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George Nelson Furniture

American, 1908-1986

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.

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Creator: George Nelson
Expertly Restored- George Nelson Multi-Color Lacquered Dresser for Herman Miller
Expertly Restored- George Nelson Multi-Color Lacquered Dresser for Herman Miller

Expertly Restored- George Nelson Multi-Color Lacquered Dresser for Herman Miller

By George Nelson, Herman Miller

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Materials: Walnut-Stained Primavera Wood, Satin-Lacquered Painted Wood, Brass Handles ________________________________________ Transforming a piece of Mid-Century Modern furniture i...

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage George Nelson Furniture

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Brass

George Nelson, Saucer Bubble Pendant, Steel, Spray Plastic, USA, 1950s
George Nelson, Saucer Bubble Pendant, Steel, Spray Plastic, USA, 1950s

George Nelson, Saucer Bubble Pendant, Steel, Spray Plastic, USA, 1950s

By George Nelson, Howard Miller

Located in High Point, NC

An early spray plastic and steel pendant light, model "Saucer Bubble" designed by George Nelson and produced by Howard Miller, Zeeland, Michigan, USA, c. 1950s. Wear consistent with...

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage George Nelson Furniture

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Steel

George Nelson for Herman Miller Coffee Table - Model 5756 - Walnut + Aluminum
George Nelson for Herman Miller Coffee Table - Model 5756 - Walnut + Aluminum

George Nelson for Herman Miller Coffee Table - Model 5756 - Walnut + Aluminum

By George Nelson, Herman Miller

Located in Decatur, GA

Scarce George Nelson for Herman Miller Model 5756 Cocktail Table in walnut and aluminum, circa 1950s. The juxtaposition of the hard lines and right angles of the aluminum base agains...

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1950s American Vintage George Nelson Furniture

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Aluminum

George Nelson for Herman Miller Twin Headboards w Hidden Storage, 1950s, Signed
George Nelson for Herman Miller Twin Headboards w Hidden Storage, 1950s, Signed

George Nelson for Herman Miller Twin Headboards w Hidden Storage, 1950s, Signed

By Herman Miller, George Nelson

Located in Los Angeles, CA

An early-production pair of twin headboards designed by George Nelson for Herman Miller, featuring a clever hidden storage compartment that opens to reveal an internal storage with s...

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage George Nelson Furniture

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Fabric, Walnut

George Nelson for Howard Miller Model No. 522 Wall Clock, c. 1950s
George Nelson for Howard Miller Model No. 522 Wall Clock, c. 1950s

George Nelson for Howard Miller Model No. 522 Wall Clock, c. 1950s

By George Nelson

Located in Dronten, NL

Beautiful Model No. 522 wall clock designed by George Nelson & Associates, and manufactured by Howard Miller. In good working condition. While Nelson’s iconic “Ball Clock” (Model 475...

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

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Aluminum

George Nelson for Herman Miller Vanity Stool
George Nelson for Herman Miller Vanity Stool

George Nelson for Herman Miller Vanity Stool

By Herman Miller, George Nelson

Located in New York, NY

Hard to find George Nelson for Herman Miller vanity bench, newly reupholstered in mohair fabric. This example is in very good, clean and ready to ...

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

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Mohair, Wood

Irving Harper and George Nelson Chronopak Howard Miller Desk Clock
Irving Harper and George Nelson Chronopak Howard Miller Desk Clock

Irving Harper and George Nelson Chronopak Howard Miller Desk Clock

By Irving Harper, Howard Miller, George Nelson

Located in New Windsor, NY

Irving Harper fand George Nelson for Howard Miller Clock Company Chronopak desk clock. Solid walnut case, minimalist black metal face and a convex glass on a brass plated steel base....

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage George Nelson Furniture

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Metal

rare bookcase designed "css" model by george nelson for herman miller 1060
rare bookcase designed "css" model by george nelson for herman miller 1060

rare bookcase designed "css" model by george nelson for herman miller 1060

By George Nelson

Located in taranto, IT

Rare Sky/Earth modular bookcase model "CSS", designed by George Nelson for Herman Miller, 1960 composed of five height-adjustable aluminium uprights, 10 shelves, two wooden upper com...

