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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
George Nelson & Associates Custom CSS by Herman Miller, USA, 1959
George Nelson & Associates Custom CSS by Herman Miller, USA, 1959

George Nelson & Associates Custom CSS by Herman Miller, USA, 1959

By Herman Miller, George Nelson

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Beautiful George Nelson & Associates custom CSS (Comprehensive Shelving System) for Herman Miller USA, 1959 Custom ordered directly from the factory with mail slots and four dra...

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage George Nelson Furniture

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Aluminum

1950s George Nelson for Herman Miller Thin Edge Rosewood Cabinet / Dresser
1950s George Nelson for Herman Miller Thin Edge Rosewood Cabinet / Dresser

1950s George Nelson for Herman Miller Thin Edge Rosewood Cabinet / Dresser

By George Nelson

Located in Philadelphia, PA

This is a dresser/cabinet from the Thin Edge series, originally designed by George Nelson for Herman Miller in 1953. This piece was produced in the United States and dates back to th...

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1950s American Modern Vintage George Nelson Furniture

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Aluminum

George Nelson Herman Miller White Laminate Pedestal Dinette Mid Century Table
George Nelson Herman Miller White Laminate Pedestal Dinette Mid Century Table

George Nelson Herman Miller White Laminate Pedestal Dinette Mid Century Table

By George Nelson, Herman Miller

Located in Keego Harbor, MI

A George Nelson for Herman Miller pedestal dinette table. A fantastic little table with a white laminate table top, a wooden table, and a white aluminum base with x-shaped legs. This...

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Mid-20th Century George Nelson Furniture

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Laminate

Writing Desk by George Nelson for Herman Miller
Writing Desk by George Nelson for Herman Miller

Writing Desk by George Nelson for Herman Miller

By George Nelson, Herman Miller

Located in Sagaponack, NY

A single pedestal writing desk by George Nelson for Herman Miller with a built-in pivoting lamp. Lamp is 18" H.

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage George Nelson Furniture

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Steel

George Nelson Rosewood Thin Edge Dresser for Herman Miller
George Nelson Rosewood Thin Edge Dresser for Herman Miller

George Nelson Rosewood Thin Edge Dresser for Herman Miller

By Herman Miller, George Nelson

Located in San Francisco, CA

George Nelson Thin Edge Group eight drawer dresser for Herman Miller. Made with high quality construction and detail in Brazilian rosewood and oak with drawer dividers to help with ...

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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage George Nelson Furniture

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Aluminum

Midcentury Action Office Roll Top Desk George Nelson for H Miller
Midcentury Action Office Roll Top Desk George Nelson for H Miller

Midcentury Action Office Roll Top Desk George Nelson for H Miller

By George Nelson

Located in Pasadena, TX

Herman Miller George Nelson action office series drafting desk 1965 design This vintage roll-top writing desk is from the Herman Miller "Action...

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

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Aluminum

Early Mid Century Modern George Nelson Platform Slatted Bench for Herman Miller
Early Mid Century Modern George Nelson Platform Slatted Bench for Herman Miller

Early Mid Century Modern George Nelson Platform Slatted Bench for Herman Miller

By Herman Miller, George Nelson

Located in Topeka, KS

Iconic Early Mid Century Modern George Nelson Platform Bench for Herman Miller composed of a natural maple slatted bench and black painted maple legs. Beautiful condition, keeping in...

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

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Maple, Paint

George Nelson "Half Nelson" Lamp for Koch Lowy #2
George Nelson "Half Nelson" Lamp for Koch Lowy #2

George Nelson "Half Nelson" Lamp for Koch Lowy #2

By George Nelson

Located in St.Petersburg, FL

A classic George Nelson Half lamp for Koch Lowy. In brass finish. Very good overall conditon. The shade pivots to aim light. The switch has minor edge paint loss, shade has a minor h...

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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage George Nelson Furniture

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Aluminum

George Nelson & Alexander Girard Wall Mounted Cabinet, 1964
George Nelson & Alexander Girard Wall Mounted Cabinet, 1964

George Nelson & Alexander Girard Wall Mounted Cabinet, 1964

By George Nelson

Located in Coronado, CA

An extremely uncommon wall-mounted cabinet designed collaboratively by George Nelson and Alexander Girard in 1964 as part of the Herman Miller accessory line. The cabinet features tw...

