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George Nelson Furniture

American, 1908-1986

Architect, designer, and writer George Nelson was a central figure in the mid-century American modernist design movement; and his thoughts influenced not only the furniture we live with, but also how we live.

Nelson came to design via journalism and literature. Upon receiving his bachelor’s degree in architecture from Yale in 1931, he won the Prix de Rome fellowship, and spent his time in Europe writing magazine articles that helped bring stateside recognition to Ludwig Mies van der Rohe, Gio Ponti, Le Corbusier and other canonical modernist architects.

In the 1940s, Nelson wrote texts that suggested such now-commonplace ideas as open-plan houses, storage walls and family rooms. D.J. De Pree, the owner of the furniture maker Herman Miller, was so impressed by Nelson that in 1944 — following the sudden death of Gilbert Rohde, who had introduced the firm to modern design in the 1930s — he invited Nelson to join the company as its design director. There Nelson’s curatorial design talents came to the fore.

To Herman Miller he brought such eminent creators as Charles and Ray Eames, Isamu Noguchi, and the textile and furniture designer Alexander Girard. Thanks to a clever contract, at the same time as he directed Herman Miller he formed a New York design company, George Nelson & Associates, that sold furniture designs to the Michigan firm. Nelson's studio also sold designs for clocks to the Howard Miller Clock Company, a manufacturer that was initially part of Herman Miller before it became an offshoot that was helmed by Howard Miller, D.J. De Pree's brother-in-law.

Nelson’s New York team of designers (who were rarely individually credited) would create such iconic pieces as the Marshmallow sofa, the Coconut chair, the Ball clock, the Bubble lamp series and the many cabinets and beds that comprise the sleek Thin-Edge line.

For dedicated collectors, as well as for interior designers who look beyond “the look,” there is a “cool factor” inherent to vintage pieces from George Nelson and others. Nelson was in on it from the start, and it’s valuable to have a piece that was there with him.

But still, as is evident from the offerings from dealers on 1stDibs, in any of the designs, in any iteration whose manufacture Nelson oversaw and encouraged, there are shining elements of lightness, elegance, sophistication — and a little bit of swagger. George Nelson felt confident in his ideas about design and didn’t mind letting the world know.

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Creator: George Nelson
George Nelson, Lounge Chair, Fabric, Wood, USA, 1940s
George Nelson, Lounge Chair, Fabric, Wood, USA, 1940s

George Nelson, Lounge Chair, Fabric, Wood, USA, 1940s

$8,400

George Nelson, Lounge Chair, Fabric, Wood, USA, 1940s

By George Nelson

Located in High Point, NC

A rare wood and orange fabric lounge chair, model 4688, designed by George Nelson and produced by Herman Miller, USA, c. 1940s. Wear consistent with age and use. Vintage fabric id...

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1940s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage George Nelson Furniture

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Fabric, Wood

Action Office Desk Walnut top Robert Propst & George Nelson for Herman Miller
Action Office Desk Walnut top Robert Propst & George Nelson for Herman Miller

Action Office Desk Walnut top Robert Propst & George Nelson for Herman Miller

$2,275

Action Office Desk Walnut top Robert Propst & George Nelson for Herman Miller

By Robert Propst, George Nelson, Herman Miller

Located in San Diego, CA

Rare Action Office desk designed by Nelson and Robert Probst for Herman Miller circa 1970's, walnut top plastic drawers and aluminum legs, very nice and clean condition. we dont have...

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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage George Nelson Furniture

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Aluminum

George Nelson "Half Nelson" Lamp for Koch Lowy #1
George Nelson "Half Nelson" Lamp for Koch Lowy #1

George Nelson "Half Nelson" Lamp for Koch Lowy #1

$3,800

George Nelson "Half Nelson" Lamp for Koch Lowy #1

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.

