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.

Creator: George Nelson

George Nelson Side Table for Herman Miller, Usa, 1960s

$2,672

George Nelson Side Table for Herman Miller, Usa, 1960s

By Herman Miller, George Nelson

Located in Berlin, DE

George Nelson side table for Herman Miller, USA - 1960s.

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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage George Nelson Furniture

Materials

Wenge

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

$8,551Sale Price|20% Off

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

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

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Paper

Set of Two Leather Original George Nelson Coconut Chairs, Vitra

$8,194 / set

Set of Two Leather Original George Nelson Coconut Chairs, Vitra

By Vitra, George Nelson

Located in Praha, CZ

Coconut lounge chair designed by George Nelson for Herman Miller, manufactured by Vitra. Black leather, white shell and chrome legs, good original condition. - Marked by original lab...

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Early 2000s German Mid-Century Modern George Nelson Furniture

Materials

Chrome

rare george nelson steel frame sofa

$2,019

rare george nelson steel frame sofa

By Herman Miller, George Nelson

Located in Munich, DE

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

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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage George Nelson Furniture

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Metal

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

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Plastic, Bouclé

Vintage BCS Dresser in Walnut by George Nelson for Herman Miller

$5,500

Vintage BCS Dresser in Walnut by George Nelson for Herman Miller

By Herman Miller, George Nelson

Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL

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

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

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Aluminum

Mid Century Modern George Nelson Herman Miller Hairpin Leg Daybed Sofa

$3,500Sale Price|30% Off

Mid Century Modern George Nelson Herman Miller Hairpin Leg Daybed Sofa

By George Nelson, Herman Miller

Located in Dayton, OH

Mid century modern George Nelson for Herman Miller Case Study daybed / sofa / couch / chaise lounge featuring iron hairpin legs with pine back suppor...

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

Materials

Metal

Early Black George Nelson / Herman Miller Platform Bench. rounded legs

$2,400

Early Black George Nelson / Herman Miller Platform Bench. rounded legs

By Herman Miller, George Nelson

Located in Buffalo, NY

A classic, original 1950's vintage George Nelson for Herman Miller slat bench. Original ebonized finish with amazing warm patina. Age appropriate wear. throughout.Structurally sound....

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1950s Mid-Century Modern Vintage George Nelson Furniture

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Wood

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

$1,250

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

Materials

Aluminum

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

Mid-Century Modern Action Office Desk by George Nelson for Herman Miller, 1960s

$6,947

Mid-Century Modern Action Office Desk by George Nelson for Herman Miller, 1960s

By George Nelson

Located in Brussels, BE

Mid-Century Modern Action Office Desk by George Nelson for Herman Miller, 1960s

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1960s Vintage George Nelson Furniture

Materials

Chrome

Set of George Nelson Swag Leg Chairs by Herman Miller

$3,500 / set

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

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Steel

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 Nightstands with Pull Out Tables for Herman Miller

$2,400 / set

George Nelson Nightstands with Pull Out Tables for Herman Miller

By George Nelson

Located in Cincinnati, OH

A pair of dark ebony toned Mid Century nightstands with pull out bedside table and upper and lower bookcase styled storage . A early designed by George ...

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

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Wood

Pedestal Side Coffee 5452 Table by George Nelson for Herman Miller

$1,250

Pedestal Side Coffee 5452 Table by George Nelson for Herman Miller

By George Nelson, Herman Miller

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

Pair of OMI "Eyeshade" Floor Lamps, George Nelson for Koch & Lowy, USA, c. 1960s

$4,550 / set

Pair of OMI "Eyeshade" Floor Lamps, George Nelson for Koch & Lowy, USA, c. 1960s

By George Nelson

Located in Deland, FL

Introducing a rare, early pair of "Eyeshade" floor lamps designed by the influential George Nelson for Koch & Lowy. Designed by and for architects this set is as versatile as it is a...

