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George Nelson Furniture

American, 1908-1986

Architect, designer, and writer George Nelson was a central figure in the mid-century American modernist design movement; and his thoughts influenced not only the furniture we live with, but also how we live.

Nelson came to design via journalism and literature. Upon receiving his bachelor’s degree in architecture from Yale in 1931, he won the Prix de Rome fellowship, and spent his time in Europe writing magazine articles that helped bring stateside recognition to Ludwig Mies van der Rohe, Gio Ponti, Le Corbusier and other canonical modernist architects.

In the 1940s, Nelson wrote texts that suggested such now-commonplace ideas as open-plan houses, storage walls and family rooms. D.J. De Pree, the owner of the furniture maker Herman Miller, was so impressed by Nelson that in 1944 — following the sudden death of Gilbert Rohde, who had introduced the firm to modern design in the 1930s — he invited Nelson to join the company as its design director. There Nelson’s curatorial design talents came to the fore.

To Herman Miller he brought such eminent creators as Charles and Ray Eames, Isamu Noguchi, and the textile and furniture designer Alexander Girard. Thanks to a clever contract, at the same time as he directed Herman Miller he formed a New York design company, George Nelson & Associates, that sold furniture designs to the Michigan firm. Nelson's studio also sold designs for clocks to the Howard Miller Clock Company, a manufacturer that was initially part of Herman Miller before it became an offshoot that was helmed by Howard Miller, D.J. De Pree's brother-in-law.

Nelson’s New York team of designers (who were rarely individually credited) would create such iconic pieces as the Marshmallow sofa, the Coconut chair, the Ball clock, the Bubble lamp series and the many cabinets and beds that comprise the sleek Thin-Edge line.

For dedicated collectors, as well as for interior designers who look beyond “the look,” there is a “cool factor” inherent to vintage pieces from George Nelson and others. Nelson was in on it from the start, and it’s valuable to have a piece that was there with him.

But still, as is evident from the offerings from dealers on 1stDibs, in any of the designs, in any iteration whose manufacture Nelson oversaw and encouraged, there are shining elements of lightness, elegance, sophistication — and a little bit of swagger. George Nelson felt confident in his ideas about design and didn’t mind letting the world know.

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Creator: George Nelson
Walnut veneer Pedestal Occ. Coffee Table No 5452, George Nelson, Herman Miller
By George Nelson, Herman Miller
Located in Frankfurt am Main, DE
the versatile classic, designed by george nelson in 1954, was initially produced in 2 sizes with black or white legs and table plates made from chipboard, the edge of the table cover...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern George Nelson Furniture

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Aluminum

Vintage Mid Century Modern George Nelson for Herman Miller Swag Leg Side Table
By George Nelson, Herman Miller
Located in Chicago, IL
Vintage Mid Century Modern George Nelson for Herman Miller Swag Leg Side Table Classic vintage mid century modern side table wit...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage George Nelson Furniture

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Metal

George Nelson for Herman Miller MCM Modular 2 Drawer Bar Cabinet and Bench
By George Nelson, Herman Miller
Located in Countryside, IL
George Nelson for Herman Miller Mid Century Modular 2 Drawer Bar Cabinet and Bench The cabinet measures: 40 wide x 18.5 deep x 34 inches high (exact measurements for the bench are s...
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage George Nelson Furniture

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Metal

George Nelson for Herman Miller White Swag Chair, One Chair
By George Nelson, Herman Miller
Located in Basel, BS
Absolutely stunning gorgeous and iconic George Nelson Herman Miller Swag chair in white. Originally c.1950s. This chair is an authentic Herman Miller stampe...
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20th Century Mid-Century Modern George Nelson Furniture

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Chrome

Swag Leg Chair 1958 by George Nelson for Herman Miller
By George Nelson
Located in London, GB
The "swag leg chair" by George Nelson dates back to 1958 - but would still be a perfect fit in any science fiction movie today. the innovative design resulted from nelson's demands for the development of his swag leg group, which includes chairs, a secretary and various tables. the elegantly curved legs were to be made of steel and processed by machine. and although the chair naturally looks extremely casual and cool, this has nothing to do with the youthful spirit of the 21st century: "swag" here means the process of "swaging", in english "pressing" (metal pressing is still a widespread method of forming). The frame is actually a combination of the classic "four-legged friend" with the idea of a central axis. or, to put it more poetically by a contemporary: "like four tree roots growing out of the ground and uniting to form a strong trunk...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern George Nelson Furniture