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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage George Nelson Furniture

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Aluminum

George Nelson Slatted Bench Model #4690
George Nelson Slatted Bench Model #4690

George Nelson Slatted Bench Model #4690

By George Nelson

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

George Nelson Birch slatted Bench An early example C.1950 Original Finish

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1950s American Vintage George Nelson Furniture

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Birch

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

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. The desk was made specifically for a client in the Promontory Apartment Building in Chicago designed by Nelson's associate, and world-renowned architect, Ludwig Mies van der Rohe. The entire apartment was outfitted in pieces from George Nelson's Basic Cabinet Series for Herman Miller that sat, untouched for nearly 70 years in their original setting! In addition to two aluminium sconces, this piece also features hidden, fluorescent lighting mounted in the upper canopy as a clever solution to Mies van der Rohe's lack of ceiling fixtures. This is a gorgeous, grandiose, and extremely rare piece of design history that will instantly outfit an entire office in striking style! Features: Desk: - Book-matched walnut veneer - Built-in Bar - Built in coat closet/wardrobe - Dual aluminum sconces - Hidden, indirect fluorescent lighting - Silver-plated Herman Miller hardware - Dual "floating" book shelves - Tapered, cantilevered peninsula desk...

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1940s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage George Nelson Furniture

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Aluminum

George Nelson Desk for Herman Miller
George Nelson Desk for Herman Miller

George Nelson Desk for Herman Miller

$1,600Sale Price|50% Off

George Nelson Desk for Herman Miller

By George Nelson, Herman Miller

Located in San Mateo, CA

Double pedestal desk by Herman Miller. This desk was probably a custom order. There are three wide drawers and three small drawers. The top small drawer has a sliding pencil...

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage George Nelson Furniture

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Chrome

George Nelson Adjustable Tray Table
George Nelson Adjustable Tray Table

George Nelson Adjustable Tray Table

By George Nelson

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

George Nelson Adjustable Tray Table Model #4950 Originally designed in 1949 utilizing Bent wood Technology perfected during WW2 Elegant and useful Original Clean surface A 2nd matche...

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1940s North American Vintage George Nelson Furniture

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Walnut

George Nelson per Herman Miller Libreria "CSS", italia 1960s
George Nelson per Herman Miller Libreria "CSS", italia 1960s

George Nelson per Herman Miller Libreria "CSS", italia 1960s

By Herman Miller, George Nelson

Located in Naples, IT

Libreria modulare del modello CSS disegnata da George Nelson per Herman Miller. Il sistema è un'iconica unità di scaffalatura modulare che incarna la filosofia del design moderno di ...

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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage George Nelson Furniture

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Steel

Vintage Sage Mohair Daybed with Hairpin Legs by George Nelson for Herman Miller
Vintage Sage Mohair Daybed with Hairpin Legs by George Nelson for Herman Miller

Vintage Sage Mohair Daybed with Hairpin Legs by George Nelson for Herman Miller

By Herman Miller, George Nelson

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Iconic hairpin/v-leg daybed/settee by George Nelson for Herman Miller. Early example (ca. 1950) with a metal spring and maple frame construction, this version designed without back ...

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage George Nelson Furniture

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Metal

Mid century George Nelson early slatted platform bench black lacquer
Mid century George Nelson early slatted platform bench black lacquer

Mid century George Nelson early slatted platform bench black lacquer

By Herman Miller, George Nelson

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Mid century George Nelson early slatted platform bench black lacquer. Has rounded corner base with flat head screws. All original black lacquer finish. Shows use from age. Made circa...

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage George Nelson Furniture

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Wood, Lacquer

George Nelson Thin Edge Floating Queen Headboard for Herman Miller
George Nelson Thin Edge Floating Queen Headboard for Herman Miller

George Nelson Thin Edge Floating Queen Headboard for Herman Miller

By Herman Miller, George Nelson

Located in San Diego, CA

Cool nice floating headboard designed by Nelson for Herman Miller , easy to hang on the wall simple elegant design great original condition.

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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern George Nelson Furniture

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Rattan, Wood

George Nelson Thin Edge Secretary Desk Cabinet for Herman Miller
George Nelson Thin Edge Secretary Desk Cabinet for Herman Miller

George Nelson Thin Edge Secretary Desk Cabinet for Herman Miller

By George Nelson

Located in Lake Worth, FL

1950s original Thin Edge secretary desk cabinet designed by George Nelson for Herman Miller. This early version features the rare black enamel stainless large pulls and tapered wood feet. Cabinet on the right includes an adjustable shelf and 2 drawers. Pull down desk is covered with black leather and features 5 drawers on the left side with original small white porcelain George Nelson drawer pulls...

