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What is a Nelson sofa?
A Nelson sofa is a sofa designed by George Nelson. Introduced in 1968, it features an exposed wooden frame and button-tufted cushions outlined by piping. The American industrial designer created the piece for Herman Miller, and the company continues to manufacture and sell it today. Explore a variety of George Nelson sofas from some of the world's top sellers on 1stDibs.
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George Nelson for Herman Miller Marshmallow Sofa in White Leather
By Herman Miller, George Nelson
Located in Palm Springs, CA
A wonderful design by George Nelson for Herman Miller this marshmallow sofa is a sculptural icon. The sofa is done in white leather and bears the Herman Miller tag on the back. The s...
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Early 2000s American Sofas

Materials

Steel

Limited Edition Multicolor George Nelson For Herman Miller Marshmallow Sofa
By Herman Miller, Irving Harper, George Nelson
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
George Nelson Office – Limited Edition Marshmallow Sofa Designed by Irving Harper for the George Nelson office, this multicolored Marshmallow Sofa is a limited edition piece manufact...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Aluminum, Steel, Chrome

George Nelson Marshmallow Sofa
By George Nelson
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
George Nelson Marshmallow sofa, model 5670 Manufactured by Herman Miller A great example of an iconic form.
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Vintage 1950s American Sofas

Materials

Chrome, Stainless Steel, Steel

George Nelson for Herman Miller Sling Sofa, Model 6832 (1963)
By George Nelson
Located in Pittsburgh, PA
A striking example of mid-century modern design, this Model 6832 Sling Sofa was designed by George Nelson for Herman Miller in 1963.  Featuring black leather cushions suspended withi...
Category

Vintage 1960s Sofas

Materials

Chrome

George Nelson Modular Sofa Table System Herman Miller
By George Nelson, Herman Miller
Located in Berlin, BE
This original George Nelson Modular Sofa Table System for Herman Miller is a versatile and well-preserved example of Mid-Century Modern design. The system combines two upholstered se...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Steel

George Nelson for Hermann Miller Modular 3-Seater Sofa, 1960s
By George Nelson, Herman Miller
Located in Naples, IT
Modular 3-seater sofa designed by George Miller in 1956. The sofa incorporates a system of modules that allows you to choose the seating arrangement, the coffee table and chest of dr...
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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather, Wood

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