Why is George Nelson famous?

George Nelson was an American designer, and for a time the lead designer for the famed Herman Miller furniture company. Nelson is often referred to as the founder of American modernist design and often associated with his more inspired pieces such as the Coconut Chair, Marshmallow Sofa and the Ball Clock. Shop a collection of George Nelson furniture designs from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.

What did George Nelson make?

George Nelson was a furniture designer central to the mid-century modern design movement. His best-known creations are the marshmallow sofa, coconut chair, ball clock and bubble lamp series. His style included sleek, thin-edge lines on a variety of furniture still available today. Shop a range of George Nelson furniture designs on 1stDibs.

Where are George Nelson clocks made?

Modern George Nelson clocks are made in Poland. The company Vitra Designs manufactures the timepieces based on the original designs of the American designer who lived from 1908 to 1986. On 1stDibs, you can shop a selection of George Nelson clocks.

What are George Nelson Bubble Lamps made of?

George Nelson Bubble Lamps are made of steel wires, which form a durable framework for the lamp. A plastic polymer material spread over the wires forms the shade which is translucent to give the lamp a soft glow. Inspired by Swedish lamps, these mid-century modern light fixtures are still made by the legendary furniture manufacturer Herman Miller today. Shop a range of George Nelson Bubble Lamps on 1stDibs.

What type of art media did George Rodrigue use?

George Rodrigue's main medium is painting. He often produced mixed media works on board, combining acrylic paints, silkscreen, metal and illustrations to create unified compositions. He is well-known for his “Blue Dog” and “Cajun” series. On 1stDibs, find a variety of George Rodrigue art.

George Nelson Used

Cocoon Floor Lamp

Coconut Chair

Achille Castiglioni Cocoon

Cocoon Lighting

Nelson Bubble

Nelson Platform Bench

Harp Sculpture

Bubble Lamps

George Nelson for Herman Miller Model 5153 Mobile Table

$2,395

H 20 in W 24 in D 24 in

George Nelson for Herman Miller Model 5153 Mobile Table

By Irving Harper, Herman Miller, George Nelson

Located in Hanover, MA

is shared with Irving Harper, an associate at George Nelson's office. So many uses.

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern George Nelson Used

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Iron

Cocoon tripod floor lamp - Goldkant Leuchten - 70's

$3,254

H 55.12 in Dm 15.75 in

Cocoon tripod floor lamp - Goldkant Leuchten - 70's

By Goldkant Leuchten, Friedel Wauer

Located in The Hague, NL

variations, ranging from modern to traditional designs. Influence: While George Nelson used a similar

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1960s German Mid-Century Modern George Nelson Used

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Chrome

Cocoon resin. Brutalist and Space Age style table lamp, Germany, 1970s

$2,169

H 17.33 in Dm 7.88 in

Cocoon resin. Brutalist and Space Age style table lamp, Germany, 1970s

By Goldkant Leuchten, Estiluz Lighting, Friedel Wauer, Achille Castiglioni, George Nelson

Located in SANT ADRIÀ DE BESÒS, ES

Nelson and Isamu Noguchi, who used this material as the main element in many of their designs. The

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1970s German Brutalist George Nelson Used

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Metal

Vintage Cocoon Tripod Floor Lamp with Brass Accents, 1960s

$1,747 / item

H 40.16 in Dm 16.54 in

Vintage Cocoon Tripod Floor Lamp with Brass Accents, 1960s

By Achille Castiglioni

Located in Linkebeek, BE

Nelson's 'bubble lamp', was created using a special technology called 'spray-on fibreglass coating', a

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20th Century Mid-Century Modern George Nelson Used

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Metal, Brass

Castiglioni style. Space Age Cocoon pendant lamp, Italy, 1970s

$3,495

H 12.21 in Dm 14.97 in

Castiglioni style. Space Age Cocoon pendant lamp, Italy, 1970s

By Pier Giacomo Castiglioni, Achille Castiglioni

Located in SANT ADRIÀ DE BESÒS, ES

and a very unusual piece. Very much in the style also of George Nelson and Isamu Noguchi, who used

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1970s Italian Space Age George Nelson Used

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Metal, Brass

Irving Harper Sculpture, Ceramic and Paper Construction, One of a Kind

$15,000

H 3.75 in W 6.75 in D 7.75 in

Irving Harper Sculpture, Ceramic and Paper Construction, One of a Kind

By Irving Harper

Located in Kansas City, MO

designs for the George Nelson office, used a prototype ceramic clock body and paper to create this one of

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1960s American Mid-Century Modern George Nelson Used

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Ceramic, Paper

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Classic Mid-Century Modern Slat Bench

