Walter Lamb outdoor furniture for Brown Jordan is synonymous with California design. Originally conceived in the mid-1940s by using surplus bronze tubing from the U.S. Navy, Lamb’s classic outdoor designs have outstanding durability. Ideal for the North American landscape, the support material is made of cotton yacht cord that needs replacement about every 5-10 years, depending on its use. Upon release, the line was offered in several patinas – verdigris, brown bronze, or golden bronze – which over time take on an enhanced patina with weathering. Comprised of structural, bold lines made from industrial-strength materials, his chairs, ottomans, and tables remain as some of the most comfortable and iconic Mid-Century Modern outdoor furniture.

  • Walter Lamb Rocking Chairs (2)
    • Lot 97
    • Walter Lamb
    • Rocking Chairs (2)
    • Brown-Jordan, designed c. 1950
    • Tubular Bronze
    • Model no. C-5701
    • Each 31.75″ x 21.25″ x 31″
    • Literature: Walter Lamb Furniture Catalog, 1956, np
    • October 7, 2012 Auction
    • Estimate: $3,000 – $5,000
    • Realized: $9,375
  • Walter Lamb Dining set (5)
    • Lot 100
    • Walter Lamb
    • Dining set (5)
    • Brown-Jordan, designed c. 1950
    • Tubular Bronze
    • Armchairs model no. C1700A; Table model no. C-2700
    • Comprised of a table and four chairs
    • Table 28.5″ x 48.5″ diameter
    • Literature: Walter Lamb Furniture Catalog, 1956, np
    • October 7, 2012 Auction
    • Estimate: $5,000 – $7,000
    • Realized: $5,312.50
  • Walter Lamb Wide armchair and ottoman (2)
    • Lot 102
    • Walter Lamb
    • Wide armchair and ottoman (2)
    • Brown-Jordan, designed c. 1950
    • Tubular Bronze
    • Model no. C-5700 and C-5706
    • Chair 30.5″ x 23.5″ x 28″; Ottoman 20″ x 24″ x 17.5″
    • Literature: Walter Lamb Furniture Catalog, 1956, np
    • October 7, 2012 Auction
    • Estimate: $2,500 – $3,500
    • Realized: $5,000
  • Walter Lamb Chaise lounge
    • Lot 103
    • Walter Lamb
    • Chaise lounge
    • Brown-Jordan, designed c. 1950
    • Tubular Bronze
    • Model no. C-4700
    • 48″ x 61.5″ x 27″
    • Literature: Walter Lamb Furniture Catalog, 1956, np
    • October 7, 2012 Auction
    • Estimate: $2,500 – $3,500
    • Realized: $4,375
  • Walter Lamb - Settee
    • Lot 292
    • Walter Lamb
    • Settee
    • Brown Jordan
    • designed c. 1958
    • 32″ x 51″ x 33″
    • May 6, 2012 Auction
    • Estimate: $2,000 – 3,000
    • Realized: $7,812.50
  • Walter Lamb - Rocking Chair
    • Lot 291
    • Walter Lamb
    • Rocking Chair
    • Brown Jordan
    • designed c. 1950
    • Model no. C-5701
    • 31.75″ x 21.25″ x 31″
    • Literature: Walter Lamb Furniture Catalog
    • May 6, 2012 Auction
    • Estimate: $2,000 – 3,000
    • Realized: $6,250
  • Walter Lamb Dining Set
    • Lot 142
    • Walter Lamb
    • Dining set (6)
    • Brown Jordan, designed c. 1953
    • Bronze, glass and plastic cord
    • Comprised of a table and 5 chairs
    • Table: 28″ x 48.5″ diameter; Each chair: 32″ x 18.5″ x 21.5″
    • December 11, 2011 Auction
    • Estimate: $3,000 – 4,000
    • Realized: $5,000
  • Walter Lamb dining chairs
    • Lot 145
    • Walter Lamb
    • Dining chairs (6)
    • Brown Jordan, designed 1953
    • Bronze and cord
    • Model no. C-1700A and C-1700
    • Comprised of pair of armchairs and four side chairs
    • Each armchair: 32.25″ x 21.5″ x 23.5″; Each side chair: 30.75″ x 18.5″ x 21.5″
    • December 11, 2011 Auction 
    • Estimate: $2,500 – 3,500
    • Realized: $4,375
  • Walter Lamb - Armchair lounges with thick tubing (2)
    • Lot 386
    • Walter Lamb
    • Armchair lounges with thick tubing (2)
    • Designed circa 1950
    • The Brown-Jordan Co.
    • Each 31.5”h x 24”w x 33.5”d”
    • March 6, 2011 Auction
    • Estimate: $4,000 – 5,000
    • Realized: $7,500
  • Walter Lamb - Pair of dining armchairs & table
    • Lot 389
    • Walter Lamb
    • Pair of dining armchairs & table
    • Designed circa 1950
    • The Brown-Jordan Co.
    • Table 29.25”h x 42”diameter;
    • Chairs 33”h x21.25”w x 21.5”d”
    • March 6, 2011 Auction
    • Estimate: $3,000 – 4,000
    • Realized: $4,062.50
  • Walter Lamb - Group of armchair lounges (3)
    • Lot 217
    • Walter Lamb 
    • Group of armchair lounges (3)
    • Brown Jordan
    • Designed circa 1950
    • Each 31.5″h x 23.5″w x 30″d
    • December 6, 2009 Auction
    • Estimate: $7,000 – 10,000
    • Realized: $7,350
  • Walter Lamb - Rocking Chairs
    • Lot 210
    • Walter Lamb 
    • Rocking Chairs
    • Manufacturer: Brown Jordan
    • Date: designed circa 1950
    • Dimensions 31.5″h x 31.5″ x 22″w
    • December 6, 2009 Auction
    • Estimate: $2,000 – 3,000
    • Realized: $4,900