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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage George Nelson Furniture

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Steel

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

$5,547Sale Price|40% Off

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

Materials

Aluminum

George Nelson for Herman Miller Black Finished Wooden Platform Slat Bench

$6,550

George Nelson for Herman Miller Black Finished Wooden Platform Slat Bench

By George Nelson, Herman Miller

Located in Queens, NY

American Mid-Century extended rectangular platform bench with a black painted slat seat supported by three trapezoidal frame black metal legs. (GEORGE NELSON FOR HERMAN MILLER) Cond...

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

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Wood

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

$2,137

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 Steel Frame Cabinet Model 4036 For Herman Miller

$3,400

George Nelson Steel Frame Cabinet Model 4036 For Herman Miller

By Herman Miller, George Nelson

Located in Brooklyn, NY

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

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

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Steel, Chrome

Writing Desk by George Nelson for Herman Miller

$11,500

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

Vintage Herman Miller Executive Credenza by George Nelson / Florence Knoll

$9,500

Vintage Herman Miller Executive Credenza by George Nelson / Florence Knoll

By George Nelson, Herman Miller

Located in Chicago, IL

Vintage Herman Miller Executive credenza by George Nelson We have a pair of these (found together) listed separately. These appear to be ups...

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

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Wood

George Nelson Stool for Herman Miller, Aluminum & Leather, 1960s

$1,489

George Nelson Stool for Herman Miller, Aluminum & Leather, 1960s

By George Nelson, Vitra

Located in Berlin, DE

George Nelson stool for Herman Miller Early Vitra label.

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1960s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage George Nelson Furniture

Materials

Aluminum

Pair of George Nelson for Herman Miller Bureau /Cabinets

$11,500 / set

Pair of George Nelson for Herman Miller Bureau /Cabinets

By Herman Miller, George Nelson

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

Materials

Metal, Chrome

1950s Pair of George Nelson for Herman Miller Thin Edge Rosewood Nightstands

$12,000

1950s Pair of George Nelson for Herman Miller Thin Edge Rosewood Nightstands

By Herman Miller, George Nelson

Located in Philadelphia, PA

This is a pair of nightstands from the Thin Edge series, designed by George Nelson for Herman Miller in 1953. These pieces were produced in the United States and date back to the 195...

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1950s American Modern Vintage George Nelson Furniture

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Aluminum

Yellow & Black Steel Frame Desk Model 4111 by George Nelson Herman Miller Mint

$7,500

Yellow & Black Steel Frame Desk Model 4111 by George Nelson Herman Miller Mint

By George Nelson, Herman Miller

Located in Rockaway, NJ

Yellow & black steel frame desk Model 4111 by George Nelson Herman Miller Mint.

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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern George Nelson Furniture

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Steel

George Nelson Miniature Chest Model 5215, 1950s

$9,263

George Nelson Miniature Chest Model 5215, 1950s

By George Nelson

Located in Brussels, BE

George Nelson Miniature chest Model 5215, 1950s.

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1950s Mid-Century Modern Vintage George Nelson Furniture

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Wood

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

$6,800

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

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

$28,500

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

Mid Century Modern Constellation Electric Knife Sharpener by George Nelson

$425

Mid Century Modern Constellation Electric Knife Sharpener by George Nelson

By George Nelson

Located in Dronten, NL

The Constellation Electric Knife Sharpener, designed by George Nelson in the 1950s, showcases the designer’s commitment to blending utility with modern aesthetics. Manufactured by Ca...

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

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Ceramic, Plastic

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

Materials

Metal

Extra Long George Nelson Platform Bench by Herman Miller, early 1950's

$4,900

Extra Long George Nelson Platform Bench by Herman Miller, early 1950's

By George Nelson, Herman Miller

Located in Buffalo, NY

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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Wood, Maple

Early Herman Miller Coconut Chair Designed by George Nelson in 1956

$4,275

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

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

$5,400

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

By George Nelson, Herman Miller

Located in Buffalo, NY

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

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage George Nelson Furniture

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Aluminum

George Nelson Model 4652 Extension Coffee Table by Herman Miller

$2,500

George Nelson Model 4652 Extension Coffee Table by Herman Miller

By Herman Miller, George Nelson

Located in Highland, IN

This early George Nelson design features two extensions with reversible and removable tray tables. Closed, it is a modestly scaled table. Opened the surface nearly doubles, and the t...

