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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
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

Herman Miller George Nelson Action Office Desk
By Herman Miller, George Nelson
Located in Pasadena, TX
Thus is a Herman Miller Desk designed by George Nelson. It's from Nelson's Action Office Series. It has 2 pull out drawers and a mid drawer. The top is wood and the legs are steel wi...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern George Nelson Furniture

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Metal, Aluminum, Steel

George Nelson for Herman Miller Mid Century Walnut Omni Wall Unit - 4 Bay
By George Nelson, Herman Miller
Located in Franklin Park, IL
George Nelson for Herman Miller mid-century walnut omni wall unit - 4 bay This wall unit measures: 129.5 wide x 18 deep x 95 inches high. All piec...
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage George Nelson Furniture

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Metal

George Nelson Thin Edge Nightstands for Herman Miller
By Herman Miller, George Nelson
Located in San Francisco, CA
George Nelson Thin Edge nightstands for Herman Miller. Iconic design for Nelson's Thin Edge series produced by Herman Miller, Michigan U.S....
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage George Nelson Furniture

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Stainless Steel

Rare 1949 "Spike" model 4757C Wall Clock by George Nelson for Howard Miller Co
By George Nelson, Howard Miller
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Rare 1949 George Nelson designed "Spike" Wall Clock (Model 4757C) by Howard Miller Clock Company. Crafted from walnut, enameled aluminum, and lacquered wood, this iconic piece embodi...
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Mid-20th Century American George Nelson Furniture

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Walnut

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

Pedestal Side Coffee 5452 Table by George Nelson for Herman Miller
By Herman Miller, George Nelson
Located in Berlin, DE
The famous coffee table designed by George Nelson in 1960 for Herman Miller. White pedestal base, white tabletop. Signed!
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage George Nelson Furniture

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Aluminum

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

George Nelson Thin Edge Rosewood Nightstand
By George Nelson
Located in San Francisco, CA
George Nelson design "Thin Edge" series nightstand for Herman Miller. Made from highly figural rosewood on tapering aluminum legs with a white lacquer cubby and an adjustable shelf. ...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage George Nelson Furniture

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Rosewood

Restored George Nelson Sofa
By George Nelson
Located in Pasadena, TX
Sofa designed by George Nelson for Herman Miller. Newly upholstered in a ticking striped fabric with chrome legs. Measures: 81". Arm height 21"               
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern George Nelson Furniture

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Fabric

Restored George Nelson Sofa
Restored George Nelson Sofa
$8,000 Sale Price
20% Off
Early and Rare George Nelson Pretzel Chair American Mid Century
By George Nelson
Located in San Diego, CA
Wonderful sculptural side chair. Pretzel designed in 1950s by George Nelson, amazing original finish and patina. Iconic and very rare chair hard to find a beautiful sculptural piece.
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern George Nelson Furniture

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Wood

Scarce early/ original George Nelson Hanging "Cigar Bubble Lamp -
By George Nelson, Howard Miller
Located in Buffalo, NY
Original ,Vintage,, NOT NEW REPRODUCTION! .Mid-Century Modern George Nelson Bubble light will add a touch of softness and luminosity to any interior! Delightful cigar shape hanging p...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage George Nelson Furniture

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Metal

George Nelson Desk or Office Chair, Very Rare, New Red Boucle Knoll Upholstery
By George Nelson, Herman Miller
Located in Kansas City, MO
Very rare George Nelson desk chair, freshly reupholstered in a crimson Knoll Classic boucle.
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage George Nelson Furniture

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Aluminum

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

Pair Of Steel Frame Dressers By George Nelson For Herman Miller
By Herman Miller, George Nelson
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This pair of Mid-Century Modern Steel Frame dressers 'model 4016' were designed by American designer George Nelson circa 1955 and produced by Herman Miller. Both dressers feature pow...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern George Nelson Furniture

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Steel, Chrome

6 Teak Dining Chairs by Svegards Markaryd, Sweden
By Herman Miller, George Nelson
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A great set of 6 solid teak ladder back dining chairs by Svegards Markaryd. Chairs are burnt marked Svegards Markaryd made in Sweden. Priced per chair. Multiples of 2 may be purchased. These items are located at our Los Angeles Arts District gallery...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage George Nelson Furniture

