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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
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

By George Nelson, Herman Miller

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

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

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

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 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

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

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

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

Mid Century Nelson for Avard Wrought Iron Garden Patio Dining Table

By 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

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Wrought Iron

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

Vintage Mid Century Mod Rattan Basket Clock by George Nelson for Herman Miller
Vintage Mid Century Mod Rattan Basket Clock by George Nelson for Herman Miller

Vintage Mid Century Mod Rattan Basket Clock by George Nelson for Herman Miller

By Howard Miller, George Nelson

Located in Keego Harbor, MI

A rare and visually striking mid-century wall clock designed by George Nelson for Howard Miller circa 1960s. This unique model features a circular clock face nestled within a sculptu...

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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage George Nelson Furniture

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Rattan

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

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

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Rosewood

Rare No. 5559 pedestal extension table
Rare No. 5559 pedestal extension table

Rare No. 5559 pedestal extension table

By George Nelson

Located in Munich, DE

The table can be adjusted to 3 lengths by 2 additional insert plates: 1.82 m, 2.32 m or 2.83 m. cast aluminium legs - white powder-coated, white laminated table tops, the shelves are...

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1950s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage George Nelson Furniture

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Aluminum

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

By George Nelson, Herman Miller

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

Cape Cod Firelighter Irving Harper George Nelson Fire Starter Cast Iron Tool McM
Cape Cod Firelighter Irving Harper George Nelson Fire Starter Cast Iron Tool McM

Cape Cod Firelighter Irving Harper George Nelson Fire Starter Cast Iron Tool McM

By Irving Harper, George Nelson, Howard Miller

Located in Hyattsville, MD

Presented to you in original patina, a cast iron pot, and coil-handled shaft with firing stone. A famous Industrial Design midcentury icon; the Cape Cod firelighter, Model H611, desi...

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage George Nelson Furniture

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Iron

CSS library by George Nelson for ICF De  Padua 1960s
CSS library by George Nelson for ICF De  Padua 1960s

CSS library by George Nelson for ICF De Padua 1960s

By George Nelson, ICF De Padova

Located in Milano, IT

Wall-mounted bookcase requiring wall anchorage, with open shelves and storage elements, aluminum uprights, enameled metal. Good conditions.

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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage George Nelson Furniture

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Metal, Aluminum

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 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

Rare George Nelson Student Lamp for Phil-Mar
Rare George Nelson Student Lamp for Phil-Mar

Rare George Nelson Student Lamp for Phil-Mar

By George Nelson, Phil-Mar

Located in Fraser, MI

Rare Student Lamp designed by George Nelson for Phil-Mar Lamps. Blue Striped Ceramic Body, Brass, and Walnut finished Maple. Two Shades are replacement. Similar styling trend to th...

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1950s Vintage George Nelson Furniture

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Brass

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

1970s 4ft George Nelson & Robert Probst Herman Miller Office Desk w/ Drawers
1970s 4ft George Nelson & Robert Probst Herman Miller Office Desk w/ Drawers

1970s 4ft George Nelson & Robert Probst Herman Miller Office Desk w/ Drawers

By Herman Miller, George Nelson

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Listed for sale is an original 1970s Herman Miller Action Office desk with two drawers, designed by George Nelson and Robert Probst. This is a delightful...

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1970s American Modern Vintage George Nelson Furniture

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Laminate, Oak, Wood

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

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

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Birch, Walnut

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 George Nelson, Herman Miller

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

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 George Nelson, Herman Miller

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

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 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

very rare no.5517 miniature chest by george nelson
very rare no.5517 miniature chest by george nelson

very rare no.5517 miniature chest by george nelson

By George Nelson

Located in Munich, DE

very early european version of george nelsons iconic miniature chest. made by contura for herman miller.

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1950s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage George Nelson Furniture

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Metal

1950s Pair of George Nelson for Herman Miller Steel Frame Twin Headboards Walnut
1950s Pair of George Nelson for Herman Miller Steel Frame Twin Headboards Walnut

1950s Pair of George Nelson for Herman Miller Steel Frame Twin Headboards Walnut

By Herman Miller, George Nelson

Located in Philadelphia, PA

This is a pair of walnut and steel frame twin headboards, designed by George Nelson for Herman Miller in the 1950s. The walnut is finished on both sides, and the outer steel frames a...