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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage George Nelson Furniture

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Laminate, Walnut, Paint

George Nelson For Herman Miller Desk And Credenza
George Nelson For Herman Miller Desk And Credenza

George Nelson For Herman Miller Desk And Credenza

By George Nelson

Located in Pasadena, TX

A mid century modern desk and credenza designed by George Nelson and made by Herman Miller. The walnut credenza with multiple drawers and compartments for storage. The desk with wa...

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1960s American Vintage George Nelson Furniture

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Laminate, Walnut

George Nelson Platform Bench by Herman Miller
George Nelson Platform Bench by Herman Miller

George Nelson Platform Bench by Herman Miller

By Herman Miller, George Nelson

Located in Highland, IN

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 ...

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1940s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage George Nelson Furniture

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Maple

Early George Nelson Desk / Return, Child's Desk, Modernist, Herman Miller
Early George Nelson Desk / Return, Child's Desk, Modernist, Herman Miller

Early George Nelson Desk / Return, Child's Desk, Modernist, Herman Miller

By Herman Miller, George Nelson

Located in Buffalo, NY

Early George Nelson desk / return, child's desk, Modernist, Herman Miller, Retains original Herman Miller foil label, 4 drawers, pencil dividers, steel frame, minor pitting (lower right side bottom). Original designed for larger desk, return, typewriter desk...

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage George Nelson Furniture

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Aluminum, Steel

George Nelson Herman Miller Miniature Chest # 5215
George Nelson Herman Miller Miniature Chest # 5215

George Nelson Herman Miller Miniature Chest # 5215

By George Nelson

Located in St.Petersburg, FL

Unusual version of the George Nelson miniature/jewelry chest #5215. This one features the white formica on the bottom of the case not the top as is more typical. Teak wood constructi...

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage George Nelson Furniture

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Walnut

George Nelson "Dry Erase" Desk with Return
George Nelson "Dry Erase" Desk with Return

George Nelson "Dry Erase" Desk with Return

By George Nelson

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Fantastic desk by George Nelson for Herman Miller. Newly laminated Formica top with dry erase laminate. Very cool, dry/erase surface for your work desk. Extr...

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1950s American Vintage George Nelson Furniture

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Chrome

George Nelson Rosewood Thin Edge Dressers
George Nelson Rosewood Thin Edge Dressers

George Nelson Rosewood Thin Edge Dressers

By George Nelson

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Thin edge dressers by George Nelson for Herman Miller Porcelain handles and metal legs. Dressers have been refinished.  

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1950s American Vintage George Nelson Furniture

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Aluminum

George Nelson For Herman Miller First Generation Coconut Chair and Ottoman
George Nelson For Herman Miller First Generation Coconut Chair and Ottoman

George Nelson For Herman Miller First Generation Coconut Chair and Ottoman

By George Nelson

Located in Seattle, WA

The Coconut chair was designed in 1955 by the American architect, industrial designer, author, editor and teacher George Nelson. Unlike the later editions, the first generation has a...

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage George Nelson Furniture

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Metal

Vintage MCM George Nelson 5476 Lounge Chair for Herman Miller Fuchsia Fabric
Vintage MCM George Nelson 5476 Lounge Chair for Herman Miller Fuchsia Fabric

Vintage MCM George Nelson 5476 Lounge Chair for Herman Miller Fuchsia Fabric

By Herman Miller, George Nelson

Located in Topeka, KS

Handsome vintage MCM (a.k.a.) Mid-Century Modern 5476 lounge chair designed by George Nelson for Herman Miller. Comprised of a walnut frame and fuchsia...

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

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Fabric, Walnut

C. 1955 George Nelson Herman Miller Basic Cabinet Series Nightstand / End Table
C. 1955 George Nelson Herman Miller Basic Cabinet Series Nightstand / End Table

C. 1955 George Nelson Herman Miller Basic Cabinet Series Nightstand / End Table

By George Nelson

Located in Philadelphia, PA

This is a Nightstand / Cabinet from George Nelson's Basic Cabinet Series, originally designed in 1946. This particular example was produced by Herman Miller C. 1955. This piece featu...