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

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Walnut

George Nelson, Cigar Wall Sconce, Plastic, Walnut, Nickel, Herman Miller, 1952
George Nelson, Cigar Wall Sconce, Plastic, Walnut, Nickel, Herman Miller, 1952

George Nelson, Cigar Wall Sconce, Plastic, Walnut, Nickel, Herman Miller, 1952

By George Nelson, Herman Miller

Located in High Point, NC

An early-production Cigar Bubble wall sconce in plastic polymer, walnut and brushed nickel; designed by George Nelson and produced by Herman Miller, USA, 1952. Overall Dimensions (I...

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage George Nelson Furniture

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Nickel

Mid Century George Nelson Pedestal Side Table for Herman Miller Black Laminate
Mid Century George Nelson Pedestal Side Table for Herman Miller Black Laminate

Mid Century George Nelson Pedestal Side Table for Herman Miller Black Laminate

By Herman Miller, George Nelson

Located in Detroit, MI

This iconic Pedestal Design Table was designed by George Nelson for Herman Miller in 1954. This example is from 2003 and features a round black laminate top with an exposed maple ply...

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

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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 George Nelson Furniture

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Aluminum, Steel, Chrome

Vintage George Nelson Coconut Chair
Vintage George Nelson Coconut Chair

Vintage George Nelson Coconut Chair

By George Nelson

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

George Nelson Coconut Chair 1st series manufactured ,c. 1956 Original Orange Naugahyde Upholstery Original White Enameled Shell Foam is subtle ve...

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1950s American Vintage George Nelson Furniture

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Naugahyde

George Nelson 4 drawer Dresser "Basic Cabinet Series" for Herman Miller
George Nelson 4 drawer Dresser "Basic Cabinet Series" for Herman Miller

George Nelson 4 drawer Dresser "Basic Cabinet Series" for Herman Miller

By Herman Miller, George Nelson

Located in San Diego, CA

Designed by legendary American modernist George Nelson for Herman Miller, this authentic four-drawer dresser from the celebrated Basic Cabinet Series embodies the clean, architectura...

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage George Nelson Furniture

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Aluminum

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

Vintage BCS Bookcases in Walnut by George Nelson for Herman Miller

By Herman Miller, George Nelson

Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL

a pair of vintage bookcases (or nightstands) in walnut with slide-out shelves and signature aluminum hairpin legs designed by George Nelson for Herman Miller. Foil labels affixed to ...

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

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Aluminum

Mid-Century George Nelson Herman Miller Long Slatted Platform Bench in Birch
Mid-Century George Nelson Herman Miller Long Slatted Platform Bench in Birch

Mid-Century George Nelson Herman Miller Long Slatted Platform Bench in Birch

By Herman Miller, George Nelson

Located in Philadelphia, PA

A fine American Mid-Century Modern slatted Platform Bench. Designed by George Nelson for Herman Miller. In natural and black-lacquered birch with three trapezoidal legs. Model no....

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

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Birch

Midcentury George Nelson Omni Herman Miller Modular Shelving System Walnut 1950s
Midcentury George Nelson Omni Herman Miller Modular Shelving System Walnut 1950s

Midcentury George Nelson Omni Herman Miller Modular Shelving System Walnut 1950s

By Herman Miller, George Nelson

Located in Sherborne, Dorset

This is a rare American ‘Omni’ modular freestanding shelving system in walnut and aluminium, designed by George Nelson in 1952 and manufactured by Herman Miller, America. The shelvi...

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

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Metal, Aluminum

Rare George Nelson for Herman Miller Sling Sofa, Model 6832 in Rohleder Velvet
Rare George Nelson for Herman Miller Sling Sofa, Model 6832 in Rohleder Velvet

Rare George Nelson for Herman Miller Sling Sofa, Model 6832 in Rohleder Velvet

By George Nelson

Located in Culver City, CA

An extraordinary, true museum-grade rarity for the serious 20th-century design collector. Designed by George Nelson & Associates for Herman Miller in 1963, the Sling Sofa (Model 6832...

