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Are Herman Miller desks worth it?
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Many furniture lovers believe that Herman Miller desks are worth it. No other business of its kind did more than the Herman Miller Furniture Company to introduce modern design into American homes. Working with legendary designers such as Charles and Ray Eames, George Nelson and Alexander Girard, the Zeeland, Michigan-based firm fostered some of the boldest expressions of what we now call mid-century modern style. However, whether or not it’s worth investing in Herman Miller desks is totally subjective! At 1stDibs, we believe in buying what you love. Our shopping experience enables discovery and learning, whether you are a seasoned connoisseur or just beginning your collection. Find Herman Miller desks and other furniture on 1stDibs.
1stDibs ExpertOctober 30, 2024
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Expertly Restored- George Nelson Multi-Color Lacquered Dresser for Herman Miller
By George Nelson, Herman Miller
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Materials
Walnut-Stained Primavera Wood, Satin-Lacquered Painted Wood, Brass Handles
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Transforming a piece of Mid-Century Modern furniture is...
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Dressers
Materials
Brass
George Nelson for Herman Miller Coffee Table - Model 5756 - Walnut + Aluminum
By Herman Miller, George Nelson
Located in Decatur, GA
Scarce George Nelson for Herman Miller Model 5756 Cocktail Table in walnut and aluminum, circa 1950s. The juxtaposition of the hard lines and right angles of the aluminum base agains...
Category
Vintage 1950s American Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Aluminum
Eames Time Life "Lobby" Chair - Green Leather - 1st Generation Model 675
By Charles and Ray Eames, Ray Eames, Charles Eames, Herman Miller
Located in Decatur, GA
Time Life Lobby Chair by Ray and Charles Eames for Herman Miller, circa 1960. Rare 1st Gen in original British Racing Green leather.
In very good, all original condition. The green ...
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Materials
Aluminum
George Nelson for Herman Miller Vanity Stool
By Herman Miller, George Nelson
Located in New York, NY
Hard to find George Nelson for Herman Miller vanity bench, newly reupholstered in mohair fabric. This example is in very good, clean and ready to ...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Stools
Materials
Mohair, Wood
'Soft Pad' Swivel / Desk Chair by Charles Eames for Herman Miller, 1984, Signed
By Charles Eames, Ray Eames, Herman Miller
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A fantastic early production collectors example, this brown leather swivel desk chair by Charles and Ray Eames for Herman Miller is part of the iconic Soft Pad series, originally int...
Category
Vintage 1980s American Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Materials
Aluminum
3rd Generation Eames Lounge Chair in Brazilian Rosewood and Oxblood Leather
By Herman Miller, Charles and Ray Eames
Located in San Diego, CA
A beautifully 3rd-generation Eames Lounge Chair in Brazilian rosewood and Oxblood leather. Refinished and Restored Rosewood Shells in a very rare and unusual lighter variety, New Lea...
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Aluminum