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Metal

George Nelson for Herman Miller Mid Century Drop Side Desk
By Herman Miller, George Nelson
Located in Countryside, IL
George Nelson for Herman Miller Mid Century Drop Side Desk This desk measures: 40 wide x 24 deep x 28.75 inches high, with a chair clearance of 27.75 i...
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage George Nelson Furniture

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Metal

George Nelson Midcentury Burlwood and Rosewood Grandfather Clock
By George Nelson
Located in Countryside, IL
George Nelson Mid Century Burlwood and Rosewood Grandfather Clock This clock measures: 16.5 wide x 9 deep x 72.5 inches high We take ou...
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1970s Mid-Century Modern Vintage George Nelson Furniture

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Rosewood, Burl

Early Original George Nelson Marshmallow Sofa. Amazing Condition. Signed
By Herman Miller, George Nelson, Irving Harper
Located in Kansas City, MO
Orignal production iconic Marshmallow Sofa designed by Irving Harper for the George Nelson Office therefore attributed to George Nelson. Manufactured by Herman Miller and signed who...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage George Nelson Furniture

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Aluminum, Steel

George Nelson for Herman Miller MCM Rosewood Thin Edge Nightstands – Pair
By Herman Miller, George Nelson
Located in Countryside, IL
George Nelson for Herman Miller Mid Century Rosewood Thin Edge Nightstands – Pair Each nightstand measures: 18 wide x 18.5 deep x 23.5 inches high All pieces of furniture can be ha...
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage George Nelson Furniture

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Rosewood

Mid-Century Modern George Nelson for Herman Miller Primavera Headboard
By Herman Miller, George Nelson
Located in Forney, TX
A rare American Mid-Century Modern headboard for a double (full) size bed with storage and adjustable backrests by important Modernist architect and designer George Nelson (American, 1908-1986) for Herman Miller, circa 1950, model 4647 from the Primavera Collection, walnut, tufted vinyl, ebonized feet. Dimensions: (approx) 40" High, 56.25" Wide, 12" Deep A superb example, in excellent original vintage condition, having a pair tufted vinyl doors that slide down to reveal individual storage compartments. Walnut veneer in excellent condition with one small (.75") stable bubble beneath the surface at top (no splitting or discoloration present). Bed retains both brackets and anchor pins...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern George Nelson Furniture

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Upholstery, PVC, Wood, Walnut

George Nelson Sling Sofa, USA 1960's
By George Nelson
Located in Venice, CA
Four seat leather and chrome sling sofa model 6833 by George Nelson for Herman Miller. With original IBM inventory label. USA, 1960’s.
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage George Nelson Furniture

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Steel, Chrome

George Nelson Rosewood Thin Edge Dresser for Herman Miller
By Herman Miller, George Nelson
Located in San Francisco, CA
George Nelson design "Thin Edge" dresser for Herman Miller Model 5221, U.S.A. Eight drawers that graduate in size from top to bottom and operate effortlessly. Polished aluminum spinn...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage George Nelson Furniture

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Aluminum

George Nelson for Herman Miller 'Action Office 1' Desk
By George Nelson, Herman Miller
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Early George Nelson Action Office 1 desk in original condition with minor wear. George Nelson for Herman Miller, polished aluminum, plastic laminate, w...
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern George Nelson Furniture

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Metal

Two "Thin Edge" Chest by George Nelson
By George Nelson, Herman Miller
Located in Denton, TX
"Thin Edge" chest of drawers by George Nelson for Herman Miller. These make nice nightstands Measures: cabinet 1. 19.5" deep by 34" wide by 33.25" high cabinet 2. 19.5" Deep by 24...
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern George Nelson Furniture

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Aluminum

George Nelson for Herman Miller Pair of Midcentury Cigar Bubble Pendant Lights
By George Nelson, Herman Miller
Located in Studio City, CA
A fantastic pair of George Nelson for Herman Miller vintage hanging ceiling iconic cigar bubble pendant lights made with translucent plastic poly...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern George Nelson Furniture

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Steel, Wire

Early George Nelson Eog Executive Desk with Return for Herman Miller, 1950s
By Herman Miller, George Nelson
Located in Culver City, CA
Available right now we have this absolutely stunning Mid-Century Modern desk designed by George Nelson for Herman Miller. The Executive Office Group, NO 8000 Series...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage George Nelson Furniture

