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American Mid-Century Modern "Marshmallow” Sofa, George Nelson, 1956
American Mid-Century Modern "Marshmallow” Sofa, George Nelson, 1956

American Mid-Century Modern "Marshmallow” Sofa, George Nelson, 1956

By George Nelson

Located in New York, NY

Designed by George Nelson and Irving Harper in 1956, the Marshmallow Sofa is known for its construction of individual, circular upholstered discs mounted on a steel frame. The discs ...

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Sofas

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Metal, Steel

George Nelson for Herman Miller Mid Century Modern Chest of Drawers 1955 Maple
George Nelson for Herman Miller Mid Century Modern Chest of Drawers 1955 Maple

George Nelson for Herman Miller Mid Century Modern Chest of Drawers 1955 Maple

By George Nelson

Located in Dallas, TX

A stunning example of mid-century modern craftsmanship, this George Nelson three-drawer cabinet from the Basic Cabinet Series embodies timeless elegance. Designed in the 1950s, it sh...

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

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Birch, Lacquer

George Nelson Vanity Stool Model 4672 for Herman Miller
George Nelson Vanity Stool Model 4672 for Herman Miller

George Nelson Vanity Stool Model 4672 for Herman Miller

By George Nelson, Herman Miller

Located in Hanover, MA

George Nelson vanity bench stool model N° 4672 for Herman Miller, designed 1946. Aluminum rods, foam, original fabric covering. Original Herman Miller label present. Produced by ...

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Vintage 1940s American Mid-Century Modern Stools

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Aluminum

1950s Custom Ball Tripod Table Lamp Pair Style Nelson
1950s Custom Ball Tripod Table Lamp Pair Style Nelson

1950s Custom Ball Tripod Table Lamp Pair Style Nelson

By George Nelson

Located in Chula Vista, CA

1960s MCM Style of George Nelson Ball Tripod Lamps 25.5 h x 12.25 diameter Custom piece Preowned unrestored vintage condition Refer to images Local delivery is available. LA OC Palm ...

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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

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Metal

Limited Edition Multicolor George Nelson For Herman Miller Marshmallow Sofa
Limited Edition Multicolor George Nelson For Herman Miller Marshmallow Sofa

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...

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21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Aluminum, Steel, Chrome

Vintage Design Nelson Swivel Pedestal Stool for Herman Miller, 1970s
Vintage Design Nelson Swivel Pedestal Stool for Herman Miller, 1970s

Vintage Design Nelson Swivel Pedestal Stool for Herman Miller, 1970s

By Herman Miller, George Nelson

Located in Renens, CH

Vintage Design Nelson Swivel Pedestal Stool for Herman Miller, 1960s Stool from the Pedestal series by George Nelson, with cover in playful orange vinyl.

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Stools

Materials

Metal

Vintage Design Nelson Swivel Pedestal Stool for Herman Miller, 1970s
Vintage Design Nelson Swivel Pedestal Stool for Herman Miller, 1970s

Vintage Design Nelson Swivel Pedestal Stool for Herman Miller, 1970s

By Herman Miller, George Nelson

Located in Renens, CH

Vintage Design Nelson Swivel Pedestal Stool for Herman Miller, 1960s Stool from the Pedestal series by George Nelson, with cover in playful orange vinyl.

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Stools

Materials

Metal

Vintage Design Nelson Swivel Pedestal Stool for Herman Miller, 1960s
Vintage Design Nelson Swivel Pedestal Stool for Herman Miller, 1960s

Vintage Design Nelson Swivel Pedestal Stool for Herman Miller, 1960s

By Herman Miller, George Nelson

Located in Renens, CH

Vintage Design Nelson Swivel Pedestal Stool for Herman Miller, 1960s Stool from the Pedestal series by George Nelson, with cover in playful orange vinyl.

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Stools

Materials

Metal

Cocoon Cascade Lamp
Cocoon Cascade Lamp

Cocoon Cascade Lamp

By Aloys F. Gangkofner, George Nelson, Flos, Kaare Klint, Achille Castiglioni

Located in München, DE

Very nice Cocoon cascade lamp from the 1950s. Wonderful and contemporary design. A highlight for every room. A warm and comfortable light is created. Condition: Very good vintage c...