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H 14 in W 60 in D 17 in

Classic Mid-Century Modern Slat Bench

Located in Brooklyn, NY

American walnut bench in the slat wood style of George Nelson. Used as a sitting bench, coffee

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1960s American George Nelson Used

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Walnut

George Nelson Fo Arbuck Tall End Table for Outdoor or Indoor Use

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H 24.5 in W 20.5 in D 20.5 in

George Nelson Fo Arbuck Tall End Table for Outdoor or Indoor Use

By Arbuck, George Nelson

Located in Kansas City, MO

George Nelson for Arbuck end or side table. Designed for outdoor use, but is also great indoors

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern George Nelson Used

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Glass

Vintage George Nelson Style Walnut Wall Clock

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H 2.12 in Dm 18 in

Vintage George Nelson Style Walnut Wall Clock

By Howard Miller, George Nelson, Herman Miller

Located in Grand Rapids, MI

Large vintage 18" walnut George Nelson-style wall clock. This clock is made out of an 18" George

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1960s American Mid-Century Modern George Nelson Used

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Walnut, Plywood

George Nelson for Herman Miller End Table, Rare White Laminate Top Version

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H 18.5 in W 17 in D 24 in

George Nelson for Herman Miller End Table, Rare White Laminate Top Version

By George Nelson, Herman Miller

Located in Kansas City, MO

Exceptional, all original, George Nelson table. Can be used as an end/side table in a living room

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern George Nelson Used

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Steel

George Nelson vanity bench/stool by Herman Miller

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H 17 in W 22 in D 16 in

George Nelson vanity bench/stool by Herman Miller

Located in Highland, IN

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1950s American George Nelson Used

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Wood, Upholstery

Herman Miller Platform Bench

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H 16 in W 18 in D 51 in

Herman Miller Platform Bench

By Herman Miller

Located in North Hollywood, CA

Gorgeous yet minimal Herman Miller for George Nelson platform bench. Well kept used condition. Very

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1970s American Mid-Century Modern George Nelson Used

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Wood

Vitra Eames Coconut Easy Chair in Premium Leather Art Modern Cool

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H 32.88 in W 41.15 in D 31.7 in

Vitra Eames Coconut Easy Chair in Premium Leather Art Modern Cool

By Charles Eames, Charles and Ray Eames, Vitra

Located in West Sussex, Pulborough

black leather armchair RRP £4590 designed by George Nelson Offered in very lightly used near perfect

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20th Century Italian Modern George Nelson Used

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Leather

Abstract Expressionist Relief Paper Sculpture by Irving Harper

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H 15 in W 11.5 in D 1.33 in

Abstract Expressionist Relief Paper Sculpture by Irving Harper

By Irving Harper

Located in St.Petersburg, FL

detailed paper sculptures while working as a head designer for George Nelson & Herman Miller. The paper

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1960s American Mid-Century Modern George Nelson Used

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Paint, Paper

Cocoon Floor Lamp by Flos, Italy, 1960s

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H 53.15 in Dm 12.6 in

Cocoon Floor Lamp by Flos, Italy, 1960s

By Flos

Located in Miklavž Pri Taboru, SI

), which is sprayed with a coating very similar to a cocoon. This method was first used by George Nelson in

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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern George Nelson Used

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Plastic

George Nelson "Lazy Susan" Dining Table

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H 29 in Dm 47.5 in

George Nelson "Lazy Susan" Dining Table

By Herman Miller, George Nelson

Located in Chicago, IL

"Lazy Susan" dining table designed by George Nelson for Herman Miller. Please use Contact Dealer

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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern George Nelson Used

Executive Desk in Walnut by George Nelson for Herman Miller, USA, c. 1960's

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H 30 in W 72 in D 30 in

Executive Desk in Walnut by George Nelson for Herman Miller, USA, c. 1960's

By George Nelson

Located in Deland, FL

another lifetime of use. George Nelson was an American industrial designer and is considered the founder

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1960s American Mid-Century Modern George Nelson Used

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Walnut

George Nelson Platform Slat Bench for Herman Miller

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H 14 in W 48 in D 18 in

George Nelson Platform Slat Bench for Herman Miller

By George Nelson, Herman Miller

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Classic example of the iconic George Nelson slat bench. Can be used as a coffee table. Solid and

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21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern George Nelson Used

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Wood

George Nelson for Howard Miller Small Cigar Bubble Lamp, ca 1950s

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H 14 in W 10.5 in D 10.5 in

George Nelson for Howard Miller Small Cigar Bubble Lamp, ca 1950s

By George Nelson, Howard Miller

Located in Cathedral City, CA

design.” – George Nelson Created using a spherical metal cage that held its shape under tension