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Birch, Walnut

Pair of George Nelson for Herman Miller Chest of Drawers
By Herman Miller, George Nelson
Located in London, GB
Made in the United States in middle of the 20th century, this pair of chests are a design classic by George Nelson for Herman Miller. One has three drawers and the other four - ple...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage George Nelson Furniture

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Metal

1950's George Nelson X-Leg Extension Dining Table Model 5062
By Herman Miller, George Nelson
Located in Hanover, MA
Early George Nelson model 5062 X-Leg extension dining table for Herman Miller, 1952. Table has two 12 inch extension leaves and pull-out metal extension tracks. Table is 29 inches...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage George Nelson Furniture

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Iron

George Nelson Mid Century Rosewood Thin Edge 5 Drawer Chest
By George Nelson
Located in Countryside, IL
George Nelson Mid Century Rosewood Thin Edge 5 Drawer Chest This chest of drawers measures: 39.75 wide x 18.5 deep x 40.5 inches high All pieces of furniture can be had in what we ...
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage George Nelson Furniture

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Metal, Chrome

George Nelson Rosewood Thin Edge Dresser for Herman Miller
By Herman Miller, George Nelson
Located in San Francisco, CA
George Nelson design rosewood "Thin Edge" chest or dresser for Herman Miller, U.S.A. Exceptional rosewood grain patterns throughout the case and drawer fronts with new spinning top a...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage George Nelson Furniture

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Aluminum

George Nelson Midcentury Burlwood and Rosewood Grandfather Clock
By George Nelson
Located in Countryside, IL
George Nelson midcentury Burlwood and Rosewood Grandfather Clock This clock measures: 16.5 wide x 9 deep x 72.5 inches high We take our...
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage George Nelson Furniture

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Rosewood, Burl

Mid-Century Pair Walnut Two Door Cabinet George Nelson Herman Miller
By Herman Miller, George Nelson
Located in Baltimore, MD
Remarkably Iconic rare pair of double door cabinets designed by George Nelson for the Herman Miller, Primavera line circa 1950s. Iconic pi...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage George Nelson Furniture

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Metal

George Nelson Vanity Stool Model 4672 for Herman Miller
By George Nelson, Herman Miller
Located in Hanover, MA
George Nelson vanity bench stool model N° 4672 for Herman Miller, designed 1946. Aluminum rods, foam, original fabric covering. Original Herman Miller label present. Produced by Herman Miller from 1946 to 1956. One owner. Cushion dimensions ~3 inches high by 19 inches wide by 15 inches deep.
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1940s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage George Nelson Furniture

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Aluminum

George Nelson Mid Century Rosewood Thin Edge 5 Drawer Chest
By George Nelson
Located in Countryside, IL
George Nelson Mid Century Rosewood Thin Edge 5 Drawer Chest This chest of drawers measures: 39.75 wide x 18.5 deep x 40.5 inches high All pieces of furniture can be had in what we ...
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage George Nelson Furniture

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Metal, Chrome

George Nelson Mid Century Rosewood Thin Edge 5 Drawer Chest – Pair
By George Nelson
Located in Countryside, IL
George Nelson Mid Century Rosewood Thin Edge 5 Drawer Chest – Pair Each chest of drawers measures: 39.75 wide x 18.5 deep x 40.5 inches high All pi...
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage George Nelson Furniture

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Metal, Chrome

Vintage Herman Miller Executive Credenza by George Nelson - 1 File Drawer
By Herman Miller, George Nelson
Located in Chicago, IL
Vintage Herman Miller Executive credenza by George Nelson We have a pair of these (found together) listed separately. These appear to be ups...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern George Nelson Furniture

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Wood

George Nelson for Herman Miller CSS Unit
By George Nelson
Located in Palm Springs, CA
The George Nelson CSS Unit, is a stylish and functional addition to the renowned Herman Miller furniture collection. Designed by the visionary George Nelson, this CSS unit seamlessly combines form and function to elevate any modern workspace or living area. This unit was acquired out of a beautiful Palm Springs estate last year. We finally assembled it in our gallery. There is one additional shelve not pictured. Totally configurable. This unit is likely of mid 1980’s vintage based on the other pieces in the house. It will be disassembled for shipping and will require some installation upon delivery. This unit features the rare record holder and record player holder...
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20th Century American George Nelson Furniture