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Vintage 1950s German Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Metal

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Vitra Ball Clock in Orange by George Nelson
Vitra Ball Clock in Orange by George Nelson

Vitra Ball Clock in Orange by George Nelson

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H 13.01 in Dm 13.01 in

Vitra Ball Clock in Orange by George Nelson

By George Nelson, Vitra

Located in New York, NY

These items are currently only available in the United States. Belief in progress and growing economic prosperity were central aspects of the American way of life around 1950. Every...

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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Wall Clocks

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Metal

George Nelson Coffee Table With Extensions and Trays, 1949
George Nelson Coffee Table With Extensions and Trays, 1949

George Nelson Coffee Table With Extensions and Trays, 1949

By Herman Miller, George Nelson

Located in Los Angeles, CA

George Nelson Table, 1949 Herman Miller Measurements in inches: 32 high x 19 wide x 20 deep Condition: excellent vintage, contact us for a full condition report Please con...

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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Wood

George Nelson Orange Ball Clock for Howard Miller, circa 1950
George Nelson Orange Ball Clock for Howard Miller, circa 1950

George Nelson Orange Ball Clock for Howard Miller, circa 1950

By Howard Miller, George Nelson

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Classic vintage ball clock designed by George Nelson and Irving Harper for Howard Miller.

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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Wall Clocks

Materials

Brass

George Nelson Brown Orange and Steel Marshmallow Sofa, 1980s, Herman Miller
George Nelson Brown Orange and Steel Marshmallow Sofa, 1980s, Herman Miller

George Nelson Brown Orange and Steel Marshmallow Sofa, 1980s, Herman Miller

By George Nelson

Located in Valladolid, ES

Stunning and funny Marshmallow sofa by George Nelson and made by Norman Miller. In steel structure and brown and orange color leatherette cushions.

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Vintage 1980s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Sectional Sofas

Materials

Steel

George Nelson Cigar Floor Lamp, circa 1950
George Nelson Cigar Floor Lamp, circa 1950

George Nelson Cigar Floor Lamp, circa 1950

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H 36.5 in W 15 in D 15 in

George Nelson Cigar Floor Lamp, circa 1950

By George Nelson

Located in Culver City, CA

George Nelson cigar floor lamp, circa 1950 Stretched parchment paper over steel form.

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Vintage 1950s American Modern Floor Lamps

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Parchment Paper

Cocoon lamp by George Nelson,  Italy 1960s
Cocoon lamp by George Nelson,  Italy 1960s

Cocoon lamp by George Nelson, Italy 1960s

By George Nelson

Located in Hannover, DE

An absolute rarity! A cocoon pendant lamp designed by George Nelson in the 1960s. The lampshade is made of original resin. It is in good vintage condition. The shade has no holes o...

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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Resin

Two 1950s Steel Frame Orange and Lemon Cabinets by George Nelson
Two 1950s Steel Frame Orange and Lemon Cabinets by George Nelson

Two 1950s Steel Frame Orange and Lemon Cabinets by George Nelson

By George Nelson, Herman Miller

Located in Shepperton, Surrey

A pair of vibrant 1950s "Steel Frame" cabinets by George Nelson for Herman Miller. In wood and steel with original lemon, orange and olive paintwork and black melamine surface, th...

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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Cabinets

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Steel

George Nelson Coconut Lounge Chair in Maharam Mode Goldenrod Fabrics
George Nelson Coconut Lounge Chair in Maharam Mode Goldenrod Fabrics

George Nelson Coconut Lounge Chair in Maharam Mode Goldenrod Fabrics

By George Nelson

Located in Seattle, WA

This is a late 2010s production of the Coconut Chair, Designed by George Nelson's design studio. Introduced in 1956, the Coconut Lounge Chair is one artifact of the burst of crea...

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2010s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

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Fabric

Mid-Century Modern Saucer Cocoon Pendant Lamp by George Nelson, 1960s
Mid-Century Modern Saucer Cocoon Pendant Lamp by George Nelson, 1960s

Mid-Century Modern Saucer Cocoon Pendant Lamp by George Nelson, 1960s

By George Nelson

Located in Hagenbach, DE

A cocoon hanging lamp made In the 1960s by George Nelson. The material of the lamp is transparent resin. The light requires one E27 light bulb.           

