Credited for being at the forefront of the West Coast modernist design movement, Glenn of California introduced a relaxed, breezy and elegant style to postwar America. The company was based in Arcadia, California, a city situated near Los Angeles at the base of the San Gabriel Mountains. It specialized in the production of easily accessible and reasonably affordable furnishings that included credenzas, chairs, cabinets, tables and more.
However, it wasn’t until Glenn of California hired the prolific American furniture designer Milo Baughman that the company made a name for itself in the annals of American mid-century modern design. Baughman prioritized function — he worked with simple forms and often used sleek, flat-bar chromed metal and natural materials such as walnut in his pieces.
Glenn of California marketed Baughman’s designs along with those of unsung Swedish architect and designer Greta Magnusson Grossman in their successful California Modern collection. The first woman to receive an award from the Swedish Society of Industrial Design, Magnusson Grossman drew on her Scandinavian heritage to create iconic homes as well as furnishings for Glenn and other companies that helped define mid-century-era Southern California. The furniture she and Baughman designed became known for its laid-back Los Angeles style and thoughtful integration of walnut, iron and Formica.
In addition to employing the talents of Baughman and Magnusson Grossman, Glenn of California collaborated with several other notable and influential designers. These included Stanley Young, Kipp Stewart, John Kapel and Paul Laszlo. Laszlo, an American-Hungarian architect, interior designer and furniture designer, was well-regarded among Hollywood’s elite and designed pieces for Cary Grant, Barbara Stanwyck and Elizabeth Taylor.
While the company is no longer in business, vintage Glenn of California furniture remains highly sought-after by collectors and enthusiasts.
Discover a range of vintage Glenn of California dressers, dining tables, chairs and other furniture on 1stDibs.
Greta M. Grossman Bench / Coffee Table w/ Drawers for Glenn of CA
By Glenn of California, Greta Magnusson Grossman
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
Greta M. Grossman Marble-Top Side Table for Glenn of California
By Greta Magnusson Grossman, Glenn of California
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Materials Walnut Wood, Crema Marfil Stone Marble ________________________________________ Transforming a piece of Mid-Century Modern furniture is like bringing history back to life, ...
Marble
Milo Baughman, Rare Desk, Walnut, Brass, USA, 1950s
By Milo Baughman, Glenn of California
Located in High Point, NC
A rare walnut and brass desk designed by Milo Baughman and produced by Glenn of California, USA, 1950s.
Brass
1960's Mid-Century Modern John Kapel for Glenn of California Dining Table
By Brown Saltman, Glenn of California, Drexel, John Keal, John Kapel
Located in Burbank, CA
Original vintage Midcentury Modern dining table for sale. It's made of walnut with a black x design on the top, and has black accents on the solid walnut base. It was designed by Joh...
Walnut
Large Vintage Mid Century "Crescent" Coffee Table by Greta Grossman
By Greta Magnusson Grossman, Glenn of California
Located in Oxnard, CA
Here is a rare "Crescent" coffee table by Greta Grossman for Glenn of California. At approximately 63" x 45", the large half moon table top provides ample surface in a pleasing orga...
Walnut
1950s Kipp Stewart three drawer writing desk For Glenn of CA, USA
By Glenn of California, Kipp Stewart
Located in Los Angeles, CA
1950s Writing Desk by Kipp Stewart for Glenn of CA, USA. The Kipp Stewart Glenn of California writing desk, designed by Kipp Stewart in the 1950s and 1960s, is a standout piece of ...
Brass
Mid-Century Modern Walnut Coffee Table by Glenn of California, 1960s
By Glenn of California
Located in Highland, IN
This large and well made walnut coffee table by Glenn of California has a deceptively simple form with nice details like the reveal between the top and legs. 15"h X 48"w X 48"d
Walnut
Milo Baughman Dowel Bench for Glenn of California
By Milo Baughman, Glenn of California
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A multifunctional piece designed in the 1950s by Milo Baughman for Glenn of California. Most commonly seen as a bench, the piece has a walnut frame that tapers towards each end with ...
