Brown Saltman Dressers
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
John Keal for Brown Saltman Highboy Dresser
By John Keal, Brown Saltman
Located in Los Angeles, CA
John Keal for Brown Saltman Mid-Century Modern mahogany highboy dresser with four drawers and maker's mark.
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Brown Saltman Dressers
Materials
Mahogany
Paul Laszlo for Brown Saltman Basket woven Chest of Drawers cabinet
By Brown Saltman, Paul Laszlo
Located in Virginia Beach, VA
A six drawer chest by Paul Laszlo for Brown Saltman. Oak veneer with 100’s of individual tiles laid in an an interwoven basket weave pattern. Great texture and warmth. This exceedin...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Brown Saltman Dressers
Materials
Oak
Rare Paul Frankl 1940s X Pull two drawer dresser
By Brown Saltman, Paul Frankl
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Paul Frankl For Brown Saltman c. 1940s. With unique contrasting wood grain.
Design with the iconic x-shaped handles
Please note the original X shaped handles were lost and these a...
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1940s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Brown Saltman Dressers
Materials
Ash, Sapele Wood
Mid Century Modern Walnut Tallboy Dresser By John Keal for Brown Saltman, c1960s
By John Keal, Brown Saltman
Located in Chino Hills, CA
Introducing a distinguished piece of mid-century modern artistry, this vintage tallboy dresser by John Keal for Brown Saltman defines the iconi...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Brown Saltman Dressers
Materials
Walnut
1960s John Caldwell for Brown Saltman Mid Century Dresser Bedroom Set of 3
By John Caldwell, Brown Saltman
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
Mid Century Modern Dresser and Pair of Nightstands by John Caldwell for Brown Saltman.
Dresser measures 66w 19d 30h
Nightstands 20w 16d 22h
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Brown Saltman Dressers
Materials
Wood, Walnut
Paul Laszlo, Dresser, Oak, USA, 1950s
By Paul Laszlo, Brown Saltman
Located in High Point, NC
An oak dresser designed designed by Paul Laszlo and produced by Brown Saltman, USA, 1950s.
Category
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Brown Saltman Dressers
Materials
Oak
Paul Laszlo, Dresser, Oak, USA, 1950s
By Paul Laszlo, Brown Saltman
Located in High Point, NC
An oak dresser designed designed by Paul Laszlo and produced by Brown Saltman, USA, 1950s.
Category
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Brown Saltman Dressers
Materials
Oak
John Keal Walnut Dresser with Metal Accent Pulls for Brown Saltman
By John Keal, Brown Saltman
Located in Los Angeles, CA
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Brown Saltman Dressers
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Aluminum, Brass
Vintage Cerused and Brass Chest of Drawers by Paul Frankl for Brown Saltman
By Brown Saltman, Paul Frankl
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Vintage chest of drawers / tall dresser designed by Paul Frankl for Brown Saltman, circa 1950s. This beautiful chest of drawers features four large pull-out dovetailed drawers, all i...
Category
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Brown Saltman Dressers
Materials
Brass
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 Dressers
Materials
Abalone, Formica, Hardwood, Mahogany
Vintage Oak and Brass Chest of Drawers by Paul Frankl for Brown Saltman
By Brown Saltman, Paul Frankl
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Stunning vintage oak and brass chest of drawers / tall dresser designed by Paul Frankl for Brown Saltman, circa 1950s. This beautiful chest of drawer’s features a Minimalist but highly functional design that highlights the elegance of the oak wood used for its construction. The contrast offered between the different shades of oak and mahogany wood makes the dresser's structure stand out even more and captivates the viewer's eye. Features four large pull-out dovetailed drawers, all integrated with original brass X-pulls. Its spacious drawers make it the ideal home addition for storing bedroom essentials...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Brown Saltman Dressers
Materials
Brass
John Keal for Brown Saltman Mid-Century Cane Lowboy
By Brown Saltman, John Keal
Located in Countryside, IL
John Keal for Brown Saltman midcentury cane lowboy.
This lowboy measures: 54 wide x 18 deep x 32 inches high.
All pieces ...
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Brown Saltman Dressers
Materials
Cane, Wood
1960s Mid-Century Walnut 8-Drawer Dresser by Brown Saltman
By Martin Borenstein, Brown Saltman
Located in Hawthorne, CA
Unique walnut dresser by Martin Borenstein for Brown Saltman, circa 1960. Beautifully refinished walnut grain with original hardwar...
Category
1960s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Brown Saltman Dressers
Materials
Metal
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 Dressers
Materials
Nickel
Paul Laszlo for Brown Saltman Ebonized Dresser or Credenza, Newly Refinished
By Brown Saltman, Paul Laszlo
Located in South Bend, IN
A rare and exceptional Mid-Century Modern ebonized mahogany 21-drawer "Treasure Chest" long dresser or credenza
By Paul Laszlo for Brown Saltman
USA, 1950s
Measures: 74" W x...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Brown Saltman Dressers
Materials
Mahogany
John Keal Walnut Dresser for Brown Saltman Mid Century Danish Modern 1960s USA
By Brown Saltman, John Keal
Located in Chula Vista, CA
For Your Consideration: Clean Classic Danish Modern Walnut Wood Dresser by John Keal for Brown Saltman
Original Unrestored Very Good Vintage Condition. Consider as a storage buffet o...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Brown Saltman Dressers
Materials
Walnut
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John Keal for brown saltman Mid Century Modern gentlemen's chest highboy.
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Brown Saltman dressers for sale on 1stDibs.
Brown Saltman dressers 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 dressers, although brown editions of this piece are particularly popular. Many of the original dressers by Brown Saltman were created in the mid-century modern style in united states during the 20th century. If you’re looking for additional options, many customers also consider dressers by Milo Baughman, R-Way Furniture Company, and Raymond Loewy. Prices for Brown Saltman dressers can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these items begin at $2,600 and can go as high as $13,500, while a piece like these, on average, fetch $3,895.