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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Resin

George Nelson M.M.G. Cabinet
George Nelson M.M.G. Cabinet

George Nelson M.M.G. Cabinet

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H 25.25 in W 54 in D 18.75 in

George Nelson M.M.G. Cabinet

By George Nelson, Herman Miller

Located in Chicago, IL

Nelson design for Herman Miller, Modern Management Group (M.M.G.), 6 drawer case in tangerine with white laminate top. This series was designed to add a color palette to interiors r...

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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Cabinets

Materials

Aluminum, Steel, Metal

Monumental George Nelson Bubble Pendant Lamp
Monumental George Nelson Bubble Pendant Lamp

Monumental George Nelson Bubble Pendant Lamp

By Howard Miller, George Nelson

Located in Buffalo, NY

The largest bubble lamp Howard Miller ever produced. Measures: 25 inches in diameter. Not in current production! Designed by George Nelson, very early production, retains original Ho...

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Metal

George Nelson for Howard Miller Grandfather Clock
George Nelson for Howard Miller Grandfather Clock

George Nelson for Howard Miller Grandfather Clock

By Howard Miller, George Nelson

Located in Los Angeles, CA

This is a George Nelson floor clock for Howard Miller Clock Company, model number 622. Solid oak case concealing lucite front and cover for all brass works, weights and pendulum. Chi...

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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Grandfather Clocks and Longcas...

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Brass

George Nelson Lounge Chair for Herman Miller 1950s
George Nelson Lounge Chair for Herman Miller 1950s

George Nelson Lounge Chair for Herman Miller 1950s

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H 27.17 in W 25.99 in D 25.99 in

George Nelson Lounge Chair for Herman Miller 1950s

By George Nelson, Herman Miller

Located in Piacenza, Italy

Rare with unusual colors lounge chair designed by George Nelson for Herman Miller, Zeeland, Michigan. Steel legs and frame, vinyl fabric, labeled to underside.

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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

George Nelson Steel Frame Cabinet by Herman Miller
George Nelson Steel Frame Cabinet by Herman Miller

George Nelson Steel Frame Cabinet by Herman Miller

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H 29.5 in W 33.5 in D 17.25 in

George Nelson Steel Frame Cabinet by Herman Miller

By George Nelson, Herman Miller

Located in BROOKLYN, NY

Classic Mid-Century Modern George Nelson cabinet. Features one top drawer and a bottom sliding door cabinet. In original condition.

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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Cabinets

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Metal

Mid-Century Modern George Nelson Style Slat Bench
Mid-Century Modern George Nelson Style Slat Bench

Mid-Century Modern George Nelson Style Slat Bench

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H 14.25 in W 70.75 in D 17 in

Mid-Century Modern George Nelson Style Slat Bench

By Herman Miller, George Nelson

Located in Miami, FL

This vintage slatted wood long coffee table dates from the 1960s and features a black lacquered base. It is very similar to the iconic slat bench designed by George Nelson for Herman...

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Antique 1860s American Mid-Century Modern Benches

"MMG" Desk by George Nelson for Herman Miller, 1957
"MMG" Desk by George Nelson for Herman Miller, 1957

"MMG" Desk by George Nelson for Herman Miller, 1957

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H 29.93 in W 65.75 in D 29.93 in

"MMG" Desk by George Nelson for Herman Miller, 1957

By George Nelson, Herman Miller

Located in Milano, Lombardia

Desk from the series "Modern Management Group," designed by George Nelson for Herman Miller in 1957 (manufactured from 1957-1962).

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Vintage 1950s American Desks and Writing Tables

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Metal

Scarce early/ original George Nelson Hanging "Cigar Bubble  Lamp -
Scarce early/ original George Nelson Hanging "Cigar Bubble  Lamp -

Scarce early/ original George Nelson Hanging "Cigar Bubble Lamp -

By Howard Miller, George Nelson

Located in Buffalo, NY

Original ,Vintage,, NOT NEW REPRODUCTION! .Mid-Century Modern George Nelson Bubble light will add a touch of softness and luminosity to any interior! Delightful cigar shape hanging p...

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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Metal

George Nelson Primavera Mid Century Modern Headboard for Herman Miller
George Nelson Primavera Mid Century Modern Headboard for Herman Miller

George Nelson Primavera Mid Century Modern Headboard for Herman Miller

By Herman Miller, George Nelson

Located in Miami, FL

REDUCED FROM $2,150.....Part of the Herman Miller Collection, early 1950s, this headboard by George Nelson is in the sought after Primavera wood. A storage headboard, it's padded bac...

