Designer and architect Greta Magnusson Grossman first gained fame in her native Sweden, where she established her store and workshop and became the first woman to receive a prize for furniture design from the Swedish Society of Industrial Design. In 1940, she married jazz musician Billy Grossman and moved to Los Angeles.
Upon her arrival in Southern California, she opened the Magnusson Grossman Studio on Rodeo Drive and rapidly became popular among the Hollywood elite, including Greta Garbo and Gracie Allen.
In addition to creating iconic furniture and lighting — like the Grasshopper series for Barker Bros. or the Cobra lamp for Ralph O. Smith — Magnusson Grossman designed 14 homes in the Los Angeles area inspired by the Case Study Houses.
Combining her Scandinavian roots with laid-back West Coast style, Magnusson Grossman became a notable contributor to California modernism.
Find a range of vintage Greta Magnusson Grossman table lamps, floor lamps and other furniture on 1stDibs.
Greta Magnusson Grossman 'Series 62' Desk in Walnut for Gubi
By Greta Magnusson Grossman, Gubi
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Greta Magnusson Grossman 'Series 62' Desk in Walnut for Gubi Designed by Grossman in 1952, but named the 62 desk as it was deemed to be ten years ahead of its time, this is an autho...
Steel
Greta Magnusson-Grossman Double-Sided Bar Cabinet in Oak, 1930s
By Greta Magnusson Grossman
Located in Prague, New Town
Rare rotating, double-sided oak bar cabinet, designed by Greta Magnusson-Grossman for Firma Studio in Sweden, 1930s. Designed in the 1930s by renowned Swedish designer Greta Magnuss...
Metal
Mid Century Modern Credenza Sideboard in Sculpted Walnut by Greta Grossman 1950s
By Greta Magnusson Grossman, Glenn of California
Located in Troy, MI
Stunning Mid Century modern sideboard in walnut designed by Greta Magnusson - Grossman for Glenn of California circa 1950s Fully restored three panel front door cabinet on a floatin...
Walnut
Greta Magnusson Grossman 'Series 62' Six-Drawer Dresser
By Gubi, Greta Magnusson Grossman
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Greta Magnusson Grossman 'Series 62' Six-Drawer Dresser Designed by Grossman in 1952, but named the '62 dresser as it was deemed to be ten years ahead of i...
Steel
Rare Mid-Century Modern Tambor Door Cabinet by Greta Grossman
By Greta Magnusson Grossman
Located in Buffalo, NY
Rare Mid-Century Modern Tambor door cabinet by Greta Grossman, nice original condition. Features two tambor doors over pullout / pull-out shelf and...
Iron
Greta Grossman for Glenn of California Midcentury Walnut 3 Drawer Chest, Pair
By Glenn of California, Greta Magnusson Grossman
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 inc...
Brass
Greta M. Grossman Walnut 3-Drawer Dresser for Glenn of California
By Glenn of California, Greta Magnusson Grossman
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Materials: Walnut Wood, Patinated Brass Pulls ________________________________________ Transforming a piece of Mid-Century Modern furniture is like bringing history back to life, an...
Brass
Mid-Century Walnut Dresser by Greta Grossman, Glenn of California
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...
Walnut
Greta Magnusson Grossman Series 62 Four-Drawer Walnut Dresser for GUBI
By Gubi, Greta Magnusson Grossman
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Greta Magnusson Grossman Series 62 Four-Drawer Walnut Dresser Designed by Grossman in 1952, but named the 62 dresser as it was deemed to be ten years ahead...
Steel
Restored American of Martinsville 6 Drawer Chest- Pair Available
By American of Martinsville
Located in Atlanta, GA
An exquisite example from a rare series by American of Martinsville, circa 1960. Stout, expertly made mahogany case construction restored in cream lacquer. Fabulous, chunky solid bra...
Brass
$171,352
H 45.28 in W 56.3 in D 17.33 in
Italian Art Deco Bar Cabinet in Parchment with Inlays Signed by Anzani, 1930s
By Giuseppe Anzani
Located in Meda, MB
This bar cabinet was produced in Italy, in the late 1930s and is a really unique and special piece. Its tremendous historical and artistic value is what makes this item a real piece of art, hard to find and one of a kind. Firstly, let's talk about its history. It was produced most likely in 1939 in Mariano Comense which is a small village near Milan by the artist Giuseppe Anzani. Anzani has been one of the greatest, if not the greatest wood crafter and inlaid maker. He started his career as an engraver when he was a little child and he won awards for his skills when he was only 16. Later on, he started also to master the art of wood inlay, becoming the most skilled inlayer of all times. His fame was so big that people from all over the world used to come to his little laboratory in the small and unknown village...