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Teak

Rare George Nelson 'Kite' Floor Lamp.. Classic architectural modernist
By George Nelson
Located in Buffalo, NY
Rare George Nelson 'Kite' floor lamp circa mid 1950s early 1960's. Features original linen shade with wood ball pull switch pivoting head and sleek chromed steel frame.Classic elegan...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage George Nelson Furniture

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Steel

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

Pair of Mid-Century Modern Headboards & Nightstands by George Nelson
By George Nelson
Located in Kensington, MD
Pair of Mid-Century Modern Headboards & Nightstands by George Nelson for Herman Miller Additional information: Material: Wool Classic George Nelson Styling on This Pair of Hairb...
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern George Nelson Furniture

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Wool

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 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

George Nelson for Herman Miller Modular Steel Frame 2-Piece Seating & Table 60s
By George Nelson, Herman Miller
Located in Keego Harbor, MI
A sleek and minimal modular steel frame 2-piece seating system and tables by George Nelson for Herman Miller. Circa 1960s. Sleek and functional design with built in laminate white ta...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage George Nelson Furniture

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Fabric

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

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Maple

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

1975 George Nelson for Herman Miller Action Office II Series Roll-Top Desk
By Herman Miller, George Nelson
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is a Herman Miller Action Office II Series roll-top desk, designed by George Nelson in 1965. This example dates to 1975 and is dated as such. The piece features a rich walnut-ve...
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1970s American Modern Vintage George Nelson Furniture

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Aluminum

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, Two Drawer File Cabinet in oiled walnut, no hardware. I nee...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage George Nelson Furniture

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Walnut

1950s George Nelson No. 4000 Series Three Drawer Steel Frame Dresser
By Herman Miller, George Nelson
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is a Steel Frame No 4000 Series Dresser, initially designed by George Nelson for Herman Miller in 1954. Its model number is 4013. It features a frame of white powder-coated bent...
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1950s American Modern Vintage George Nelson Furniture

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Steel, Iron

George Nelson for Herman Miller 'Primavera' Nightstands, c. 1955, Signed
By Herman Miller, George Nelson
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This fantastic pair of chests which can also be used as large nightstands were designed by George Nelson for Herman Miller, part of the 'Basic Cabinet Series' and also called 'Primav...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage George Nelson Furniture

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Wood

Vintage George Nelson Coconut Chair
By George Nelson
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
George Nelson Coconut Chair 1st series manufactured ,c. 1956 Original Orange Naugahyde Upholstery Original White Enameled Shell Foam is subtle ve...
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1950s American Vintage George Nelson Furniture

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Naugahyde

C. 1954 George Nelson for Herman Miller Gate Leg Dining Table, Model 4656
By George Nelson, Herman Miller
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is a Gate Leg Dining Table, model 4656, originally designed by George Nelson for Herman Miller in 1946. This particular example was produced in the United States circa 1954. . T...
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1950s American Modern Vintage George Nelson Furniture

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Steel

Vintage Black Sunburst Wall Clock by George Nelson for Howard Miller
By George Nelson, Howard Miller
Located in San Jose, CA
Classic Mid Century Modern sunburst wall clock designed by George Nelson for Howard Miller Clock Company, circa 1950's. This iconic piece is all original made with black lacquered wo...
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1950s American Scandinavian Modern Vintage George Nelson Furniture

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Brass

Alexander Girard & George Nelson Inc. Wall Mounted Vanity, Model 1030
By Alexander Girard, George Nelson
Located in Seattle, WA
An unusual and rare wall mounted vanity from the 1964 Herman Miller accessory line to the CSS storage system. A collaborative design by Alexander Girard...
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1960s North American Mid-Century Modern Vintage George Nelson Furniture

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Aluminum

Extremely Rare George Nelson Bubble Floor Lamp Original Birch Tripod Base 1950s
By Howard Miller, George Nelson
Located in Troy, MI
Extremely rare floor lamp designed by George Nelson & Associates Offered through Howard Miller circa 1952 Tripod base in natural birch with brushed brass fittings and a round bubble...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage George Nelson Furniture

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Brass

George Nelson for Herman Miller "Marshmallow" Sofa
By Herman Miller, George Nelson
Located in Astoria, NY
George Nelson and Associates for Herman Miller "Marshmallow" Sofa, originally designed 1956, this example 2012, eighteen black leather upholstered cushions on a steel and black ename...
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2010s American Mid-Century Modern George Nelson Furniture

