Paul Frankl Furniture
Austrian, American, 1886-1958
Born in Vienna, Paul Frankl came to the United States in 1914 as part of a wave of Central European design luminaries — among them Kem Weber, Rudolph Schindler, and Richard Neutra — who were drawn by the energy and optimism of the American scene. Prolific and protean, Frankl would go on to design furnishings that are emblematic of nearly every key stylistic chord in American modernism, from the streamlined Art Deco to free-form organic shapes.
Frankl's Skyscraper cabinets, bookcases and more — introduced in 1924 — are his earliest and best-known designs (and the work by which he is most often represented in institutions, such as New York’s Metropolitan Museum of Art). Tall and narrow, the pieces have staggered shelves meant to mimic the setbacks of Manhattan office towers. A later visually expressive line — the Speed chairs and sofas, which have a raked profile suggesting motion — links Frankl to Donald Deskey, Raymond Loewy and other creators of Streamline Moderne design.
Frankl moved to Los Angeles in 1934 and luxuriated in the climate and lifestyle. His designs became lighter and simpler and found an audience among the Hollywood élite. (Katharine Hepburn, Cary Grant and Fred Astaire were clients.) Fascinated by Asian arts, Frankl produced numerous pieces — tabletops with edges that curve upward; sofas, chairs and other seating with rattan frames — inspired by Chinese and Japanese forms and materials. In the 1940s, Frankl became one of the first designers to incorporate free-form, biomorphic shapes in his work, as well as novel upholstery fabrics such as denim and nubby wool.
Frankl biographer Christopher Long argues that the designer’s easy, elegant aesthetic had an enormous influence on movie set design. As the furniture below attests, Paul Frankl’s work is ready for its close-up.
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Item Ships From: California
Creator: Paul Frankl
Paul Frankl Cork Dresser for Johnson Furniture Co.
By Johnson Furniture Co., Paul Frankl
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Paul Frankl’s cork furniture pieces are among his longest-lasting contributions to American modernism and are highly sought after to this day. This example, a cork top waterfall edge...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Paul Frankl Furniture
Materials
Brass
Restored Original Paul Frankl Surfboard Style Stacked Rattan Legs Coffee Table
By Paul Frankl
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Vintage 1940s restored Paul Frankl "surfboard" shaped coffee table. Also known as "amoeba" or "kidney" shaped, featuring stacked rattan legs.
Dimensions:
Height: 16"
Length: 13.5"
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1940s Vintage Paul Frankl Furniture
Materials
Rattan
Rare Paul Frankl 1940s X Pull two drawer dresser
By Paul Frankl, Brown Saltman
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 Paul Frankl Furniture
Materials
Ash, Sapele Wood
Pair of Paul Frankl Cork Nightstands for Johnson Furniture Co.
By Johnson Furniture Co., Paul Frankl
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Paul Frankl’s cork furniture pieces are among his longest-lasting contributions to American modernism and are highly sought after to this day. This example, a pair of cork top waterf...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Paul Frankl Furniture
Materials
Brass
Paul Frankl Cork Dresser for Johnson Furniture Co.
By Johnson Furniture Co., Paul Frankl
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Paul Frankl’s cork furniture pieces are among his longest-lasting contributions to American modernism and are highly sought after to this day. This example, a cork top waterfall edge...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Paul Frankl Furniture
Materials
Brass
Paul Frankl Dining Chairs for Brown Saltman 3 Available Sold in Singles
By Paul Frankl, Brown Saltman
Located in San Diego, CA
Step into the realm of timeless sophistication with our collection of iconic Crisscross "X" Dining Chairs, designed by the legendary Paul Frankl for the esteemed Brown Saltman group ...
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20th Century American Art Deco Paul Frankl Furniture
Materials
Upholstery, Oak
Paul Frankl Art Deco Speed Sectional Sofa, circa 1940
By Paul Frankl
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Original Art Deco speed sectional sofa designed by Paul Frankl. The sofa is broken down into two sections that come together to make a very large love s...
