The suave architect and interior designer Paul Laszlo made his reputation in Hollywood, where his clients included Barbara Stanwyck, Cary Grant and Elizabeth Taylor. He was aligned to no artistic or design movements, relying on his own carefully honed instincts to create his celebrated lounge chairs, tables, dressers and other furnishings. From the late 1930s to the 1960s, Laszlo’s name was a byword for sumptuous modernity among members of the smart set.
Born in Hungary in 1900, Laszlo learned about quality from his father, a prosperous furniture manufacturer. He studied design in Vienna and had his technical training in Stuttgart, Germany, where, at age 27, he established an upscale design business that gained an international reputation. Nine years later, with the Nazis in power, Laszlo, a Jew, left Germany for the United States and made his way to Los Angeles. There, he established an interior design office in Beverly Hills and was pleased to find that his Stuttgart credentials carried weight.
While he took many commercial assignments for American department stores, custom residential work was Laszlo’s stock in trade. He turned his hand to every element in a room, “down to the last ashtray,” Time magazine once wrote. Like his clients, Laszlo appreciated luxury — not the luxury of rare and precious materials, but the luxury of rich colors and textures, and deep comforts. He had a contemporary élan, exemplified by spaces that were bright, airy, uncluttered and up-to-date.
The classic earmarks of Laszlo’s furnishings are generous proportions and, in the case of his Paddle and Plank armchairs, namesake armrests that are flat and wide, the perfect spot to rest a cocktail. His case goods, tables and dining chairs have clean, elegant lines; they are simply formed yet warm, with interesting details such as woven veneer door fronts.
In recent years, Laszlo’s designs have found a new audience among fans of his easygoing modernism. Prices are in the neighborhood of $5,000 for his vintage cabinets, and from $8,000 to upwards of $20,000 for seating pieces, which are generally found in pairs or groups of six or more.
There was a reason that Laszlo’s work was so admired in the mid-20th century: every design contributes to an environment that is comfortable and elegant — at once robust and relaxed.
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Ebonized Oak Extension Dining Table By Paul Laszlo For Brown Saltman
By Brown Saltman, Paul Laszlo
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
Mid-Century Modern Dining Table by Paul Laszlo for Brown Saltman
By Paul Laszlo, Brown Saltman
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
1950s Mid-Century Modern Paul Laszlo Dining Table w/ leaves - To be Refinished -
By Brown Saltman, Paul Laszlo
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
Paul Laszlo Custom Dining Table with Lucite Top
By Paul Laszlo
Located in Pawtucket, RI
Dining table with beautifully carved base and beveled-edge Lucite top by Paul Laszlo.
Lucite
$1,369 / set
H 42.13 in W 27.56 in D 42.13 in
1970s Lucite Dining Table with Glass Top, Charles Hollis Jones Style
By Charles Hollis Jones
Located in Praha, CZ
- good/very good condition with minor signs of use.
Lucite
Mid-Century Modern Iron Dining Table by Gilbert Poillerat, 1950s
By Gilbert Poillerat
Located in Queens, NY
French Post-War Design (1950s) iron dining table with a geometric design stretcher and trimmed with bronze balls and top rim with sectioned inset black marble. (Attributed to GILBERT...
Marble, Bronze, Iron
Pair of Ebonized Mahogany Side Tables by Paul Laszlo
By Paul Laszlo
Located in Danville, CA
Pair of mahogany occasional tables by Paul Laszlo refinished in dark brown lacquer. Top quality materials and workmanship.
Mahogany
Mid Century Dining Table by Robsjohn Gibbings for Widdicomb
By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings, Widdicomb Furniture Co.
Located in New York, NY
Iconic Mid Century dining table designed by Robsjohn Gibbings for Widdicomb. This example is in very good, original condition, showing only light wear consistent with age. Specifically, an inconsequential veneer flaw at the corner, and light cosmetic wear - please see images. The table opens to accept a large ( 20 in W ) leaf ) extending the width from 72 to 92 inches. This listing is for the dining table only.