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1950s American Modern Vintage George Nelson Furniture

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Aluminum

GEORGE NELSON THIN EDGE CHEST / Cabinet for HERMAN MILLER. Classic Modernist
GEORGE NELSON THIN EDGE CHEST / Cabinet for HERMAN MILLER. Classic Modernist

GEORGE NELSON THIN EDGE CHEST / Cabinet for HERMAN MILLER. Classic Modernist

By Herman Miller, George Nelson

Located in Buffalo, NY

Nice early George Nelson 'Thin Edge' chest of drawers with classic aluminum pulls and walnut or mahogany veneer. Divided drawers,,, Produced in the 1950s & 1960s by Herman Miller, ...

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage George Nelson Furniture

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Aluminum

George Nelson, Cabinets, Birch, Stainless Steel, USA c. 1955
George Nelson, Cabinets, Birch, Stainless Steel, USA c. 1955

George Nelson, Cabinets, Birch, Stainless Steel, USA c. 1955

By Herman Miller, George Nelson

Located in Stamford, CT

George Nelson, Herman Miller, American Mid-Century Modern, Nightstands or Commodes, Birch, Stainless Steel, USA, 1955 Pair of bedside cabinets or commodes designed by George Nelson ...

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage George Nelson Furniture

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Steel

George Nelson Black Enameled Mahogany 4 Drawer Dresser, 1950's
George Nelson Black Enameled Mahogany 4 Drawer Dresser, 1950's

George Nelson Black Enameled Mahogany 4 Drawer Dresser, 1950's

By George Nelson, Herman Miller

Located in Bainbridge, NY

George Nelson for Herman Miller "Basic Series" Four Drawer Black Dresser, circa 1955. Featuring a rectangular paneled Mahogany Cabinet, Dresser, four drawers, circular Lucite handles...

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage George Nelson Furniture

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Mahogany, Lucite

Mid Century Modern Sofa with Side Tables George Nelson for Herman Miller
Mid Century Modern Sofa with Side Tables George Nelson for Herman Miller

Mid Century Modern Sofa with Side Tables George Nelson for Herman Miller

By George Nelson, Herman Miller

Located in Rancho Cucamonga, CA

Mid-Century Modern George Nelson Sofa with Integrated Side Tables for Herman Miller – This exquisite vintage piece, dating back to the 1950s-1960s, epitomizes the functional elegance...

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

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Steel

Pair of "Basic Cabinet Series" Nightstands by George Nelson for Herman Miller
Pair of "Basic Cabinet Series" Nightstands by George Nelson for Herman Miller

Pair of "Basic Cabinet Series" Nightstands by George Nelson for Herman Miller

By George Nelson, Herman Miller

Located in Kansas City, MO

A pair of "Basic Cabinet Series" nightstands by George Nelson for Herman Miller, Model 4618. Designed in 1946. Dark walnut wood cases with ebonized block legs and aluminum pulls on ...

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage George Nelson Furniture

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Walnut

George Nelson for Koch and Lowy Half Nelson Lamp Circa 1980
George Nelson for Koch and Lowy Half Nelson Lamp Circa 1980

George Nelson for Koch and Lowy Half Nelson Lamp Circa 1980

By George Nelson

Located in Palm Springs, CA

A beautiful Half Nelson lamp manufactured by Koch and Lowy circa 1980. This lamp was originally designed in 1949/50 by George Nelson. The lamp is in working condition and is in good condition. There are scuff marks to the top along with some swirl marks and small spots of paint loss and scuffs on the base, please see the detailed photos. The top hood is adjustable and will allow a variety of different looks. It is pictured in our gallery resting on a Eero Saarinen for Knoll Tulip table and chair...

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1980s American Vintage George Nelson Furniture

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Metal

George Nelson Tripod Table Clock
George Nelson Tripod Table Clock

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

Glass Cabinet by George Nelson for Herman Miller
Glass Cabinet by George Nelson for Herman Miller

Glass Cabinet by George Nelson for Herman Miller

By George Nelson, Herman Miller

Located in Sagaponack, NY

A solid walnut open cabinet or vitrine with three adjustable glass shelves and a solid glass paneled back.

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage George Nelson Furniture

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Glass, Walnut

Nimbus / Beehive Pendant Lamp by George Nelson and Associates Midcentury
Nimbus / Beehive Pendant Lamp by George Nelson and Associates Midcentury

Nimbus / Beehive Pendant Lamp by George Nelson and Associates Midcentury

By George Nelson

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Very rare chandelier model NS808 / 'Nimbus' (also known as 'Beehive') by renowned George Nelson and Associates studio made for Nessen Lighting, designed in 1969 by Farid Iskander.