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1950s American Modern Vintage George Nelson Furniture

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Steel

Herman Miller George Nelson Modular Seating Cognac Natural Leather Sofa
Herman Miller George Nelson Modular Seating Cognac Natural Leather Sofa

Herman Miller George Nelson Modular Seating Cognac Natural Leather Sofa

By Herman Miller, George Nelson

Located in Munich, Bavaria

This living room set model modular sofa was designed by George Nelson for Herman Miller. This set was completely re -upholstered in high premium cognac Natural leather. It has a soft...

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

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Steel, Chrome

Alexander Girard & George Nelson Inc. Wall Mounted Vanity, Model 1030
Alexander Girard & George Nelson Inc. Wall Mounted Vanity, Model 1030

Alexander Girard & George Nelson Inc. Wall Mounted Vanity, Model 1030

By George Nelson, Alexander Girard

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

2007 Coconut Lounge Chair by George Nelson for Vitra in Black Leather
2007 Coconut Lounge Chair by George Nelson for Vitra in Black Leather

2007 Coconut Lounge Chair by George Nelson for Vitra in Black Leather

By Vitra, George Nelson

Located in Philadelphia, PA

This is a single Coconut Lounge Chair, designed by George Nelson. This handsome lounge chair is composed of a molded reinforced plastic shell, with an upholstered black leather seat ...

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Early 2000s American Modern George Nelson Furniture

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Leather, Plastic

George Nelson Prototype Domino Clock
George Nelson Prototype Domino Clock

George Nelson Prototype Domino Clock

By George Nelson

Located in Chicago, IL

Nelson office, designed by Irving Harper for Howard Miller. This is the only clock and was never produced. Purchased from Howard Miller Executive.  

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage George Nelson Furniture

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Wood

George Nelson Steel Frame Cabinet with Marble Top
George Nelson Steel Frame Cabinet with Marble Top

George Nelson Steel Frame Cabinet with Marble Top

By George Nelson

Located in Dallas, TX

A beautiful steel frame cabinet designed by George Nelson for Herman Miller. All cabinets restored with maple drawer fronts and marble tops. Match...

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1950s Vintage George Nelson Furniture

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Metal

2025 George Nelson for Herman Miller Queen-Size Headboard in Ash
2025 George Nelson for Herman Miller Queen-Size Headboard in Ash

2025 George Nelson for Herman Miller Queen-Size Headboard in Ash

By George Nelson

Located in Philadelphia, PA

This is a Nelson Thin Edge Queen Size Headboard, originally designed by George Nelson for Herman Miller in 1954. This particular example was produced in the United States in 2025. Th...

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2010s American Modern George Nelson Furniture

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Steel

Rare and Exclusive Loose Cushion Sofa
Rare and Exclusive Loose Cushion Sofa

Rare and Exclusive Loose Cushion Sofa

By George Nelson

Located in Munich, DE

By george nelson. ultra soft high qualitily leather with nice and worm patina. down filled cushions.

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1960s American Vintage George Nelson Furniture

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Leather

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 design rosewood "Thin Edge" chest or dresser for Herman Miller, U.S.A. Exceptional rosewood grain patterns throughout the case and drawer fronts with new spinning top a...

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage George Nelson Furniture

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Aluminum

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

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

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

Set of Six George Nelson for Herman Miller Walnut Dining Chairs
Set of Six George Nelson for Herman Miller Walnut Dining Chairs

Set of Six George Nelson for Herman Miller Walnut Dining Chairs

By Herman Miller, George Nelson

Located in Los Angeles, CA

George Nelson for Herman Miller teak and upholstered dining chairs. We also have the matching dining table, please inquire for details. All items ar...

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage George Nelson Furniture

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Teak

George Nelson Low-Back Executive Tilt-Swivel Chair for Herman Miller
George Nelson Low-Back Executive Tilt-Swivel Chair for Herman Miller

George Nelson Low-Back Executive Tilt-Swivel Chair for Herman Miller

By George Nelson

Located in Seattle, WA

George Nelson & Associate was one the driving force for the revolutionary of Office space furniture in the 50s and 60s. Between 1955 and 1964, the group came up with some of the most iconic design of the Mid-Century Modern era such as the CSS shelving...