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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage George Nelson Furniture

Materials

Aluminum

George Nelson for Herman Miller Five Drawer Dresser Thin Edge Rosewood c. 1950's
George Nelson for Herman Miller Five Drawer Dresser Thin Edge Rosewood c. 1950's

George Nelson for Herman Miller Five Drawer Dresser Thin Edge Rosewood c. 1950's

$8,500

George Nelson for Herman Miller Five Drawer Dresser Thin Edge Rosewood c. 1950's

By Herman Miller, George Nelson

Located in New York, NY

Iconic Mid Century masterpiece, five drawer thin edge dresser designed by recognized master of the idiom, George Nelson, for Herman Miller, circa 1950's. Part of the hard to find, a...

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

Materials

Aluminum

White Pedestal Coffee Side Table by George Nelson for Herman Miller, USA, 1960s
White Pedestal Coffee Side Table by George Nelson for Herman Miller, USA, 1960s

White Pedestal Coffee Side Table by George Nelson for Herman Miller, USA, 1960s

$1,066Sale Price|35% Off

White Pedestal Coffee Side Table by George Nelson for Herman Miller, USA, 1960s

By George Nelson, Herman Miller

Located in Vienna, AT

This iconic circular white 5452 pedestal coffee or side table was designed by George Nelson and made by Herman Miller, USA 1960s. It features a White laminate top and enameled steel...

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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage George Nelson Furniture

Materials

Steel

Tray Table by George Nelson for Vitra
Tray Table by George Nelson for Vitra

Tray Table by George Nelson for Vitra

$1,230

Tray Table by George Nelson for Vitra

By George Nelson

Located in Hamburg, DE

Coffee table by Vitra, designed by George Nelson in 1960. A design classic. The materials and craftsmanship are of very high quality. The tabletop surface is coated in white. The ed...

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20th Century German Mid-Century Modern George Nelson Furniture

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Metal

George Nelson for Herman Miller Model 5890 Pretzel Dining Chairs - Set of 6
George Nelson for Herman Miller Model 5890 Pretzel Dining Chairs - Set of 6

George Nelson for Herman Miller Model 5890 Pretzel Dining Chairs - Set of 6

$20,795 / set

George Nelson for Herman Miller Model 5890 Pretzel Dining Chairs - Set of 6

By George Nelson, Herman Miller

Located in Franklin Park, IL

George Nelson for Herman Miller Model 5890 Mid Century Pretzel Dining Chairs - Set of 6 Each armless chair measures: 19.75 wide x 19 deep x 30 high, with a seat height of 18.5 inche...

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

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Wood

George Nelson for Herman Miller Mid Century Walnut Server Bar Cart
George Nelson for Herman Miller Mid Century Walnut Server Bar Cart

George Nelson for Herman Miller Mid Century Walnut Server Bar Cart

$3,295

George Nelson for Herman Miller Mid Century Walnut Server Bar Cart

By George Nelson, Herman Miller

Located in Franklin Park, IL

George Nelson for Herman Miller Mid Century Walnut Server Bar Cart This bar cart measures: 34 wide x 18 deep x 28.25 high, when extended the width is 56.25 inches Great Vintage Con...

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

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Walnut

1950s George Nelson Fire Starter for Herman Miller
1950s George Nelson Fire Starter for Herman Miller

1950s George Nelson Fire Starter for Herman Miller

$1,150

1950s George Nelson Fire Starter for Herman Miller

By Herman Miller, George Nelson

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Vintage George Nelson fire starter in good overall vintage condition. This iconic mid-century modern piece retains its original design and d...

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage George Nelson Furniture

Materials

Cast Stone, Cast Iron, Steel

1970s George Nelson for Herman Miller Action Office Desk / Table 24x48
1970s George Nelson for Herman Miller Action Office Desk / Table 24x48

1970s George Nelson for Herman Miller Action Office Desk / Table 24x48

$1,500

1970s George Nelson for Herman Miller Action Office Desk / Table 24x48

By George Nelson

Located in Philadelphia, PA

This is an Action Office Desk / Table, originally designed by George Nelson in 1964 This particular example was produced by Herman Miller in the 1970s. The design features a clean, f...