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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage George Nelson Furniture

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Chrome

George Nelson for Herman Miller Thin Edge Credenza, Model 5724, 1957
George Nelson for Herman Miller Thin Edge Credenza, Model 5724, 1957

George Nelson for Herman Miller Thin Edge Credenza, Model 5724, 1957

By George Nelson, Herman Miller

Located in Chicago, IL

George Nelson for Herman Miller Thin Edge Credenza, Model 5724, 1957 Beautifully grained walnut case with quarter-sawn walnut doors. Features four drawers and a pair of doors conceal...

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage George Nelson Furniture

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Aluminum

Comprehensive Storage System by George Nelson for Herman Miller
Comprehensive Storage System by George Nelson for Herman Miller

Comprehensive Storage System by George Nelson for Herman Miller

By Herman Miller, George Nelson

Located in Dallas, TX

Early production 'CSS" - Comprehensive Storage System designed by George Nelson for Herman Miller, 1959. This system is in excellent condition with the early Herman Miller lable cons...

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

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Aluminum

George Nelson 4 drawer Basic Vanity & Dresser for Herman Miller
George Nelson 4 drawer Basic Vanity & Dresser for Herman Miller

George Nelson 4 drawer Basic Vanity & Dresser for Herman Miller

By Herman Miller, George Nelson

Located in San Diego, CA

Designed by George Nelson for Herman Miller as part of his celebrated Basic Cabinet Series, this elegant 4-drawer vanity dresser embodies the clean lines, thoughtful functionality, a...

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage George Nelson Furniture

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Walnut

Mid Century Modern George Nelson Herman Miller Hairpin Leg Daybed Sofa
Mid Century Modern George Nelson Herman Miller Hairpin Leg Daybed Sofa

Mid Century Modern George Nelson Herman Miller Hairpin Leg Daybed Sofa

By Herman Miller, George Nelson

Located in Dayton, OH

Mid century modern George Nelson for Herman Miller Case Study daybed / sofa / couch / chaise lounge featuring iron hairpin legs with pine back suppor...

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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern George Nelson Furniture

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Metal

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 George Nelson, Herman Miller

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...

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage George Nelson Furniture

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Wood, Mahogany

George Nelson by Herman Miller Laminated Aluminum Design 1950s Rare Desk
George Nelson by Herman Miller Laminated Aluminum Design 1950s Rare Desk

George Nelson by Herman Miller Laminated Aluminum Design 1950s Rare Desk

By George Nelson, Herman Miller

Located in Brescia, IT

Modernist Desk George Nelson by Hermann Miller 1950 Laminated wood, aluminum base Rare model.

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage George Nelson Furniture

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Aluminum

Mid century birch dresser credenza by George Nelson Herman miller
Mid century birch dresser credenza by George Nelson Herman miller

Mid century birch dresser credenza by George Nelson Herman miller

By George Nelson, Herman Miller

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Mid century George Nelson for Herman Miller Primavera dresser or credenza. Has left side cabinet door and Four drawers with curved nickel metal pulls. Has drawer dividers and left si...

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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage George Nelson Furniture

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Nickel

Iconic George Nelson ‘Coconut’ Lounge Chair
Iconic George Nelson ‘Coconut’ Lounge Chair

Iconic George Nelson ‘Coconut’ Lounge Chair

By George Nelson, Vitra

Located in Waalwijk, NL

George Nelson, ‘Coconut’ lounge chair, fiberglass, leather upholstery, steel, United States, design 1955, later production The ‘Coconut’ lounge chair is one of George Nelson’s iconi...

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage George Nelson Furniture

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Steel

George Nelson for Howard Miller Model No. 622 Wall Clock, c. 1950s
George Nelson for Howard Miller Model No. 622 Wall Clock, c. 1950s

George Nelson for Howard Miller Model No. 622 Wall Clock, c. 1950s

By George Nelson

Located in Dronten, NL

Beautiful Model No. 622 wall clock designed by George Nelson & Associates, and manufactured by Howard Miller. In good working condition. While Nelson’s iconic “Ball Clock” (Model 475...