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern George Nelson Used

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Steel

Cocoon resin. Brutalist style table lamp by Friedel Wauer, Germany, 1970s

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H 20.87 in Dm 11.82 in

Cocoon resin. Brutalist style table lamp by Friedel Wauer, Germany, 1970s

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

Located in SANT ADRIÀ DE BESÒS, ES

Nelson and Isamu Noguchi, who used this material as the main element in many of their designs. The

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1970s German Brutalist George Nelson Used

Materials

Metal

Florence Knoll Pearwood and Chrome Conference or Dining Table

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H 28 in W 78 in D 47.5 in

Florence Knoll Pearwood and Chrome Conference or Dining Table

By Florence Knoll, Knoll

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Miller plant that they accidentally used George Nelson labels by mistake on Eames items as their labels

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Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern George Nelson Used

Materials

Chrome

Black Steel Sconces by George Nelson

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H 12 in W 3.5 in D 8 in

Black Steel Sconces by George Nelson

By George Nelson

Located in New York, NY

Pair of sconces originally for use with George Nelson's "Comprehensive Shelving System" for Herman

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1950s American George Nelson Used

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Bertu Counter Stools, White Oak Counter Stool, Chile Stool

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Located in Oak Harbor, OH

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2010s American Modern George Nelson Used

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Achille Castiglioni Mid-Century Beige Round "Cocoon" Pendant, Italy 1960s

$1,808

H 59.06 in Dm 16.15 in

Achille Castiglioni Mid-Century Beige Round "Cocoon" Pendant, Italy 1960s

By Achille & Pier Giacomo Castiglioni

Located in Roma, IT

Wonderful mid-century "cocoon" pendant with a gorgeous beige even patina. This charming cocoon lamp was designed by Achille Castiglioni in Italy in the 1960s. In spectacular conditi...

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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern George Nelson Used

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Metal, Steel

Mid-Century Cocoon Floor Lamp, Italy, 1970s

$2,441

H 72.84 in Dm 15.75 in

Mid-Century Cocoon Floor Lamp, Italy, 1970s

Located in Brussels, BE

Mid-Century Cocoon Floor Lamp, Italy, 1970s

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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern George Nelson Used

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Metal

Vintage George nelson Steel frame Side table for Herman Miller

$1,600

H 20 in W 24 in D 24 in

Vintage George nelson Steel frame Side table for Herman Miller

By George Nelson, Herman Miller

Located in Philadelphia, PA

simple and elegant black steel frame with white laminate side table on castors. designed by George Nelson for Herman Miller

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern George Nelson Used

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Iron

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Find many varieties of an authentic george nelson used available at 1stDibs. A george nelson used — often made from wood, metal and walnut — can elevate any home. Whether you’re looking for an older or newer george nelson used, there are earlier versions available from the 18th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 21st Century. When you’re browsing for the right george nelson used, those designed in Mid-Century Modern, Modern and Georgian styles are of considerable interest. George Nelson, Herman Miller and Howard Miller each produced at least one beautiful george nelson used that is worth considering.

How Much is a George Nelson Used?

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Questions About George Nelson Used

Why is George Nelson famous?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
George Nelson was an American designer, and for a time the lead designer for the famed Herman Miller furniture company. Nelson is often referred to as the founder of American modernist design and often associated with his more inspired pieces such as the Coconut Chair, Marshmallow Sofa and the Ball Clock. Shop a collection of George Nelson furniture designs from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
What did George Nelson make?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
George Nelson was a furniture designer central to the mid-century modern design movement. His best-known creations are the marshmallow sofa, coconut chair, ball clock and bubble lamp series. His style included sleek, thin-edge lines on a variety of furniture still available today. Shop a range of George Nelson furniture designs on 1stDibs.
Where are George Nelson clocks made?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
Modern George Nelson clocks are made in Poland. The company Vitra Designs manufactures the timepieces based on the original designs of the American designer who lived from 1908 to 1986. On 1stDibs, you can shop a selection of George Nelson clocks.
What are George Nelson Bubble Lamps made of?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
George Nelson Bubble Lamps are made of steel wires, which form a durable framework for the lamp. A plastic polymer material spread over the wires forms the shade which is translucent to give the lamp a soft glow. Inspired by Swedish lamps, these mid-century modern light fixtures are still made by the legendary furniture manufacturer Herman Miller today. Shop a range of George Nelson Bubble Lamps on 1stDibs.
What type of art media did George Rodrigue use?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
George Rodrigue's main medium is painting. He often produced mixed media works on board, combining acrylic paints, silkscreen, metal and illustrations to create unified compositions. He is well-known for his “Blue Dog” and “Cajun” series. On 1stDibs, find a variety of George Rodrigue art.