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George Nelson Basic Cabinet

C. 1955 George Nelson Herman Miller Basic Cabinet Series Nightstand / End Table
C. 1955 George Nelson Herman Miller Basic Cabinet Series Nightstand / End Table

C. 1955 George Nelson Herman Miller Basic Cabinet Series Nightstand / End Table

By George Nelson

Located in Philadelphia, PA

This is a Nightstand / Cabinet from George Nelson's Basic Cabinet Series, originally designed in 1946.

Category

Vintage 1950s American Modern End Tables

Materials

Aluminum

C. 1955 George Nelson Herman Miller Basic Cabinet Series Nightstand / End Table
C. 1955 George Nelson Herman Miller Basic Cabinet Series Nightstand / End Table

C. 1955 George Nelson Herman Miller Basic Cabinet Series Nightstand / End Table

By George Nelson

Located in Philadelphia, PA

This is a Nightstand / Cabinet from George Nelson's Basic Cabinet Series, originally designed in 1946.

Category

Vintage 1950s American Modern End Tables

Materials

Aluminum

Vintage 1949 Mid-Century Modern Custom L-Shaped Office Desk by George Nelson
Vintage 1949 Mid-Century Modern Custom L-Shaped Office Desk by George Nelson

Vintage 1949 Mid-Century Modern Custom L-Shaped Office Desk by George Nelson

$14,000Sale Price|60% Off

H 79.5 in W 84 in D 108.5 in

Vintage 1949 Mid-Century Modern Custom L-Shaped Office Desk by George Nelson

By George Nelson, Herman Miller

Located in Lafayette, IN

This remarkable piece is a one-off desk/wardrobe/bar/bookcase/storage cabinet custom-designed by George Nelson in 1949 to match his Basic Cabinet Series (BCS) for Herman Miller.

Category

Vintage 1940s American Mid-Century Modern Desks

Materials

Aluminum

1950s George Nelson for Herman Miller BCS Three Drawer Cabinet (No Bench)
1950s George Nelson for Herman Miller BCS Three Drawer Cabinet (No Bench)

1950s George Nelson for Herman Miller BCS Three Drawer Cabinet (No Bench)

By Herman Miller, George Nelson

Located in Philadelphia, PA

This design was part of George Nelson's Basic Cabinet Series. It features a construction of both solid walnut and walnut veneer.

Category

Vintage 1950s American Modern Cabinets

Materials

Metal

C. 1954 George Nelson For Herman Miller End Table/Cabinet With Glass Top
C. 1954 George Nelson For Herman Miller End Table/Cabinet With Glass Top

C. 1954 George Nelson For Herman Miller End Table/Cabinet With Glass Top

By George Nelson, Herman Miller

Located in Philadelphia, PA

This is an End Table / Cabinet from George Nelson's Basic Cabinet Series, originally designed in 1946.

Category

Vintage 1950s American Modern Side Tables

Materials

Aluminum

C. 1954 George Nelson for Herman Miller Three Drawer Cabinet 34x24x18 in
C. 1954 George Nelson for Herman Miller Three Drawer Cabinet 34x24x18 in

C. 1954 George Nelson for Herman Miller Three Drawer Cabinet 34x24x18 in

By George Nelson, Herman Miller

Located in Philadelphia, PA

This design was part of George Nelson's Basic Cabinet Series. The listed price includes the cabinet itself but does not include the bench it is photographed on.

Category

Vintage 1950s American Modern Cabinets

Materials

Steel

1950s George Nelson for Herman Miller BCS Walnut Three Drawer Cabinet (no bench)
1950s George Nelson for Herman Miller BCS Walnut Three Drawer Cabinet (no bench)

1950s George Nelson for Herman Miller BCS Walnut Three Drawer Cabinet (no bench)

By George Nelson, Herman Miller

Located in Philadelphia, PA

This design was part of George Nelson's Basic Cabinet Series. The listed price includes the cabinet itself but does not include the bench it is photographed on.

Category

Vintage 1950s American Modern Cabinets

Materials

Metal

George Nelson for Herman Miller 'Basic Cabinet Series' Dresser, c. 1955, Signed
George Nelson for Herman Miller 'Basic Cabinet Series' Dresser, c. 1955, Signed

George Nelson for Herman Miller 'Basic Cabinet Series' Dresser, c. 1955, Signed

By George Nelson

Located in Los Angeles, CA

This fantastic chest of drawers was designed by George Nelson for Herman Miller, part of the 'Basic Cabinet Series' and also called 'Primavera', this dresser is signed with a 1950's ...

Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Wood

1950 George Nelson Herman Miller Basic Cabinet Series Two Door Cabinet in Walnut
1950 George Nelson Herman Miller Basic Cabinet Series Two Door Cabinet in Walnut

1950 George Nelson Herman Miller Basic Cabinet Series Two Door Cabinet in Walnut

By Herman Miller, George Nelson

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Listed for sale is a two-door cabinet designed by George Nelson and produced by Herman Miller circa 1950. This is a gorgeous original example, which appears remarkably intact. As not...

Category

Vintage 1950s American Modern Cabinets

Materials

Brass

1950s George Nelson for Herman Miller Basic Cabinet Series (BSC) Credenza
1950s George Nelson for Herman Miller Basic Cabinet Series (BSC) Credenza

1950s George Nelson for Herman Miller Basic Cabinet Series (BSC) Credenza

By George Nelson, Herman Miller

Located in Philadelphia, PA

This is a credenza / dresser, originally designed by George Nelson in 1946 as part of the Basic Cabinet Series.

Category

Vintage 1950s American Modern Credenzas

Materials

Aluminum

George Nelson for Herman Miller Basic Series Walnut Two Door Cabinet - Pair
George Nelson for Herman Miller Basic Series Walnut Two Door Cabinet - Pair

George Nelson for Herman Miller Basic Series Walnut Two Door Cabinet - Pair

By George Nelson, Herman Miller

Located in Franklin Park, IL

George Nelson for Herman Miller Mid Century Basic Series Walnut Two Door Cabinet - Pair Each cabinet measures: 40 wide x 18.5 deep x 39.75 inches high All pieces of furniture can b...

Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Cabinets

Materials

Walnut

C. 1955 George Nelson for Herman Miller Basic Cabinet Series Drop-Front Desk
C. 1955 George Nelson for Herman Miller Basic Cabinet Series Drop-Front Desk

C. 1955 George Nelson for Herman Miller Basic Cabinet Series Drop-Front Desk

By George Nelson, Herman Miller

Located in Philadelphia, PA

This is a George Nelson for Herman Miller Basic Series Secretary Chest, circa 1955.

Category

Vintage 1950s American Modern Cabinets

Materials

Zinc

Pair George Nelson Herman Miller 5-Drawer Chests + Door Primavera Basic Series
Pair George Nelson Herman Miller 5-Drawer Chests + Door Primavera Basic Series

Pair George Nelson Herman Miller 5-Drawer Chests + Door Primavera Basic Series

By Herman Miller, George Nelson

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Rare pair of cabinets or chests made by Herman Miller in the early 1950s and designed by American design icon George Nelson. Each cabinet features primavera construction, a form of b...

Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Wood, Mahogany

Pair of "Basic Cabinet Series" Nightstands by George Nelson for Herman Miller
Pair of "Basic Cabinet Series" Nightstands by George Nelson for Herman Miller

Pair of "Basic Cabinet Series" Nightstands by George Nelson for Herman Miller

By George Nelson, Herman Miller

Located in Kansas City, MO

A pair of "Basic Cabinet Series" nightstands by George Nelson for Herman Miller, Model 4618.

Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Night Stands

Materials

Walnut

Vintage BCS Dresser in Walnut by George Nelson for Herman Miller
Vintage BCS Dresser in Walnut by George Nelson for Herman Miller

Vintage BCS Dresser in Walnut by George Nelson for Herman Miller

By George Nelson, Herman Miller

Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL

Vintage 8 drawer dresser with aluminum drawers pulls and legs designed by George Nelson as part of his Basic Cabinet Series (BCS) for Herman Miller circa 1950s.

Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dressers

Materials

Aluminum

George Nelson Nightstands with Pull Out Tables for Herman Miller
George Nelson Nightstands with Pull Out Tables for Herman Miller

George Nelson Nightstands with Pull Out Tables for Herman Miller

By George Nelson

Located in Cincinnati, OH

A pair of dark ebony toned Mid Century nightstands with pull out bedside table and upper and lower bookcase styled storage . A early designed by George Nelson from his Basic Cabinet ...

Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Night Stands

Materials

Wood

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Midcentury George Nelson for Herman Miller Basic Storage Cabinet
Midcentury George Nelson for Herman Miller Basic Storage Cabinet

Midcentury George Nelson for Herman Miller Basic Storage Cabinet

By George Nelson, Herman Miller

Located in Detroit, MI

This Mid-Century Modern cabinet was designed by George Nelson for Herman Miller in 1946 for his “Basic Series” of modular furniture that coordinate in size, shape, and design and inc...

Category

Vintage 1940s American Mid-Century Modern Cabinets

Materials

Metal

George Nelson Basic Cabinets, a pair
George Nelson Basic Cabinets, a pair

George Nelson Basic Cabinets, a pair

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H 28 in W 24 in D 20 in

George Nelson Basic Cabinets, a pair

By Herman Miller, George Nelson

Located in Portland, OR

A fantastic pair of cabinets by George Nelson from his “Basic Cabinet Series” 1946.

Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Sideboards

Materials

Mahogany

Mid Century George Nelson Basic Cabinet for Herman Miller
Mid Century George Nelson Basic Cabinet for Herman Miller

Mid Century George Nelson Basic Cabinet for Herman Miller

By Herman Miller, George Nelson

Located in San Jose, CA

Vintage two-piece basic cabinet series designed by George Nelson for Herman Miller in mahogany.

Category

Vintage 1940s American Mid-Century Modern Cabinets

Materials

Glass, Mahogany

GEORGE NELSON BASIC CABINET SERIES (BCS) CASE GOODS
GEORGE NELSON BASIC CABINET SERIES (BCS) CASE GOODS

GEORGE NELSON BASIC CABINET SERIES (BCS) CASE GOODS

Located in New York, NY

Designed by George Nelson starting in 1946, the Herman Miller basic cabinet series is a classic casework collection.

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20th Century American Cabinets

Herman Miller George Nelson Basic Cabinet Series, 1952 Dresser Chest of Drawers
Herman Miller George Nelson Basic Cabinet Series, 1952 Dresser Chest of Drawers

Herman Miller George Nelson Basic Cabinet Series, 1952 Dresser Chest of Drawers

By Herman Miller, George Nelson

Located in West Hartford, CT

Rare George Nelson designed classic for Herman Miller, circa 1952. Features the original, coveted squiggly hardware. One of three case pieces of this set that we are selling this wee...

Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Dressers

Materials

Steel

George Nelson Herman Miller Cabinet
George Nelson Herman Miller Cabinet

George Nelson Herman Miller Cabinet

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H 28.5 in W 33 in D 23.5 in

George Nelson Herman Miller Cabinet

By George Nelson

Located in San Francisco, CA

Unusual form from George Nelson's "Basic Cabinet Series" for Herman Miller, circa 1952.

Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Cabinets

Materials

Walnut

George Nelson for Herman Miller Bookcase
George Nelson for Herman Miller Bookcase

George Nelson for Herman Miller Bookcase

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H 39.5 in W 17 in D 12 in

George Nelson for Herman Miller Bookcase

By Herman Miller

Located in San Diego, CA

An unusual configuration on this simple design from George Nelson's Basic Cabinet Group for Herman Miller in rosewood.

Category

20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

Vintage Walnut Credenza/Dresser by George Nelson for Herman Miller
Vintage Walnut Credenza/Dresser by George Nelson for Herman Miller

Vintage Walnut Credenza/Dresser by George Nelson for Herman Miller

By George Nelson, Herman Miller

Located in Oxnard, CA

Here is a phenomenal example of George Nelson's "Basic Cabinet Series" for Herman Miller.

Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Dressers

Materials

Walnut

George Nelson For Herman Miller Basic Cabinet Series Dresser Cabinet
George Nelson For Herman Miller Basic Cabinet Series Dresser Cabinet

George Nelson For Herman Miller Basic Cabinet Series Dresser Cabinet

By George Nelson, Herman Miller

Located in Brooklyn, NY

This streamlined Mid-Century Modern two-door, high boy dresser cabinet is by George Nelson for Herman Miller. Nelson designed a collection in the 1940s for Herman Miller which he cal...

Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dressers

Materials

Aluminum

George Nelson Basic Series Dresser for Herman Miller
George Nelson Basic Series Dresser for Herman Miller

George Nelson Basic Series Dresser for Herman Miller

By George Nelson

Located in San Diego, CA

Beautiful Congo Green Chest of Drawers by George Nelson for Herman Miller. This dresser is from the basic series with its iconic black lacquer wood legs, beautiful mahogany case and ...

Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Dressers

Materials

Metal

George Nelson for Herman Miller Basic Cabinet Series Walnut Bar Cabinet, 1950s
George Nelson for Herman Miller Basic Cabinet Series Walnut Bar Cabinet, 1950s

George Nelson for Herman Miller Basic Cabinet Series Walnut Bar Cabinet, 1950s

By Herman Miller, George Nelson

Located in South Bend, IN

A gorgeous Mid-Century Modern sideboard, buffet server, or bar cabinet By George Nelson for Herman Miller, "Basic Cabinet Series" USA, 1950s Walnut, with black lacquered fee...

Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Cabinets

Materials

Brass

George Nelson for Herman Miller Basic Cabinet Series Walnut Bar Cabinet, 1950s
George Nelson for Herman Miller Basic Cabinet Series Walnut Bar Cabinet, 1950s

George Nelson for Herman Miller Basic Cabinet Series Walnut Bar Cabinet, 1950s

By Herman Miller, George Nelson

Located in South Bend, IN

A gorgeous Mid-Century Modern sideboard, server, bookcase, or bar cabinet By George Nelson for Herman Miller, "Basic Cabinet Series" USA, 1950s Walnut, with black lacquered ...

Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Cabinets

Materials

Brass

Pair of Vintage 1950s Basic Cabinet Series Console Cabinets by George Nelson
Pair of Vintage 1950s Basic Cabinet Series Console Cabinets by George Nelson

Pair of Vintage 1950s Basic Cabinet Series Console Cabinets by George Nelson

By Herman Miller, George Nelson

Located in Lafayette, IN

This is a wonderful pair of 1950s Mid-Century Modern cabinets designed by George Nelson for Herman Miller as part of the Basic Cabinet Series (BCS).

Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Cabinets

Materials

Mahogany

George Nelson for Herman Miller Basic Series Walnut Dresser Cabinet
George Nelson for Herman Miller Basic Series Walnut Dresser Cabinet

George Nelson for Herman Miller Basic Series Walnut Dresser Cabinet

By Herman Miller, George Nelson

Located in Chesterfield, NJ

Handsome and distinctive walnut dresser designed by George Nelson and manufactured by Herman Miller. Part of the Basic Cabinet Series, this dresser has four drawers and one door for ...

Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Dressers

Materials

Aluminum

George Nelson for Herman Miller Basic Series Walnut Dresser Cabinet
George Nelson for Herman Miller Basic Series Walnut Dresser Cabinet

George Nelson for Herman Miller Basic Series Walnut Dresser Cabinet

By Herman Miller, George Nelson

Located in Chesterfield, NJ

Handsome and distinctive walnut dresser designed by George Nelson and manufactured by Herman Miller. Part of the Basic Cabinet Series, this large dresser has five drawers and one doo...

Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Dressers

Materials

Aluminum

George Nelson for Herman Miller Basic Series Walnut Two Door Cabinet
George Nelson for Herman Miller Basic Series Walnut Two Door Cabinet

George Nelson for Herman Miller Basic Series Walnut Two Door Cabinet

By Herman Miller, George Nelson

Located in Chesterfield, NJ

Handsome and distinctive walnut cabinet designed by George Nelson and manufactured by Herman Miller.

Category

Vintage 1940s American Mid-Century Modern Cabinets

Materials

Metal

George Nelson for Herman Miller Basic Storage Dresser Cabinet in Walnut
George Nelson for Herman Miller Basic Storage Dresser Cabinet in Walnut

George Nelson for Herman Miller Basic Storage Dresser Cabinet in Walnut

By Herman Miller, George Nelson

Located in Hudson, NY

Handsome walnut 'Basic Storage Unit' cabinet designed by George Nelson and manufactured by Herman Miller.

Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dressers

Materials

Metal

George Nelson ; Basic Storage Cabinet
George Nelson ; Basic Storage Cabinet

George Nelson ; Basic Storage Cabinet

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H 29.75 in W 34 in D 18.5 in

George Nelson ; Basic Storage Cabinet

Located in Wargrave, Berkshire

George Nelson for Herman Miller , an oak four drawer cabinet with ebonized legs . Lower drawer and top one have original dividers , 1950's foil label to inside . "j" pulls all correc...

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Vintage 1950s American Cabinets

Vintage Walnut Basic Cabinet Series Dresser by George Nelson for Herman Miller
Vintage Walnut Basic Cabinet Series Dresser by George Nelson for Herman Miller

Vintage Walnut Basic Cabinet Series Dresser by George Nelson for Herman Miller

By Herman Miller, George Nelson

Located in San Jose, CA

Mid-Century Modern BCS dresser chest model no. 4621 designed by George Nelson for Herman Miller in walnut circa 1950s. This piece offers plenty of storage including five dovetailed d...

Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Dressers

Materials

Steel, Chrome

George Nelson Basic Series Dresser for Herman Miller in white and walnut.
George Nelson Basic Series Dresser for Herman Miller in white and walnut.

George Nelson Basic Series Dresser for Herman Miller in white and walnut.

By George Nelson

Located in San Diego, CA

Beautiful White and Walnut Chest of Drawers by George Nelson for Herman Miller. This dresser is from the Basic series with its iconic black lacquer wood legs, beautiful walnut case a...

Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Dressers

Materials

Metal

George Nelson for Herman Miller Cabinet
George Nelson for Herman Miller Cabinet

George Nelson for Herman Miller Cabinet

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H 39.5 in W 49 in D 18.5 in

George Nelson for Herman Miller Cabinet

By George Nelson, Herman Miller

Located in Philadelphia, PA

George Nelson Basic Series cabinet. 2 drawers up top with 2 doors below.

Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Dressers

Materials

Metal

George Nelson for Herman Miller Cabinet Refinished!
George Nelson for Herman Miller Cabinet Refinished!

George Nelson for Herman Miller Cabinet Refinished!

By George Nelson, Herman Miller

Located in Philadelphia, PA

George Nelson basic Series cabinet. 2 drawers up top with 2 doors below.

Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Dressers

Materials

Metal

George Nelson for Herman Miller Cabinet or Dresser
George Nelson for Herman Miller Cabinet or Dresser

George Nelson for Herman Miller Cabinet or Dresser

By George Nelson, Herman Miller

Located in Houston, TX

Beautiful cabinet or dresser designed by George Nelson for his "Basic Cabinet Series" for Herman Miller, circa 1952.

Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Cabinets

Materials

Walnut

George Nelson for Herman Miller Basic Storage 3 Drawer Dresser in Walnut
George Nelson for Herman Miller Basic Storage 3 Drawer Dresser in Walnut

George Nelson for Herman Miller Basic Storage 3 Drawer Dresser in Walnut

By George Nelson, Herman Miller

Located in Hudson, NY

Handsome walnut 'Basic Storage Unit' three drawer dresser designed by George Nelson and manufactured by Herman Miller.

Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dressers

Materials

Metal

George Nelson for Herman Miller Walnut Bar Cabinet, 1950s
George Nelson for Herman Miller Walnut Bar Cabinet, 1950s

George Nelson for Herman Miller Walnut Bar Cabinet, 1950s

By George Nelson, Herman Miller

Located in South Bend, IN

A gorgeous Mid-Century Modern compact credenza, record cabinet, or bar cabinet By George Nelson for Herman Miller, "Basic Cabinet Series" USA, 1950s Walnut, with black lacqu...

Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Cabinets

Materials

Brass

Herman Miller George Nelson Five Drawer Dresser Chest Drawers Basic Series 1952
Herman Miller George Nelson Five Drawer Dresser Chest Drawers Basic Series 1952

Herman Miller George Nelson Five Drawer Dresser Chest Drawers Basic Series 1952

By George Nelson, Herman Miller

Located in West Hartford, CT

Rare George Nelson designed classic for Herman Miller circa 1952. Features the original, coveted squiggly hardware. One of three case pieces of this set that we are selling this week...

Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Steel

Herman Miller George Nelson Designed Dresser Chest of Drawers Basic Series, 1952
Herman Miller George Nelson Designed Dresser Chest of Drawers Basic Series, 1952

Herman Miller George Nelson Designed Dresser Chest of Drawers Basic Series, 1952

By George Nelson, Herman Miller

Located in West Hartford, CT

Rare George Nelson designed classic for Herman Miller, circa 1952. Features the original, coveted squiggly hardware. One of three case pieces of this set that we are selling this wee...

Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Steel

George Nelson Cabinet
George Nelson Cabinet

George Nelson Cabinet

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H 40 in W 40 in D 18.5 in

George Nelson Cabinet

Located in San Francisco, CA

George Nelson design for Herman Miller basic cabinet series with X pulls, completely restored.

Category

Vintage 1950s American Cabinets

Materials

Walnut

1950s George Nelson for Herman Miller Model No.4712 Walnut Bureau
1950s George Nelson for Herman Miller Model No.4712 Walnut Bureau

1950s George Nelson for Herman Miller Model No.4712 Walnut Bureau

By George Nelson, Herman Miller

Located in Hyattsville, MD

Original Finish and All Original as built from Herman Miller factory. USA, c.1960s. George Nelson and Associates 4712 Basic Cabinet Casegood Series in Walnut and Chrome.

Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Cabinets

Materials

Aluminum, Steel

George Nelson for Herman Miller Walnut Highboy Dresser, Newly Restored
George Nelson for Herman Miller Walnut Highboy Dresser, Newly Restored

George Nelson for Herman Miller Walnut Highboy Dresser, Newly Restored

By George Nelson, Herman Miller

Located in South Bend, IN

An exceptional Mid-Century Modern walnut five-drawer highboy dresser chest By George Nelson for Herman Miller "Basic Cabinet Series" USA, 1950s Measures: 40.13"W × 18.5"D × ...

Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Dressers

Materials

Chrome

George Nelson for Herman Miller Walnut Chest of Drawers, 1950s
George Nelson for Herman Miller Walnut Chest of Drawers, 1950s

George Nelson for Herman Miller Walnut Chest of Drawers, 1950s

By Herman Miller, George Nelson

Located in South Bend, IN

An exceptional mid-century modern five-drawer dresser chest By George Nelson for Herman Miller, "Basic Cabinet Series" USA, 1950s Walnut, with original aluminum hardware.

Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Aluminum

George Nelson for Herman Miller Black Lacquered Dresser Chests, Newly Refinished
George Nelson for Herman Miller Black Lacquered Dresser Chests, Newly Refinished

George Nelson for Herman Miller Black Lacquered Dresser Chests, Newly Refinished

By Herman Miller, George Nelson

Located in South Bend, IN

An exceptional pair of Mid-Century Modern four-drawer dressers, chests of drawers, or large bedside chests By George Nelson for Herman Miller, "Basic Cabinet Series" USA, 1950s...