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage George Nelson Furniture

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Wood, Formica

George Nelson Thin Edge Group dresser for Herman Miller

$12,500

George Nelson Thin Edge Group dresser for Herman Miller

By Herman Miller, George Nelson

Located in San Francisco, CA

George Nelson design Thin Edge Group dresser for Herman Miller. Sophisticated looking and very functional as a daily dresser. Comprising four smaller drawers across the top and three...

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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage George Nelson Furniture

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Aluminum

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

$3,509

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

By Vitra, George Nelson

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

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

George Nelson Rosewood Thin Edge Dresser

$9,500

George Nelson Rosewood Thin Edge Dresser

By George Nelson

Located in San Francisco, CA

George Nelson design rosewood thin edge tall chest for Herman Miller. Featuring five drawers, two with fitted dividers on aluminum legs and original...

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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage George Nelson Furniture

Materials

Aluminum

1950s George Nelson for Herman Miller Thin Edge King-Sized Headboard in Rosewood

$3,500

1950s George Nelson for Herman Miller Thin Edge King-Sized Headboard in Rosewood

By George Nelson, Herman Miller

Located in Philadelphia, PA

This is a Thin Edge King-sized headboard, designed by George Nelson for Herman Miller in 1952. This example dates to the 1950s. The design features a rectangular frame with a rich ro...

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1950s American Modern Vintage George Nelson Furniture

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Steel

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

$4,000Sale Price|20% Off

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

By Arbuck, George Nelson

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

End Table by George Nelson for Herman Miller, 1960s

$1,662

End Table by George Nelson for Herman Miller, 1960s

By Herman Miller, George Nelson

Located in Quarrata, IT

End Table by George Nelson for Herman Miller, 1960s

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1960s Vintage George Nelson Furniture

Materials

Metal

George Nelson for Herman Miller Blue Velour and Chrome Daybed

$6,850

George Nelson for Herman Miller Blue Velour and Chrome Daybed

By George Nelson, Herman Miller

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

Materials

Metal, Chrome

C. 1950 Set of Six George Nelson for Herman Miller Model 4671 Side Dining Chairs

$8,000 / set

C. 1950 Set of Six George Nelson for Herman Miller Model 4671 Side Dining Chairs

By George Nelson

Located in Philadelphia, PA

This is a set of six side dining chairs, model 4671, designed by George Nelson for Herman Miller in 1948. The listed price includes the set of six chairs as shown. The design feature...

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1950s American Modern Vintage George Nelson Furniture

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Steel

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

George Nelson Chest for Herman Miller Model 5517 Commode Sideboard 1952

$16,476

George Nelson Chest for Herman Miller Model 5517 Commode Sideboard 1952

By George Nelson, Herman Miller

Located in Telgte, DE

George Nelson vertical chest of drawers commode for Herman Miller model 5517 sideboard 1952 The solid wood Nelson miniature chest, inspired by J...

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage George Nelson Furniture

Materials

Metal, Aluminum

Rare George Nelson Student Lamp for Phil-Mar

$3,875

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

Materials

Brass

Pair of George Nelson Armchairs in Cowhide Upholstery

$3,750 / set

Pair of George Nelson Armchairs in Cowhide Upholstery

By George Nelson, Herman Miller

Located in Kansas City, MO

Pair of George Nelson for Herman Miller armchairs with new cowhide upholstery. Great for any modern environment besides the obvious modern cabin or rustic setting.

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage George Nelson Furniture

Materials

Cowhide, Walnut

Irving Harper and George Nelson Chronopak Howard Miller Desk Clock

$1,325 / item

Irving Harper and George Nelson Chronopak Howard Miller Desk Clock

By Howard Miller, Irving Harper, George Nelson

Located in New Windsor, NY

Irving Harper fand George Nelson for Howard Miller Clock Company Chronopak desk clock. Solid walnut case, minimalist black metal face and a convex glass on a brass plated steel base....