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Enamel, Steel

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, Wall Light, Metal, Walnut, Resin, USA, 1950s
By Herman Miller, George Nelson
Located in High Point, NC
A sizeable brass, walnut and resin wall light, designed by George Nelson and produced by Herman Miller, USA, 1950s. Please note cord feeds from bottom of stem and functions via plug...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage George Nelson Furniture

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Metal

Early Herman Miller Coconut Chair Designed by George Nelson in 1956
By Herman Miller, George Nelson
Located in Offenburg, Baden Wurthemberg
Early Herman Miller Coconut lounge chair. Manufactured ca. in 1960. Upholstery in brown fabric, coated shell from bent steel, chromed plated ste...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern George Nelson Furniture

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Steel

1950s George Nelson No. 4000 Series Steel Frame Cabinet, Model 4033
By George Nelson, Herman Miller
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is a Steelframe No. 4000 Series Cabinet, initially designed by George Nelson for Herman Miller in 1950. Its model number is 4033. It features a frame of white powder-coated bent...
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1950s American Modern Vintage George Nelson Furniture

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Steel, Iron

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 6 Black Pretzel Chairs for ICF, 1984
By George Nelson, ICF De Padova, Herman Miller
Located in Vienna, AT
George Nelson pretzel chairs Model # 5890, manufactured for ICF (labelled) A rare set of six ''Pretzel'' armchairs with newly upholstered cushions, made from laminated wood by ICF D...
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1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage George Nelson Furniture

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Velvet, Plywood

George Nelson for Herman Miller Steelframe Dressers with Walnut - Pair
By Herman Miller, George Nelson
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Pair of Steel Frame dressers, designed by George Nelson for Herman Miller. A minimalist philosophy inspired Nelson's design: steel frames offer visual interest, while also eliminatin...
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1950s Mid-Century Modern Vintage George Nelson Furniture

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Steel

George Nelson Coconut Chair for Herman Miller, Early 1st Generation Production
By Herman Miller, George Nelson
Located in Troy, MI
Rare 1st edition Coconut lounge chair designed by George Nelson and Associates Herman Miller circa 1955-1956 Earliest production example characterized by a triangular steel shell an...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern George Nelson Furniture

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Metal, Chrome

George Nelson & Associates Cabinets, Herman Miller, Model 4617
By Herman Miller, George Nelson
Located in New York, NY
George Nelson & Associates Cabinets, Herman Miller model 4617. Handsome bedside cabinets/nightstands, purchased by Solo Modern, from the estate of famed Mad Magazine cartoonist, Mort Drucker...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage George Nelson Furniture

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Aluminum, Zinc

George Nelson Home Office Desk Model 4658 for Herman Miller
By Herman Miller, George Nelson
Located in Dallas, TX
George Nelson & Associates Home Office desk, model 4658 Manufactured by Herman Miller USA, 1946 This example is constructed of combed oak, chrome-plated...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern George Nelson Furniture

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Aluminum, Steel

Contemporary Mid Century George Nelson For Vitra Multicolored Analog Petal Clock
By George Nelson
Located in Keego Harbor, MI
A playful yet refined example of mid-century modern design, this George Nelson Four-Petal Wall Clock for Vitra features a striking arrangement of bold, oversized petals in green, ora...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern George Nelson Furniture

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Metal

1950's George Nelson for Herman Miller Gate Leg Dining Table
By George Nelson
Located in Las Vegas, NV
Iconic George Nelson design for Herman Miller gate leg table. 2 fold wide wood hinged tops with double gate legs. The odd discoloration of one le...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern George Nelson Furniture

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Walnut

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

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Paper

George Nelson for Herman Miller Model 5153 Mobile Table
By Herman Miller, Irving Harper, George Nelson
Located in Hanover, MA
White enameled steel frame and white laminate rolling cart designed in 1951 by George Nelson for Herman Miller. Also referred to as an Angle Iron table...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage George Nelson Furniture

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Iron

Rare Version of Herman Miller George Nelson Action Office Series Roll Top Desk
By George Nelson
Located in Pasadena, TX
Herman Miller George Nelson George Nelson (1908-1986) was an important modernist whose work cut across the fields of interior, industrial and exhibition design. Nelson studied architecture at Yale University in the 1920s, and in the next two decades earned a strong reputation as a writer on design for Architectural Forum, Interiors and Fortune. Herman Miller George Nelson Action Office...
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1960s North American Mid-Century Modern Vintage George Nelson Furniture

