John Keal Furniture
At a time when many furniture makers were turning to cheaper materials for mass production, mid-century modern designer John Keal didn't shy away from utilizing quality woods in his work, like mahogany and walnut to create his coffee tables, cabinets and benches.
While little is known about Keal, he was part of a powerhouse group that collaborated with Los Angeles furniture manufacturer Brown-Saltman in the 1940s and ‘50s. Other designers who had partnered with the firm during the mid-20th century included Greta Magnusson Grossman, Paul Frankl, Paul Laszlo, and Gilbert Rohde, a New York City-born designer who would help legendary Michigan furniture manufacturer Herman Miller avert financial disaster during the Great Depression.
Brown-Saltman was established in 1923 and initially specialized in reproductions of furniture in period styles. When cofounder David Saltman met Frankl, the firm had discontinued its Early California collection and was producing modern furniture.
The Austrian-born Frankl was already a big name in decorating in California in the late 1930s — his clients were Hollywood movie stars who were drawn to pieces such as his Art Deco-style Skyscraper series and other biomorphically shaped designs that showed the influence of Chinese and Japanese forms (Brown-Saltman’s offerings were frequently demonstrative of Asian influences). Frankl had become interested in producing inexpensive furniture for middle-class consumers, and his 1940s-era collaboration with Brown-Saltman was a success — print advertisements touted his name as well as the fact that these furnishings, which drew on the clean lines of chrome-framed Bauhaus pieces but instead integrated organic materials, were intended for modern homes.
Keal’s work also fit snugly into what we now call California modernism, which derived from the Bauhaus and International Style movements, and revolutionized the way we build homes today, not only in the Golden State but across the globe. Keal created sleek end tables in walnut and topped with enameled copper and upholstered low-profile dining chairs framed in bleached mahogany for Brown-Saltman as well as other West Coast mid-century brands such as Glenn of California and Modeline.
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Creator: John Keal
Mid Century Modern Brown Saltman Extendable Coffee Table by John Keal
By John Keal
Located in Tulsa, OK
Mid Century Modern Brown Saltman Extendable Coffee Table by John Keal
Above average vintage condition and structurally sound. Very little scratching or finish wear. Outdoor listing...
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern John Keal Furniture
Materials
Walnut
1950s John Keal Petite Buffet for Brown Saltman Philippine Mahogany Credenza
By John Keal
Located in Monrovia, CA
1950s John Keal petite buffet for brown Saltman Philippine mahogany credenza
john Keal Philippine mahogany wooden petite buffet.
This rarely seen...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern John Keal Furniture
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Mahogany
Pair of End Tables by John Keal for Brown Saltman of California
By John Keal, Brown Saltman
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pair of early Brown Saltman of California teak end tables with brass details designed by John Keal, circa 1950s.
These tables can be used as side tabl...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage John Keal Furniture
Materials
Brass
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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Transforming a piece of Mid-Century Modern furniture is like bringing history back to life, and we take this journey with passion and precis...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage John Keal Furniture
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Aluminum, Brass
Newly Refinished - Mid-Century Modern Side Table by John Keal for Brown Saltman
By Brown Saltman, John Keal
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Condition: Newly Refinished
With over 15 years of experience, our workshop has followed a careful process of restoration, showcasing our passion and creativity for vintage designs ...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage John Keal Furniture
Materials
Walnut
1950s John Keal for Brown Saltman Nightstands Mahogany & Brass
By Brown Saltman, John Keal
Located in Chula Vista, CA
Nightstands
Brown Saltman blonde mahogany modern nightstands 1950s USA
Exceptionally clean modern lines designed by John Keal
Maker label present.
Shows sculptural thick oval legs an...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage John Keal Furniture
Materials
Brass
John Keal, Dresser, Wood, Brass, USA, 1950s
By John Keal, Brown Saltman
Located in High Point, NC
A wood and brass dresser designed by John Keal and produced by Brown Saltman, USA, 1950s.
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage John Keal Furniture
Materials
Brass
1950s John Keal for Brown Saltman Nightstands in Blonde Mahogany & Formica Top
By Brown Saltman, John Keal
Located in Germantown, MD
A pair of clean midcentury Brown Saltman blonde mahogany modern nightstands 1950s USA. Blonde mahogany body and very clean formica top.
