Rare Set of Two ( 2 ) Mid-Century Modern Side Tables / End Tables in Walnut by John Keal for Brown Saltman, Usa, C. 1960s

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Introducing an incredibly rare set of pristine end tables designed by the influential John Keal for the highly sought-after Brown-Saltman … Read more Introducing an incredibly rare set of pristine end tables designed by the influential John Keal for the highly sought-after Brown-Saltman group. Constructed from solid American black walnut replete with out-of-this-world variegated woodgrains this set exemplifies what Keal is most famous for; clean, no-fuss lines and old-growth hardwoods. Produced in limited numbers this signed set is a collector's dream and ready for a lifetime more of use.

John Keal was a prominent mid-century modern furniture designer heavily associated with what became known as 'California Modernism'. Born in Ellensburg, Washington, Keal graduated from the University of Washington with a degree in Industrial Design before moving on to design iconic, functional furniture that merged clean architectural lines with organic warmth.

Keal’s work sits seamlessly within the California Modernism movement, which adapted European Bauhaus and International Style principles for casual, West Coast living. His pieces are highly celebrated for their utilization of premium woods like rich American black walnut which is on full display with this set of stunning end tables.

While he designed for several notable West Coast brands like Glenn of California and Modeline, his most enduring legacy is his extensive work for the California furniture manufacturer Brown-Saltman. Alongside other design heavyweights like Paul Frankl, Keal helped elevate Brown-Saltman into a premier name for middle-class consumers seeking sophisticated, modern, and accessible design.

Incredibly rare and in stunning vintage original condition this set of Brown-Satlman tables is ideal for collectors searching for a pristine John Keal piece that is ready for a literal lifetime more of use. Make them yours today before they're truly gone forever.

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Width: 18 in / 45.72 cm
Depth: 18 in / 45.72 cm
Height: 15 in / 38.1 cm See less