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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Beds and Bed Frames

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Wood

Bitossi & George Nelson "Meridian" Ceramic Clock for Howard Miller & Raymor
Bitossi & George Nelson "Meridian" Ceramic Clock for Howard Miller & Raymor

Bitossi & George Nelson "Meridian" Ceramic Clock for Howard Miller & Raymor

By George Nelson, Bitossi, Howard Miller

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Mid Century modern ceramic clock designed by Bitossi & George Nelson for Howard Miller & Raymor circa 1950’s. This iconic collaboration is part of the “Meridian” collection and featu...

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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Clocks

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Ceramic

George Nelson Low Credenza with Orange Lacquer Doors
George Nelson Low Credenza with Orange Lacquer Doors

George Nelson Low Credenza with Orange Lacquer Doors

Located in New York, NY

Very nice low credenaza by George Nelson for Herman Miller. The cabinet features orange lacquer sliding doors on both sides, and is suitable for use as a room divider.

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20th Century American Sideboards

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Steel

1950's Original Early Nelson Pear Bubble Pendant Lamp by Howard Miller
1950's Original Early Nelson Pear Bubble Pendant Lamp by Howard Miller

1950's Original Early Nelson Pear Bubble Pendant Lamp by Howard Miller

By George Nelson, Howard Miller

Located in San Diego, CA

A beautiful rare shape early production Pear shape , George Nelson Bubble Hanging Lamp circa 1950's nice patina original condition no tears original label needs to be hardwired , we ...

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20th Century American Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Metal

George Nelson BCS Series Cabinet for Herman Miller
George Nelson BCS Series Cabinet for Herman Miller

George Nelson BCS Series Cabinet for Herman Miller

By Herman Miller, Charles and Ray Eames

Located in Kansas City, MO

Beautiful walnut George Nelson Cabinet with original porcelain pulls and cast aluminum legs. From the BCS series, but often mis-referenced as from the Thin Edge Series. Nearly flaw...

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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Cabinets

Materials

Aluminum

Pair of 1979 Charles Pollock for Knoll Burnt Orange Executive Chairs
Pair of 1979 Charles Pollock for Knoll Burnt Orange Executive Chairs

Pair of 1979 Charles Pollock for Knoll Burnt Orange Executive Chairs

By Knoll, George Nelson, Charles Pollock

Located in Chattanooga, TN

About Charles Pollock After graduating from Pratt Institute and working with George Nelson, Charles Pollock assembled a portfolio of designs and presented them to Florence Knoll and ...

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Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Stainless Steel

Charles Pollack for Knoll Orange Tweed Executive Chair w/ Height Tension Knob
Charles Pollack for Knoll Orange Tweed Executive Chair w/ Height Tension Knob

Charles Pollack for Knoll Orange Tweed Executive Chair w/ Height Tension Knob

By Knoll, George Nelson, Charles Pollock

Located in Chattanooga, TN

Chair seat height adjusts from 18"-23” About Charles Pollock After graduating from Pratt Institute and working with George Nelson, Charles Pollock assembled a portfolio of desi...

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Stainless Steel

Mid Century Modern George Nelson Style Atomic Oval Hanging Bubble Lamp
Mid Century Modern George Nelson Style Atomic Oval Hanging Bubble Lamp

Mid Century Modern George Nelson Style Atomic Oval Hanging Bubble Lamp

Located in Chicago, IL

Mid Century Modern George Nelson Style Atomic Oval Hanging Bubble Lamp George Nelson designed the first bubble lamps in 1947. These lamps, with their simple sculptural shapes, were ...

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Metal

Meridian Italian Modern Ceramic Wall Clock by Bitossi for Howard Miller, 1963
Meridian Italian Modern Ceramic Wall Clock by Bitossi for Howard Miller, 1963

Meridian Italian Modern Ceramic Wall Clock by Bitossi for Howard Miller, 1963

By Raymor, Aldo Londi, George Nelson, Howard Miller, Bitossi

Located in Miami, FL

The large majority of the pottery faces were designed by Aldo Londi and the Bitossi production was then passed on to Howard Miller Clock Co. of Zeeland, Wisconsin, to be branded. At ...