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage George Nelson Furniture

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Metal

George Nelson for Herman Miller Model 4663 Chairs

$2,100 / set

George Nelson for Herman Miller Model 4663 Chairs

By George Nelson, Herman Miller

Located in Los Angeles, CA

A matched pair designed by George Nelson for Herman Miller. Model 4663 chairs sit firmly in the midcentury era, with clean lines, balanced proportions, and a focus on comfort. Solid ...

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage George Nelson Furniture

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Upholstery, Wood

George Nelson Vanity Stool Model 4672 for Herman Miller

$3,600

George Nelson Vanity Stool Model 4672 for Herman Miller

By George Nelson, Herman Miller

Located in Hanover, MA

George Nelson vanity bench stool model N° 4672 for Herman Miller, designed 1946. Aluminum rods, foam, original fabric covering. Original Herman Miller label present. Produced by Herman Miller from 1946 to 1956. One owner. Cushion dimensions ~3 inches high by 19 inches wide by 15 inches deep.

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1940s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage George Nelson Furniture

Materials

Aluminum

very rare no.5517 miniature chest by george nelson

$11,282

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

Materials

Metal

C. 1954 George Nelson For Herman Miller End Table/Cabinet With Glass Top

$1,800

C. 1954 George Nelson For Herman Miller End Table/Cabinet With Glass Top

By George Nelson, Herman Miller

Located in Philadelphia, PA

This is an End Table / Cabinet from George Nelson's Basic Cabinet Series, originally designed in 1946. This particular example was produced by Herman Miller C. 1954. This piece is co...

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1950s American Modern Vintage George Nelson Furniture

Materials

Aluminum

Rare George Nelson Pretzel Chair for ICF Italy

$2,900

Rare George Nelson Pretzel Chair for ICF Italy

By George Nelson

Located in Cincinnati, OH

A sculptural bentwood Pretzel chair # 5890 with elegant, curved arms having a dark chocolate brown leather seat. Designed by George Nelson for Herman Miller in the early 1950's and p...

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

Materials

Leather, Bentwood

George Nelson Rosewood Thin Edge Dresser for Herman Miller

$8,800

George Nelson Rosewood Thin Edge Dresser for Herman Miller

By Herman Miller, George Nelson

Located in San Francisco, CA

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

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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage George Nelson Furniture

Materials

Aluminum

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

$3,890 / item

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

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

$10,095

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

By Herman Miller, George Nelson, Robert Propst

Located in Renens, CH

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

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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage George Nelson Furniture

Materials

Metal

George Nelson & Alexander Girard Wall Mounted Cabinet, 1964

$5,500 / item

George Nelson & Alexander Girard Wall Mounted Cabinet, 1964

By George Nelson

Located in Coronado, CA

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

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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage George Nelson Furniture

Materials

Laminate, Walnut, Paint

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

$5,107

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

Materials

Metal

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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Why is George Nelson famous?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
George Nelson was an American designer, and for a time the lead designer for the famed Herman Miller furniture company. Nelson is often referred to as the founder of American modernist design and often associated with his more inspired pieces such as the Coconut Chair, Marshmallow Sofa and the Ball Clock. Shop a collection of George Nelson furniture designs from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
What did George Nelson make?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
George Nelson was a furniture designer central to the mid-century modern design movement. His best-known creations are the marshmallow sofa, coconut chair, ball clock and bubble lamp series. His style included sleek, thin-edge lines on a variety of furniture still available today. Shop a range of George Nelson furniture designs on 1stDibs.
Where are George Nelson clocks made?
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1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
Modern George Nelson clocks are made in Poland. The company Vitra Designs manufactures the timepieces based on the original designs of the American designer who lived from 1908 to 1986. On 1stDibs, you can shop a selection of George Nelson clocks.
What are George Nelson Bubble Lamps made of?
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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.