Exce...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern John Keal Furniture
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Abalone, Mahogany, Hardwood, Formica
Sofa Designed by John Keal for Brown Saltman
By Brown Saltman, John Keal
Located in Palm Desert, CA
This is a wonderful example of a mid century modern sofa. Designed by John Keal for Brown Saltman, the sofa is upholstered in a heathered beige linen blend fabric and sits on two esp...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage John Keal Furniture
Materials
Fabric, Wood
End Table by John Keal for Brown Saltman of California
By John Keal
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Nice end table/nightstand by John Keal for Brown Saltman of California. The piece features two large drawers with spade shaped pulls and dovetailed construction. The Brown Saltman lo...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern John Keal Furniture
Materials
Walnut
Walnut with Copper Tile Top Tables by John Keal for Brown Saltman
By John Keal
Located in Denton, TX
Set of three solid walnut with copper tile top tables by John Keal for Brown Saltman.
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20th Century North American Mid-Century Modern John Keal Furniture
Materials
Copper
1960s John Keal Brown Saltman Hexagonal Side Table
By Brown Saltman, John Keal
Located in Chula Vista, CA
1960s John Keal for Brown Saltman Hexagonal Side Table
Walnut Wood and Enamel Copper Glass Tabletop
Insert appears as pebble composite under glass
16 h x 18 d
Maker Label
Preowned U...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage John Keal Furniture
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Copper, Enamel
1950s John Keal for Brown Saltman Dresser in Blonde Mahogany & Formica Top
By Brown Saltman, John Keal
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 John Keal Furniture
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Abalone, Formica, Hardwood, Mahogany
Brown Saltman Occasional Tables with Gold/Copper Resin Tops 1960s (Signed)
By John Keal, Brown Saltman
Located in New York, NY
Large set of occasional tables in dark walnut, top design with pebbles set in gold/copper resin under glass. by John Keal for Brown Saltman, American 1960's (signed “Brown Saltman” o...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage John Keal Furniture
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Stone, Gold, Copper
Expanding Coffee Table in Walnut & Formica by John Keal for Brown Saltman, 1960s
By John Keal
Located in Deland, FL
An exquisite design by John Keal for Brown Saltman. The expanding table design allows for additional surface use and storage. This design element is great for when you have drinks or...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage John Keal Furniture
Materials
Walnut
John Keal for Brown Saltman Mid Century Bleached Mahogany Nightstands - Pair
By John Keal, Brown Saltman
Located in Countryside, IL
John Keal for Brown Saltman Mid Century Bleached Mahogany Nightstands - Pair
This nightstand measures: 22 wide x 16 deep x 21.25 inches high
All pieces of furniture can be had in w...
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage John Keal Furniture
Materials
Mahogany
John Keal Brown Saltman Occasional Table
By John Keal
Located in St.Petersburg, FL
An unusual John Keal for Brown Saltman side table, with a beautiful travertine top and walnut asian inspired, base. Measuring 18x18"15.5"h.
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage John Keal Furniture
Materials
Travertine
John Keal for Brown Saltman Constellation End Tables
By John Keal, Brown Saltman
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...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage John Keal Furniture
Materials
Ceramic, Walnut
MCM John Keal for Brown Saltman Mahogany Occasional Tables with Travertine Tops
By Brown Saltman, John Keal
Located in St. Louis, MO
Mid-Century Modern John Keal for Brown Saltman mahogany occasional or end tables with travertine tops on colosseum form base. Original condition, no labels.
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage John Keal Furniture
Materials
Travertine
Set of Two ( 2 ) Triangular Low Profile Chairs in Walnut by John Keal for Brown
By John Keal
Located in Deland, FL
This is an ultra-rare set of 3-legged lounge chairs designed by John Keal for Brown Saltman. The chairs feature their original hardware and can be hinged together for tandem seating in a myriad of combinations and shapes if desired. The solid walnut frames are exquisitely shaped and the stunning wood grain is offset perfectly by the newly re-upholstered seats (redone in a fabulous burnt orange with hints of violet knit fabric). If desired we have additional pieces from this series sold seperately; at the time of publishing this larger set is the largest intact original set available for sale in the North America. Whether you want the two exceptional low profile side side chairs...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage John Keal Furniture
Materials
Walnut
John Keal for Brown Saltman Mid Century Beached Mahogany Dining Chairs - Pair
By John Keal, Brown Saltman
Located in Countryside, IL
John Keal for Brown Saltman Mid Century Beached Mahogany Dining Chairs - Pair
Each chair measures: 22.5 wide x 21.5 deep x 30 inches high, with a seat height/chair clearance of 17 i...
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage John Keal Furniture
Materials
Upholstery, Mahogany
John Keal for Brown Saltman Wedge End Tables
By Brown Saltman, John Keal
Located in Denton, TX
John Keal for brown Saltman walnut wedge end tables/ magazine rack with brass capped feet. Hard to find in this good of original condition. Please see ...
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern John Keal Furniture
Materials
Brass
Brown Saltman Hexagonal End Coffee Table with Sunburst Inlay
By Brown Saltman, John Keal
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Oiled walnut hexagonal centre side table by John Keal for Brown Saltman.