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Aluminum

George Nelson Steelframe Lounge Chairs for Herman Miller
By George Nelson, Herman Miller
Located in Kalamazoo, MI
Classic minimalist George Nelson armchair design 5080 from 1950 for Herman Miller. Featuring a stripped down, angular steel frame, oversized natural finish birch plank armrests and s...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern George Nelson Furniture

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Steel

Pair of White Perch Chairs by George Nelson for Vitra
By George Nelson, Vitra
Located in Madrid, ES
Pair of white leather stools or 'Perch Chairs' by George Nelson for Vitra. Designed 1964. This pair is manufactured in 2010 by Vitra. Some signs of use ...
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21st Century and Contemporary European Mid-Century Modern George Nelson Furniture

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Chrome

George Nelson Extendable Coffee Table with Removable Trays for Herman Miller
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

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

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 Rare Protype Bench / Coffee Table for Herman Miller
By George Nelson
Located in Cincinnati, OH
A early and rare Nelson coffee table / bench with white rectangle Laminate top having black legs typical of the Nelson slat bench coffee table. This table was not produced in large n...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern George Nelson Furniture

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Wood

George Nelson, Rare Coffee Table, Walnut, USA, 1946
By George Nelson, Herman Miller
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

George Nelson for Herman Miller 'Basic Cabinet Series' Dresser, c. 1955, Signed
By George Nelson
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This fantastic chest of drawers was designed by George Nelson for Herman Miller, part of the 'Basic Cabinet Series' and also called 'Primavera', t...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage George Nelson Furniture

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Wood

Rare Mosaic Tile Wall Clock in Walnut by George Nelson & Assoc circa 1950s
By George Nelson, Irving Harper
Located in Troy, MI
Rare George Nelson And Associates Mosaic Tile Wall Clock Designed by Irving Harper for George Nelson and Associates and produced by Howard Miller Model 2232 1957 Walnut frame with...
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20th Century Mid-Century Modern George Nelson Furniture

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Walnut, Glass

Rare Mid Century Modern George Nelson Orange Ball Clock Model 4755
By George Nelson
Located in Plainview, NY
An original George Nelson ( 1908- 1986) Mid Century Modern Ball Clock model 4755. This iconic clock features a distinctive and modern design with a mid-century aesthetic. The centr...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern George Nelson Furniture

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Metal

George Nelson for Herman Miller Mid Century Rosewood Thin Edge 6 Drawer Dresser
By Herman Miller, George Nelson
Located in Franklin Park, IL
George Nelson for Herman Miller Mid Century Rosewood Thin Edge 8 Drawer Dresser This dresser measures: 46.75 wide x 18.25 deep x 30.5 inches high All pieces of furniture can be had...
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage George Nelson Furniture

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Rosewood

George Nelson furniture for sale on 1stDibs.

George Nelson furniture are available for sale on 1stDibs. These distinctive items are frequently made of metal and are designed with extraordinary care. There are many options to choose from in our collection of George Nelson furniture, although brown editions of this piece are particularly popular. Many of the original furniture by George Nelson were created in the mid-century modern style in north america during the 20th century. If you’re looking for additional options, many customers also consider furniture by Drexel, Widdicomb Furniture Co., and John Widdicomb. Prices for George Nelson furniture can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these items begin at $155 and can go as high as $48,500, while a piece like these, on average, fetch $4,411.
Questions About George Nelson Furniture
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    George Nelson was an American designer, and for a time the lead designer for the famed Herman Miller furniture company. Nelson is often referred to as the founder of American modernist design and often associated with his more inspired pieces such as the Coconut Chair, Marshmallow Sofa and the Ball Clock. Shop a collection of George Nelson furniture designs from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    George Nelson was a furniture designer central to the mid-century modern design movement. His best-known creations are the marshmallow sofa, coconut chair, ball clock and bubble lamp series. His style included sleek, thin-edge lines on a variety of furniture still available today. Shop a range of George Nelson furniture designs on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    Modern George Nelson clocks are made in Poland. The company Vitra Designs manufactures the timepieces based on the original designs of the American designer who lived from 1908 to 1986. On 1stDibs, you can shop a selection of George Nelson clocks.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    George Nelson Bubble Lamps are made of steel wires, which form a durable framework for the lamp. A plastic polymer material spread over the wires forms the shade which is translucent to give the lamp a soft glow. Inspired by Swedish lamps, these mid-century modern light fixtures are still made by the legendary furniture manufacturer Herman Miller today. Shop a range of George Nelson Bubble Lamps on 1stDibs.

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