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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
MCM George Nelson Studio Model 4756 "Steering Wheel" Wall Clock by Howard Miller
MCM George Nelson Studio Model 4756 "Steering Wheel" Wall Clock by Howard Miller

MCM George Nelson Studio Model 4756 "Steering Wheel" Wall Clock by Howard Miller

$1,760Sale Price|20% Off

MCM George Nelson Studio Model 4756 "Steering Wheel" Wall Clock by Howard Miller

By George Nelson

Located in Van Nuys, CA

Striking 1950 Model 4756 "Steering Wheel" Wall Clock by the George Nelson Design Studio for the Howard Miller clock company. The clock features a minimalist brushed brass open-face d...

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1950s American Vintage George Nelson Furniture

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Steel

Pink Roll Top Standing Desk by George Nelson for Herman Miller, 1950s USA
Pink Roll Top Standing Desk by George Nelson for Herman Miller, 1950s USA

Pink Roll Top Standing Desk by George Nelson for Herman Miller, 1950s USA

$6,500

Pink Roll Top Standing Desk by George Nelson for Herman Miller, 1950s USA

By George Nelson

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Very rare and highly collectible original vintage George Nelson for Herman Miller roll top "Action Desk" refinished in a salmon pink. Early productions of this piece are far more va...

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1950s Canadian Vintage George Nelson Furniture

Materials

Metal

George Nelson for Herman Miller Walnut Highboy Dresser with Cupcake Pulls
George Nelson for Herman Miller Walnut Highboy Dresser with Cupcake Pulls

George Nelson for Herman Miller Walnut Highboy Dresser with Cupcake Pulls

$3,695

George Nelson for Herman Miller Walnut Highboy Dresser with Cupcake Pulls

By George Nelson, Herman Miller

Located in Franklin Park, IL

George Nelson for Herman Miller Mid Century Walnut Highboy Dresser with Cupcake Pulls This highboy measures: 40 wide x 18.5 deep x 39.75 inches high Good Vintage Condition - Top an...

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

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Walnut

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

$30,000

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

American mid-century modern wood laminate desk George Nelson Herman Miller 1960s
American mid-century modern wood laminate desk George Nelson Herman Miller 1960s

American mid-century modern wood laminate desk George Nelson Herman Miller 1960s

$4,682

American mid-century modern wood laminate desk George Nelson Herman Miller 1960s

By Herman Miller, George Nelson

Located in MIlano, IT

American mid-century modern wood laminate desk George Nelson Herman Miller 1960s Desk or writing desk in wood and metal. The top is in white laminate, with a smaller upper top suppor...

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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage George Nelson Furniture

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Metal

George Nelson Chest / Dresser Cabinet for Herman Miller # 4935
George Nelson Chest / Dresser Cabinet for Herman Miller # 4935

George Nelson Chest / Dresser Cabinet for Herman Miller # 4935

$1,600

George Nelson Chest / Dresser Cabinet for Herman Miller # 4935

By George Nelson

Located in Cincinnati, OH

A very well crafted dresser chest or cabinet standing on shorter legs in a dark ebony finish with side door having two adjustable shelves . The other side has five drawers , all with...

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

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Stainless Steel

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

George Nelson "Dry Erase" Desk with Return

$8,800

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

George Nelson Rosewood Thin Edge Dresser for Herman Miller

$8,800

George Nelson Rosewood Thin Edge Dresser for Herman Miller

By George Nelson, Herman Miller

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

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

George Nelson Platform Bench by Herman Miller

$2,200

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

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

George Nelson For Herman Miller Desk And Credenza

$6,000Sale Price / set|20% Off

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

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

$3,200

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

Classic (OLD) Mid Century Modern "Ball" Clock / George Nelson / Howard Miller
Classic (OLD) Mid Century Modern "Ball" Clock / George Nelson / Howard Miller

Classic (OLD) Mid Century Modern "Ball" Clock / George Nelson / Howard Miller

$1,450

Classic (OLD) Mid Century Modern "Ball" Clock / George Nelson / Howard Miller

By George Nelson, Howard Miller

Located in Buffalo, NY

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

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

$2,500

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 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

$2,500

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

Pair of George Nelson for Herman Miller Bureau /Cabinets
Pair of George Nelson for Herman Miller Bureau /Cabinets

Pair of George Nelson for Herman Miller Bureau /Cabinets

$11,500 / set

Pair of George Nelson for Herman Miller Bureau /Cabinets

By George Nelson, Herman Miller

Located in Westport, CT

Pair of George Nelson for Herman Miller bureau cabinet storage units, polished handles light colored birch with and black feet.