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

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Aluminum

George Nelson for Herman Miller Low Walnut Credenza
George Nelson for Herman Miller Low Walnut Credenza

George Nelson for Herman Miller Low Walnut Credenza

By George Nelson

Located in Denton, TX

Rare Glass sliding doors on a walnut display cabinet with adjustable shelves. Chrome legs with original Domes of silence glides. The Herman Miller badge is missing, please see pictur...

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

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Chrome

George Nelson & Associates Kite Table Lamp Howard Miller
George Nelson & Associates Kite Table Lamp Howard Miller

George Nelson & Associates Kite Table Lamp Howard Miller

By Howard Miller, George Nelson

Located in Miami, FL

George Nelson & Associates Kite table lamp made by Howard Miller. The shade was recently replaced. Chrome was not cleaned and has wear. Please see pictures.

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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage George Nelson Furniture

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Chrome

1950's George Nelson X-Leg Extension Dining Table Model 5062
1950's George Nelson X-Leg Extension Dining Table Model 5062

1950's George Nelson X-Leg Extension Dining Table Model 5062

By George Nelson, Herman Miller

Located in Hanover, MA

Early George Nelson model 5062 X-Leg extension dining table for Herman Miller, 1952. Table has two 12 inch extension leaves and pull-out metal extension tracks. Table is 29 inches...

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage George Nelson Furniture

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Iron

Original Early George Nelson for Herman Miller Pretzel Chair
Original Early George Nelson for Herman Miller Pretzel Chair

Original Early George Nelson for Herman Miller Pretzel Chair

By George Nelson

Located in Sarasota, FL

George Nelson for Herman Miller pretzel chair. Rare and beautiful chair with very low production. Production being this one either 1957 or 1958. Believed to be under 100 of these ...

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage George Nelson Furniture

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Bentwood

Vintage Sofa by George Nelson for Herman Miller
Vintage Sofa by George Nelson for Herman Miller

Vintage Sofa by George Nelson for Herman Miller

By George Nelson, Herman Miller

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Offered here is a rare and highly collectible “Model 0693” Sofa, designed by George Nelson as part of his visionary Modular Seating System for Herman Miller, produced between 1956 an...

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

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Metal

Five Drawer Tall Chest & Two Door Cabinet Server by George Nelson for Herman
Five Drawer Tall Chest & Two Door Cabinet Server by George Nelson for Herman

Five Drawer Tall Chest & Two Door Cabinet Server by George Nelson for Herman

By George Nelson

Located in Dallas, TX

Five-drawer tall cabinet model 4610 with matching two-door server cabinet model 4625 designed by George Nelson for Herman Miller 1952. Both cabinets are in excellent restored condition and were in the dining room of an estate designed by architect Louis Kahn...

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Mid-20th Century American George Nelson Furniture

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Wood

George Nelson Steel Frame Cabinet Model 4036 For Herman Miller
George Nelson Steel Frame Cabinet Model 4036 For Herman Miller

George Nelson Steel Frame Cabinet Model 4036 For Herman Miller

By George Nelson, Herman Miller

Located in Brooklyn, NY

This compact Mid-Century Modern Steel Frame credenza cabinet 'model 4036' was designed by American designer George Nelson circa 1955 and produced by Herman Miller. The cabinet featur...

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

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Steel, Chrome

Vintage George nelson Steel frame Side table for Herman Miller
Vintage George nelson Steel frame Side table for Herman Miller

Vintage George nelson Steel frame Side table for Herman Miller

By Herman Miller, George Nelson

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 Vintage George Nelson Furniture

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Iron

Early George Nelson Full Sized Tilting Storage Headboard # 5400
Early George Nelson Full Sized Tilting Storage Headboard # 5400

Early George Nelson Full Sized Tilting Storage Headboard # 5400

By George Nelson

Located in Cincinnati, OH

A dark brownish ebony finished full sized headboard with wheat toned soft contract fabric upholstered headrests . The best thing about this well designed piece is there is storage be...