Birch, Walnut
Robert Baron for Glenn of California Rosewood Parsons Dining Table, Refinished
By Robert Baron, Glenn of California, John Stuart
Located in South Bend, IN
An exceptional Mid-Century Modern Parsons extension dining table By Robert Baron for Glenn of California and retailed by John Stuart USA, Circa 1960s Stunning book-matched B...
Chrome
Vintage Walnut Nightstands by Milo Baughman by Glenn of California
By Milo Baughman, Glenn of California
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Elevate your space with these iconic mid-century walnut nightstands by designer Milo Baughman for Glenn of California. Crafted in the 1960s during the golden age of American modernis...
Aluminum
Pair of John Kapel Nightstands for Glenn of California
By John Kapel, Glenn of California
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pair of walnut nightstands by John Kapel for Glenn of California, c.1960s, USA. The nightstands each feature a single drawer with sculpted handles and black linear detailing. Each ni...
Walnut
Greta Magnusson Grossman for Glenn of California
By Glenn of California, Greta Magnusson Grossman
Located in Franklin Park, IL
Greta Grossman for Glenn of California Mid Century Walnut Spider Leg Drop Leaf Dining Table This table measures: 18 wide x 60 deep x 29 inches high, with a chair clearance of 28.25 ...
Walnut
Hidden File Drawer Glenn California Mid Century Modern Walnut Writing Table Desk
By Milo Baughman, Glenn of California
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Nice low profile writing table with a hidden file drawer.
Aluminum
Vintage Glenn of California Walnut Coffee Table by Milo Baughman
By Glenn of California, Milo Baughman
Located in San Jose, CA
Mid century corner table designed by Milo Baughman for Glenn of California in walnut. This piece includes two glass shelves and a remova...
Glass, Walnut
John Kapel Server by Glenn of California
By John Kapel, Glenn of California
Located in Highland, IN
This beautiful and highly functional design by John Kapel has a walnut case with a white mica expanding top and terrific details such as the sculpted handle and conical pulls. It has...
Formica, Walnut
Walnut Bar Cart by Jack Cartwright for Founders Milo Baughman
By John Kapel, Glenn of California
Located in Chicago, IL
Mid-Century modern bar cart designed by Jack Cartwright. Founders, maker. From the "Patterns" series, model 42190. Beautifully sculpted doors and concealed handles. An understated f...
Wood
Greta Grossman for Glenn of California Side Table
By Greta Magnusson Grossman, Glenn of California
Located in San Francisco, CA
Greta Magnussen Grossman tiered side table for Glenn of California. A rare form by an iconic designer seldom seen on the market, a tiered table for books, objects or magazines. Made...
Laminate, Walnut
Mid-Century Walnut Roll-Top Desk by John Kapel for Glenn of California
By Glenn of California, John Kapel
Located in North Hollywood, CA
An exceptional and increasingly hard-to-find mid-century modern roll top desk designed by John Kapel for Glenn of California, circa 1960s. Beautifully crafted in rich walnut, this ra...
Metal, Bronze
Pair of Milo Baughman End Tables for Glenn of California
By Milo Baughman, Glenn of California
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This is a great pair of Milo Baughman designed end tables for Glenn of California with a magazine shelf and book cubby. Fully restored.
Early Vintage Milo Baughman Architectural Cantilevered Desk for Glenn of Calif
By Milo Baughman, Glenn of California
Located in Chicago, IL
Early vintage Milo Baughman Architectural cantilevered desk for Glenn of California c. 1950 This desk is being sold "As-is" at this time. Needs to visit a furniture repair...
Wood
Custom Walnut Bedroom Nightstand by Glenn of California
By Glenn of California
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Custom Mid Century Modern nightstand designed and made by Glenn of California in walnut. Includes a two-drawer dresser with a large wood back plate for wall installation. MARCSS
Walnut
Greta M. Grossman Dining Table for Glenn of California
By Greta Magnusson Grossman, Glenn of California
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Rectangular dining table by Greta M. Grossman for Glenn of California, c. 1950s, USA. The table features a solid walnut wood frame with a black laminate top and iron hardware. The ex...
Iron
1950s Mid-Century Shield Tripod Table Paul Laszlo for Glenn of California
By Paul Laszlo, Glenn of California
Located in Hyattsville, MD
American Early Modernist Form. Presented in Original Finish. Showing Staining and Wear, Patina to all surfaces. Table was professionally attended to, now very tight and sturdy.