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1940s American Art Deco Vintage Paul Frankl Furniture
Materials
Wood
Restored Single-Strand Two-Position Rattan Chaise Lounge
By Paul Frankl
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Restored single-strand rattan chaise lounge chair which rocks into two fixed positions for extra comfort, includes new cushions.
Custom cushions are included in the price, simply supply the fabric and we have the cushions made for you. If you need help...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Paul Frankl Furniture
Materials
Rattan
Modernique Clock by Paul Frankl Art Deco Skyscraper Telechron Clock 1928 Gold
By Paul Frankl
Located in Oakland, CA
Art Deco Skyscraper Warren Telechron Clock 431Modernique by Paul Frankl, 1928. This very rare two-tone gold model with a bakelite base and rear panel includes a blue chapter ring dia...
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1920s American Art Deco Vintage Paul Frankl Furniture
Materials
Metal
Restored Pre-WWII Rattan "Twin Arch" Side Table with Solid Mahogany Top
By Paul Frankl
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Mid-century era rattan square side table drink Stand featuring a mahogany tabletop with twin arch side panels.
Designed in the manner of Paul F...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Paul Frankl Furniture
Materials
Rattan, Mahogany
PAUL FRANKL for JOHNSON Furniture Co. "Amoeba" Desk and Cabinet c. 1950s
By Paul Frankl
Located in LAGUNA BEACH, CA
Paul Frankl, a renowned American designer of the 20th century, crafted a timeless masterpiece in collaboration with Johnson Furniture Company—a kidney-shaped desk that blends functio...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Paul Frankl Furniture
Materials
Wood, Birch, Mahogany, Maple, Teak
Set of Six Paul Frankl for Johnson "Corset" Dining Chairs
By Johnson Furniture Co., Paul Frankl
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Beautiful set of six Paul Frankl dining chairs for Johnson Furniture. The chairs frames are made of cerused oak and are very sturdy and comfortable.
Measures: 32 inches H x 23 in...
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1940s American Modern Vintage Paul Frankl Furniture
Materials
Upholstery, Oak
Mid Century Two-Drawer Mahogany Commode Console By Paul Frankl, c1940s
By Paul Frankl
Located in Chino Hills, CA
Welcome to a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to own a piece of mid-century modern history. This stunning Mahogany and Nickel 2-Drawer Console Table, expertly designed by the celebrate...
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1940s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Paul Frankl Furniture
Materials
Nickel
Paul Frankl for Brown Saltman Full / Double Bed Frame
By Paul Frankl, Brown Saltman
Located in Fulton, CA
Full / Double bed frame designed by Paul Frankl for Brown Saltman of California. Newly upholstered headboard, but fabric can be easily changed if des...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Paul Frankl Furniture
Materials
Fabric, Fir
Vintage Cerused Executive Desk by Paul Frankl for Brown Saltman
By Paul Frankl
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Beautiful vintage cerused executive desk by Paul Frankl for Brown Saltman in the United States, circa 1950s. This desk has a Minimalist design where the correct choice of materials used for its construction stands out. The desk has been constructed from black cerused oak wood, giving it a unique contrast and making it immediately stand out from the rest. Features five drawers, within which a drawer stands out since this is a file drawer, and it will be useful to keep your most important documents...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Paul Frankl Furniture
Materials
Wood, Oak
Vintage Cerused and Brass Chest of Drawers by Paul Frankl for Brown Saltman
By Paul Frankl, Brown Saltman
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...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Paul Frankl Furniture
Materials
Brass
A Pair of High Chests by Paul Frankl for Johnson Furniture
By Paul Frankl, Johnson Furniture Company
Located in Palm Desert, CA
This pair of high chests designed by Paul Frankl for Johnson Furniture were produced in the 1950s. Standing the test of time, the craftsmanship of...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Paul Frankl Furniture
Materials
Brass
Cork Sideboard / Dresser by Paul Frankl for Johnson Furniture, c. 1950s, Signed
By Paul Frankl, Johnson Furniture Company
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This restored Paul T. Frankl for Johnson Furniture sideboard cabinet or dresser, circa 1950s, features beautiful refinished Mahogany and cork with brass x-shaped pulls and is signed ...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Paul Frankl Furniture
Materials
Brass
Restored Rattan 2-Tiered Corner Table or Desk
By Paul Frankl
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Restored Large 30" rattan and mahogany 2-tiered side corner table or desk.