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

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Metal, Chrome

George Nelson, Rare Coffee Table, Walnut, USA, 1946
George Nelson, Rare Coffee Table, Walnut, USA, 1946

George Nelson, Rare Coffee Table, Walnut, USA, 1946

$39,000

George Nelson, Rare Coffee Table, Walnut, USA, 1946

By Herman Miller, George Nelson

Located in High Point, NC

A very rare modular walnut coffee table, Model 4651, designed by George Nelson and produced by Herman Miller in 1946.

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1940s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage George Nelson Furniture

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Walnut

Herman Miller Rolltop Schreibtisch action office George Nelson
Herman Miller Rolltop Schreibtisch action office George Nelson

Herman Miller Rolltop Schreibtisch action office George Nelson

$3,950

Herman Miller Rolltop Schreibtisch action office George Nelson

By Herman Miller, George Nelson

Located in Berlin, DE

Wir bieten einen wunderschönen Herman Miller Rolltop Schreibtisch aus den 1970er Jahren zum Verkauf an. Der Entwurf stammt von George Nelson und gilt heute als wahrer Designklassiker...

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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage George Nelson Furniture

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Chrome

Rare Pair George Nelson Herman Miller Bachelors Chest Mid-Century
Rare Pair George Nelson Herman Miller Bachelors Chest Mid-Century

Rare Pair George Nelson Herman Miller Bachelors Chest Mid-Century

$5,506

Rare Pair George Nelson Herman Miller Bachelors Chest Mid-Century

By George Nelson

Located in Pemberton, NJ

Rare pair of original turquoise finish George Nelson bachelors chests. We have never seen another piece of George Nelson for Herman Miller done in this finish-might have been custom...

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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage George Nelson Furniture

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Wood

Five-Drawer Ribbon Mahogany Tall Dresser by George Nelson for Herman Miller
Five-Drawer Ribbon Mahogany Tall Dresser by George Nelson for Herman Miller

Five-Drawer Ribbon Mahogany Tall Dresser by George Nelson for Herman Miller

$3,600Sale Price|20% Off

Five-Drawer Ribbon Mahogany Tall Dresser by George Nelson for Herman Miller

By Herman Miller, George Nelson

Located in Chicago, IL

Ribbon mahogany five-drawer dresser by George Nelson for Herman Miller. M-shaped aluminium pulls and hair pin aluminium legs. Top drawer is partitioned as is the third deeper drawer.

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage George Nelson Furniture

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Aluminum

MCM Leather Perch Chair by George Nelson for Herman Miller
MCM Leather Perch Chair by George Nelson for Herman Miller

MCM Leather Perch Chair by George Nelson for Herman Miller

$2,000

MCM Leather Perch Chair by George Nelson for Herman Miller

By George Nelson, Herman Miller

Located in Rio Vista, CA

Mid-Century Modern leather perch stool or chair designed by George Nelson for Herman Miller. Versatile chair with adjustable hand-stitched leather seat hav...

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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern George Nelson Furniture

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Aluminum, Steel

George Nelson Leather & Walnut Illuminated Vanity with Mirror & Ottoman for Herm
George Nelson Leather & Walnut Illuminated Vanity with Mirror & Ottoman for Herm

George Nelson Leather & Walnut Illuminated Vanity with Mirror & Ottoman for Herm

$3,895

George Nelson Leather & Walnut Illuminated Vanity with Mirror & Ottoman for Herm

By George Nelson, Herman Miller

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Dimensions: 54.50in H x 48in W x 20in D Desk Height 27in Ottoman: 17in H x 22.50in W x 16in D Materials: Walnut Wood, Vintage Leather, Original Glass _______________________ Trans...

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage George Nelson Furniture

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Leather, Glass, Wood, Walnut

Steel Frame Coffee Table by George Nelson for Herman Miller
Steel Frame Coffee Table by George Nelson for Herman Miller

Steel Frame Coffee Table by George Nelson for Herman Miller

$2,900

Steel Frame Coffee Table by George Nelson for Herman Miller

By George Nelson, Herman Miller

Located in Chicago, IL

c. 1960s. Steel frame with laminate top, rare piece of history. Tagged on bottom.