Mahogany
John Kapel for Glenn of California Mid Century Walnut Dining Table
By Glenn of California, John Kapel
Located in Franklin Park, IL
John Kapel for Glenn of California mid century walnut dining table The table measures: 45.25 wide x 45.25 deep x 26.5 inches high, with a chair clearance of 25.5 All pieces of ...
Walnut
H 18.51 in Dm 46.46 in
Large round Vintage Brutalist Mid-Century Oak Coffee Table
Located in OOSTERHOUT, NL
This large, round coffee table from the 1960s is crafted in a Brutalist style and made from heavy, high-quality oak. The wood shows a beautiful patina and light signs of use, giving ...
Oak
H 30.25 in W 65 in D 29.5 in
1950s Axel Einar Hjorth Style Oak Writing Desk
By Axel Einar Hjorth
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Mid-Century writing desk in solid oak, designed in the style of Swedish architect and designer Axel Einar Hjorth. The wide rectangular top features softly rounded edges/ On the left,...
Oak
H 16 in W 72 in D 18 in
California Modern Slatted Bench / Coffee Table by John Keal
By John Keal, Brown Saltman
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Materials: Walnut Wood, New Tweed Fabric, New High-Density Foam ________________________________________ Transforming a piece of Mid-Century Modern furniture is like bringing histo...
Fabric, Foam, Wood, Walnut
H 27 in W 52 in D 20 in
Frank Lloyd Wright Taliesen Writing Desk and Chair for Henredon, Ca. 1950s
By Frank Lloyd Wright, Henredon
Located in Peabody, MA
A mahogany writing desk and chair designed by Frank Lloyd Wright as part of his collaboration with Heritage Henredon in the 1950s. These are from a series of pieces the firm produced...
Upholstery, Mahogany
H 19.3 in W 29.93 in D 66.93 in
French Farmhouse coffee table ca. 1800
Located in MILL, NL
Beautiful French Peasant Coffee Table. With 2 spacious drawers on long side. In good condition. Fantastic colour and patina. Dimensions: L170 x W76 x H49
Wood
H 15 in W 22 in D 48 in
Mid Century Modern Bench Style Teak Coffee Table with Drawers
By Clausen & Søn
Located in East Freetown, MA
Mid Century Danish Modern teak bench style coffee table. Table has two drawers one on either end. Teak top with black base. Attributed to Cla...
Teak
H 27.25 in Dm 54 in
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
H 12 in W 43.25 in D 43.25 in
Giovanni Offredi Onda Glass Coffee Table for Saporiti ca. 1970's
By Saporiti, Giovanni Offredi
Located in New York, NY
Classic Post Modern Italian design glass top coffee table designed by Giovanni Offredi for Saporiti. This example is in good original condition, the metal base shows some oxidation, ...
Steel
H 29 in W 60 in D 24 in
MidCentury Walnut Desk Kipp Stewart for Drexel Declaration
By Drexel, Kipp Stewart & Stewart MacDougall
Located in Baltimore, MD
A mid-century desk designed by Kipp Stewart and Stewart MacDougall for Drexel’s Declaration Collection, circa 1960’s with incredible form and presence. The desk features a solid, bea...
Porcelain, Walnut
H 30.71 in W 63 in D 29.53 in
Carlo De Carli Sculptural Writing Desk in Walnut, Italy, 1950s
By Carlo di Carli
Located in Brescia, Brescia
A rare and highly sculptural desk by Carlo De Carli, where structure and form resolve into a single, continuous gesture. The top extends into sharp, blade-like points, while the apr...
Walnut
H 29.93 in W 48.04 in D 24.41 in
1950s French oak writing desk
Located in London, Lambeth
Simple designed writing desk with 4 storage draws with centre locking draw.With Concealed handles design, showing excellent execution of function and form. oak frame tapered legs .C...
Oak
H 20 in W 23 in D 32 in
Pair of Milo Baughman End Tables for Glenn of California
By Milo Baughman, Glenn of California
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This is a great pair of Milo Baughman designed end tables for Glenn of California with a magazine shelf and book cubby. Fully restored.