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

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Upholstery, Wood

Early Original George Nelson Marshmallow Sofa. Amazing Condition. Signed
Early Original George Nelson Marshmallow Sofa. Amazing Condition. Signed

Early Original George Nelson Marshmallow Sofa. Amazing Condition. Signed

By George Nelson, Irving Harper, Herman Miller

Located in Kansas City, MO

Orignal production iconic Marshmallow Sofa designed by Irving Harper for the George Nelson Office therefore attributed to George Nelson. Manufactured by Herman Miller and signed who...

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage George Nelson Furniture

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Aluminum, Steel

Early and Rare Pretzel sIDE Chair by George Nelson
Early and Rare Pretzel sIDE Chair by George Nelson

Early and Rare Pretzel sIDE Chair by George Nelson

By George Nelson

Located in Buffalo, NY

Early and Rare Pretzel sIDE Chair by George Nelson, c 1952,,, gREAT EXAMPLE, Iconic Design. Becoming increasingly harder and harder to find..Nice original condition,, Age appropri...

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage George Nelson Furniture

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Plywood

George Nelson for Arbuck Wrought Iron Patio Side Tables
George Nelson for Arbuck Wrought Iron Patio Side Tables

George Nelson for Arbuck Wrought Iron Patio Side Tables

By Arbuck, George Nelson

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Pair of elegant, tiered, wrought iron side tables by George Nelson For Arbuck feature travertine tops that lay within the frames and mesh bottom tiers at 14 inches height.

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

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Travertine, Wrought Iron

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

Vintage BCS Dresser in Walnut by George Nelson for Herman Miller

By Herman Miller, George Nelson

Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL

Vintage 8 drawer dresser with aluminum drawers pulls and legs designed by George Nelson as part of his Basic Cabinet Series (BCS) for Herman Miller circa 1950s. Original foil label a...

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

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Aluminum

George Nelson Walnut Nightstands with White Laminate tops
George Nelson Walnut Nightstands with White Laminate tops

George Nelson Walnut Nightstands with White Laminate tops

By George Nelson

Located in Asbury Park, NJ

A beautiful pair of 1950's nightstands. Designed by George Nelson for Herman Miller. Walnut casework with a single drawer over a single shelf, finished with a white laminate top and ...

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1950s Vintage George Nelson Furniture

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Walnut

Extra Long George Nelson Platform Bench by Herman Miller
Extra Long George Nelson Platform Bench by Herman Miller

Extra Long George Nelson Platform Bench by Herman Miller

By Herman Miller, George Nelson

Located in Highland, IN

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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Maple

George Nelson Nine Drawer Miniature Chest for Herman Miller Mod. 5517 Sideboard
George Nelson Nine Drawer Miniature Chest for Herman Miller Mod. 5517 Sideboard

George Nelson Nine Drawer Miniature Chest for Herman Miller Mod. 5517 Sideboard

By George Nelson

Located in Argelato, BO

George Nelson (Chicago 1908 - Barrington 1986) Vertical chest of nine drawers from the "Miniature Chests" series. Herman Miller production, design 1952, marketing 1952-1963. White pa...

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1950s Mid-Century Modern Vintage George Nelson Furniture

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Aluminum

George Nelson - Omni System - Shelving or Wall Unit Walnut Cabinet Only - Parts
George Nelson - Omni System - Shelving or Wall Unit Walnut Cabinet Only - Parts

George Nelson - Omni System - Shelving or Wall Unit Walnut Cabinet Only - Parts

By George Nelson

Located in St. Louis, MO

Mid-Century Modern 1960s George Nelson designed for Omni Systems, this is part for a wall unit, A Drop Leaf Desk, no hardware. Part # 6405314. I need to co...

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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage George Nelson Furniture

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Walnut

Pair of Catenary Chairs by George Nelson for Herman Miller
Pair of Catenary Chairs by George Nelson for Herman Miller

Pair of Catenary Chairs by George Nelson for Herman Miller

By George Nelson

Located in Dallas, TX

A rare pair of Catenary chairs designed by George Nelson for Herman Miller. Reupholstered in Zinc / Sagone / Electric Teal fabric.

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1960s Vintage George Nelson Furniture

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Bouclé

George Nelson Walnut Veneer Bookcase for Herman Miller, Mid-Century
George Nelson Walnut Veneer Bookcase for Herman Miller, Mid-Century

George Nelson Walnut Veneer Bookcase for Herman Miller, Mid-Century

By George Nelson, Herman Miller

Located in Queens, NY

American Mid-Century walnut veneer bookcase with two shelves in a rectangular cabinet, resting on four tapered wooden legs. (BCS BASICS CABINET SERIES, GEORGE NELSON FOR HERMAN MILLE...

