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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John Keal Sculpted Walnut Dining Table for Brown Saltman c.1960
By John Keal, Brown Saltman
Located in San Francisco, CA
ABOUT This original John Keal designed dining table for Brown Saltman is a prime example of California Modernism, noted for its sculpted walnut tabletop and functional design suitab...
Walnut
Paul Frankl for Brown Saltman Expandable Dining Table
By Brown Saltman, Paul Frankl
Located in Palm Springs, CA
Paul Frankl for Brown Saltman expandable dining table. The rectangular top having (2) 15" wide leaves, above two supports having ribbed details, with branded mark to underside. Table...
Wood
Ebonized Oak Extension Dining Table By Paul Laszlo For Brown Saltman
By Paul Laszlo, Brown Saltman
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This Mid-Century Modern ebonized oak extension dining table was designed by the Hungarian born architect and interior designer Paul Laszlo, manufactured by Brown Saltman circa 1950. ...
Oak
1950s Mid-Century Modern Paul Laszlo Dining Table w/ leaves - To be Refinished -
By Paul Laszlo, Brown Saltman
Located in St. Louis, MO
Love the lines on this mid-century modern oak dining table by Designer / Architect Paul Laszlo for Brown-Saltman, circa 1950s. This table makes a real statement with its extreme beve...
Oak
Mid-Century Modern Dining Table by Paul Laszlo for Brown Saltman
By Brown Saltman, Paul Laszlo
Located in North Hollywood, CA
This exceptional vintage dining table represents California Modern Design, masterfully crafted by architect and furniture designer Paul Laszlo for Brown Saltman. The piece showcases ...
Oak
$1,179Sale Price / set|30% Off
H 15 in W 18 in D 18 in
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...
Ceramic, Walnut
Mid Century Modern Dining Room Table in Walnut by Arthur Umanoff
By Dillingham Manufacturing Company, Arthur Umanoff
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A clean line dining table by Arthur Umanoff circa 1960's. It features beautiful walnut wood construction. It comes with one 18 inch leaves not...
Walnut
$6,850
H 29.25 in W 72 in D 41.75 in
Paul Frankl Dining Table with Two Leaves, Cork Top, Mahogany Frame, Original
By Johnson Furniture Co., Paul Frankl
Located in Kansas City, MO
Cork top dining table designed by the most important American Art Deco furniture designer, Paul Frankl, for Johnsone Furniture Company. Thi...
Mahogany, Cork
$3,150
H 14 in Dm 40 in
Stepped Art Deco Blond Oak & Glass Coffee Table By Paul Frankl for Brown Saltman
By Brown Saltman, Paul Frankl
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Art Deco coffee table with stepped center and glass top. Crafted from solid blond finished oak with an integrated glass top designed by Paul T Frankl for the Brown & Saltman company....
Oak
Mid Century Modern Walnut Extension Dining Room Table
By Founders Furniture Company
Located in Port Jervis, NY
Simple and elegant black walnut dining table attributed to the Founders Furniture Company. In excellent vintage condition with minimal wear, it was well taken care of. Two large leav...
Walnut
Paul Frankl Black Stepped Coffee Table for Brown Saltman
By Paul Frankl
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Paul Frankl noted for his "skyscraper" designed furniture of the 1930s, took a different direction on this design for the Brown Saltman Company. This elegant round table has an inver...
Glass, Oak
Brown Saltman Mahogany Extendable Dining Table by John Keal
By Brown Saltman
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Large midcentury mahogany extendable dining table by John Keal for Brown Saltman featuring well shaped tapered legs and a petite design. The table features great compact 44" x 64" t...
Wood, Mahogany
$8,388
H 30.32 in W 77.96 in D 37.01 in
Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Table by Vittorio Dassi, 1950s
By Vittorio Dassi
Located in Traversetolo, IT
This masterpiece has been manufactured by Vittorio Dassi in 1950 and is a magnificent example of the Italian design of the period. It composed of precious mahogany wood, fine colored...
Marble
Paul McCobb for Calvin Dining Table
By Paul McCobb
Located in Atlanta, GA
Elegant Mid Century Dining Table, designed by Paul McCobb for Calvin Furniture's Directional Line, American, circa 1960s. The table expands from a 48" round to a 68" width oval with ...