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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage George Nelson Furniture

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Steel

George Nelson Thin-Edge Tall Dresser in Rosewood & Porcelain by Herman Miller
George Nelson Thin-Edge Tall Dresser in Rosewood & Porcelain by Herman Miller

George Nelson Thin-Edge Tall Dresser in Rosewood & Porcelain by Herman Miller

$12,000

George Nelson Thin-Edge Tall Dresser in Rosewood & Porcelain by Herman Miller

By Herman Miller, George Nelson

Located in Stamford, CT

The great George Nelson left us with a massive portfolio of forward thinking design which Herman Miller has largely kept alive to this day. Nelson became design director for Herman M...

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage George Nelson Furniture

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Aluminum

Rare Industrial OMI "Eyeshade" Floor Lamp, George Nelson, Koch & Lowy, USA, 1960
Rare Industrial OMI "Eyeshade" Floor Lamp, George Nelson, Koch & Lowy, USA, 1960

Rare Industrial OMI "Eyeshade" Floor Lamp, George Nelson, Koch & Lowy, USA, 1960

$1,950

Rare Industrial OMI "Eyeshade" Floor Lamp, George Nelson, Koch & Lowy, USA, 1960

By George Nelson

Located in Deland, FL

Introducing a rare, early "Eyeshade" adjustable floor lamp designed by the influential George Nelson for Koch & Lowy. Designed by and for architects this lamp is as versatile as it i...

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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage George Nelson Furniture

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Steel

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

$16,000 / set

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

Materials

Bouclé

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

$10,395 / set

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

By Herman Miller, George Nelson

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

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

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

$3,500

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

By George Nelson

Located in Dallas, TX

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

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage George Nelson Furniture

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Birch, Lacquer

George Nelson for Herman Miller Steel Frame Occasional Table on Wheels (1955)
George Nelson for Herman Miller Steel Frame Occasional Table on Wheels (1955)

George Nelson for Herman Miller Steel Frame Occasional Table on Wheels (1955)

$3,800

George Nelson for Herman Miller Steel Frame Occasional Table on Wheels (1955)

By George Nelson, Herman Miller

Located in Chicago, IL

George Nelson for Herman Miller Steel Frame Occasional Table on Wheels (1955) Frame: Black or white enamel with minor chips and scratches (consistent with age/use) Surfaces: Oiled wa...

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage George Nelson Furniture

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Metal

Rare Pair George Nelson Primavera Bachelor Chest Cabinet Mid-Century X Pulls
Rare Pair George Nelson Primavera Bachelor Chest Cabinet Mid-Century X Pulls

Rare Pair George Nelson Primavera Bachelor Chest Cabinet Mid-Century X Pulls

$7,800Sale Price / set|20% Off

Rare Pair George Nelson Primavera Bachelor Chest Cabinet Mid-Century X Pulls

By George Nelson

Located in Pemberton, NJ

Remarkably iconic and rare pair of walnut bachelors chests designed by George Nelson for the Herman Miller, Primavera line, circa 1950s. We love that these are the same size but hav...

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage George Nelson Furniture

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Metal

Pair George Nelson Thin Edge Rosewood Chests
Pair George Nelson Thin Edge Rosewood Chests

Pair George Nelson Thin Edge Rosewood Chests

$12,500 / set

Pair George Nelson Thin Edge Rosewood Chests

By George Nelson, Herman Miller

Located in New York, NY

Pair of George Nelson thin edge chests or nightstands. The items are rosewood veneer with four pull-out drawers and metal legs.

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1950s Mid-Century Modern Vintage George Nelson Furniture

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Metal

A Set of Six George Nelson & Associates Coffee Cups for Mayer China
A Set of Six George Nelson & Associates Coffee Cups for Mayer China

A Set of Six George Nelson & Associates Coffee Cups for Mayer China

$615 / set

A Set of Six George Nelson & Associates Coffee Cups for Mayer China

By George Nelson

Located in Dronten, NL

Archival Modernism for the Morning Ritual, Marked by the Rare Minners Co. Provenance. While the Eames Lounge Chair invites you to recline, George Nelson invites you to wake up. This ...

