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John Keal for Brown Saltman Dresser

Creator: John Keal -Brown Saltman
Offered by: Hobbs Modern

Description
A striking and sculptural example of mid-century California design, this rare six-drawer dresser by John Keal for Brown Saltman showcases the warmth, grain, and refinement of Honduran mahogany. Keal’s work is celebrated for its architectural restraint paired with playful design details — and this piece is no exception.

The dresser’s clean, rectilinear case floats lightly above its sculpted mahogany base, giving the cabinet a sense of lift and elegance. Across the drawer fronts runs one of the most distinctive details of the design: a set of unusual, zig-zag cast brass pulls. These pulls create a rhythmic visual line across the dresser, adding texture, movement, and a subtle touch of whimsy to the otherwise minimalist form. They read as jewelry against the warm mahogany — a signature Keal detail that collectors instantly recognize.

The drawers offer generous storage while maintaining the sleek profile and balanced proportions Brown Saltman is known for. Warm honey-amber tones in the wood highlight the natural beauty of the Honduran mahogany, with beautiful ribbon-grain patterns that glow under light.

This is a wonderful example of Brown Saltman’s refined craftsmanship during the golden era of West Coast modernism — at once functional, sculptural, and deeply tactile.

Details & Features

Designer: John Keal for Brown Saltman

Material: Honduran Mahogany

Distinctive zig-zag brass drawer pulls

Sculpted mahogany base with floating appearance

Six spacious drawers with clean, minimalist lines

Beautiful warm grain and tonal variation

A rare and collectible example of California Modern design

Perfect for a bedroom, dressing space, or modern interior where craftsmanship and subtle statement details are appreciated.

Finish / Tone
Stain

Wire Price (no cc fees)
3200

More Information

Documentation:	Signed
Origin:	United States
Period:	1950-1979
Materials:	Honduran Mahogany
Condition:	In Process: Will be Restored to Excellent Condition.
Creation Date:	1950's
Styles / Movements:	Modern, Mid Century
Incollect Reference #:	841606

Dimensions

W.	60 in;	H.	29 in;	D.	18.5 in;
W.	152.4 cm;	H.	73.66 cm;	D.	46.99 cm;

Message from Seller:

FURNITURE SHOULD BE FUNCTIONAL ART, YOUR HOME SHOULD BE THE PERFECT RETREAT. Hobbs Modern is the premier mid century modern furniture dealer in San Diego, CA. We hand-select and curate each piece of our inventory which represents the iconic and exemplary Danish, American, and Brazilian vintage modern design with a relentless pursuit of restoration perfection and historical accuracy. Our passion is to breathe new life into vintage pieces. We ship nationwide.