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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern George Nelson Furniture

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Walnut

Thin Edge Jewelry Chest by George Nelson 1954, Original, Rosewood, Teak, Signed
Thin Edge Jewelry Chest by George Nelson 1954, Original, Rosewood, Teak, Signed

Thin Edge Jewelry Chest by George Nelson 1954, Original, Rosewood, Teak, Signed

By George Nelson

Located in Kansas City, MO

Rare early George Nelson for Herman Miller nine drawer jewelry / miniature cabinet in rosewood and teak with porcelain pulls. Completely original, never refinished very good conditio...

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1950s Mid-Century Modern Vintage George Nelson Furniture

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Teak, Rosewood, Porcelain

Lazy Susan Round Dining Table Very Rare Brazilian Rosewood Top
Lazy Susan Round Dining Table Very Rare Brazilian Rosewood Top

Lazy Susan Round Dining Table Very Rare Brazilian Rosewood Top

By Herman Miller, George Nelson

Located in Kansas City, MO

Early, rare rosewood lazy susan dining table designed by George Nelson for Herman Miller. The center white laminate area is a lazy susan so it turns in a circular motion. This is the...

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage George Nelson Furniture

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Steel

Mid-Century Modern George Nelson Herman Miller 5 Drawer Chest Dresser Restored
Mid-Century Modern George Nelson Herman Miller 5 Drawer Chest Dresser Restored

Mid-Century Modern George Nelson Herman Miller 5 Drawer Chest Dresser Restored

By Herman Miller, George Nelson

Located in Rockaway, NJ

Mid-Century Modern George Nelson Herman Miller 5 drawer chest dresser restored.

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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern George Nelson Furniture

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Walnut

rare george nelson steel frame sofa
rare george nelson steel frame sofa

rare george nelson steel frame sofa

By Herman Miller, George Nelson

Located in Munich, DE

nice sofa from the steel frame series. an icon of modern design. shows signes of previous use, but has no defects and the white leather has nice patina.

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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage George Nelson Furniture

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Metal

Pair George Nelson for Herman Miller Basic Series Nightstands in Walnut
Pair George Nelson for Herman Miller Basic Series Nightstands in Walnut

Pair George Nelson for Herman Miller Basic Series Nightstands in Walnut

By Herman Miller, George Nelson

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Rare pair of nightstands or end tables made by Herman Miller in the early 1950s and designed by American design icon George Nelson. Each nightstand features walnut construction, prov...

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage George Nelson Furniture

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Wood, Walnut

Rare 1950s California Modern George Nelson Arbuck Outdoor Iron Stools / Tables
Rare 1950s California Modern George Nelson Arbuck Outdoor Iron Stools / Tables

Rare 1950s California Modern George Nelson Arbuck Outdoor Iron Stools / Tables

By George Nelson, Arbuck

Located in Hyattsville, MD

Extremely rare pair of Arbuck Inc. square grid stools, with original labeled cushions. Could source glass tops to make tables, but no glass is included in this sale. Sold as a pair ...

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage George Nelson Furniture

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Iron

George Nelson for Herman Miller Platform Bench with Four Drawer Chest
George Nelson for Herman Miller Platform Bench with Four Drawer Chest

George Nelson for Herman Miller Platform Bench with Four Drawer Chest

By Herman Miller, George Nelson

Located in Chicago, IL

George Nelson for Herman Miller Platform bench with four drawer chest. 4690 Platform bench 68" in lenght painted black bench. and 4701 Four rawer chest with wire pulls. The case, not connected, can be moved to desired position on bench. Case is the same depth as bench 18...

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1940s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage George Nelson Furniture

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Oak

George Nelson Rosewood "Thin Edge" Chests
George Nelson Rosewood "Thin Edge" Chests

George Nelson Rosewood "Thin Edge" Chests

By George Nelson

Located in San Francisco, CA

Pair of original grain matched George Nelson design rosewood "Thin Edge" chests for Herman Miller. Very good original condition, labeled.

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage George Nelson Furniture

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Rosewood

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 George Nelson Furniture

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Metal, Steel

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.