Brown Saltman Coffee and Cocktail Tables
American
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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Creator: Brown Saltman
Black and White Checker Coffee Table w/ Storage in Walnut by John Keal 1950s
By John Keal, Brown Saltman
Located in Troy, MI
Geometric coffee table designed by John Keal for Brown Saltman
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California Modern Slatted Bench / Coffee Table by John Keal
By Brown Saltman, John Keal
Located in Los Angeles, CA
California Modern Slatted Bench / Coffee Table by John Keal
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Mid Century Modern Expandable Slatted Coffee Table/Bench by John Keal
By John Keal, Brown Saltman
Located in Soquel, CA
Beautiful and versatile expandable mid century minimalist walnut slat bench designed by John Keal for Brown Saltman, circa 1960. This California modern piece features an expandable s...
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John Keal for Brown Saltman Mid-Century American Wooden Expandable Coffee Table
By Brown Saltman, John Keal
Located in Queens, NY
Mid-Century American wooden coffee table with a smooth veneer in rectangular expandable form revealing a black formica topped center, sitting on two square block supports. (JOHN KEAL...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Brown Saltman Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Wood
Paul Frankl for Brown Saltman Black Lacquered Coffee Table, Newly Refinished
By Brown Saltman, Paul Frankl
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous Mid-Century Modern Hollywood Regency black lacquered oak coffee table
By Paul Frankl for Brown Saltman
USA, 1940s
Measures: 47.75"W x 21"D x 16.5"H.
Newly refi...
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1940s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Brown Saltman Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Oak, Lacquer
Brown Saltman, Coffee Table, Oak, USA, 1940s
By Brown Saltman
Located in High Point, NC
An oak coffee or cocktail table designed and produced by Brown Saltman, California, USA, 1940s.
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1940s Vintage Brown Saltman Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Oak
Hendrik Van Keppel and Taylor Green for Brown Saltman Mahogany "Camel" Coffee
By Brown Saltman
Located in Queens, NY
American Mid-Century (1950s) rectangular mahogany "Camel" coffee table with two double bracket-shaped legs. (VKG, HENDRIK VAN KEPPEL AND TAYLOR GREEN...
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Brown Saltman Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Wood, Mahogany
Brown Saltman, Coffee Oak Table In the manners of Guillerme et Chambron
By Brown Saltman
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Introducing a stunning oak coffee or cocktail table that exudes timeless elegance, inspired by the iconic designs of Guillerme et Chambron. Crafted with exceptional skill by Brown Sa...
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1940s American Bohemian Vintage Brown Saltman Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Oak
John Keal Expanding Coffee Table by Brown Saltman
By John Keal, Brown Saltman
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This expanding coffee table by John Keal is both handsome and versatile. When closed the rectilinear top sits on a pair of cube bases for a sim...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Brown Saltman Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Formica, Walnut
$1,725 Sale Price
50% Off
Paul Frankl Oak Stepped Cerused Coffee Table for Brown Saltman
By Brown Saltman, Paul Frankl
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Paul Frankl, renowned for his 1930s "skyscraper" furniture designs, took a distinct approach with this elegant round table for the Brown Saltman Company. Featuring an inverted design...
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1940s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Brown Saltman Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Glass, Oak
$1,992 Sale Price
44% Off
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.
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Brown Saltman Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Wood
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.
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Brown Saltman Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Wood
Paul Laszlo, Coffee Table, Walnut, Brown Saltman, United States, 1950s
By Brown Saltman, Paul Laszlo
Located in High Point, NC
A walnut coffee table designed by Paul Laszlo and produced by Brown Saltman, America, 1950s.
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Brown Saltman Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Walnut
Mid Century Modern Extendable Coffee Table by John Keal for Brown Saltman
By Brown Saltman, John Keal
Located in Southampton, NY
Mid Century Modern Extendable Coffee Table by John Keal for Brown Saltman.
Sleek Original Mid-Century Modern Walnut Veneer Coffee Table with Two 12” Square Walnut Plinth Bases. The T...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Brown Saltman Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Laminate, Formica
John Keal Walnut Coffee Table with Three Folding Side Tables
By Brown Saltman, John Keal
Located in Chicago, IL
Rare coffee table with internal folding snack tables by John Keal for Brown Saltman. Bleached walnut wood square top coffee table with three intern...
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1950s American Vintage Brown Saltman Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Laminate, Walnut
Stepped Art Deco Blond Oak
Glass Coffee Table By Paul Frankl for Brown Saltman
By Paul Frankl, Brown Saltman
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....
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1940s American Art Deco Vintage Brown Saltman Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Oak
$1,732 Sale Price
44% Off
Paul Laszlo Cocktail Table
By Paul Laszlo, Brown Saltman
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.
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Brown Saltman Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Mahogany
Brown Saltman Walnut Coffee Table
By Brown Saltman
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Brown Saltman rectangular coffee table, c.1950s, USA. The table features a knife edge walnut table top with beautiful exposed joinery work where the legs meet the top. The legs are c...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Brown Saltman Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Walnut
John Keal Slatted Bench for Brown Saltman
By John Keal, Brown Saltman
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Low profile bench by John Keal for Brown Saltman, circa 1950s, USA. The bench features mahogany wood slats and tapered dowel legs. Perfect as a low profile coffee table, entryway ben...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Brown Saltman Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Mahogany
Vkg: Hendrik Van Keppel and Taylor Green Coffee Table for Brown Saltman 1954
By Brown Saltman
Located in Chicago, IL
VKG: Hendrik Van Keppel and Taylor Green Coffee Table for Brown Saltman 1954, Rare table, Oiled walnut with plastic laminated top. Features two pull-out drawers on each side measuring 18" wide with a drawer depth of 21"
Featured in 1950's Exhibition; "California Designed" by The Municipal Art Center Long Beach C.A. and The Oakland Art...
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Brown Saltman Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Laminate, Walnut
$6,000 Sale Price
20% Off
Brown and Saltman Set of Three End Side Tables in Dark Oiled Walnut Art Tile Top
By John Keal, Brown Saltman
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Set of 3 Brown and Saltman end coffee side occasional tables stands in dark oiled walnut with art tile top.
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Brown Saltman Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Art Glass, Walnut
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Brown Saltman coffee and cocktail tables for sale on 1stDibs.
Brown Saltman coffee and cocktail tables 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 Brown Saltman coffee and cocktail tables, although brown editions of this piece are particularly popular. Many of the original coffee and cocktail tables by Brown Saltman were created in the mid-century modern style in united states during the 20th century. If you’re looking for additional options, many customers also consider coffee and cocktail tables by Harvey Probber, Drexel, and Warren Platner. Prices for Brown Saltman coffee and cocktail tables can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these items begin at $560 and can go as high as $11,750, while a piece like these, on average, fetch $3,600.
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