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

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Aluminum

George Nelson for Herman Miller CSS Wall Unit, 1950
George Nelson for Herman Miller CSS Wall Unit, 1950

George Nelson for Herman Miller CSS Wall Unit, 1950

By Herman Miller, George Nelson

Located in Chicago, IL

George Nelson for Herman Miller CSS Wall Unit, 1950’s. Unit is Walnut and made in Zeeland, Michigan. Measures 96” wide 19.5” deep 63” tall 2 Bottom ...

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage George Nelson Furniture

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Walnut

1950's George Nelson for Herman Miller Gate Leg Dining Table
1950's George Nelson for Herman Miller Gate Leg Dining Table

1950's George Nelson for Herman Miller Gate Leg Dining Table

By George Nelson

Located in Las Vegas, NV

Iconic George Nelson design for Herman Miller gate leg table. 2 fold wide wood hinged tops with double gate legs. The odd discoloration of one le...

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

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Walnut

George Nelson Nightstands by Herman Miller, Walnut & Aluminum, Model 4617, 1960s
George Nelson Nightstands by Herman Miller, Walnut & Aluminum, Model 4617, 1960s

George Nelson Nightstands by Herman Miller, Walnut & Aluminum, Model 4617, 1960s

By Herman Miller, George Nelson

Located in New York, NY

George Nelson Nightstands by Herman Miller, Walnut & Aluminum, Model 4617, 1960s. Handsome walnut bedside cabinets/nightstands, purchased by Solo Modern, from the estate of famed Mad Magazine cartoonist, Mort Drucker...

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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage George Nelson Furniture

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Aluminum, Zinc

Model 4663 Walnut Dining Chairs by George Nelson for Herman Miller, Set of 6
Model 4663 Walnut Dining Chairs by George Nelson for Herman Miller, Set of 6

Model 4663 Walnut Dining Chairs by George Nelson for Herman Miller, Set of 6

By George Nelson, Herman Miller

Located in Van Nuys, CA

Set of six mid-century model 4663 walnut dining chairs by George Nelson for Herman Miller. Designed in 1946 for Nelson’s inaugural collection with the manufacturer. This iconic mid-c...

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1940s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage George Nelson Furniture

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Wood

George Nelson for Herman Miller Executive Office desk and Return 1955
George Nelson for Herman Miller Executive Office desk and Return 1955

George Nelson for Herman Miller Executive Office desk and Return 1955

By George Nelson, Herman Miller

Located in Chicago, IL

George Nelson for Herman Miller Executive Office Desk and Return, 1955 Walnut case with laminate top and aluminum “H” base legs. The long cabinet is finished on all sides, featuring ...

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage George Nelson Furniture

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Aluminum

Three-Piece George Nelson Cabinetry Display Case Unit
Three-Piece George Nelson Cabinetry Display Case Unit

Three-Piece George Nelson Cabinetry Display Case Unit

By George Nelson

Located in New York, NY

Two small chests support the glass front display unit, vitrine. This versatile set can be used as shown, or separated into two dressers and a long glass display case. Selling three p...

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage George Nelson Furniture

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Walnut

George Nelson Original Vintage Brass and Wood Ball Wall Clock
George Nelson Original Vintage Brass and Wood Ball Wall Clock

George Nelson Original Vintage Brass and Wood Ball Wall Clock

By George Nelson

Located in Oceanside, US

An iconic Original Ball Wall Clock designed in 1947 by George Nelson Associates and produced by the Howard Miller Clock Company in Zeeland, Michigan. This early example features a ra...

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage George Nelson Furniture

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Brass

Early 1950s Rosewood George Nelson /Herman Miller Thin Edge Cabinet / Credenza
Early 1950s Rosewood George Nelson /Herman Miller Thin Edge Cabinet / Credenza

Early 1950s Rosewood George Nelson /Herman Miller Thin Edge Cabinet / Credenza

By Herman Miller, George Nelson

Located in Buffalo, NY

George Nelson for Herman Miller Thin Edge Cabinet / credenza in rosewood,, original porcelain hand pulls,, seldom seen extension table to left side Produced by Herman Miller in 195...

