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What is a Nelson sofa?
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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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Limited Edition Multicolor George Nelson For Herman Miller Marshmallow Sofa
By Irving Harper, Herman Miller, 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...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Aluminum, Steel, Chrome
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...
Category
Early 2000s American Sofas
Materials
Steel
George Nelson & Associates "Sling" Sofa
By George Nelson
Located in Astoria, NY
George Nelson (American, 1908-1986) and Associates "Sling" Sofa, Model 6381, with black leather cushions on chrome-plated frame.
29" H x 62" W x 36" D; seat: 17" H.
Provenance: Wri...
Category
Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
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.
Category
Vintage 1950s American Sofas
Materials
Chrome, Stainless Steel, Steel
George Nelson & Associates "Sling" Sofa
By George Nelson
Located in Astoria, NY
George Nelson (American, 1908-1986) and Associates "Sling" Sofa, Model 6381, with black leather cushions on chrome-plated frame.
29" H x 62" W x 36" D; seat: 17" H.
Provenance: Wri...
Category
Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Chrome
George Nelson for Herman Miller 0639 Mid Century Sofa
By Herman Miller, George Nelson
Located in Franklin Park, IL
George Nelson for Herman Miller 0639 Mid Century Sofa
This sofa measures: 95.5 wide x 30.5 deep x 27.25 inches high, with a seat height of 15.75 and arm height of 22 inches
Good Vi...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Upholstery