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Metal

Thin Edge Walnut Dresser with Cabinet by George Nelson for Herman Miller
By George Nelson, Herman Miller
Located in Dorchester, MA
This gorgeous dresser is part of George Nelson's 1950s Thin Edge collection for Herman Miller, which takes its name from the elegant, slim profile. Tapered trestle legs elevate the w...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage George Nelson Furniture

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Aluminum

1950s George Nelson Thin Edge Walnut Dressers for Herman Miller
By George Nelson, Herman Miller
Located in Chino Hills, CA
Just in, two matching dressers designed by George Nelson for Herman Miller, c1950s. Sourced from the original owner in the Pacific Palisades of California, these beauties have receiv...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage George Nelson Furniture

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Metal

George Nelson Rosewood Thin Edge Dresser for Herman Miller
By Herman Miller, George Nelson
Located in Los Angeles, CA
An eight-drawer double dresser from George Nelson’s Thin Edge collection for Herman Miller. Design features the slender rosewood case for which the series was named and a double stac...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern George Nelson Furniture

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Aluminum

George Nelson for Herman Miller Midcentury Leather and Chrome Sling Sofa
By Herman Miller, George Nelson
Located in Countryside, IL
George Nelson for Herman Miller midcentury Leather and Chrome Sling Sofa This sofa measures: 87 wide x 32 deep x 29 inches high, with a seat heigh...
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage George Nelson Furniture

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Chrome

George Nelson for Herman Miller Drop-Leaf Desk Model 4754, ca. 1955
By George Nelson, Herman Miller
Located in Costa Mesa, CA
George Nelson for Herman Miller Drop-Leaf Desk Model 4754, ca. 1955. Professionally restored in showroom condition, this beautiful desk has a drop leaf on the left side with all orig...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage George Nelson Furniture

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Mahogany

George Nelson for Herman Miller 5 Drawer Mid-Century Modern Dresser, circa 1950s
By Herman Miller, George Nelson
Located in Denville, NJ
Highboy dresser by George Nelson for Herman Miller, c.1950’s. This five-drawer dresser features a walnut frame with sculpted original chrome plated metal pulls. Top drawer features s...
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1950s North American Mid-Century Modern Vintage George Nelson Furniture

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Walnut

Pair. George Nelson for Herman Miller Cube Arm Chairs Model 4774
By George Nelson, Herman Miller
Located in New York, NY
Sophisticated, chic, voguish pair of lounge chairs designed by George Nelson for Herman Miller circa 1950s. The chairs feature solid maple frames with thick upholstered seats and bac...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern George Nelson Furniture

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Upholstery, Maple

George Nelson, Pair of Low Tables with Curved Iron Structure
By George Nelson
Located in Milano, IT
COD-1439 George Nelson Pair of low tables with curved iron structure and glass top resting on small colored spheres. UK manufacture, 1950s.
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Mid-20th Century British Mid-Century Modern George Nelson Furniture

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Iron

Postmodern Howard Miller George Nelson 1984 Olympus Table Clock "Tempo 21"
By Howard Miller, George Nelson
Located in Kansas City, MO
Rare "Olympus" table clock by Howard Miller Clock Company. From the 1984 "Tempo 21" collection. The circular red clock face is upheld by a green pyramid base...
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1980s American Post-Modern Vintage George Nelson Furniture

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Aluminum

Thin Line Dresser in Rosewood by George Nelson for Herman Miller
By George Nelson, Herman Miller
Located in Westport, CT
The exquisite Thin Line Rosewood Dresser by George Nelson for Herman Miller, meticulously restored to its original splendor by Stamford Modern. Crafted with timeless elegance, this m...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern George Nelson Furniture

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Aluminum

Vintage Herman Miller Executive Credenza by George Nelson - 4 File Drawers
By Herman Miller, George Nelson
Located in Chicago, IL
Vintage Herman Miller Executive Credenza by George Nelson We have a pair of these (found together) listed separately. These appear to be ups...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern George Nelson Furniture

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Wood

Desk Action Office 1, George Nelson, Herman Miller, Large Version
By Herman Miller, George Nelson
Located in Bern, CH
Design classic desk Action Office 1, George Nelson, Herman Miller, large version. Offered is a rare original design classic rarity, the desk Action Office 1. Model 64 902. Designe...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage George Nelson Furniture