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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Clocks

Materials

Ceramic, Pottery

Cocoon Pendant light, Friedel Wauer for Goldkant Leuchten, 1960s
Cocoon Pendant light, Friedel Wauer for Goldkant Leuchten, 1960s

Cocoon Pendant light, Friedel Wauer for Goldkant Leuchten, 1960s

By George Nelson, Goldkant Leuchten, Tobia Scarpa, Friedel Wauer, Achille & Pier Giacomo Castiglioni

Located in Brussels, Brussels

Cocoon pendant lamp, organic form. Design by Friedel Wauer. Manufactured by Goldkant Leuchten, Germany in the 1960s. A thin steel framework covered with sprayed resin, which gives a...

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Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Steel

Cocoon Pendant light, Friedel Wauer for Goldkant Leuchten, 1960s
Cocoon Pendant light, Friedel Wauer for Goldkant Leuchten, 1960s

Cocoon Pendant light, Friedel Wauer for Goldkant Leuchten, 1960s

By George Nelson, Goldkant Leuchten, Tobia Scarpa, Friedel Wauer, Achille & Pier Giacomo Castiglioni

Located in Brussels, Brussels

Cocoon pendant lamp. Design by Friedel Wauer. Manufactured by Goldkant Leuchten, Germany in the 1960s. A thin steel framework covered with sprayed resin, which gives a Fiberglass lo...

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Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Steel

Rare Mid Century Modern George Nelson Orange Ball Clock Model 4755
Rare Mid Century Modern George Nelson Orange Ball Clock Model 4755

Rare Mid Century Modern George Nelson Orange Ball Clock Model 4755

By George Nelson

Located in Plainview, NY

An original George Nelson ( 1908- 1986) Mid Century Modern Ball Clock model 4755.

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Wall Clocks

Materials

Metal

George Nelson Catenary Chairs
George Nelson Catenary Chairs

George Nelson Catenary Chairs

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H 27.5 in W 30 in D 27 in

George Nelson Catenary Chairs

By George Nelson

Located in Pompano Beach, FL

A pair of George Nelson polished steel and leather catenary medium brown chairs for Herman Miller. Model 6380, designed in 1962. Price is for pair.

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Vintage 1960s Chairs

A Vintage George Nelson Ball Clock
A Vintage George Nelson Ball Clock

A Vintage George Nelson Ball Clock

By George Nelson

Located in St.Petersburg, FL

A classic George Nelson/Howard Miller ball clock. Mounts right into an outlet, original painted orange balls.

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Vintage 1950s North American Mid-Century Modern Wall Clocks

Materials

Brass

Slat Bench Designed by George Nelson for Herman Miller
Slat Bench Designed by George Nelson for Herman Miller

Slat Bench Designed by George Nelson for Herman Miller

By George Nelson

Located in Toledo, OH

The Classic slat bench designed by George Nelson for Herman Miller in 1948. The top is maple slats with a rich patina and it is supported by two black sled legs. Very good original c...

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Benches

Rare George Nelson 'Kite' Floor Lamp.. Classic architectural modernist
Rare George Nelson 'Kite' Floor Lamp.. Classic architectural modernist

Rare George Nelson 'Kite' Floor Lamp.. Classic architectural modernist

By George Nelson

Located in Buffalo, NY

Rare George Nelson 'Kite' floor lamp circa mid 1950s early 1960's. Features original linen shade with wood ball pull switch pivoting head and sleek chromed steel frame.Classic elegan...

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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Steel

Desk by George Nelson
Desk by George Nelson

Desk by George Nelson

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H 29.75 in W 60 in D 30 in

Desk by George Nelson

By George Nelson, Herman Miller

Located in Sagaponack, NY

A simple and finely proportioned rectilinear work desk in oak having a bank of three drawers and an architectural support structure of tubular steel.

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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Steel

Scarce George Nelson Cigar Bubble Floor Lamp - Rare Brass Base
Scarce George Nelson Cigar Bubble Floor Lamp - Rare Brass Base

Scarce George Nelson Cigar Bubble Floor Lamp - Rare Brass Base

By George Nelson

Located in Chicago, IL

Scarce George Nelson Cigar Bubble Floor Lamp. Period. Vintage. Label attached on underside.

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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps

George Nelson Herman Miller Long Bench with Secretary Writing Desk Cabinet
George Nelson Herman Miller Long Bench with Secretary Writing Desk Cabinet

George Nelson Herman Miller Long Bench with Secretary Writing Desk Cabinet

By George Nelson

Located in Middlesex, NJ

George Nelson Herman Miller long bench with Secretary writing desk cabinet. Bench: 92.25" L x 14.25" D x 18.5" H. Casegood: 56.25" L x 18.5" D x 34.25" H. Desk work surfa...