Glass, Mirror, Wood, Maple, Walnut, Parchment Paper
Swedish 3 Door Cabinet - Nordens Flora Illustrations
By Svenskt Tenn, Josef Frank
Located in Stockholm, SE
A Swedish three-door sideboard or cabinet, circa 1950s. The cabinet features clean lines and a balanced interior layout behind two doors, opening to separate compartments. One compar...
Birch, Paper
Vintage Modern Walnut Server
Located in Brooklyn, NY
A solid Mid-Century Modern server made of Walnut. It boasts 6 drawers with 3 of them hidden behind detailed doors. Tapered legs perfectly accent the piece and allow it to fit into an...
Walnut
$1,916Sale Price|20% Off
H 60.25 in W 30 in D 16.75 in
1930s Fabulous Art Deco Ebonized Tall Cabinet Dry Bar in Oak
By André Arbus
Located in Chula Vista, CA
For your consideration, a fabulous art deco ebonized cabinet in oak wood. It can be used as dry bar or tall cabinet. French influence André Arbus. Unmarked. USA circa the 1940s Dim...
Oak
Mid-Century Modern Double Cabinet
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Teak grain vintage modern cabinet with adjustable shelves. Double door cabinets, sleek lines, great as an office sideboard. (Please confirm item lo...
Teak
Mid-Century Modern Oak Cabinet by Rene Gabriel, France, 1950s
By Rene Gabriel
Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba
Mobilier d'urgence type v.150 by Rene Gabriel The 'Mobilier d'urgence type v.150' is a cabinet designed by French designer René Gabriel, part of a series of emergency furniture created as part of the reconstruction programme for the WWII-affected city of Le Havre. The model name is 'type v.150'. René Gabriel was a decorative artist and designer born in Maison Alfort, Paris, who designed the Chambre de Jeune Fille for the International Exhibition of Modern Industrial and Decorative Arts in 1925 for the International Ambassade de Française. He also devoted himself to designing wallpaper with block prints of flowers, landscapes and abstract paintings, and after the Second World War, Auguste Perret...
Oak
Very Rare Bar Cabinet by Charles Dudouyt, France, 1930s/40s
By Charles Dudouyt
Located in Lewes, East Sussex
An very rare bar cabinet attributed to Charles Dudouyt, France, 1930s/40s. Structurally sound and ready to use. Some marks to the top surface and inside shelves. Fast shipping worldw...
Wood
Oak Parquetry Six Drawer Dresser
Located in Westwood, NJ
A light oak parquetry six-drawer dresser in dawn finish. This beautiful hand-carved oak dresser includes six drawers with mirrored herringbone starburst ...
Wood
$5,000
H 28.38 in W 77.82 in D 21 in
Impressive Mid-Century Modern Jens Risom Large Walnut Credenza or Sideboard
By Jens Risom
Located in St. Louis, MO
Handsome Jens Risom (1916-2016) designed Danish Modern walnut credenza is perfect for office or home. Designed and produced by Jens Risom...
Walnut
$4,500
H 33.5 in W 64.75 in D 18 in
Expertly Restored - Walnut Dresser by Milo Baughman for Glenn of California
By Glenn of California, Milo Baughman
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Materials: Walnut Wood, Steel Pull Handles ________________________________________ Transforming a piece of Mid-Century Modern furniture is like bringing history back to life, and we...
Steel
$1,480Sale Price|55% Off
H 33 in W 65.5 in D 18.5 in
Harvey Probber Mahogany Credenza, Mid-Century Modern, USA, 1950s
By Harvey Probber
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Bleached Mahogany Credenza by Harvey Probber. This credenza is in good vintage condition and has a patina commensurate with its age. Four white accent drawers can be revealed by sl...
Brass
1950s Mid Century Walnut Credenza by Florence Knoll
By Florence Knoll, Knoll
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Mid-century walnut credenza designed by Florence Knoll and manufactured by Knoll Associates Inc. circa 1950s. This exceptional piece showcases a gorgeous walnut frame supported by fo...
Chrome
$25,702
H 39.38 in W 68.9 in D 20.48 in
Rare Transformable ‘Kaidan’ Cabinet by Kazuhide Takahama for Gavina, Italy 1962
By Kazuhide Takahama, Gavina
Located in Echt, NL
Very hard to find ‘Kaidan’ cabinet in very good condition. Designed by Kazuhide Takahama in 1962. Manufactured by Gavina SPA, Bologna. The kaidan (Which means stairs) is a transfo...