1940, United States
We only purchase and sell only the best and finest rattan furniture made by the best ...
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1940s Vintage Paul Frankl Furniture
Materials
Rattan, Mahogany
Restored Rattan 3-Strand "Hour Glass" Dining Table & Chairs Dining Set
By Paul Frankl
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Restored Mid-Centyury 4-person 3-strand mahogany dining table and 4 "Hour Glass" rattan back chairs.
Dimensions:
Chair: 32" H x 24" W x 22" D
Ta...
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1950s Vintage Paul Frankl Furniture
Materials
Fabric, Rattan, Mahogany
Six Corset Dining Chairs by Paul Frankl in Grey Wool
By Paul Frankl
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A true Mid Century set of Paul Frankl Corset Dining room Chairs. The "V" back is very sexy and sophisticated - reminiscent of a corset or a tuxedo - elegant and uptown. The set has...
Category
Mid-20th Century North American Mid-Century Modern Paul Frankl Furniture
Materials
Wool, Upholstery, Wood, Tulipwood
Restored Rattan Original Paul Frankl 4 Person 3-Strand Mahogany Dining Table
By Paul Frankl
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Restored rattan mid-century four-person square dining table resting on three single strands "loop" legs with mahogany dark stain top featuring a slip rattan trim. The piece is finish...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Paul Frankl Furniture
Materials
Rattan, Mahogany
Paul Frankl Two-Tier Side Table for Brown Saltman
By Paul Frankl, Brown Saltman
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Paul Frankl two-tiered occasional table by Brown Saltman of California, circa 1950.
Solidly crafted and elegantly designed.
Signed and marked.
We have not refinished or restore...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Paul Frankl Furniture
Materials
Maple
Paul Frankl Black Lacquer Head Board with Cerused
By Paul Frankl
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A unique and rare Paul Frankl Head board. The Frame is black lacquer with three panels of cerused or deeply ridged Oak, laid out in opposing directions.
Truly a midcentury piece ...
Category
20th Century Mid-Century Modern Paul Frankl Furniture
Materials
Wood, Oak, Lacquer
Paul Frankl Dining Chairs for Brown Saltman, Set of 10
By Paul Frankl
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Set of dining chairs by Paul Frankl for the Brown Saltman group. The chairs are upholstered in high quality blue cotton fabric with a unique crisscross "X" chair back. Great example ...
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1950s Vintage Paul Frankl Furniture
Materials
Wood
1940s Paul Frankl for Brown Saltman Dining Chair, Set of Seven
By Paul Frankl, Brown Saltman
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Set of lattice-back dining chairs by Paul Frankl for Brown Saltman group. The chairs upholstered in high quality blue cotton fabric. The set includes seven captain's chairs.
North...
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1950s Vintage Paul Frankl Furniture
Materials
Wood
1950s Paul Frankl Black Cerused Oak Buffet Dresser Cabinet for Brown Saltman
By Paul Frankl, Brown Saltman
Located in Chula Vista, CA
1950s Paul Frankl black cerused oak buffet dresser for brown saltman
Fabulous cerused oak finish, iconic x handles on combed wood.
