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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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George Nelson Ball Bubble Pendant Lamp by Modernica, USA
George Nelson Ball Bubble Pendant Lamp by Modernica, USA

George Nelson Ball Bubble Pendant Lamp by Modernica, USA

$900

George Nelson Ball Bubble Pendant Lamp by Modernica, USA

By George Nelson

Located in San Carlos, CA

A canonical example of American mid-century modern lighting, this medium Ball Bubble Pendant was produced by Modernica of Los Angeles using the original Howard Miller tooling and spe...

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Early 2000s American Mid-Century Modern George Nelson Furniture

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Aluminum

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

$3,800

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

By Howard Miller, George Nelson

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

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

$3,800

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

By George Nelson

Located in High Point, NC

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

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage George Nelson Furniture

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Steel

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

$5,900

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

George Nelson Cigar Lotus Floor Lamp, Mid-Century Modern Design
George Nelson Cigar Lotus Floor Lamp, Mid-Century Modern Design

George Nelson Cigar Lotus Floor Lamp, Mid-Century Modern Design

$700

George Nelson Cigar Lotus Floor Lamp, Mid-Century Modern Design

By Herman Miller, George Nelson

Located in Dallas, TX

While outfitting his office, architect and Herman Miller design director George Nelson discovered a silk-covered Swedish hanging lamp that he coveted but found too expensive. He then...

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

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Steel

George Nelson Tripod Table Clock
George Nelson Tripod Table Clock

George Nelson Tripod Table Clock

$3,500

George Nelson Tripod Table Clock

By George Nelson

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Scarce large tripod table clock, Model 4764, designed by George Nelson and Associates for Howard Miller Clock Company. Satin brass dial encased in plexiglass bubble, with signature b...

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

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Brass

Mid Century Omni Wood Modular Wall Unit Shelving & Bookcase by George Nelson
Mid Century Omni Wood Modular Wall Unit Shelving & Bookcase by George Nelson

Mid Century Omni Wood Modular Wall Unit Shelving & Bookcase by George Nelson

$5,900

Mid Century Omni Wood Modular Wall Unit Shelving & Bookcase by George Nelson

By George Nelson

Located in Detroit, MI

This vintage mid century modern Omni wall unit shelving system designed by George Nelson is circa 1960. This ingenious shelving system features spring-loaded floor to ceiling aluminu...

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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage George Nelson Furniture

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Metal, Aluminum

Iconic George Nelson for Howard Miller Mid-Century Modern Starburst Clock
Iconic George Nelson for Howard Miller Mid-Century Modern Starburst Clock

Iconic George Nelson for Howard Miller Mid-Century Modern Starburst Clock

$2,500

Iconic George Nelson for Howard Miller Mid-Century Modern Starburst Clock

By Howard Miller, George Nelson

Located in Wheat Ridge, CO

An iconic and authentic George Nelson for Howard Miller Mid-Century Modern Starburst Clock with its original stamp / maker’s mark intact. Measurements: 19.5ʺ wide, 2.5" deep and 19....

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

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Metal

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

Mid-Century Modern George Nelson for Herman Miller Primavera Headboard

$5,500

Mid-Century Modern George Nelson for Herman Miller Primavera Headboard

By George Nelson, Herman Miller

Located in Forney, TX

A rare American Mid-Century Modern headboard for a double (full) size bed with storage and adjustable backrests by important Modernist architect and designer George Nelson (American, 1908-1986) for Herman Miller, circa 1950, model 4647 from the Primavera Collection, walnut, tufted vinyl, ebonized feet. Dimensions: (approx) 40" High, 56.25" Wide, 12" Deep A superb example, in excellent original vintage condition, having a pair tufted vinyl doors that slide down to reveal individual storage compartments. Walnut veneer in excellent condition with one small (.75") stable bubble beneath the surface at top (no splitting or discoloration present). Bed retains both brackets and anchor pins...

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

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Upholstery, PVC, Wood, Walnut

1960s Action Office Standing Desk by George Nelson, Herman Miler production
1960s Action Office Standing Desk by George Nelson, Herman Miler production

1960s Action Office Standing Desk by George Nelson, Herman Miler production

$10,224

1960s Action Office Standing Desk by George Nelson, Herman Miler production

By Robert Propst, Herman Miller, George Nelson

Located in Renens, CH

1960s Action Office Standing Desk by George Nelson, Herman Miler production George Nelson, architect, designer and author is famous for several ...

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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage George Nelson Furniture

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Metal

George Nelson Coffee Table in White by Herman Miller
George Nelson Coffee Table in White by Herman Miller

George Nelson Coffee Table in White by Herman Miller

$1,500 / item

George Nelson Coffee Table in White by Herman Miller

By Herman Miller, George Nelson

Located in Los Angeles, CA

This is George Nelson's signature end table, characterized by clean lines and practicality. The metal base pedestal looks almost organic as it rise...

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

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Aluminum

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Made in Czechoslovakia Made of glass, chrome 2x E27 or E26 socket With aged patina Re-polished Original condition.

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Mid-Century Modern Danish Wall Clock by Fritz Hansen, George Nelson, Teak, 1957
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$1,250

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By Fritz Hansen

Located in Stamford, CT

Stool seat wall clock, model 7512, c. 1957 by Fritz Hansen. This finely decorative wall clock is simply stunning and is certain to draw conversation in any room in the home. Produced by George Nelson & Associates, USA, 1950s Stamped 'FH DENMARK...