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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Cabinets

George Nelson for Herman Miller Bookcase or Cabinet
George Nelson for Herman Miller Bookcase or Cabinet

George Nelson for Herman Miller Bookcase or Cabinet

By George Nelson, Herman Miller

Located in Philadelphia, PA

A nice size bookcase designed by George Nelson for Herman Miller. Maple wood construction with ebony legs. (Unmarked).

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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

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Wood

George Nelson Rare Early Cabinet by Herman Miller
George Nelson Rare Early Cabinet by Herman Miller

George Nelson Rare Early Cabinet by Herman Miller

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H 33.5 in W 39.25 in D 19.5 in

George Nelson Rare Early Cabinet by Herman Miller

By George Nelson, Herman Miller

Located in Highland, IN

This cabinet by George Nelson features a case which has the same design as the thin-edge or rosewood group, however it is clad in combed oak. It has unique wire rod pulls which are s...

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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Cabinets

Materials

Steel

George Nelson Gate-Leg Table by Herman Miller
George Nelson Gate-Leg Table by Herman Miller

George Nelson Gate-Leg Table by Herman Miller

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H 29.75 in W 64.8 in D 40 in

George Nelson Gate-Leg Table by Herman Miller

By George Nelson, Herman Miller

Located in Highland, IN

A classic Nelson design, the gate-leg table is a flexible design which can function as a desk, work table or dining table that easily accommodates six when opened to it's full length...

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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Drop-leaf and Pembroke Tables

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Birch

George Nelson Thin Edge Dresser for Herman Miller, "5221"
George Nelson Thin Edge Dresser for Herman Miller, "5221"

George Nelson Thin Edge Dresser for Herman Miller, "5221"

By George Nelson, Herman Miller

Located in Oak Harbor, OH

Designer: George Nelson. Manufacturer: Herman Miller. Period and model: Mid-Century Modern. Specs: Wood, cast aluminum. Condition: These George Nelson thin edge dresser for Herma...

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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Dressers

Materials

Aluminum

Limited Edition Multicolor George Nelson, Herman Miller Marshmallow Sofa
Limited Edition Multicolor George Nelson, Herman Miller Marshmallow Sofa

Limited Edition Multicolor George Nelson, Herman Miller Marshmallow Sofa

By George Nelson, Herman Miller

Located in Kansas City, MO

Designed by Irving Harper for the Nelson office, this is multicolored versions was produced as a Limited edition and is no longer in production Manufactured by Herman Miller. Dim...

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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Steel

George Nelson for Herman Miller Gate Leg Dining Table Excellent
George Nelson for Herman Miller Gate Leg Dining Table Excellent

George Nelson for Herman Miller Gate Leg Dining Table Excellent

By George Nelson, Herman Miller

Located in Kansas City, MO

George Nelson gate leg table in excellent condition. Primavera finish. Beautiful.  Collapsed dimensions: H 29.13 in. D 40 in. W 18.5 in.  Extended dimensions: H 29.13 in. ...

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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Tables

Pair of Daybeds / Sofas by George Nelson for Herman Miller
Pair of Daybeds / Sofas by George Nelson for Herman Miller

Pair of Daybeds / Sofas by George Nelson for Herman Miller

By George Nelson, Herman Miller

Located in Dallas, TX

Stylish pair of vintage iron frame daybeds/sofas by George Nelson for Herman Miller. Good structural condition, upholstery shows wear and fading - reupholstery is recommended.

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Vintage 1960s Mid-Century Modern Daybeds

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Iron

George Nelson for Herman Miller Steelcase Dresser
George Nelson for Herman Miller Steelcase Dresser

George Nelson for Herman Miller Steelcase Dresser

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H 29.5 in W 33.5 in D 17.5 in

George Nelson for Herman Miller Steelcase Dresser

By Herman Miller, Charles and Ray Eames

Located in Brooklyn, NY

George Nelson for Herman Miller Steelcase dresser. Fun colors with white frame.