Measures: 64 x 20 deep x 33.5 tall
Drawers 16.75 de...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Paul Frankl Furniture
Materials
Oak
1950s Paul Frankl Sumptuous Black Cerused Dining Set for Brown Saltman Calif
By Paul Frankl, Brown Saltman
Located in Chula Vista, CA
1950s Paul Frankl black cerused oak wood dining set for Brown Saltman CA
Dining table and six dining chairs
Measures: Table 95 long x 41.75 depth x 29.75 height. With one extension...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Paul Frankl Furniture
Materials
Fabric, Oak
Vintage Oak and Brass Chest of Drawers by Paul Frankl for Brown Saltman
By Paul Frankl, Brown Saltman
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 Paul Frankl Furniture
Materials
Brass
1950s Paul Frankl for Brown Saltman Combed Dining Set Modernism, 9 Piece Set
By Paul Frankl, Brown Saltman
Located in Monrovia, CA
Vintage Paul Frankl dining room set by Brown - Saltman.
9 piece dining table one leaf six chairs with matching buffet all with honey combed design ico...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Paul Frankl Furniture
Materials
Wood
Paul Frankl Dining Table & Buffet Cabinet by Johnson Furniture
By Johnson Furniture Company, Paul Frankl
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Elegant Walnut dining table with matching buffet cabinet, designed by Paul Frankl for The Johnson Furniture Company, American, circa 1940. The table ha...
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1940s American Vintage Paul Frankl Furniture
Materials
Wood
Early Mid-Century Johnson Furniture Two-Tone Buffet Cabinet by Paul Frankl
By Johnson Furniture Company, Paul Frankl
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Elegant walnut buffet cabinet designed by Paul Frankl for The Johnson Furniture Company, American, circa 1940. This cabinet has been refinished in a slight red hue on the cabinet case with off-white doors.
The cabinet features 4 pull...
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1940s American Vintage Paul Frankl Furniture
Materials
Wood
1960s White-Washed Oak Server with Carved Pagoda Design & Brass Hardware
By Paul Frankl
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Introducing our striking 1960s white-washed server, masterfully hand-crafted from oak wood and meticulously restored to perfection by our seasoned craftsmen. The mid-century allure o...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Paul Frankl Furniture
Materials
Brass
Mid Century Paul Frankl Dresser
By Paul Frankl
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Vintage refinished Paul Frankl 6 drawer dresser. Has been refinished and well kept. Great design and style with beautiful base and legs. Brass handles are well kept.
Drawers slid...
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Paul Frankl Furniture
Materials
Wood
Paul Frankl Designed Stepped Coffee Table for Brown Saltman
By Paul Frankl, Brown Saltman
Located in San Francisco, CA
Offered here is a Paul Frankl designed coffee table for Brown Saltman.
Ebonized cerused oak, with glass, table top, and has a step down design, with a shelf below.
Category
1940s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Paul Frankl Furniture
Materials
Glass, Oak
Paul Frankl-Style Stacked Rattan Side Tables with Mahogany Top, Pair, circa 1930
By Paul Frankl
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Paul Frankl two-tier stacked rattan end tables with cut-out sides and mahogany wood top, circa 1930. This listing includes two matching end tables that were professionally restored i...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Paul Frankl Furniture
Materials
Mahogany, Rattan
Paul Frankl Dresser and Nightstand for Johnson Furniture, 1950s
By John Stuart, Johnson Furniture Company, Paul Frankl
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This fantastic 1950s ten-drawer double dresser and nightstand was designed by Paul Frankl for Johnson Furniture and retailed by John Stuart duri...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Paul Frankl Furniture
Materials
Metal
Pair Paul Frankl Ebonized Oak Side Tables For Brown Saltman
By Paul Frankl, Brown Saltman
Located in San Francisco, CA
Offered here is a pair Paul Frankl designed side tables for Brown Saltman.
Ebonized oak, with glass, table tops have a step down design, with a small...
Category
1940s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Paul Frankl Furniture
Materials
Glass, Oak
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...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Paul Frankl Furniture
Materials
Wood
Cork Top Dining Table by Paul Frankl for Johnson Furniture Co, c1950
By Johnson Furniture Company, Paul Frankl
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Excellent and very rare cork top dining table by Paul Frankl for Johnson Furniture Co, circa 1950.
