Glenn of California Dressers
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.
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Creator: Glenn of California
Greta M. Grossman Two-Tone Lacquered
Walnut Dresser for Glenn of CA
By Greta Magnusson Grossman, Glenn of California
Located in Los Angeles, CA
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Glenn of California Dressers
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Brass
Expertly Restored - Californian Modernist Walnut Dresser by Milo Baughman
By Glenn of California, Milo Baughman
Located in Los Angeles, CA
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Glenn of California Dressers
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Steel
Expertly Restored - Richard Thompson Lacquered
Walnut Dresser for Glenn of CA
By Richard Thompson, Glenn of California
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 Glenn of California Dressers
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Steel
Milo Baughman Multi-Color Lacquered Dresser for Glenn of California.
By Milo Baughman, Glenn of California
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 precision. With over 17 years of artisanal expe...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Glenn of California Dressers
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Wood, Walnut
California Modern Walnut Dresser with Tulip Style Pulls by Milo Baughman
By Glenn of California, Milo Baughman
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 precision. With over 17 years of artisanal exper...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Glenn of California Dressers
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Steel
Expertly Restored - Glenn of California Multi-Color Lacquered
Walnut Dresser
By Glenn of California
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This striking Mid-Century Modern dresser by Glenn of California showcases a sleek blend of form and function. The newly refinished walnut frame is complemented by satin-lacquered dra...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Glenn of California Dressers
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Expertly Restored - Richard Thompson Two-Toned Lacquered Dresser for Glenn of CA
By Richard Thompson, Glenn of California
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 Glenn of California Dressers
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Steel
John Kapel Walnut Dresser by Glenn of California
By John Kapel, Glenn of California
Located in Highland, IN
A great design with several subtle details, this walnut dresser designed by John Kapel for Glenn of California featured eight drawers with sculpted pulls.
29.75"h X 72"w X 20"d
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Glenn of California Dressers
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Walnut
Glenn of California Walnut Dresser by Richard Thompson
By Glenn of California, Richard Thompson
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Introducing a stunning vintage walnut dresser designed by Richard Thompson, crafted by Glenn of California in the 1950s. This piece embodies mid-century modern elegance and functiona...
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Mid-century Rosewood
Chrome Dresser by Robert Baron for Glenn of California
By Glenn of California
Located in Van Nuys, CA
This Postmodern Rosewood and Chrome Dresser by Robert Baron for Glenn of California. The dresser features a Long sleek minimalist dresser credenza having six-book matched richly grai...
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1960s American Vintage Glenn of California Dressers
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Rosewood
Mid Century Lowboy Dresser by Greta M. Grossman for Glenn of California, c1950s
By Greta Magnusson Grossman, Glenn of California
Located in Chino Hills, CA
Discover the epitome of mid-century modern elegance with this stunning vintage mahogany dresser, a timeless piece designed by the renowned Gr...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Glenn of California Dressers
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Metal
$4,400 Sale Price
20% Off
Glenn of California Walnut and Lacquered Dresser by Milo Baughman
By Milo Baughman, Glenn of California
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Beautiful vintage two-tone dresser designed by the iconic designer Milo Baughman for Glenn of California in the United States, circa 1950s. This dresser has a minimalist design that ...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Glenn of California Dressers
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Stainless Steel
Greta Grossman for Glenn of California Midcentury Walnut 3 Drawer Chest, Pair
By Greta Magnusson Grossman, Glenn of California
Located in Franklin Park, IL
Greta Grossman for Glenn of California midcentury walnut 3 drawer chest - pair
Each chest measures: 32.75 wide x 18 deep x 32.75 i...
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Glenn of California Dressers
Materials
Brass
Mid Century Walnut Dresser by Greta Grossman
By Greta Magnusson Grossman, Glenn of California
Located in Dallas, TX
Beautiful Mid Century Walnut Dresser by Greta Grossman for Glenn of California. Classic mid-century modern design featuring warm, rich walnut wood grain, with Grossman's signature ro...
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1960s North American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Glenn of California Dressers
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Walnut
Glenn of California Rosewood Tall Dresser by Robert Baron
By Robert Baron, Glenn of California
Located in North Hollywood, CA
This stunning mid-century tall dresser is a true masterpiece of design, designed by Robert Baron and crafted by Glenn of California in the 1960s. The dresser features a sleek and ele...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Glenn of California Dressers
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Aluminum, Chrome
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Glenn Of California dressers for sale on 1stDibs.
Glenn of California dressers 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 Glenn of California dressers, although brown editions of this piece are particularly popular. Many of the original dressers by Glenn of California 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 dressers by Calvin, Harvey Probber, and Broyhill Brasilia. Prices for Glenn of California dressers can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these items begin at $1,650 and can go as high as $8,500, while a piece like these, on average, fetch $4,500.
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- Who invented California dial?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022The California dial likely originated in the 1930s because Californians loved mixing Roman and Arabic numbers. However, the style grew in popularity in the 1970s when refinisher Kirk Rich was tasked with creating California dial watch faces. You’ll find a range of California dial watches on 1stDibs.
- What is a California Watch Dial?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertNovember 2, 2021A California watch dial is a clock face featuring half Roman numerals (generally for 10 o’clock to 2 o’clock) and half Arabic numerals (generally for 4 o’clock to 8 o’clock). A dash might replace the hours of 3, 6, and 9 — instead of the comparatively unexciting numerical representation — and an inverted triangle might be used to represent the hour of 12. On 1stDibs, find a variety of antique, modern and contemporary watches.
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