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1970s American Modern Vintage George Nelson Furniture

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Aluminum

The Constellation Electric Knife Sharpener by George Nelson, 1950s
The Constellation Electric Knife Sharpener by George Nelson, 1950s

The Constellation Electric Knife Sharpener by George Nelson, 1950s

$590

The Constellation Electric Knife Sharpener by George Nelson, 1950s

By George Nelson

Located in Dronten, NL

The Constellation Electric Knife Sharpener by George Nelson: A Rare Sculpture for the Countertop. When Mid-Century Modernism Met the Jet Age Kitchen—A Pristine Example of Functional ...

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

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Ceramic, Plastic

Round Side Table by George Nelson for Herman Miller
Round Side Table by George Nelson for Herman Miller

Round Side Table by George Nelson for Herman Miller

$640Sale Price|20% Off

Round Side Table by George Nelson for Herman Miller

By George Nelson, Herman Miller

Located in Oklahoma City, OK

The George Nelson-designed round pedestal side table for Herman Miller features a timeless and sleek design. Crafted with meticulous attention to detail, it boasts a circular table s...

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1980s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage George Nelson Furniture

Materials

Aluminum

George Nelson 6 Black Pretzel Chairs for ICF, 1984
George Nelson 6 Black Pretzel Chairs for ICF, 1984

George Nelson 6 Black Pretzel Chairs for ICF, 1984

$16,900 / set

George Nelson 6 Black Pretzel Chairs for ICF, 1984

By George Nelson, Herman Miller, ICF De Padova

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

Materials

Velvet, Plywood

George Nelson Model 4652 Extension Coffee Table by Herman Miller
George Nelson Model 4652 Extension Coffee Table by Herman Miller

George Nelson Model 4652 Extension Coffee Table by Herman Miller

$2,500

George Nelson Model 4652 Extension Coffee Table by Herman Miller

By George Nelson, Herman Miller

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

Materials

Wood, Formica

George Nelson Prototype DAF Chair for Herman Miller
George Nelson Prototype DAF Chair for Herman Miller

George Nelson Prototype DAF Chair for Herman Miller

$1,500

George Nelson Prototype DAF Chair for Herman Miller

By George Nelson

Located in Cincinnati, OH

An early per production prototype fiberglass arm shell or DAF chair designed by George Nelson. This chair came directly from a engineer working for the Herma...

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

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Fiberglass

1960s White Low Coffee Side Table by George Nelson for Herman Miller Model 5452
1960s White Low Coffee Side Table by George Nelson for Herman Miller Model 5452

1960s White Low Coffee Side Table by George Nelson for Herman Miller Model 5452

$811

1960s White Low Coffee Side Table by George Nelson for Herman Miller Model 5452

By George Nelson, Herman Miller

Located in Sherborne, Dorset

This iconic pedestal coffee table, model 5452, was designed by George Nelson for Herman Miller in the 1950s. It’s perfect coffee table height, or equally could be used as a side tabl...

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

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Aluminum, Steel

Early George Nelson Coconut Lounge Chair for Herman Miller, 1955
Early George Nelson Coconut Lounge Chair for Herman Miller, 1955

Early George Nelson Coconut Lounge Chair for Herman Miller, 1955

$6,069

Early George Nelson Coconut Lounge Chair for Herman Miller, 1955

By Herman Miller, George Nelson

Located in London, GB

A fantastic early Coconut lounge chair designed by George Nelson for Herman Miller in 1955. One of Nelson’s most recognisable and playful designs, the Coconut chair takes its name f...

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage George Nelson Furniture

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Steel

Armchair by George Nelson for Herman Miller Restored
Armchair by George Nelson for Herman Miller Restored

Armchair by George Nelson for Herman Miller Restored

$2,900

Armchair by George Nelson for Herman Miller Restored

By George Nelson, Herman Miller

Located in Kansas City, MO

George Nelson armchair in new blue Maharam fabric. Blonde Primavera frame in excellent condition.

