlo Mid Century Scroll Lounge Chairs - Pair Each chair measures: 31 wide x 32 deep x 29 high, with a seat height of 16 inches Fair Vintage Condition - Chairs will Need to b...
Upholstery, Wood
Milo Baughman, Scoop Lounge Chair, Iron, Brown Fabric, USA, 1950s
By Milo Baughman
Located in Stamford, CT
Milo Baughman, American Mid-Century Modern, Iron, Brown Fabric, "Scoop" Lounge Chair, USA, 1950s A lacquered iron and beige fabric "Scoop" lounge chair designed by Milo Baughman for...
Iron
Mid Century Leather Armchair
Located in Westwood, NJ
Mid-Century Modern style leather upholstered armchair with a floating headrest, with vintage style aniline top grade brown leather with a tub back form, cushion seat and raised on sp...
Leather
$4,100 / set
H 26 in W 25 in D 34 in
Lounge Chairs & Ottoman by Hendrik Van Keppel and Taylor Greene for Brown Jordan
By Brown Jordan
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Spectacular classic mid-century modern outdoor lounge chairs with a single matching ottoman designed by Hendrik Van Keppel and Taylor Greene and manufactured by Brown-Jordan in the 1...
Aluminum
$3,600Sale Price / set|20% Off
H 34 in W 34 in D 36 in
Folke Ohlsson For Dux ‘Profil’ Lounge Chair and Ottoman
By Folke Ohlsson, Dux of Sweden
Located in Chicago, IL
Folke Ohlsson for Dux of Sweden ‘Profil’ lounge chair and ottoman. This is an iconic Swedish design by Ohlsson for two particular reasons; the firs...
Upholstery, Teak
Pair of Paul Laszlo Ottomans
By Paul Laszlo
Located in St.Petersburg, FL
A pair of Paul Laszlo ottomans. Green laquered notched legs with brass cross stretchers.
$4,000 / set
H 31 in W 24 in D 21 in
Mid-Century Modern Wrought Iron Patio Armchairs by Paul Laszlo, 1950s
By Paul Laszlo, Pacific Iron
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A pair of rare patio dining armchairs by Paul Laszlo for Pacific Iron Products, circa 1950s. The chairs feature a black iron frame with newly upholstered se...
Wrought Iron
Mid-Century Modern Walnut Lounge Chairs, USA, 1950s
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Elevate your living space with this exquisite pair of mid-century modern lounge chairs, handcrafted in the USA. Built upon sturdy oak frames with a refined walnut stain, these chairs...
Fabric, Walnut
1950s Bamboo Lounge Chairs
Located in Miami, FL
1950s Bamboo Lounge Chairs with original green finish. Chairs have casters in the front. Chairs need to be recovered, we can help.
Fabric, Bamboo, Wicker, Wood
$1,600Sale Price|44% Off
H 42 in W 26 in D 36 in
1950's Rattan & Woven Cane Chaise Lounge Chair Paul Laszlo Style
By Paul Laszlo
Located in Las Vegas, NV
In the style of Paul Laszlo design this lovely vintage rattan and woven cane lounge chair with ottoman. 3 banded arms with woven cane seating ...
Wicker, Cane, Rattan
Lounge Chair and Ottoman by Ingmar Relling for Westnofa
By Ingmar Relling
Located in Handewitt, DE
Set of lounge chair and ottoman by Ingmar Relling for Westnofa, 1970s. Model Siesta. Frame in beech tree, cushion in original black leather. H. 80 cm / W. 62 cm / D. 80 cm, seat heig...
Leather, Beech
Mid-Century Modern Kilin Armchairs by Sergio Rodrigues, 1973
By Sergio Rodrigues
Located in New York, NY
Designed by Sergio Rodrigues (1927-2014) in 1973 and produced by Oca, the Kilin armchair is composed of two sides and two crosspieces, with the back and seat made from a unique piece...
Leather, Wood
Eames LCM Lounge Chair, Herman Miller, USA, 1950s
By Herman Miller, Charles and Ray Eames
Located in Lewes, East Sussex
An Eames LCM lounge chair, Herman Miller, USA, 1950s. Ash plywood, chrome-plated steel and original rubber feet caps. With manufacturers label. ...