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

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Porcelain, Rosewood

Mid-century design cocoon hanging by George Nelson  lamp , 1970s
Mid-century design cocoon hanging by George Nelson  lamp , 1970s

Mid-century design cocoon hanging by George Nelson lamp , 1970s

By George Nelson

Located in Delft, NL

Mid-century design cocoon hanging by George Nelson lamp , 1970s

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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage George Nelson Furniture

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Plastic

Mid Century Planter Side Table by George Nelson for Herman Miller
Mid Century Planter Side Table by George Nelson for Herman Miller

Mid Century Planter Side Table by George Nelson for Herman Miller

By Herman Miller, George Nelson

Located in Las Vegas, NV

This is a classic Mid-century modern planter table designed by George Nelson for Herman Miller. There were several variations of this versatile piece. This example features a warm t...

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20th Century Mid-Century Modern George Nelson Furniture

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Teak

Extra Long George Nelson Platform Bench by Herman Miller, early 1950's
Extra Long George Nelson Platform Bench by Herman Miller, early 1950's

Extra Long George Nelson Platform Bench by Herman Miller, early 1950's

By Herman Miller, George Nelson

Located in Buffalo, NY

Introduced in 1946, the slat platform bench was one of Nelson's first designs for Herman Miller after becoming their design director. Intended to serve as a table, a seat, or a base for case goods, its countless imitations over the years are a testament to its functionality and popularity. Herman Miller produced them in a range of sizes to meet a variety of needs. This exceptional vintage example is model 4693. At 102” in length, it’s the largest size slat bench Herman Miller...

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage George Nelson Furniture

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Wood, Maple

George Nelson for Howard Miller forced Iron Stand Fireplace Log Fire Holder
George Nelson for Howard Miller forced Iron Stand Fireplace Log Fire Holder

George Nelson for Howard Miller forced Iron Stand Fireplace Log Fire Holder

By George Nelson, Howard Miller

Located in Den Haag, NL

A classic original 1960s Howard Miller fireplace “Fire basket” log fire holder designed by George Nelson Assoc. of forged Iron . Still traces left of the original Gold Color .

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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage George Nelson Furniture

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Iron

Steel Frame Dresser By George Nelson For Herman Miller / Classic Modernist
Steel Frame Dresser By George Nelson For Herman Miller / Classic Modernist

Steel Frame Dresser By George Nelson For Herman Miller / Classic Modernist

By George Nelson, Herman Miller

Located in Buffalo, NY

Classic Mid-Century Modern Steel Frame dresser 'model 4016' were designed by American designer George Nelson circa 1955 and produced by Herman Miller. white laminate tops that were ...

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage George Nelson Furniture

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Metal, Chrome

Mid Century Nelson for Avard Wrought Iron Garden Patio Dining Table
Mid Century Nelson for Avard Wrought Iron Garden Patio Dining Table

Mid Century Nelson for Avard Wrought Iron Garden Patio Dining Table

By Avard, George Nelson

Located in New York, NY

Exceptional Mid Century wrought iron garden, patio, poolside dining table attributed to George Nelson, for Avard, sometimes attributed to Frank and Sons, circa 1950's. The table fe...

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

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Wrought Iron

George Nelson for Herman Miller Model 4688 Mid Century Lounge Chairs - Pair
George Nelson for Herman Miller Model 4688 Mid Century Lounge Chairs - Pair

George Nelson for Herman Miller Model 4688 Mid Century Lounge Chairs - Pair

By George Nelson, Herman Miller

Located in Franklin Park, IL

George Nelson for Herman Miller Model 4688 Mid Century Lounge Chairs - Pair Each chair measures: 28 wide x 30 deep x 33 inches high, with a seat height of 17.5 and arm height/chair ...

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

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Upholstery, Wood

Vintage George Nelson / Howard Miller Multi-color Spike / Starburst Clock
Vintage George Nelson / Howard Miller Multi-color Spike / Starburst Clock

Vintage George Nelson / Howard Miller Multi-color Spike / Starburst Clock

By Howard Miller, George Nelson

Located in Buffalo, NY

Iconic Vintage George Nelson / Howard Miller Multi-color Spike / Starburst Electric Wall Clock,, Amazing colors,, wonderful patina,, retains original Howard Miller label,, Tested and...

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage George Nelson Furniture

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Metal

Pair Of Steel Frame Dressers By George Nelson For Herman Miller
Pair Of Steel Frame Dressers By George Nelson For Herman Miller

Pair Of Steel Frame Dressers By George Nelson For Herman Miller

By George Nelson, Herman Miller

Located in Brooklyn, NY

This pair of Mid-Century Modern Steel Frame dressers 'model 4016' were designed by American designer George Nelson circa 1955 and produced by Herman Miller. Both dressers feature pow...