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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Dressers

Materials

Steel

1979 Charles Pollock for Knoll Burnt Orange Single Executive Chair
1979 Charles Pollock for Knoll Burnt Orange Single Executive Chair

1979 Charles Pollock for Knoll Burnt Orange Single Executive Chair

By Knoll, George Nelson, Charles Pollock

Located in Chattanooga, TN

About Charles Pollock After graduating from Pratt Institute and working with George Nelson, Charles Pollock assembled a portfolio of designs and presented them to Florence Knoll and ...

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Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Stainless Steel

Stylish Cafe Dining Table
Stylish Cafe Dining Table

Stylish Cafe Dining Table

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H 27.25 in Dm 42 in

Stylish Cafe Dining Table

By George Nelson

Located in New York, NY

Heavy wood butcher block top on stylish bright chrome and polished steel star form base. Great quality possibly Italian made, slight wear to metal finish on base, normal and consis...

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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Tables

Materials

Steel

Midcentury Big Pendant Light, Kaare Klint Design, Denmark, 1970s
Midcentury Big Pendant Light, Kaare Klint Design, Denmark, 1970s

Midcentury Big Pendant Light, Kaare Klint Design, Denmark, 1970s

By Poul Christiansen, Kaare Klint, George Nelson

Located in Praha, CZ

Very nice style of lighting.

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Vintage 1970s Danish Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Plastic

Pair small cocoon Gatto Table Lamps Achille & Pier Castiglioni Flos Italy 1960
Pair small cocoon Gatto Table Lamps Achille & Pier Castiglioni Flos Italy 1960

Pair small cocoon Gatto Table Lamps Achille & Pier Castiglioni Flos Italy 1960

By Friedel Wauer, Flos, Goldkant Leuchten, George Nelson, Achille & Pier Giacomo Castiglioni

Located in Brussels, Brussels

Pair of small cocoon Table Lamps, model Gatto Piccolo. Design by Achille & Pier Castiglioni for Flos, Italy in 1960. Made in the 1960s or 1970s. Both are signed. A great example of m...

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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Steel

Large Cocoon Flush ceiling light, Friedel Wauer for Goldkant Leuchten, 1960s
Large Cocoon Flush ceiling light, Friedel Wauer for Goldkant Leuchten, 1960s

Large Cocoon Flush ceiling light, Friedel Wauer for Goldkant Leuchten, 1960s

By Goldkant Leuchten, Achille & Pier Giacomo Castiglioni, Tobia Scarpa, Friedel Wauer, George Nelson

Located in Brussels, Brussels

Cocoon lamp, design by Friedel Wauer. Manufactured by Goldkant Leuchten, Germany in the 1960s. A thin steel framework covered with sprayed resin gives a Fiberglass look. The transluc...

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Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount

Materials

Steel

George Nelson Side Table
George Nelson Side Table

George Nelson Side Table

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H 17.25 in Dm 18 in

George Nelson Side Table

By George Nelson

Located in Pittsburgh, PA

Re-issue of a George Nelson for Herman Miller classic design.

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2010s American Mid-Century Modern Side Tables

Materials

Metal

George Nelson Drop-Leaf Writing Desk
George Nelson Drop-Leaf Writing Desk

George Nelson Drop-Leaf Writing Desk

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H 29.5 in W 40 in D 24 in

George Nelson Drop-Leaf Writing Desk

By George Nelson

Located in Lambertville, NJ

One of Nelson's most engaging designs for Herman Miller, originating in 1947 and lasting well into the 1950s. Small-scale desk in Excellent condition. Nicely figured walnut with ...

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Desks

George Nelson for Herman Miller Steel Frame Chest of Drawers with Glass Top
George Nelson for Herman Miller Steel Frame Chest of Drawers with Glass Top

George Nelson for Herman Miller Steel Frame Chest of Drawers with Glass Top

By George Nelson

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Classic Nelson series 4000 steel frame case for Herman Miller. Original label partially intact. Two drawers with original chrome pulls in iconic HM orange with glass top/shelf.

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

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Chrome, Steel

George Nelson and Associates Birchwood Wall Clock for Howard Miller
George Nelson and Associates Birchwood Wall Clock for Howard Miller

George Nelson and Associates Birchwood Wall Clock for Howard Miller

By Howard Miller, George Nelson

Located in Salt Lake City, UT

Working wall clock by George Nelson associates originally had a wall mount plug that must have been changed.  