High quality walnut wood in combination with high quality Mid-Century Modern craftsmanship accent table. Nat...
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern John Keal Furniture
Materials
Walnut
Mid Century Brown - Saltman Burl Wood Hexagon Side Table by John Kea 1950s 1960s
By Brown Saltman, John Keal
Located in Monrovia, CA
Mid Century Modern Brown-Saltman Of California Walnut And Burl Wood Or Burlwood Hexagon Side Table by John Keal.
This Vintage John Keal Walnut And Burl Wood Angled Corner Side Table ...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern John Keal Furniture
Materials
Wood, Walnut, Burl
Wood and Brass Nightstand by John Keal for Brown-Saltman
By Brown Saltman, John Keal
Located in Pasadena, CA
Precious night stand by John Keal for Brown-Saltman. Drawers are made of particleboard looking very much like cork, accented with a sculptural brass pull. Retains original labels.
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage John Keal Furniture
Materials
Brass
Set of 4 John Keal for Brown Saltman Modern Upholstered Armchairs
By John Keal
Located in Queens, NY
Set of 4 Mid-Century American Modern (1950s) armchairs with stylized low arms with the back and seat upholstered in a beige / taupe circular patterned fabric and standing on 4 tapere...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern John Keal Furniture
Materials
Fabric
John Keal for Brown Saltman Mid Century Bleached Mahogany Credenza
By Brown Saltman, John Keal
Located in Countryside, IL
John Keal for Brown Saltman Mid Century Bleached Mahogany Credenza
This credenza measures: 66 wide x 20 deep x 33 inches high
All pieces of furniture can be had in what we call res...
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage John Keal Furniture
Materials
Chrome
Rare John Keal Buffet or Credenza for Brown Saltman
By John Keal
Located in Van Nuys, CA
This Mid-Century Modern buffet or credenza by John Keal for Brown Saltman features three storage drawers and a cabinet behind a pair of double doors. The unit rests on a sculptured l...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage John Keal Furniture
Materials
Brass
Modular 5-Piece Sectional of 3 Chairs and 2 Tables for Brown Saltman in Walnut
By John Keal
Located in Deland, FL
This is an ultra-rare set of 3-legged lounge chairs and two end tables designed by the legendary John Keal for Brown Saltman. All three chairs and two tables still feature their orig...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage John Keal Furniture
Materials
Walnut
Pair of Mid-Century Modern Tray Side Table Designed by John Keal
By John Keal, Brown Saltman
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pair of Mid-Century Modern Tray side table with hairpin style and a pullout, manufactured by Brown Saltman, and designed By John Keal.
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage John Keal Furniture
Materials
Wood, Hardwood
3 John Keal Hexagonal Reverse Painted Glass and Oak Occasional / End Tables
By Brown Saltman, John Keal
Located in Queens, NY
2 American Mid-Century walnut occasional / end tables with hexagonal bases and tops with an open center structure and reverse painted glass table tops...
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern John Keal Furniture
Materials
Glass
John Keal Nesting Tables for Brown Saltman
By Brown Saltman, John Keal
Located in Chicago, IL
John Keal nesting tables for Brown Saltman. Manner of Robsjohn Gibbings for Widdicomb
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern John Keal Furniture
Materials
Wood
John Keal Wall Unit / Vitrine with Drawers for Brown Saltman
By John Keal
Located in Van Nuys, CA
This versatile Mid-Century Modern vitrine / wall unit designed by John Keal for Brown Saltman features four shelves behind original sliding glass doors atop a sculptural rendered two...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage John Keal Furniture
Materials
Glass, Mahogany
John Keal Mid-Century Modern Walnut Desk
By Brown Saltman, John Keal
Located in Culver City, CA
This desk belongs in a museum, with perfect proportions, incredible craftsmanship, beautiful walnut woodwork and a spectacular overall design. A gem rarely seen and loved from all tr...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern John Keal Furniture
Materials
Brass
Mid-Century Modern John Keal for Brown Saltman End Table
By John Keal
Located in Las Vegas, NV
Mid-Century Modern John Keal for Brown Saltman end table
Mid-Century Modern square end tables designed by John Keal for Brown-S...
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1950s North American Mid-Century Modern Vintage John Keal Furniture
Materials
Walnut
John Keal furniture for sale on 1stDibs.
John Keal furniture 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 John Keal furniture, although brown editions of this piece are particularly popular. Many of the original furniture by John Keal were created in the mid-century modern style in north america during the 20th century. If you’re looking for additional options, many customers also consider furniture by Richard Schultz, Tomlinson, and Paul Mayen. Prices for John Keal furniture can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these items begin at $425 and can go as high as $28,500, while a piece like these, on average, fetch $2,650.