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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Aluminum

George Nelson for Herman Miller Black Lacquered Dresser Chest, Newly Refinished
George Nelson for Herman Miller Black Lacquered Dresser Chest, Newly Refinished

George Nelson for Herman Miller Black Lacquered Dresser Chest, Newly Refinished

By Herman Miller, George Nelson

Located in South Bend, IN

An exceptional mid-century modern four-drawer dresser or chests of drawers By George Nelson for Herman Miller, "Basic Cabinet Series" USA, 1950s Black lacquered walnut, with...

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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Aluminum

George Nelson Basic Cabinet Series Cabinet
George Nelson Basic Cabinet Series Cabinet

George Nelson Basic Cabinet Series Cabinet

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H 29.75 in W 56.375 in D 18.5 in

George Nelson Basic Cabinet Series Cabinet

By Herman Miller, George Nelson

Located in Highland, IN

From Nelson versatile line of case goods for Herman Miller, this model 4712 basic cabinet group chest features four doors and a door concealing an adjustable shelf in an asymmetrical...

Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Cabinets

Materials

Steel

Early George Nelson Basic Cabinet by Herman Miller
Early George Nelson Basic Cabinet by Herman Miller

Early George Nelson Basic Cabinet by Herman Miller

By Herman Miller, George Nelson

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Very unique vintage cabinet designed by George Nelson and manufactured by Herman Miller at their Zeeland, Michigan factory. This early example features an unusual mahogany constructi...

Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Cabinets

Materials

Wood, Mahogany

1950s George Nelson for Herman Miller Two-Door Cabinet in Walnut 4632 (No Bench)
1950s George Nelson for Herman Miller Two-Door Cabinet in Walnut 4632 (No Bench)

1950s George Nelson for Herman Miller Two-Door Cabinet in Walnut 4632 (No Bench)

By Herman Miller, George Nelson

Located in Philadelphia, PA

This design was part of George Nelson's Basic Cabinet Series. The listed price includes the cabinet itself, excluding the Nelson bench as photographed.

Category

Vintage 1950s American Modern Cabinets

Materials

Steel

Vintage 1949 Mid-Century Modern Custom King-Size Bed Headboard by George Nelson
Vintage 1949 Mid-Century Modern Custom King-Size Bed Headboard by George Nelson

Vintage 1949 Mid-Century Modern Custom King-Size Bed Headboard by George Nelson

By George Nelson, Herman Miller

Located in Lafayette, IN

This remarkable piece is a one-off headboard/dresser/nightstand/mirror combo custom designed by George Nelson in 1949 to match his Basic Cabinet Series (BCS) for Herman Miller.

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Vintage 1940s American Mid-Century Modern Beds and Bed Frames

Materials

Maple

George Nelson Herman Miller Basic Series Gentleman's Cabinet Dresser
George Nelson Herman Miller Basic Series Gentleman's Cabinet Dresser

George Nelson Herman Miller Basic Series Gentleman's Cabinet Dresser

By George Nelson

Located in St.Petersburg, FL

A classic George Nelson for Herman Miller, basic series cabinet with 5 drawers on one side and a gentleman's wardrobe on the other.

Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Cabinets

Materials

Steel

George Nelson Herman Miller Basic Series Cabinet Dresser
George Nelson Herman Miller Basic Series Cabinet Dresser

George Nelson Herman Miller Basic Series Cabinet Dresser

By Herman Miller, George Nelson

Located in New York, NY

Classic midcentury cabinet from recognized master of the genre George Nelson for Herman Miller.

Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dressers

Materials

Chrome

George Nelson Walnut Basic Cabinet Group Dresser (for Marylin)
George Nelson Walnut Basic Cabinet Group Dresser (for Marylin)

George Nelson Walnut Basic Cabinet Group Dresser (for Marylin)

By Herman Miller, George Nelson

Located in Highland, IN

George Nelson's Classic case good design, the "Basic Cabinet Series" was offered in a range of sizes and configurations with a selection of pulls and leg options.

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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Dressers

Materials

Walnut

George Nelson Pair of Walnut Basic Cabinet Group Dressers
George Nelson Pair of Walnut Basic Cabinet Group Dressers

George Nelson Pair of Walnut Basic Cabinet Group Dressers

By Herman Miller, George Nelson

Located in Highland, IN

George Nelson's Classic case good design, the "Basic Cabinet Series" was offered in a range of sizes and configurations with a selection of pulls and leg options.

Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Dressers

Materials

Walnut

Mid Century George Nelson for Herman Miller Basic Storage Cabinet
Mid Century George Nelson for Herman Miller Basic Storage Cabinet

Mid Century George Nelson for Herman Miller Basic Storage Cabinet

By Herman Miller, George Nelson

Located in Detroit, MI

This Mid-Century Modern cabinet was designed by George Nelson for Herman Miller in 1946 for his “Basic Series” of modular furniture that coordinate in size, shape, and design and inc...