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Vintage 1950s Wall Clocks

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Mahogany and Steel Desk by George Nelson for Herman Miller

Mahogany and Steel Desk by George Nelson for Herman Miller

By George Nelson, Herman Miller

Located in Dorchester, MA

George Nelson designed this modern desk for Herman Miller. A steel frame supports a beautifully grained mahogany top cantilevered at one end and, on the other, a small case housing t...

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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Desks

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Steel

1960's Orange George Nelson Clock for Howard Miller
1960's Orange George Nelson Clock for Howard Miller

1960's Orange George Nelson Clock for Howard Miller

Located in Port Chester, NY

Iconic George Nelson Asterisk clock from the 60's. Made in America for Howard Miller. Working condition.

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Vintage 1960s American Clocks

Materials

Metal

Vintage George Nelson for Herman Miller Full Headboard
Vintage George Nelson for Herman Miller Full Headboard

Vintage George Nelson for Herman Miller Full Headboard

Located in Salt Lake City, UT

Upholstered in a soft leather Great condition.

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Vintage 1950s Beds and Bed Frames

Materials

Aluminum

George Nelson Bench Steelframe Series
George Nelson Bench Steelframe Series

George Nelson Bench Steelframe Series

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H 16 in W 73 in D 24 in

George Nelson Bench Steelframe Series

By George Nelson

Located in San Francisco, CA

Upholstered bench designed by George Nelson in original Alexander Girard inspired fabric for Herman Miller. The late 1950s design Steelframe series is designed so the cushions and t...

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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Benches

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Steel

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Located in Cincinnati, OH

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Located in Philadelphia, PA

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Located in Philadelphia, PA

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A Close Look at Mid-century Modern Furniture

Organically shaped, clean-lined and elegantly simple are three terms that well describe vintage mid-century modern furniture. The style, which emerged primarily in the years following World War II, is characterized by pieces that were conceived and made in an energetic, optimistic spirit by creators who believed that good design was an essential part of good living.

ORIGINS OF MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGN

CHARACTERISTICS OF MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGN

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ICONIC MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGNS

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The mid-century modern era saw leagues of postwar American architects and designers animated by new ideas and new technology. The lean, functionalist International-style architecture of Le Corbusier and Bauhaus eminences Ludwig Mies van der Rohe and Walter Gropius had been promoted in the United States during the 1930s by Philip Johnson and others. New building techniques, such as “post-and-beam” construction, allowed the International-style schemes to be realized on a small scale in open-plan houses with long walls of glass.

Materials developed for wartime use became available for domestic goods and were incorporated into mid-century modern furniture designs. Charles and Ray Eames and Eero Saarinen, who had experimented extensively with molded plywood, eagerly embraced fiberglass for pieces such as the La Chaise and the Womb chair, respectively. 

Architect, writer and designer George Nelson created with his team shades for the Bubble lamp using a new translucent polymer skin and, as design director at Herman Miller, recruited the Eameses, Alexander Girard and others for projects at the legendary Michigan furniture manufacturer

Harry Bertoia and Isamu Noguchi devised chairs and tables built of wire mesh and wire struts. Materials were repurposed too: The Danish-born designer Jens Risom created a line of chairs using surplus parachute straps for webbed seats and backrests.

The Risom lounge chair was among the first pieces of furniture commissioned and produced by celebrated manufacturer Knoll, a chief influencer in the rise of modern design in the United States, thanks to the work of Florence Knoll, the pioneering architect and designer who made the firm a leader in its field. The seating that Knoll created for office spaces — as well as pieces designed by Florence initially for commercial clients — soon became desirable for the home.

As the demand for casual, uncluttered furnishings grew, more mid-century furniture designers caught the spirit.

Classically oriented creators such as Edward Wormley, house designer for Dunbar Inc., offered such pieces as the sinuous Listen to Me chaise; the British expatriate T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings switched gears, creating items such as the tiered, biomorphic Mesa table. There were Young Turks such as Paul McCobb, who designed holistic groups of sleek, blond wood furniture, and Milo Baughman, who espoused a West Coast aesthetic in minimalist teak dining tables and lushly upholstered chairs and sofas with angular steel frames.

Generations turn over, and mid-century modern remains arguably the most popular style going. As the collection of vintage mid-century modern chairs, dressers, coffee tables and other furniture for the living room, dining room, bedroom and elsewhere on 1stDibs demonstrates, this period saw one of the most delightful and dramatic flowerings of creativity in design history.