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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage George Nelson Furniture

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Naugahyde

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 for Herman Miller Basic Series Walnut Two Door Cabinet - Pair
George Nelson for Herman Miller Basic Series Walnut Two Door Cabinet - Pair

George Nelson for Herman Miller Basic Series Walnut Two Door Cabinet - Pair

By Herman Miller, George Nelson

Located in Franklin Park, IL

George Nelson for Herman Miller Mid Century Basic Series Walnut Two Door Cabinet - Pair Each cabinet measures: 40 wide x 18.5 deep x 39.75 inches high All pieces of furniture can b...

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

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Walnut

C. 1955 George Nelson for Herman Miller Basic Cabinet Series Drop-Front Desk
C. 1955 George Nelson for Herman Miller Basic Cabinet Series Drop-Front Desk

C. 1955 George Nelson for Herman Miller Basic Cabinet Series Drop-Front Desk

By Herman Miller, George Nelson

Located in Philadelphia, PA

This is a George Nelson for Herman Miller Basic Series Secretary Chest, circa 1955. The Basic Cabinet Series, or BCS, was a collection of wood storage solutions developed by Nelson i...

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1950s American Modern Vintage George Nelson Furniture

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Zinc

Postmodern Howard Miller George Nelson 1984 Olympus Table Clock "Tempo 21"
Postmodern Howard Miller George Nelson 1984 Olympus Table Clock "Tempo 21"

Postmodern Howard Miller George Nelson 1984 Olympus Table Clock "Tempo 21"

By George Nelson, Howard Miller

Located in Kansas City, MO

Rare "Olympus" table clock by Howard Miller Clock Company. From the 1984 "Tempo 21" collection. The circular red clock face is upheld by a green pyramid base...

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1980s American Post-Modern Vintage George Nelson Furniture

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Aluminum

huge and rare 251cm george nelson bench from the modular group
huge and rare 251cm george nelson bench from the modular group

huge and rare 251cm george nelson bench from the modular group

By George Nelson

Located in Munich, DE

ultra rare an most possible made on special order very big george nelson bench. we also have a smaller bench available.

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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage George Nelson Furniture

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Metal

Mid-Century Modern Bubble Saucer Pendant by George Nelson
Mid-Century Modern Bubble Saucer Pendant by George Nelson

Mid-Century Modern Bubble Saucer Pendant by George Nelson

By George Nelson

Located in New York, NY

From the Nelson Bubble Pendant Lamp series, designed by George Nelson in the 1950s. This pendant is crafted in a wide saucer shape, with steel wire armature and translucent spray pla...

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage George Nelson Furniture

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Steel

1950s Mid Century George Nelson for Herman Miller Gate Leg Dining Table
1950s Mid Century George Nelson for Herman Miller Gate Leg Dining Table

1950s Mid Century George Nelson for Herman Miller Gate Leg Dining Table

By George Nelson

Located in Monrovia, CA

1950s Mid Century George Nelson for Herman Miller gate leg dining table George Nelson Vintage 1950s Walnut Gate Leg Dining Table By Herman Miller. George Nelson Designed This Table For Herman Miller In The 1950s With A Special Wide Wood Hinge And Double Gate Leg For Stability. This Table Is Considered An Iconic Mid Century Modern Design. This Fabulous Design Is Essentially 3 Modern Tables In 1. 1. A Small Dining Table. 2. A Desk or Work Table With 1 Leaf In The Up Position. 3. A Large Dining Table - Fully Extended - Seating 6 or More . This Original Walnut George Nelson Gate Leg Table...

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

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Wood, Walnut

Set of Four George Nelson ''Pretzel'' Armchair Made by ICF, Italy, 1984-1986
Set of Four George Nelson ''Pretzel'' Armchair Made by ICF, Italy, 1984-1986

Set of Four George Nelson ''Pretzel'' Armchair Made by ICF, Italy, 1984-1986

By George Nelson, ICF De Padova

Located in Chiavari, Liguria

A rare and beautiful set of four ''Pretzel'' armchairs made in laminated wood and manufactured in the 1984/1986 in Italy by ICF De Padova. Originally designed for Herman Miller in...