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

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Porcelain

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

$5,500

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

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

$5,000

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

Pair of George Nelson 5681 Loose Cushion Group Lounge Chairs US 1960s
Pair of George Nelson 5681 Loose Cushion Group Lounge Chairs US 1960s

Pair of George Nelson 5681 Loose Cushion Group Lounge Chairs US 1960s

$4,635Sale Price / set|20% Off

Pair of George Nelson 5681 Loose Cushion Group Lounge Chairs US 1960s

By Herman Miller, George Nelson

Located in Berlin, DE

Pair of George Nelson Loose Cushion Group lounge chairs US 1960s Original Condition with hardened foam. We recommend to reupholster.

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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage George Nelson Furniture

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Fabric

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

George Nelson Herman Miller Miniature Chest # 5215

$7,500

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

George Nelson Rosewood "Thin Edge" Chests

$13,500 / item

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

George Nelson Stool by Herman Miller, Mid-Century Modern, 1960s
George Nelson Stool by Herman Miller, Mid-Century Modern, 1960s

George Nelson Stool by Herman Miller, Mid-Century Modern, 1960s

$2,106

George Nelson Stool by Herman Miller, Mid-Century Modern, 1960s

By George Nelson, Herman Miller

Located in Berlin, DE

George Nelson Stool for Herman Miller, USA - 1960s in all original condition with the rare brown base George Nelson (1908-1986) was an American industrial designer and architect who...

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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage George Nelson Furniture

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Metal

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

$800

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

1950 George Nelson Herman Miller Basic Cabinet Series Two Door Cabinet in Walnut
1950 George Nelson Herman Miller Basic Cabinet Series Two Door Cabinet in Walnut

1950 George Nelson Herman Miller Basic Cabinet Series Two Door Cabinet in Walnut

$3,250

1950 George Nelson Herman Miller Basic Cabinet Series Two Door Cabinet in Walnut

By George Nelson, Herman Miller

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Listed for sale is a two-door cabinet designed by George Nelson and produced by Herman Miller circa 1950. This is a gorgeous original example, which appears remarkably intact. As not...

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1950s American Modern Vintage George Nelson Furniture

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Brass

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

$8,800 / set

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

Sofa with Side Table by George Nelson for Herman Miller, United States ca 1960s
Sofa with Side Table by George Nelson for Herman Miller, United States ca 1960s

Sofa with Side Table by George Nelson for Herman Miller, United States ca 1960s

$11,660

Sofa with Side Table by George Nelson for Herman Miller, United States ca 1960s

By Herman Miller, George Nelson

Located in Utrecht, NL

George Nelson was one of the central figures in the development of American modern design in the mid twentieth century. As design director for Herman Miller from 1945 onward, Nelson ...

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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage George Nelson Furniture

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Fabric, Wood

George Nelson Expandable Coffee Table for Herman Miller, 1950s
George Nelson Expandable Coffee Table for Herman Miller, 1950s

George Nelson Expandable Coffee Table for Herman Miller, 1950s

$3,800

George Nelson Expandable Coffee Table for Herman Miller, 1950s

By Herman Miller, George Nelson

Located in Los Angeles, CA

George Nelson expandable coffee table for Herman Miller, c.1950s, USA. The unique table features a stained maple table top and four ebonized legs. The two shorter sides of the table ...

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage George Nelson Furniture

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Laminate, Maple

Mid-Century Modern Brown Leather Coconut Chair by George Nelson for Vitra
Mid-Century Modern Brown Leather Coconut Chair by George Nelson for Vitra

Mid-Century Modern Brown Leather Coconut Chair by George Nelson for Vitra

$3,453

Mid-Century Modern Brown Leather Coconut Chair by George Nelson for Vitra

By George Nelson, Vitra

Located in Doornspijk, NL

The Coconut chair was designed in 1955 by the American architect, industrial designer, author, editor and teacher George Nelson. Obviously he took his inspiration from a coconut that...

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage 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

Pair Mid Century Modern Restored Lounge Chairs George Nelson for Herman Miller
Pair Mid Century Modern Restored Lounge Chairs George Nelson for Herman Miller

Pair Mid Century Modern Restored Lounge Chairs George Nelson for Herman Miller

$5,595 / set

Pair Mid Century Modern Restored Lounge Chairs George Nelson for Herman Miller

By Herman Miller, George Nelson

Located in Port Jervis, NY

Spectacular and rare early pair of steel framed lounge chairs, #5080 by George Nelson for Herman Miller. Totally restored to their original glory. New cotton velvet upholstery with ...