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Metal, Aluminum

Original George Nelson Coconut Chair, Vitra, Black Leather, White Shell, Chrome
By George Nelson
Located in Ft Lauderdale, FL
Original George Nelson Coconut Chair, Vitra, Black Leather, White Shell, Chrome Coconut lounge chair designed by George Nelson for Herman Miller, manufactured by Vitra. Black leather...
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Early 2000s American Mid-Century Modern George Nelson Furniture

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Steel

George Nelson for Herman Miller Rosewood Thin Edge Group Dresser
By George Nelson, Herman Miller
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Spectacular rosewood Thin Edge collection model 5221 eight-drawer dresser, designed by George Nelson for Herman Miller. Drawer fronts show off gorgeous figured rosewood selection, fi...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern George Nelson Furniture

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Rosewood

Midcentury George Nelson Three Drawer Cabinet for Herman Miller
By Herman Miller, George Nelson
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
Gorgeous BCS chest of drawers in original brown ash designed by George Nelson for Herman Miller. This is a very early version with plated metal pulls not aluminum and unusual finished back. This versatile unit is a perfect small dresser, nightstand, or end table. George Nelson, Alexander Girard, and Charles and Ray Eames headed the Herman Miller department for many ground breaking...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern George Nelson Furniture

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Walnut

Postmodern Howard Miller George Nelson 1984 Metro Table Clock "Tempo 21"
By George Nelson, Howard Miller
Located in Kansas City, MO
Rare table clock by Howard Miller Clock Company. From the 1984 "Tempo 21" collection. Navy pyramid base with a cream wavy stem that holds the red and green clock...
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1980s American Post-Modern Vintage George Nelson Furniture

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Aluminum

George Nelson for Herman Miller Walnut Chest of Drawers
By Herman Miller, George Nelson
Located in Dallas, TX
This is a 4 drawer chest in walnut with cast metal pulls, black lacquered angular legs and cast aluminum finger pulls. Top drawer has removable dividers. Designed by George Nelson for Herman Miller, manufactured in Michigan...
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern George Nelson Furniture

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Aluminum

George Nelson Herman Miller Rosewood Thin Edge Eight Drawer Dresser
By George Nelson, Herman Miller
Located in Ferndale, MI
Beautifully grained Rosewood cabinet with two rows of four drawers. Early style turned aluminum pulls on each drawer. Cabinet standing on for turned aluminum legs. This is a classic ...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern George Nelson Furniture

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Aluminum

1970s Mid-Century George Nelson Herman Miller "Action Office" Rolltop Desk Exec.
By George Nelson, Herman Miller
Located in Basel, BS
Very Rare and highly collectible original vintage George Nelson for Herman Miller rolltop "Action Desk". These early productions of these Herman Miller products hold more value than the more modern productions. This desk is beautiful from all angles. It is a brutalist, post modern, collectible work of art. Measures: Height: 34 inches Width: 54 inches Depth: 30 inches. Note: We do have the Herman Miller Aluminum Group desk chair...
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage George Nelson Furniture

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Metal, Aluminum, Chrome

George Nelson Home Office Desk Model 4658 for Herman Miller
By George Nelson, Herman Miller
Located in Dallas, TX
George Nelson & Associates Home Office desk, model 4658 Manufactured by Herman Miller USA, 1946 This example is constructed of combed oak, chrome-plated...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern George Nelson Furniture

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Aluminum, Steel

Set of 6 Herman Miller DAF Chairs Designed by George Nelson in 1958
By George Nelson, Herman Miller
Located in Offenburg, Baden Wurthemberg
Beautiful set of 6 Herman Miller DAF fiberglass chairs, designed by George Nelson. The DAF chair is perfectly suitable as a dining chair and due t...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern George Nelson Furniture

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Aluminum

George Nelson Coconut Lounge Chair in Maharam Mode Goldenrod Fabrics
By George Nelson
Located in Seattle, WA
This is a late 2010s production of the Coconut Chair, Designed by George Nelson's design studio. Introduced in 1956, the Coconut Lounge Chair is one artifact of the burst of crea...
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2010s American Mid-Century Modern George Nelson Furniture

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Fabric

Midcentury George Nelson Slatted Bench for Herman Miller
By George Nelson, Herman Miller
Located in New York, NY
An American Midcentury-Modern classic. This slatted bench was designed by George Nelson for Herman Miller. It comprised of maple with ebonized legs. A design of balance, symmetry, an...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern George Nelson Furniture