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage George Nelson Furniture

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

George Nelson Coconut Chair for Herman Miller, Early 1st Generation Production
George Nelson Coconut Chair for Herman Miller, Early 1st Generation Production

George Nelson Coconut Chair for Herman Miller, Early 1st Generation Production

$4,000

George Nelson Coconut Chair for Herman Miller, Early 1st Generation Production

By George Nelson, Herman Miller

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

Materials

Metal, Chrome

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

Rare No. 5559 pedestal extension table

$2,695

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, Modular Sofa and Table Seating System, 1966 for Herman Miller
George Nelson, Modular Sofa and Table Seating System, 1966 for Herman Miller

George Nelson, Modular Sofa and Table Seating System, 1966 for Herman Miller

$9,960

George Nelson, Modular Sofa and Table Seating System, 1966 for Herman Miller

By George Nelson, Herman Miller

Located in Munster, NRW

George Nelson for Herman Miller, 1960s, United States. Very fine Modular §seater sofa by George Nelson (1908-1986) for Herman Miller. This sofa has a metal frame with square chro...

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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage George Nelson Furniture

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Steel, Chrome

George Nelson Pedestal Side Table for Herman Miller
George Nelson Pedestal Side Table for Herman Miller

George Nelson Pedestal Side Table for Herman Miller

$1,450

George Nelson Pedestal Side Table for Herman Miller

By George Nelson

Located in Cincinnati, OH

A simple and elegant pedestal side table with round top having a natural thin wood trim detail to the edge and cast meat star base . The base with foot pads to protect your floors ha...

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

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Metal

George Nelson Nightstands with Pull Out Tables for Herman Miller
George Nelson Nightstands with Pull Out Tables for Herman Miller

George Nelson Nightstands with Pull Out Tables for Herman Miller

$1,200 / 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

1970’s George Nelson Rosewood Thin Edge Long Dresser
1970’s George Nelson Rosewood Thin Edge Long Dresser

1970’s George Nelson Rosewood Thin Edge Long Dresser

$15,000

1970’s George Nelson Rosewood Thin Edge Long Dresser

By George Nelson, Herman Miller

Located in Palm Springs, CA

We recently acquired a set of George Nelson Rosewood Thin Edge chests out of an estate. They are vintage 1970’s and still each retain the Herman Miller Label. Please see our other li...

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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage George Nelson Furniture

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Rosewood

Pair Early and Rare Pretzel sIDE Chairs by George Nelson
Pair Early and Rare Pretzel sIDE Chairs by George Nelson

Pair Early and Rare Pretzel sIDE Chairs by George Nelson

$3,600 / item

Pair Early and Rare Pretzel sIDE Chairs by George Nelson

By George Nelson

Located in Buffalo, NY

Matched pair Early and Rare Pretzel sIDE Chaisr designed by by George Nelson, c 1952,,, gREAT EXAMPLES, bOTH chairs retain they're original finish / patina,,,,Iconic Design. Becoming...

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage George Nelson Furniture

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Plywood

1954 George Nelson for Herman Miller Thin Edge Four Drawer Dresser in Walnut
1954 George Nelson for Herman Miller Thin Edge Four Drawer Dresser in Walnut

1954 George Nelson for Herman Miller Thin Edge Four Drawer Dresser in Walnut

$4,000

1954 George Nelson for Herman Miller Thin Edge Four Drawer Dresser in Walnut

By George Nelson, Herman Miller

Located in Philadelphia, PA

This is a Herman Miller Thin-Edge Four-Drawer Dresser, model 3302, designed by George Nelson in 1952. This piece dates to circa 1954 and is rarely seen in the marketplace in this con...