Category

Vintage 1980s American Mid-Century Modern Cabinets

Materials

Metal

George Nelson for Herman Miller Basic Cabinet Series 3-Piece Sideboard Cabinet
George Nelson for Herman Miller Basic Cabinet Series 3-Piece Sideboard Cabinet

George Nelson for Herman Miller Basic Cabinet Series 3-Piece Sideboard Cabinet

By Herman Miller, George Nelson

Located in South Bend, IN

A gorgeous mid-century modern three-piece sideboard, buffet server, or bar cabinet By George Nelson for Herman Miller, "Basic Cabinet Series" USA, 1950s Walnut, with black lacquer...

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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Sideboards

Materials

Brass

George Nelson Credenza for Herman Miller Basic Cabinet Series, Midcentury Modern
George Nelson Credenza for Herman Miller Basic Cabinet Series, Midcentury Modern

George Nelson Credenza for Herman Miller Basic Cabinet Series, Midcentury Modern

By Herman Miller, George Nelson

Located in Decatur, GA

George Nelson for Herman Miller Mid-Century Modern credenza, circa 1950s.

Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

Materials

Aluminum

George Nelson for Herman Miller Basic Series Walnut Cabinet Chest of Drawers
George Nelson for Herman Miller Basic Series Walnut Cabinet Chest of Drawers

George Nelson for Herman Miller Basic Series Walnut Cabinet Chest of Drawers

By Herman Miller, George Nelson

Located in Chesterfield, NJ

Handsome and distinctive walnut chest of drawers designed by George Nelson and manufactured by Herman Miller. Part of the Basic Cabinet Series, this cabinet has four drawers.

Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Dressers

Materials

Aluminum

Vintage Walnut Basic Cabinet Series Bookcase by George Nelson for Herman Miller
Vintage Walnut Basic Cabinet Series Bookcase by George Nelson for Herman Miller

Vintage Walnut Basic Cabinet Series Bookcase by George Nelson for Herman Miller

By George Nelson, Herman Miller

Located in San Jose, CA

Mid-Century Modern display bookcase designed by George Nelson for Herman Miller in walnut, circa 1950s.

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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

Materials

Birch, Walnut, Glass

Early Basic Cabinet Series Walnut Sideboard Credenza by George Nelson for Herman
Early Basic Cabinet Series Walnut Sideboard Credenza by George Nelson for Herman

Early Basic Cabinet Series Walnut Sideboard Credenza by George Nelson for Herman

By Herman Miller, George Nelson

Located in Topeka, KS

Handsome BCS Basic Cabinet Series sideboard or credenza in walnut designed by George Nelson for Herman Miller.

Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

Materials

Aluminum, Chrome

George Nelson for Herman Miller Cabinet
George Nelson for Herman Miller Cabinet

George Nelson for Herman Miller Cabinet

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H 29.75 in W 24 in D 18.5 in

George Nelson for Herman Miller Cabinet

By George Nelson, Herman Miller

Located in Houston, TX

Small cabinet designed by George Nelson for his "Basic Cabinet Series" for Herman Miller, circa 1952.

Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Cabinets

Materials

Walnut

George Nelson Herman Miller Basic Series Squiggle Handle Lingerie Chest
George Nelson Herman Miller Basic Series Squiggle Handle Lingerie Chest

George Nelson Herman Miller Basic Series Squiggle Handle Lingerie Chest

By Herman Miller, George Nelson

Located in New York, NY

Hard to find 5-drawer lingerie chest with squiggle handle designed by George Nelson for Herman Miller. Classic midcentury chest, sophisticated, chic and stylish. This example is in g...

Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Steel

Pair of George Nelson for Herman Miller 5-Drawer Chests Primavera Basic Series
Pair of George Nelson for Herman Miller 5-Drawer Chests Primavera Basic Series

Pair of George Nelson for Herman Miller 5-Drawer Chests Primavera Basic Series

By Herman Miller, George Nelson

Located in Philadelphia, PA

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George Nelson for Herman Miller Walnut Gentleman's Chest, 1950s
George Nelson for Herman Miller Walnut Gentleman's Chest, 1950s

George Nelson for Herman Miller Walnut Gentleman's Chest, 1950s

By George Nelson, Herman Miller

Located in South Bend, IN

A sleek and stylish Mid-Century Modern dresser or gentleman's chest of drawers By George Nelson for Herman Miller, "Basic Cabinet Series" USA, 1950s Walnut, with original al...