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Maple

George Nelson & Associates Kite Table Lamp Howard Miller
By Howard Miller, George Nelson
Located in Miami, FL
George Nelson & Associates Kite table lamp made by Howard Miller. The shade was recently replaced. Chrome was not cleaned and has wear. Please see pictures.
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage George Nelson Furniture

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Chrome

Mid Century George Nelson for Herman Miller Slatted Bench Maple Blonde / Black
By Herman Miller, George Nelson
Located in Buffalo, NY
Beautiful mid century George Nelson Herman Miller slatted bench with Amazing Patina. This bench is 72.25" Long Slatted coffee table or bench. Blonde bench...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage George Nelson Furniture

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Wood, Birch

Howard Miller George Nelson 1984 Checkerboard Table Clock, "Tempo 21" Tower 3
By Howard Miller, George Nelson
Located in Kansas City, MO
Rare postmodern brown and cream checkerboard table clock by Howard Miller Clock Company. From the 1984 "Tempo 21" collection. Slight signs of wear ...
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1980s American Post-Modern Vintage George Nelson Furniture

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Aluminum

George Nelson Walnut Executive and Typewriter Desk Set
By Herman Miller, George Nelson
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Mid-Century Modern, Executive Office Group desk model 9959 and typewriter return desk model 4751 by George Nelson for Herman Miller features a dark walnut finish with steel legs, alu...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern George Nelson Furniture

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Steel

rare bookcase designed "css" model by george nelson for herman miller 1060
By George Nelson
Located in taranto, IT
Rare Sky/Earth modular bookcase model "CSS", designed by George Nelson for Herman Miller, 1960 composed of five height-adjustable aluminium uprights, 10 shelves, two wooden upper com...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage George Nelson Furniture

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Aluminum

Pair George Nelson Thin Edge Rosewood Chests
By George Nelson, Herman Miller
Located in New York, NY
Pair of George Nelson thin edge chests or nightstands. The items are rosewood veneer with four pull-out drawers and metal legs.
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1950s Mid-Century Modern Vintage George Nelson Furniture

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Metal

George Nelson Rosewood Thin Edge Cabinet
By George Nelson
Located in Dallas, TX
A rosewood thin edge cabinet / bookshelf designed by George Nelson for Herman Miller.
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1950s Vintage George Nelson Furniture

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Rosewood

Set of Four George Nelson ''Pretzel'' Armchair Made by ICF, Italy, 1984-1986
By ICF De Padova, George Nelson
Located in Chiavari, Liguria
A rare and beautiful set of four ''Pretzel'' armchairs made in laminated wood and manufactured in the 1984/1986 in Italy by ICF De Padova. Originally designed for Herman Miller in...
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1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage George Nelson Furniture

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Fabric, Ash

George Nelson furniture for sale on 1stDibs.

George Nelson furniture are available for sale on 1stDibs. These distinctive items are frequently made of metal and are designed with extraordinary care. There are many options to choose from in our collection of George Nelson furniture, although brown editions of this piece are particularly popular. Many of the original furniture by George Nelson were created in the mid-century modern style in north america during the 20th century. If you’re looking for additional options, many customers also consider furniture by Drexel, Widdicomb Furniture Co., and John Widdicomb. Prices for George Nelson furniture can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these items begin at $155 and can go as high as $48,500, while a piece like these, on average, fetch $4,411.
Questions About George Nelson Furniture
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    George Nelson was a furniture designer central to the mid-century modern design movement. His best-known creations are the marshmallow sofa, coconut chair, ball clock and bubble lamp series. His style included sleek, thin-edge lines on a variety of furniture still available today. Shop a range of George Nelson furniture designs on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    George Nelson was an American designer, and for a time the lead designer for the famed Herman Miller furniture company. Nelson is often referred to as the founder of American modernist design and often associated with his more inspired pieces such as the Coconut Chair, Marshmallow Sofa and the Ball Clock. Shop a collection of George Nelson furniture designs from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    Modern George Nelson clocks are made in Poland. The company Vitra Designs manufactures the timepieces based on the original designs of the American designer who lived from 1908 to 1986. On 1stDibs, you can shop a selection of George Nelson clocks.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    George Nelson Bubble Lamps are made of steel wires, which form a durable framework for the lamp. A plastic polymer material spread over the wires forms the shade which is translucent to give the lamp a soft glow. Inspired by Swedish lamps, these mid-century modern light fixtures are still made by the legendary furniture manufacturer Herman Miller today. Shop a range of George Nelson Bubble Lamps on 1stDibs.

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