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Iconic George Nelson for Howard Miller Mid-Century Modern Starburst Clock
Iconic George Nelson for Howard Miller Mid-Century Modern Starburst Clock

Iconic George Nelson for Howard Miller Mid-Century Modern Starburst Clock

$2,500

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Iconic George Nelson for Howard Miller Mid-Century Modern Starburst Clock

By Howard Miller, George Nelson

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

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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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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

$1,220

H 13 in W 13 in D 3 in

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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H 23 in W 20 in D 20 in

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Pair Silver Nickel Alabaster Sunburst Wall Sconces
Pair Silver Nickel Alabaster Sunburst Wall Sconces

Pair Silver Nickel Alabaster Sunburst Wall Sconces

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H 8 in W 6.5 in D 7 in

Pair Silver Nickel Alabaster Sunburst Wall Sconces

Located in Palm Springs, CA

Pair nickel silver metal wall sconces with alabaster globe shades and sunburst motif backplates. Newly wired for US installation. Each uses single candelabra size bulb. Diameter of a...

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

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H 35.44 in Dm 18.9 in

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By George Nelson

Located in Delft, NL

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Mid Century Modern George Nelson Model No. 622 Wall Clock
Mid Century Modern George Nelson Model No. 622 Wall Clock

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By George Nelson

Located in Dronten, NL

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Vintage George Nelson Model-2202 Sunburst Clock for Howard Miller
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Located in Los Angeles, CA

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Previously Available Items
George Nelson Bubble Lamp
George Nelson Bubble Lamp

George Nelson Bubble Lamp

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H 6 in W 17.5 in D 17.5 in

George Nelson Bubble Lamp

By Howard Miller, George Nelson

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Vintage Howard Miller bubble lamp by George Nelson. This iconic lamp is composed of a steel wire frame covered in a textured paper shade. Thi...

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1960s Mid-Century Modern Vintage George Nelson Furniture

George Nelson Bubble Lamp
George Nelson Bubble Lamp

George Nelson Bubble Lamp

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H 24 in Dm 24 in

George Nelson Bubble Lamp

By Howard Miller, George Nelson

Located in Los Angeles, CA

An original H-725 bubble lamp (now referred to as “Ball Pendant” variant) designed by George Nelson for Howard Miller in 1947. The lightweight steel frame ...

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

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George Nelson Bubble Lamp
George Nelson Bubble Lamp

George Nelson Bubble Lamp

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H 14 in Dm 36 in

George Nelson Bubble Lamp

By Howard Miller, George Nelson

Located in Los Angeles, CA

An original H-727 bubble lamp (now referred to as “Saucer Lamp” variant) designed by George Nelson for Howard Miller in 1947. The lightweight steel frame is covered in the original p...

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Rare George Nelson Bubble Lamp
Rare George Nelson Bubble Lamp

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H 46 in Dm 18 in

Rare George Nelson Bubble Lamp

By George Nelson

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Very rare George Nelson bubble lamp. This lamp has been restored by Madernica with a new membrane and internal string

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George Nelson Bubble Table Lamp
George Nelson Bubble Table Lamp

George Nelson Bubble Table Lamp

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H 26.78 in Dm 12.6 in

George Nelson Bubble Table Lamp

By George Nelson

Located in Barcelona, ES

Bubble table lamp designed by George Nelson in 1947-50, USA. Polished steel base and metal and vinyl shade. This is a Modernica edition.

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George Nelson Bubble Floor Lamps
George Nelson Bubble Floor Lamps

George Nelson Bubble Floor Lamps

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H 57.5 in Dm 12 in

George Nelson Bubble Floor Lamps

By Herman Miller, George Nelson

Located in Atlanta, GA

George nelson bubble floor lamps, American, circa 2000s. Signed with Herman Miller lable. These were only produced by Herman Miller as floor lamps for a ...

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Bubble Lamp by George Nelson
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By Howard Miller, George Nelson

Located in Oklahoma City, OK

When period pieces are a must, original is everything. This is a wonderful pair of "Bubble" lamps by Howard Miller. If you are familiar with these you know they have a distinct warm ...

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

Monumental George Nelson Bubble Pendant Lamp

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H 25 in Dm 25 in

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 e...

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George Nelson Bubble Lamp for Howard Miller
George Nelson Bubble Lamp for Howard Miller

George Nelson Bubble Lamp for Howard Miller

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H 12 in W 12 in D 12 in

George Nelson Bubble Lamp for Howard Miller

By George Nelson

Located in Oak Harbor, OH

George Nelson Bubble Lamp for Howard Miller This George Nelson bubble lamp is in mint condition. It still retains its box and is considere...

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Mid-Century Bubble Lamp by George Nelson
Mid-Century Bubble Lamp by George Nelson

Mid-Century Bubble Lamp by George Nelson

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H 16 in W 19 in D 19 in

Mid-Century Bubble Lamp by George Nelson

By George Nelson

Located in Winnetka, IL

This is a Mid-Century bubble hanging fixture by George Nelson for Howard Miller.

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Late 20th Century American George Nelson Furniture

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George Nelson Modernica Mid-Century Bubble Pendant
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H 9 in Dm 25 in

George Nelson Modernica Mid-Century Bubble Pendant

By George Nelson

Located in Astoria, NY

George Nelson Modernica Mid-Century Modern "saucer" shape bubble pendant ceiling lamp, translucent white synthetic over a wire frame, Modernica ...

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Herman Miller Large Nelson Saucer Bubble Pendant
Herman Miller Large Nelson Saucer Bubble Pendant

Herman Miller Large Nelson Saucer Bubble Pendant

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H 14 in Dm 35 in

Herman Miller Large Nelson Saucer Bubble Pendant

By George Nelson, Herman Miller

Located in Brooklyn, NY

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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.

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Questions About George Nelson Furniture
  • Why is George Nelson famous?
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    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?
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    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.

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