Ash
$18,600
H 29 in W 72 in D 42 in
1950 Rare "Y" Leg Expandable Dining Table W 2 Leaves In The Style Of Paul Laszlo
By Paul Laszlo
Located in Monrovia, CA
Rare 1950s "Y" Leg Natural Ash Ceruse Expandable Dining Table With 2 Original Leaves, Mid-Century Modern. Rare "Y" Leg Design Dining Table In The Style Of Paul Laszlo. The Dining Table Has The Iconic Architectural "Y" Legs With Original Brass Caps, With Original Working Table Expansion Mechanism And Pully As Seen In Pics. Rare 1950s Expandable Round Dining Table In It's Three Stages. *1st Stage Is Round With No Leaves, See Pics. *Second Stage Is With One Original Leaf Inserted, Creates An Oval Shape Dining Table, See Pic. *Third Stage Is With Both Original Leaves, Which Creates A Larger Oval Dining Table, See Pics. Beautiful Ceruse Finish To This Rare And Gorgeous Ash "Y" Leg Design. Ceruse Is A Wood Finishing That Crates A Two Toned Contrast That Accentuated The Wood Grain Of the Wooden Surface, As Seen On Many Vintage Pieces Like Paul Laszlo. The Y-shaped Architectural Legs Custom Design. Dining Table Has 2 Original Leaves With Same Ceruse Finish. Dimensions: Round Without Leaves 42 Inches Round...
Wood
Paul Evans Custom Faceted Dining Table
By Directional, Paul Evans
Located in Chicago, IL
Paul Evans Custom Faceted Dining Table, Larger base with lacquered wood and brass cladding over wood. 3/4" top measures 96" in length and 47.50" in depth Seats 10 to 12
Brass
Refinished Danish Modern Rosewood Dining Table with Two Leaves
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Elegantly designed Danish modern dining table. Executed in lustrous Brazilian rosewood with beautiful color and attractive repeating grain pattern. Solid tapered legs and two leaves ...
Wood
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...
Maple
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
Ico Parisi Style Mid-Century Modern Italian Dining Table, 1950s
By Ico Parisi
Located in Puglia, Puglia
Dining table in dark walnut and top in Italian bronzed glass in the Ico Parisi style of the 50s. The table has a beautiful sculptural shape. The table has been polished with shellac ...
Glass, Walnut
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
Italian Mid-Century Dining Table Attr. to Paolo Buffa, 1950s
By Paolo Buffa
Located in Rome, IT
Elegant dining table, Paolo Buffa, 1950s. The piece is really rare and important. The marble top is supported by a center column on four bronze finished feet. Available as well the ...
Walnut
1950s French Mid-Century Modern Dining Table
Located in Pasadena, TX
A fabulous designer French Mid-Century Modern dining table handcrafted in France, circa 1950s Rosewood Finish 63"x35" without the leaf's 87"x35" with the leaf's
Rosewood
Paul Laszlo, Coffee Table, Wood, United States, 1950s
By Brown Saltman, Paul Laszlo
Located in High Point, NC
A wooden coffee table designed by Paul Laszlo and produced by Brown Saltman, America, 1950s.
Wood
$7,419
H 30.32 in W 75.2 in D 35.83 in
Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Table Attributed to Paolo Buffa, 1950s
By Paolo Buffa
Located in Puglia, Puglia
Attributed to Paolo Buffa, a 1950s table in mahogany-stained walnut, walnut burl sides, brass, and a glass top. Completely restored and polished with shellac. As pictured, it has a s...
Brass
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
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
Cafe Tables for Bel Air Country Club in the Style of Paul Laszlo
By Paul Laszlo
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Designed to fit the upscale Art Deco emblem of the Bel-Air Country Club, this pair of two-tone cafe, breakfast or dining tables exude 1950s style. The modern and clean design make th...
Metal
Paul Laszlo for Brown-Saltman Dining or Game Table with Copper Accents
By Paul Laszlo, Brown Saltman
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Designed by Paul Laszlo for Brown-Saltman, a Mid-Century Modern light mahogany dining or gaming table with copper accent hardware in the base. Signed and labeled by Paul Laszlo for B...
Mahogany
Unique Extension Dining Table by Paul Laszlo
By Paul Laszlo
Located in New York, NY
Dark stained walnut with incised plank pattern top and carved trestle base. Four matching extensions, opens fully to 144". From a private commission in Atlanta, GA.
Expandable Dining Table With Red Lacquered Top by Paul Laszlo
By Paul Laszlo
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Beautiful expandable dining table designed by Paul Laszlo dating to the 1940's. The table has a beautiful architectural base and the table top is thick and very solid. The expa...
Wood