Category
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Paul Frankl Furniture
Materials
Mahogany, Maple, Cork
Large American Mid Century Commode by Paul Frankl, 1950s
By Paul Frankl
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Large American mid century commode by Paul Frankl, 1950s.
Category
Mid-20th Century American Paul Frankl Furniture
Materials
Walnut
Restored Stick Leg Rattan Side Table with Two-Tier Wood Tops
By Paul Frankl
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Stick leg rattan side table with two-tier wood tops, circa 1950. Designed in the manner of Paul Frankl.
We only purchase and sell only the best and finest rattan furniture made by t...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Paul Frankl Furniture
Materials
Wicker, Rattan, Formica
Paul Frankl for Brown-Saltman Lacquered Sideboard Credenza
By Paul Frankl
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Rare Mid-Century Modern Swedish style lacquered sideboard or credenza cabinet designed by Paul Frankl for Brown Saltman. Features a sleek mahogany case fitted with three drawers in t...
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Paul Frankl Furniture
Materials
Brass
Paul Frankl Ebony Nightstands for John Stuart
By John Stuart, Paul Frankl
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Extremely rare Paul Frankl nightstands for John Stuart. Made of mahogany with espresso satin finish. USA, circa 1940. Each nightstand features a pull-down top drawer with two additio...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Paul Frankl Furniture
Materials
Birch, Maple
Paul Frankl Combed Fir Table Lamps, a Pair
By Paul Frankl, Brown Saltman
Located in Fulton, CA
A scarce pair of Mid-Century Modern combed fir table lamps designed by Paul Frankl for Brown-Saltman. Very good, vintage condition with original finish. Original turned wood finials....
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Paul Frankl Furniture
Materials
Wood
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...
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1940s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Paul Frankl Furniture
Materials
Glass, Oak
Paul Frankl for Brown Saltman Dining Chair, Set of Four
By Paul Frankl, Brown Saltman
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Set of lattice-back dining chairs by Paul Frankl for Brown Saltman group. The chairs upholstered in high quality blue cotton fabric. The set include...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Paul Frankl Furniture
Materials
Wood
Asian-Inspired Paul Frankl for Johnson Furniture Cork Top Bench or Low Table
By Paul Frankl
Located in San Francisco, CA
An Asian-inspired midcentury Paul Frankl for Johnson Furniture cork top bench or low table with open wood supports; the elegantly long rectangular cork top with flared ends raised on...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Paul Frankl Furniture
Materials
Cork
Restored "Triple Triangle" Open Air Pretzel Single Arm Lounge Chair
By Paul Frankl
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Rare "Triple Triangle" arm rattan lounge chair featuring arch looped base and the unique open-air single arm design. Measures: Sofa: 33 in. H x 73 in. W x 36 in. D.
We only purchas...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Paul Frankl Furniture
Materials
Rattan
Pair of Midcentury Paul Frankl Chairs in Cerused Oak
By Paul Frankl
Located in Pasadena, CA
Handsome, masculine pair of midcentury Paul Frankl chairs in cerused oak. Chairs have been newly refinished and reupholstered in a garnet color velvet.
Category
1970s American Vintage Paul Frankl Furniture
Materials
Oak, Velvet
Paul Frankl Large Cork Mirror for Johnson Furniture, 1950s
By Paul Frankl
Located in Coronado, CA
A large and uncommon solid cork mirror designed by Paul Frankl and manufactured by Johnson Furniture in the 1950s. The large piece was intended to be hung on a wall and is equipped w...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Paul Frankl Furniture
Materials
Glass, Cork
Paul Frankl furniture for sale on 1stDibs.
Paul Frankl 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 Paul Frankl furniture, although brown editions of this piece are particularly popular. Many of the original furniture by Paul Frankl 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 Planner Group, John Stuart, and Widdicomb Furniture Co.. Prices for Paul Frankl furniture can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these items begin at $920 and can go as high as $85,000, while a piece like these, on average, fetch $6,490.
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