Metal
Pair of Espresso Paul Frankl Occasional Tables
By Brown Saltman, Paul Frankl
Located in New York, NY
Beautiful pair of Paul Frankl for Brown Saltman two-tier occasional tables with splayed and tapered legs and espresso finish.
Wood
Paul Laszlo Cocktail Table
By Brown Saltman, Paul Laszlo
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.
Mahogany
$3,500 / set
H 19 in W 25 in D 16 in
John Keal Nesting Tables for Brown Saltman manner of Robsjohn Gibbings
By Brown Saltman, John Keal
Located in Chicago, IL
John Keal nesting tables for Brown Saltman. Manner of Robsjohn Gibbings for Widdicomb
Wood
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H 29.5 in W 44 in D 44 in
Newly Refinished - Mid-Century Modern Marble Stone & Walnut Dining Table
By Brown Saltman, John Keal
Located in Los Angeles, CA
With over 15 years of experience, our workshop has followed a careful process of restoration, showcasing our passion and creativity for vintage designs that can seamlessly be incorpo...
Stone
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H 27.25 in W 54 in D 54 in
Expertly Restored - John Keal Sculpted Walnut Dining Table for Brown Saltman
By John Keal, Brown Saltman
Located in Los Angeles, CA
________________________________________ Transforming a piece of Mid-Century Modern furniture is like bringing history back to life, and we take this journey with passion and precis...
Wood, Walnut
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H 29.25 in W 96 in D 44.5 in
John Keal for Brown Saltman Mid-Century Modern Mahogany Dining Table, Refinished
By John Keal, Brown Saltman
Located in South Bend, IN
An exceptional Mid-Century Modern boat-shaped extension dining table By John Keal for Brown Saltman USA, 1950s Gorgeous ribbon mahogany, with brass capped feet Measures: ...
Brass
John Keal Mid-Century Modern Dining Table
By Brown Saltman, John Keal
Located in New York, NY
John Keal Mid Century dining table for Brown Saltman. American Mid Century Modern Dining Table Designed by John Keal for Brown Saltman. Cerused Mahogany expanding dining table on tap...
Mahogany
John Keal Expanding Walnut Dining Table for Brown Saltman
By John Keal, Brown Saltman
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Dimensions: 28.50in H x 42in - 80in W x 42in D 2x extension leaves 19in.
Walnut
Van Keppel-Green Convertible Coffee/Dining Table
By Brown Saltman, Paul Laszlo
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This piece was designed by Hendrik Van Keppel and Taylor Green for Brown Saltman. It features a mahogany table top with black legs that can convert from a coffee table to a dining ta...
Wood, Mahogany
John Keal Dining / Game Table for Brown Saltman, circa 1960
By John Keal, Brown Saltman
Located in San Juan Capistrano, CA
John Keal dining / game table for Brown Saltman, circa 1960.
Walnut
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H 28.5 in W 60 in D 38 in
Midcentury Danish Modern Brown Saltman Teak Dining Room Table with 2 Leaves
By Brown Saltman
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Mid-Century Modern Brown Saltman teak dining table with 2 leaves. (2) 22" leaves, shaped top, beautiful wood grain, original label, tapered legs, clean modernist lines, quality craft...
Teak
Hendrik Van Keppel and Taylor Green Camel Table for Brown Saltman
By Brown Saltman
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Unique table designed by Van Keppel Green and manufactured by Brown Saltman in California circa 1950s. This ingenious design features a walnut-stained mahogany frame that is supporte...
Mahogany, Walnut
Paul Laszlo Black Lacquer Knife-Leg Dining Set for Brown Saltman
By Paul Laszlo, Brown Saltman
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...
Oak
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H 15.36 in W 53.94 in D 29.93 in
Hendrik Van Keppel and Taylor Green Camel Table for Brown Saltman
By Brown Saltman
Located in Berlin, DE
A 1950s Hendrik Van Keppel and Taylor Green Camel table for Brown Saltman. Mahogany refinished in midnight brown. The camel tables ...
Mahogany
Brown and Saltman Dining Table
By Brown Saltman, Paul Laszlo
Located in Chicago, IL
Mahogany dining table with rounded corners. Tabletop extends with two 15" adjustable leaves on a fixed base. Archway details at the t...
Mahogany