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

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Steel, Chrome

Early & Rare Chair designed by John Pyle for George Nelson American Mid Century
Early & Rare Chair designed by John Pyle for George Nelson American Mid Century

Early & Rare Chair designed by John Pyle for George Nelson American Mid Century

By George Nelson

Located in San Diego, CA

Wonderful sculptural side chair. Pretzel designed in 1950s by John Pyle for George Nelson, amazing original finish and patina. Iconic and very rare chair only a few were made, hard t...

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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern George Nelson Furniture

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Wood

Vintage 1220 Action Office George Nelson bookcase for Herman Miller
Vintage 1220 Action Office George Nelson bookcase for Herman Miller

Vintage 1220 Action Office George Nelson bookcase for Herman Miller

By George Nelson

Located in LYON, FR

1220 Action Office George Nelson bookcase for Herman Miller Rare 1220 model bookcase by George Nelson for Herman Miller from the Action Office series. These shelves are modular, wi...

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

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Steel

George Nelson for Herman Miller Twin Headboards w Hidden Storage, 1950s, Signed
George Nelson for Herman Miller Twin Headboards w Hidden Storage, 1950s, Signed

George Nelson for Herman Miller Twin Headboards w Hidden Storage, 1950s, Signed

By Herman Miller, George Nelson

Located in Los Angeles, CA

An early-production pair of twin headboards designed by George Nelson for Herman Miller, featuring a clever hidden storage compartment that opens to reveal an internal storage with s...

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage George Nelson Furniture

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Walnut, Fabric

Sideboard by George Nelson for Herman Miller, 1970s
Sideboard by George Nelson for Herman Miller, 1970s

Sideboard by George Nelson for Herman Miller, 1970s

By George Nelson, Herman Miller

Located in bruxelles, BE

Wooden sideboard with 2 black sliding doors, each containing height-adjustable shelves and one door that can be locked designed by George Nelson. Wear due to time and age. FOR SHIPPI...

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1970s Central American Mid-Century Modern Vintage George Nelson Furniture

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Metal

Pr. Mid Century George Nelson Herman Miller Rosewood Thin Edge Bachelors Chests
Pr. Mid Century George Nelson Herman Miller Rosewood Thin Edge Bachelors Chests

Pr. Mid Century George Nelson Herman Miller Rosewood Thin Edge Bachelors Chests

By George Nelson, Herman Miller

Located in New York, NY

Exquisite matched pair of George Nelson designed four drawer Thin Edge dressers, executed in Rosewood, for Herman Miller circa 1950's. These chests are in very good, original, clean...

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

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Aluminum

George Nelson Modular Group Sofa
George Nelson Modular Group Sofa

George Nelson Modular Group Sofa

By Herman Miller, George Nelson

Located in Highland, IN

The modular seating group designed by the Nelson office in 1955 is one of our favorite sofa designs. It was designed on a 30" module and offered in a wide variety of configurations. ...

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage George Nelson Furniture

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Steel

George Nelson Classic Slat Bench 1950's Original Signed!
George Nelson Classic Slat Bench 1950's Original Signed!

George Nelson Classic Slat Bench 1950's Original Signed!

By George Nelson

Located in St.Petersburg, FL

A classic, original 1950's vintage George Nelson for Herman Miller slat bench. Original ebonised finish with warm patina. This is a hard to find original bench, retaining its foil la...

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage George Nelson Furniture

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Maple

George Nelson furniture for sale on 1stDibs.

George Nelson furniture are available for sale on 1stDibs. These distinctive items are frequently made of metal and are designed with extraordinary care. There are many options to choose from in our collection of George Nelson furniture, although brown editions of this piece are particularly popular. Many of the original furniture by George Nelson were created in the mid-century modern style in north america during the 20th century. If you’re looking for additional options, many customers also consider furniture by Drexel, Widdicomb Furniture Co., and John Widdicomb. Prices for George Nelson furniture can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these items begin at $155 and can go as high as $48,500, while a piece like these, on average, fetch $4,411.
Questions About George Nelson Furniture
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 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.

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