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage George Nelson Furniture

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Steel

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

$12,500

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

By George Nelson, Herman Miller

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

Amazing Thin Edge Sideboard by George Nelson
Amazing Thin Edge Sideboard by George Nelson

Amazing Thin Edge Sideboard by George Nelson

$11,236

Amazing Thin Edge Sideboard by George Nelson

By George Nelson

Located in Munich, DE

Wonderful mirrored rosewood veneer.

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1950s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage George Nelson Furniture

Materials

Rosewood

1950s John Pyle for George Nelson Associates Laminate Pretzel Chairs set of 4
1950s John Pyle for George Nelson Associates Laminate Pretzel Chairs set of 4

1950s John Pyle for George Nelson Associates Laminate Pretzel Chairs set of 4

$10,550 / set

1950s John Pyle for George Nelson Associates Laminate Pretzel Chairs set of 4

By George Nelson, John Pile

Located in Virginia Beach, VA

A set of four scarce John Pile for George Nelson Associates of Herman Miller Side Chairs. These chairs are purportedly from a run of around 100 chairs before being discontinued. A l...

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage George Nelson Furniture

Materials

Birch, Walnut

Steelframe Desk by George Nelson for Herman Miller
Steelframe Desk by George Nelson for Herman Miller

Steelframe Desk by George Nelson for Herman Miller

$3,100

Steelframe Desk by George Nelson for Herman Miller

By George Nelson, Herman Miller

Located in Chicago, IL

c. 1960s. USA. Laminate top with newly refinished avocado green drawers. Original pulls. Remnants of a table in one drawer.

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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage George Nelson Furniture

Materials

Steel

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

$1,200

Mid Century Nelson for Avard Wrought Iron Garden Patio Dining Table

By George Nelson, Avard

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

Materials

Wrought Iron

Problems of Design by George Nelson
Problems of Design by George Nelson

Problems of Design by George Nelson

$600

Problems of Design by George Nelson

By George Nelson

Located in New York, NY

First edition of George Nelson's Problems of Design, published by Whitney Publications in 1957. An important consideration of the topic by one of America's most significant and influ...

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage George Nelson Furniture

Materials

Paper

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

$6,500

Extra Long George Nelson Platform Bench by Herman Miller

By George Nelson, Herman Miller

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

Materials

Maple

George Nelson Coconut Armchair for Vitra
George Nelson Coconut Armchair for Vitra

George Nelson Coconut Armchair for Vitra

$4,690

George Nelson Coconut Armchair for Vitra

By Vitra, George Nelson

Located in Vienna, AT

The armchair was designed by George Nelson for Vitra in 1955. The coconut chair is an icon of the design of the 1950s and is still a cult today. With clear shapes and reduced mate...

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Early 2000s Swiss Mid-Century Modern George Nelson Furniture

Materials

Plastic, Bouclé

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?

    1 Answer
    1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    George Nelson was an American designer, and for a time the lead designer for the famed Herman Miller furniture company. Nelson is often referred to as the founder of American modernist design and often associated with his more inspired pieces such as the Coconut Chair, Marshmallow Sofa and the Ball Clock. Shop a collection of George Nelson furniture designs from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.

  • What did George Nelson make?

    1 Answer
    1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    George Nelson was a furniture designer central to the mid-century modern design movement. His best-known creations are the marshmallow sofa, coconut chair, ball clock and bubble lamp series. His style included sleek, thin-edge lines on a variety of furniture still available today. Shop a range of George Nelson furniture designs on 1stDibs.

  • Where are George Nelson clocks made?

    1 Answer
    1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    Modern George Nelson clocks are made in Poland. The company Vitra Designs manufactures the timepieces based on the original designs of the American designer who lived from 1908 to 1986. On 1stDibs, you can shop a selection of George Nelson clocks.

  • What are George Nelson Bubble Lamps made of?

    1 Answer
    1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    George Nelson Bubble Lamps are made of steel wires, which form a durable framework for the lamp. A plastic polymer material spread over the wires forms the shade which is translucent to give the lamp a soft glow. Inspired by Swedish lamps, these mid-century modern light fixtures are still made by the legendary furniture manufacturer Herman Miller today. Shop a range of George Nelson Bubble Lamps on 1stDibs.

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