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George Nelson for Herman Miller Primavera Two Tone Credenza, Sideboard
George Nelson for Herman Miller Primavera Two Tone Credenza, Sideboard

George Nelson for Herman Miller Primavera Two Tone Credenza, Sideboard

By George Nelson, Herman Miller

Located in Bainbridge, NY

George Nelson for Herman Miller 4712 basic cabinet series Primavera credenza, sideboard, 1950's.

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George Nelson Basic Cabinet Group

By George Nelson, Herman Miller

Located in New York, NY

Three pieces from the Basic Cabinet Series designed by George Nelson and produced by Herman Miller, 1950's.

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George Nelson Primavera Basic Cabinet Bookcase Manufactured by Herman Miller
George Nelson Primavera Basic Cabinet Bookcase Manufactured by Herman Miller

George Nelson Primavera Basic Cabinet Bookcase Manufactured by Herman Miller

By George Nelson

Located in Maastricht, NL

Rare Nelson primavera sideboard in good condition with really nice overall vintage patina.

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Pair of Combed Oak George Nelson Basic Storage Cabinets, Herman Miller
Pair of Combed Oak George Nelson Basic Storage Cabinets, Herman Miller

Pair of Combed Oak George Nelson Basic Storage Cabinets, Herman Miller

By George Nelson

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Pair of combed oak George Nelson basic storage cabinets with M pulls, designed for Herman Miller, circa 1948.

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George Nelson for Herman Miller “Basic Cabinet Series” Dresser
George Nelson for Herman Miller “Basic Cabinet Series” Dresser

George Nelson for Herman Miller “Basic Cabinet Series” Dresser

By George Nelson, Herman Miller

Located in San Francisco, CA

A Mid-Century Modern five-drawer walnut dresser or chest by George Nelson from his “Basic Cabinet Series” for Herman Miller.

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George Nelson basic series cabinet

George Nelson basic series cabinet

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George Nelson basic series cabinet

Located in New York, NY

George Nelson basic series cabinet with original brass Gilbert Rohde handles.

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George Nelson Basic Cabinet For Sale on 1stDibs

Find many varieties of an authentic george nelson basic cabinet available at 1stDibs. Frequently made of wood, walnut and metal, every george nelson basic cabinet was constructed with great care. There are many kinds of the george nelson basic cabinet you’re looking for, from those produced as long ago as the 20th Century to those made as recently as the 20th Century. When you’re browsing for the right george nelson basic cabinet, those designed in Mid-Century Modern styles are of considerable interest. George Nelson and Herman Miller each produced at least one beautiful george nelson basic cabinet that is worth considering.

How Much is a George Nelson Basic Cabinet?

Prices for a george nelson basic cabinet can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, they begin at $1,950 and can go as high as $15,000, while the average can fetch as much as $4,500.

George Nelson for sale on 1stDibs

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.

Finding the Right Case Pieces And Storage Cabinets for You

Of all the vintage storage cabinets and antique case pieces that have become popular in modern interiors over the years, dressers, credenzas and cabinets have long been home staples, perfect for routine storage or protection of personal items. 

In the mid-19th century, cabinetmakers would mimic styles originating in the Louis XIV, Louis XV and Louis XVI eras for their dressers, bookshelves and other structures, and, later, simpler, streamlined wood designs allowed these “case pieces” or “case goods” — any furnishing that is unupholstered and has some semblance of a storage component — to blend into the background of any interior. 

Mid-century modern furniture enthusiasts will cite the tall modular wall units crafted in teak and other sought-after woods of the era by the likes of George Nelson, Poul Cadovius and Finn Juhl. For these highly customizable furnishings, designers of the day delivered an alternative to big, heavy bookcases by considering the use of space — and, in particular, walls — in new and innovative ways. Mid-century modern credenzas, which, long and low, evolved from tables that were built as early as the 14th century in Italy, typically have no legs or very short legs and have grown in popularity as an alluring storage option over time. 

Although the name immediately invokes images of clothing, dressers were initially created in Europe for a much different purpose. This furnishing was initially a flat-surfaced, low-profile side table equipped with a few drawers — a common fixture used to dress and prepare meats in English kitchens throughout the Tudor period. The drawers served as perfect utensil storage. It wasn’t until the design made its way to North America that it became enlarged and equipped with enough space to hold clothing and cosmetics. The very history of case pieces is a testament to their versatility and well-earned place in any room. 

In the spirit of positioning your case goods center stage, decluttering can now be design-minded.

A contemporary case piece with open shelving and painted wood details can prove functional as a storage unit as easily as it can a room divider. Alternatively, apothecary cabinets are charming case goods similar in size to early dressers or commodes but with uniquely sized shelving and (often numerous) drawers.

Whether you’re seeking a playful sideboard that features colored glass and metal details, an antique Italian hand-carved storage cabinet or a glass-door vitrine to store and show off your collectibles, there are options for you on 1stDibs.