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.
Greta M. Grossman Marble-Top Side Table for Glenn of California
By Glenn of California, Greta Magnusson Grossman
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Materials: Walnut Wood, Crema Marfil Stone Marble ________________________________________ Transforming a piece of Mid-Century Modern furniture is like bringing history back to life,...
Marble
Pair of John Kapel Nightstands for Glenn of California
By Glenn of California, John Kapel
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pair of walnut nightstands by John Kapel for Glenn of California, c.1960s, USA. The nightstands each feature a single drawer with sculpted handles and black linear detailing. Each ni...
Walnut
Custom Walnut Bedroom Nightstand by Glenn of California
By Glenn of California
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Custom Mid Century Modern nightstand designed and made by Glenn of California in walnut. Includes a two-drawer dresser with a large wood back plate for wall installation. MARCSS
Walnut
1950s Mid-Century Shield Tripod Table Paul Laszlo for Glenn of California
By Paul Laszlo, Glenn of California
Located in Hyattsville, MD
American Early Modernist Form. Presented in Original Finish. Showing Staining and Wear, Patina to all surfaces. Table was professionally attended to, now very tight and sturdy.
Mahogany
Lieno Walnut Nightstand
Located in Paris, FR
Nightstand Lieno Walnut made with walnut plywood, features hardwood fronts with milled handle. Drawers are made with interlocking dovetail joints and slide on metal guides. With 3...
Walnut
Pair of Louis XVI Style Nightstands
Located in Westwood, NJ
A French neoclassical style nightstand, with a pierced brass gallery and Bianco Carrara marble top, pull-out tray, single drawer with cast brass handles, square tapered legs with bra...
Marble, Brass
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 Modern Travertine Marble Tall Tower Shape Table Pedestal
By Harvey Probber
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Mid-Century Modern travertine hexagon shape side table pedestal. high accordingly. Harvey Probber influence.
Travertine
$3,400
H 29 in W 50 in D 24 in
Hidden File Drawer Glenn California Mid Century Modern Walnut Writing Table Desk
By Glenn of California, Milo Baughman
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Nice low profile writing table with a hidden file drawer.
Aluminum
$1,200 / set
H 36 in W 10 in D 10 in
Pair of Mid-Century Modern Clear Acrylic Lucite Pedestals or Side Tables
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A simple matching pair of acrylic pedestals in 2 sizes. The taller measures 36 inches in height and the smaller measures 24 inches.
Acrylic
$3,995 / set
H 19.25 in W 39.75 in D 17.5 in
Vintage Walnut Nightstands by Milo Baughman by Glenn of California
By Milo Baughman, Glenn of California
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Elevate your space with these iconic mid-century walnut nightstands by designer Milo Baughman for Glenn of California. Crafted in the 1960s during the golden age of American modernis...
Aluminum
Vintage Danish Teak Tripod Side Table, 1950s.
Located in Asaa, DK
Vintage Danish Teak Tripod Side Table, 1950s. Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern three legged pedestal table in solid teak. Made in Denmark in the 1950s and most likely originally desi...
Teak
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
Pair of Pacific Nightstands by VOLK
By VOLK 3
Located in Brooklyn, NY
As shown: Solid ash with brass legs and drawer pulls. Bleached finish. Dimensions: 24” W x 16 1/2” D x 24” H. Custom sizing available. Offered in a variety of hardwoods and fini...
Brass
Pair of Milo Baughman End Tables for Glenn of California
By Glenn of California, Milo Baughman
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This is a great pair of Milo Baughman designed end tables for Glenn of California with a magazine shelf and book cubby. Fully restored.
$1,200Sale Price|42% Off
H 20.5 in W 42.25 in D 42.25 in
Mid Century Glenn of California Corner Walnut Coffee Table by Milo Baughman
By Milo Baughman, Glenn of California
Located in San Jose, CA
Mid century corner table designed by Milo Baughman for Glenn of California in walnut. This piece includes two glass shelves and a remova...
Glass, Walnut
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H 21.25 in W 30 in D 21.5 in
Expertly Restored-Greta M. Grossman Side Table w/ Magazine Shelf for Glenn of CA
By Glenn of California, Greta Magnusson Grossman
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 precis...
Wood, Walnut
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H 21 in W 30 in D 20.5 in
Expertly Restored - Greta M. Grossman Side Table w/ Marble Top for Glenn of CA
By Glenn of California, Greta Magnusson Grossman
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 precis...
Marble
Pair of John Kapel Nightstands for Glenn of California
By Glenn of California, John Kapel
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pair of walnut nightstands by John Kapel for Glenn of California, c.1960s, USA. The nightstands each feature a single door front with sculpted handles and black linear detailing. The hinged doors open to reveal magazine storage on the door panel. The interior has a wide storage cabinet with pull out white laminate tray tops. The entire cabinet rests on an ebonized plinth...
Laminate, Walnut
Rare Greta Grossman Side Table for Glenn of California
By Glenn of California, Greta Magnusson Grossman
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Rare Greta Grossman side table for Glenn of California, c.1950s. The table features an asymmetrical black laminate shelf that sits atop a rectangular walnut shelf. The shelves are he...
Metal
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H 21.5 in W 32.75 in D 18 in
Expertly Restored - California Modern Walnut End Table 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...
Wood, Walnut
Paul Laszlo Triangular Mahogany Side Table for Glenn of California
By Glenn of California, Paul Laszlo
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Side table by Paul Laszlo for Glenn of California, c.1950s. The table features an oiled mahogany triangular table top and base. The table sit...
Mahogany
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H 21.5 in W 32.75 in D 18 in
Expertly Restored - California Modern Walnut Side Table 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...
Wood, Walnut
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H 21 in W 30 in D 20.5 in
Greta M. Grossman Side Tables with Travertine Tops for Glenn of California
By Glenn of California, Greta Magnusson Grossman
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...
Marble
Pair of John Kapel Nightstands for Glenn of California
By Glenn of California, John Kapel
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pair of walnut nightstands by John Kapel for Glenn of California, circa 1960s, USA. The nightstands each feature a single door front with sculpted handles and black linear detailing....
Laminate, Walnut
Walnut Pair of Glenn of California Nightstands
By Glenn of California
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Vintage refinished pair of Glenn of California nightstands in good condition. Both have been refinished and left in excellent condition....
Walnut
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H 22.75 in W 24 in D 18 in
John Kapel for Glenn of California Mid Century Walnut Nightstand, a Pair
By John Kapel, Glenn of California
Located in Franklin Park, IL
John Kapel for Glenn of California mid century walnut nightstand - a pair This nightstand is 24 wide x 18 deep x 23 inches high ?All pieces of furniture can be had in what we cal...
Walnut
Glenn of California Mid Century Nightstand
By Glenn of California
Located in Franklin Park, IL
Glenn of California mid century nightstand Nightstand measures: 28 wide x 20 deep x 24.25 inches high All pieces of furniture can be...
Laminate, Wood