H 28.63 in W 88 in D 40 in
Robert Baron for Glenn of California Extension Dining Table, Newly Refinished
By Robert Baron, Glenn of California, John Stuart
Located in South Bend, IN
An exceptional Mid-Century Modern Parsons extension dining table By Robert Baron for Glenn of California and retailed by John Stuart USA, Circa 1960s Stunning book-matched Brazili...
Chrome
H 21.25 in W 30 in D 21.5 in
Expertly Restored-Greta M. Grossman Side Table w/ Magazine Shelf for Glenn of CA
By Glenn of California, Greta Magnusson Grossman
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
H 21 in W 30 in D 20.5 in
Expertly Restored - Greta M. Grossman Side Table w/ Marble Top for Glenn of CA
By Glenn of California, Greta Magnusson Grossman
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...
Marble
H 30.5 in W 48 in D 19.25 in
Vintage Walnut Desk by Stanley Young for Glenn of California
By Stanley Young, Glenn of California
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Introducing a stunning mid-century modern walnut desk, expertly designed by Stanley Young for Glenn of California in the 1950s. This exquisite piece showcases four functional pull-ou...
Steel
H 29 in W 60 in D 54 in
Spider-Leg Drop-Leaf Dining Table By Greta Magnusson Grossman
By Greta Magnusson Grossman, Glenn of California
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This iconic Mid-Century Modern walnut drop-leaf dining table with spider leg design was created by the Swedish-American designer Greta Magnusson Grossman for Glenn of California c. 1...
Walnut
H 22.75 in W 24 in D 15.5 in
Mid-Century Cube Walnut Nightstands for Dillingham, a Pair
By John Kapel, Glenn of California
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Mid-century walnut cube end table nightstands for Dillingham, c.1960s, USA. In exceptional condition. Very rare piece. These pristine nightstands each feature a pair of dovetailed d...
Walnut
H 21 in W 22 in D 16 in
Pair of Nightstands by John Kapel for Glenn of California
By John Kapel, Glenn of California
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A pair of vintage modern nightstands designed by John Kapel for Glenn of California in the United States, circa 1950s. Rare designer piece. Price is for the pair. Very good vintage...
Walnut
H 24 in W 28 in D 20 in
Pair of John Kapel Nightstands for Glenn of California
By John Kapel, Glenn of California
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pair of walnut nightstands by John Kapel for Glenn of California, c.1960s, USA. The nightstands each feature a single door front with sculpted handles and black linear detailing. The hinged doors open to reveal magazine storage on the door panel. The interior has a wide storage cabinet with pull out white laminate tray tops. The entire cabinet rests on an ebonized plinth...
Laminate, Walnut
H 20 in W 26 in D 18 in
Mid-Century Nightstands by Robert Baron for Glenn of California
By Robert Baron, Glenn of California, Milo Baughman
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pair of Mid-Century Modern night stands by Robert Baron in walnut and aluminum. Produced by Glenn of California. Minimalist design. Good original condition with minor wear as expecte...
Chrome
H 16.5 in W 64.5 in D 18 in
Low Console, Bench or Coffee Table by Greta Grossman for Glenn of California
By Glenn of California, Greta Magnusson Grossman
Located in San Diego, CA
Low console, bench / coffee table by Greta Grossman for Glenn of California in walnut. With a black laminated top and 3 drawers all original finish with some marks on the top as show...
Laminate, Walnut
H 29 in W 60 in D 54 in
Greta Grossman Walnut Drop-Leaf Dining Table for Glenn of California Mid Century
By Glenn of California, Greta Magnusson Grossman
Located in San Diego, CA
Swedish born Grossman, was one of the few females to gain prominence during the mid-20th century architectural scene in Los Angeles. Influenced by her early exposure to European Mode...
Walnut
Mid Century Tripod Stool or Side Table by Kipp Stewart and Stewart MacDougall
By Glenn of California, Kipp Stewart & Stewart MacDougall
Located in San Diego, CA
California design three leg stool or side table by Kipp Stewart and Stewart MacDougall for Glenn of California. Slightly concave tops. Great architectural structure in solid walnut, ...
Walnut