Plywood
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...
Rosewood, Walnut
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H 30.25 in W 47.75 in D 18 in
Expertly Restored- Greta M. Grossman Walnut Writing Desk for Glenn of California
By Greta Magnusson Grossman, Glenn of California
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Materials: Walnut Wood, Patinated Brass Pulls ________________________________________ Transforming a piece of Mid-Century Modern furniture is like bringing history back to life, and...
Brass
Greta Grossman for Sherman Bertram Desk
By Sherman Bertram, Greta Magnusson Grossman
Located in Coronado, CA
A solid walnut desk designed by Greta Grossman and produced by Sherman Bertram in the 1950s. The desk features sculpted wood pulls, raised edges, walnut slats (for books or papers), ...
Walnut
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H 31.75 in W 64.75 in D 18.5 in
Greta M. Grossman Two-Tone Lacquered & Walnut Dresser for Glenn of CA
By Greta Magnusson Grossman, 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 precis...
Brass
Greta Grossman Console Table credenza for Glenn of California
By Glenn of California, Greta Magnusson Grossman
Located in San Diego, CA
Gorgeous Greta Grossman Console table in walnut that features 3 drawers and a case that floats off the legs. This is also an amazing piece for behind a sofa. It is finished in all si...
Cane, Walnut
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H 32 in W 64.75 in D 18.5 in
Expertly Restored - Greta M. Grossman Lacquered Credenza for Glenn of CA
By Greta Magnusson Grossman, 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 precis...
Wood, Walnut, Lacquer
Greta Grossman for Glenn of California Walnut Buffet Or Credenza
By Greta Magnusson Grossman, Glenn of California
Located in Southampton, NJ
An elegant Mid-Century Modern credenza having walnut construction with 4 orange internal drawers to the left and a case with adjustable shelf to the right having curved brass pulls d...
Brass, Steel
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H 33 in W 32.75 in D 18 in
Vintage Walnut Tambour Low Cabinet By Greta Grossman For Glenn Of California
By Greta Magnusson Grossman, Glenn of California
Located in Southampton, NJ
A beautiful mid-century low cabinet with walnut case having tambour front doors that reveal 3 subtle orange drawers under a single pull out tray shelf designed by Greta Magnusson-Gro...
Walnut
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H 32.75 in W 64.75 in D 17.75 in
Expertly Restored - Modernist Dresser by Greta Grossman for Glenn of California
By Greta Magnusson Grossman, 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 precis...
Wood, Walnut
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H 32.75 in W 64.75 in D 17.75 in
Expertly Restored - California Modern Dresser by Greta Grossman for Glenn of CA
By Greta Magnusson Grossman, 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 precis...
Brass
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H 32.75 in W 64.5 in D 17.75 in
California Modern Walnut Dresser by Greta M. Grossman for Glenn of California
By Greta Magnusson Grossman, 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 exper...
Brass
Greta M. Grossman Sculpted Walnut Credenza for Glenn of California
By Greta Magnusson Grossman, Glenn of California
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Greta M. Grossman Sculpted Walnut Credenza for Glenn of California.
Wood, Oak, Walnut
Greta Magnusson-Grossman Desk for Glenn of California
By Greta Magnusson Grossman, Glenn of California
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Greta Magnusson-Grossman desk for Glenn of California, c.1950s, USA. This stunning desk features a mixed base of walnut and iron with a black laminated writing surface and cabinet do...
Iron
Greta Grossman for Glenn of California Mid Century Credenza
By Greta Magnusson Grossman, Glenn of California
Located in Franklin Park, IL
Greta Grossman for Glenn of California mid century credenza The credenza measures:72 wide x 18 deep x 32.75 inches high Al...
Wood
Glenn of California Walnut Dresser, 1950s
By Robert Baron, Greta Magnusson Grossman, Craig Nealey, Glenn of California
Located in San Diego, CA
Walnut dresser routinely attributed to Robert Baron aka Craig Nealy for Glenn of California however this piece has original label by Greta Grossman. This d...
Walnut
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H 32 in W 65 in D 18.5 in
Greta M. Grossman Lacquered and Walnut Credenza for Glenn of California
By Greta Magnusson Grossman, Glenn of California
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Greta M. Grossman lacquered and walnut credenza for Glenn of California.
Wood, Walnut, Lacquer