George Nelson Book Case
George Nelson CSS Book Shelve System Circa 1960s for Herman Miller
By George Nelson
Located in Emeryville, CA
Herman Miller introduced George Nelson’s Comprehensive Storage System (CSS) in 1959 and produced it
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George Nelson CSS Book Shelf Wall Unit with Desk Herman Miller Circa 1955
By George Nelson
Located in Emeryville, CA
Herman Miller introduced George Nelson’s Comprehensive Storage System (CSS) in 1959 and produced it
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20th Century by George Nelson Bookcase
By George Nelson
Located in CANTELEU, FR
George Nelson's large bookcase, produced by Mobilier International and model CSS (Comprehensive
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George Nelson Rosewood Thin Edge 4 drawer Dresser by Herman Miller #2
By George Nelson
Located in San Diego, CA
A rosewood thin edge chest designed by George Nelson for Herman Miller with exquisite rosewood
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Outstanding Early George Nelson C S S, , 4-Bay Wall System, Herman Miller
By Herman Miller, George Nelson
Located in Buffalo, NY
Outstanding and Early George Nelson C S S (comprehensive storage system) ,,manufactured by Herman
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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Shelves
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Aluminum, Steel
H 95 in W 129.25 in D 18.5 in
Vintage 1949 Mid-Century Modern Custom L-Shaped Office Desk by George Nelson
By Herman Miller, George Nelson
Located in Lafayette, IN
George Nelson in 1949 to match his Basic Cabinet Series (BCS) for Herman Miller. The desk was made
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Vintage 1940s American Mid-Century Modern Desks
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Aluminum
H 79.5 in W 84 in D 108.5 in
Norman Cherner Double High Cabinet for Multiflex Corp.
By Multiflex Corp., Norman Cherner
Located in New York, NY
Multiflex Corp circa 1954. The Studio Group was featured in George Nelson’s Storage book and was a MoMA Good
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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
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Norman Cherner Cabinet for Multiflex Corp.
By Multiflex Corp., Norman Cherner
Located in New York, NY
. The Studio Group was featured in George Nelson’s Storage book and was a MoMA Good Design selection in
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Norman Cherner Chest of Drawers for Multiflex Corp
By Norman Cherner, Multiflex Corp.
Located in New York, NY
the overall graphic scheme of contrasting stripes. The Studio Group was featured in George Nelson
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Choose from an assortment of styles, material and more with respect to the george nelson book case you’re looking for at 1stDibs. Each george nelson book case for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using wood, metal and walnut. Whether you’re looking for an older or newer george nelson book case, there are earlier versions available from the 20th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 20th Century. Each george nelson book case bearing mid-century modern hallmarks is very popular. You’ll likely find more than one george nelson book case that is appealing in its simplicity, but George Nelson, Herman Miller and Multiflex Corp. produced versions that are worth a look.
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Finding the Right storage-case-pieces for You
Of all the antique and vintage case pieces and storage cabinets 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 storage 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. Whether you’re seeking a playful sideboard made of colored glass and metals, 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.
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