Steel
Pair of Paul Laszlo Lounge Chairs, America circa 1950
By Brown Saltman
Located in Culver City, CA
America, 1950 Manufactured by Brown Saltman, USA. Newly upholstered in striped velvet by JAB. 29.5"w x 29"d x 27.5"h x 16"seat Ref. MOD1168 $ 11,200 pair
Velvet, Wood
John Keal for Brown Saltman Lounge Chair (One)
By John Keal, Brown Saltman
Located in Gladstone, NJ
John Keal for Brown Saltman Lounge Chair (One)
Upholstery, Wood
John Keal for Brown Saltman Lounge Chair (One)
By John Keal, Brown Saltman
Located in Gladstone, NJ
John Keal for Brown Saltman Lounge Chair (One)
Upholstery, Wood
Sold
H 29.5 in W 26.5 in D 24 in
John Keal for Brown Saltman Low Profile 3 Legged Triangular Walnut Lounge Chair
By John Keal, Brown Saltman
Located in New York, NY
Fantastic Mid-Century Vintage John Keal for Brown Saltman Low Profile Walnut 3 Legged Triangular Lounge Chair. Excellent vintage condition with age appropriate wear. Chair has been...
Upholstery, Walnut
Pair of Johnn Keal for Brown Saltman Lounge Chairs
By John Keal, Brown Saltman
Located in Gladstone, NJ
Pair of Johnn Keal for Brown Saltman Lounge Chairs
Upholstery, Wood
Douglas Heaslett Brown Saltman Safari Sling Chair 1960s
By Brown Saltman, Douglas Heaslett
Located in Forest Grove, PA
A vintage Mid-Century Modern brown Saltman safari chair designed by Douglas Heaslett. Solid oak frame with black vinyl seat and brown leather arms.
Leather, Faux Leather, Oak
Paul Laslo Double Arm Chair for Brown Saltman
By Brown Saltman, Paul Laszlo
Located in Hanover, MA
California modern chair designed by Paul Laszlo for Brown Saltman. Oak frame with distinctive double armrests. Tightened and refinished. Awa...
Upholstery, Oak
Sold
H 27 in W 24 in D 25 in
1960s Sculptural Safari Sling Chairs by Douglas Heaslett for Brown Saltman Calif
By Douglas Heaslett, Brown Saltman
Located in Chula Vista, CA
Safari chairs in black Brown saltman sculptural safari sling chairs 1960s, designed by Douglas Heaslett. Faux black leather looks like leather on ...
Faux Leather, Oak
Sold
H 28.25 in W 22.75 in D 23 in
Pair of John Keal for Brown Saltman Sculptural Lounge Chairs, circa 1954
By John Keal, Brown Saltman
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This stylish pair of sculptural lounge armchairs by John Keal for Brown Saltman, circa 1954, was previously restored and has only had light showroom use since its restoration making ...
Canvas, Oak
Sold
H 29.75 in W 28.25 in D 36 in
Paul László, Lounge Chair, Oak, Green Velvet, Brown Saltman United States, 1950s
By Paul Laszlo, Brown Saltman
Located in High Point, NC
An oak and green velvet lounge chair designed by Paul László and produced by Brown Saltman, USA, 1950s.
Oak, Velvet
Pair of " Safari " Lounge Chairs by Douglas Heaslett
By Brown Saltman, Douglas Heaslett
Located in San Diego, CA
Nice pair of " Safari " lounge chairs by Douglas Heaslett for Brown Saltman. In solid oak frame and hunter green Naugahyde nice original condition.
Naugahyde, Oak
Sold
H 26.25 in W 23 in D 22 in
Paul László, Lounge Chair, Oak, White Bouclé, Brown Saltman United States, 1950s
By Brown Saltman, Paul Laszlo
Located in High Point, NC
A lounge chair / slipper chair. Designed by Paul László for Brown Saltman, 1950s, America. Paul László is considered among the most important California-based interior designer/ar...
Oak, Bouclé
Paul Laszlo "Scissor" Lounge Chairs for Brown Saltman
By Brown Saltman, Paul Laszlo
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A pair of modern “Scissor” lounge chairs designed by Paul Laszlo for Brown Saltman in the United States, circa 1950s. This sleek design features a sturdy scissor-like walnut-stained ...
Fabric, Mahogany, Walnut
Paul Laszlo Lounge Chairs
By Brown Saltman, Paul Laszlo
Located in Chicago, IL
Laszlo for brown and Saltman lounges, button tufted channeled design, reupholstered in textured Great Plains cotton-poly. Hand restored cerused finish.
Wood
Set of Eight John Keal for Brown Saltman Dining Chairs
By Brown Saltman, John Keal
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Unrestored set of eight Mid-Century Modern dining or lounge chairs designed by John Keal for Brown Saltman, circa 1950. As found condition complete and intact with good joinery but i...
Fabric, Mahogany