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1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage George Nelson Furniture

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Fabric, Ash

George Nelson Mid Century Rosewood Thin Edge 5 Drawer Chest
George Nelson Mid Century Rosewood Thin Edge 5 Drawer Chest

George Nelson Mid Century Rosewood Thin Edge 5 Drawer Chest

By George Nelson

Located in Franklin Park, IL

George Nelson Mid Century Rosewood Thin Edge 5 Drawer Chest This chest of drawers measures: 39.75 wide x 18.5 deep x 40.5 inches high All pieces of furniture can be had in what we ...

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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage George Nelson Furniture

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Metal, Chrome

George Nelson Daybed by Herman Miller, Royal Blue Velour, Chrome Frame
George Nelson Daybed by Herman Miller, Royal Blue Velour, Chrome Frame

George Nelson Daybed by Herman Miller, Royal Blue Velour, Chrome Frame

By Herman Miller, George Nelson

Located in Queens, NY

American mid-century daybed with a royal blue velour upholstered rectangular bed with two matching bolster pillows resting on a chrome frame with a central...

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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern George Nelson Furniture

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Metal, Chrome

Checkerboard Table Clock, "Tempo 21" Tower 2 by George Nelson, 1984
Checkerboard Table Clock, "Tempo 21" Tower 2 by George Nelson, 1984

Checkerboard Table Clock, "Tempo 21" Tower 2 by George Nelson, 1984

By Howard Miller, George Nelson

Located in Kansas City, MO

Rare postmodern cream, brown, and navy checkerboard table clock by Howard Miller Clock Company. From the 1984 "Tempo 21" collection. Very few signs...

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1980s North American Post-Modern Vintage George Nelson Furniture

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Aluminum

1975 George Nelson for Herman Miller Action Office II Series Roll-Top Desk
1975 George Nelson for Herman Miller Action Office II Series Roll-Top Desk

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

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

Prototype George Nelson Rosewood Round Dining or Conference Table, One of a Kind
Prototype George Nelson Rosewood Round Dining or Conference Table, One of a Kind

Prototype George Nelson Rosewood Round Dining or Conference Table, One of a Kind

By George Nelson, Herman Miller

Located in Kansas City, MO

This unique prototype table was designed by George Nelson and features a 1.5 inch thick Brazilian rosewood top made from lumber Nelson selected on a trip to Brasilia and meeting with...

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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage George Nelson Furniture

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Aluminum, Steel

George Nelson Holzzylinder Floor Lamp, Rare
George Nelson Holzzylinder Floor Lamp, Rare

George Nelson Holzzylinder Floor Lamp, Rare

By George Nelson

Located in Dallas, TX

This lamp is extremely rare and even harder to find one with three heads. Designed by George Nelson for Herman Miller in the 1960s, this lamp boasts three adjustable heads with indep...

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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern George Nelson Furniture

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Metal

Early Herman Miller Coconut Chair Designed by George Nelson in 1956
Early Herman Miller Coconut Chair Designed by George Nelson in 1956

Early Herman Miller Coconut Chair Designed by George Nelson in 1956

By George Nelson, Herman Miller

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

Herman Miller Mid-Century Tables
Herman Miller Mid-Century Tables

Herman Miller Mid-Century Tables

By Herman Miller, George Nelson

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Pair of mid-century end tables by George Nelson for Herman Miller. Walnut frames with white laminate tops. Please confirm location NY or NJ

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

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Laminate, Walnut

1970s 6ft George Nelson & Robert Probst Herman Miller Office Desk w/ Drawers
1970s 6ft George Nelson & Robert Probst Herman Miller Office Desk w/ Drawers

1970s 6ft George Nelson & Robert Probst Herman Miller Office Desk w/ Drawers

By George Nelson, Herman Miller

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Listed for sale is an original 1970s Herman Miller Action Office desk with two drawers, designed by George Nelson and Robert Probst. This is a delightful...

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1970s American Modern Vintage George Nelson Furniture

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Laminate, Oak

Set of George Nelson Swag Leg Chairs by Herman Miller
Set of George Nelson Swag Leg Chairs by Herman Miller

Set of George Nelson Swag Leg Chairs by Herman Miller

By George Nelson, Herman Miller

Located in Highland, IN

The swag leg chair designs by the office of George Nelson were developed in response to his desire to create a chair with a beautiful "swagged" leg (one that tapers while it curves)....

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage George Nelson Furniture

Materials

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.