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1950s American Modern Vintage George Nelson Furniture

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Steel

Set of 6 Black Pretzel Chairs, by George Nelson for ICF
Set of 6 Black Pretzel Chairs, by George Nelson for ICF

Set of 6 Black Pretzel Chairs, by George Nelson for ICF

$26,366 / set

Set of 6 Black Pretzel Chairs, by George Nelson for ICF

By George Nelson, ICF De Padova

Located in Berlin, DE

A rare set of six ''Pretzel'' armchairs with leather cushions, made from laminated wood by ICF De Padova in Italy between 1984 and 1986. Originally designed for Herman Miller, George...

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1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage George Nelson Furniture

Materials

Leather, Wood

George Nelson, Rare Lounge Chair, Fabric, USA, 1940s
George Nelson, Rare Lounge Chair, Fabric, USA, 1940s

George Nelson, Rare Lounge Chair, Fabric, USA, 1940s

$14,500

George Nelson, Rare Lounge Chair, Fabric, USA, 1940s

By Herman Miller, George Nelson

Located in High Point, NC

A rare wood and beige grey bouclé fabric model 4688 lounge chair designed by George Nelson and produced by Herman Miller, USA, c. 1940s. Seat Height (inches): 18.5” Arm Height (inc...

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1940s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage George Nelson Furniture

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Fabric, Wood

George Nelson for Herman Miller Modular Sofa Set With Side Table
George Nelson for Herman Miller Modular Sofa Set With Side Table

George Nelson for Herman Miller Modular Sofa Set With Side Table

$15,000

George Nelson for Herman Miller Modular Sofa Set With Side Table

By George Nelson, Herman Miller

Located in Los Angeles, CA

The set consists of three armless lounge chair modules and integrated low tables featuring white laminate tops framed by walnut. Upholstered in a charcoal gray textured fabric, each ...

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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage George Nelson Furniture

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Metal

George Nelson for Hermann Miller Modular 3-Seater Sofa, 1960s
George Nelson for Hermann Miller Modular 3-Seater Sofa, 1960s

George Nelson for Hermann Miller Modular 3-Seater Sofa, 1960s

$18,749

George Nelson for Hermann Miller Modular 3-Seater Sofa, 1960s

By Herman Miller, George Nelson

Located in Naples, IT

Modular 3-seater sofa designed by George Miller in 1956. The sofa incorporates a system of modules that allows you to choose the seating arrangement, the coffee table and chest of dr...

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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage George Nelson Furniture

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Leather, Wood

George Nelson Pedestal Table by Vitra, Black Aluminum & Laminate, 72cm
George Nelson Pedestal Table by Vitra, Black Aluminum & Laminate, 72cm

George Nelson Pedestal Table by Vitra, Black Aluminum & Laminate, 72cm

$1,523

George Nelson Pedestal Table by Vitra, Black Aluminum & Laminate, 72cm

By George Nelson, Vitra

Located in Madrid, ES

Pedestal table, originally designed by George Nelson in 1954, with four-branched base in black lacquered aluminum. Tabletop in black laminate with a visible edge in birch veneer. Pro...

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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern George Nelson Furniture

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Aluminum

Pair of White Perch Chairs by George Nelson for Vitra
Pair of White Perch Chairs by George Nelson for Vitra

Pair of White Perch Chairs by George Nelson for Vitra

$3,046 / set

Pair of White Perch Chairs by George Nelson for Vitra

By Vitra, George Nelson

Located in Madrid, ES

Pair of white leather stools / 'Perch Chairs' by George Nelson for Vitra. Designed 1964. This pair is manufactured in 2010 by Vitra. The stools feature contoured seats upholstered in...

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21st Century and Contemporary European Mid-Century Modern George Nelson Furniture

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Chrome

Custom George Nelson / Girard "pin-wheel" marble top coffee / cocktail table
Custom George Nelson / Girard "pin-wheel" marble top coffee / cocktail table

Custom George Nelson / Girard "pin-wheel" marble top coffee / cocktail table

$2,240

Custom George Nelson / Girard "pin-wheel" marble top coffee / cocktail table

By Alexander Girard, George Nelson, Herman Miller

Located in Buffalo, NY

Custom George Nelson / Girard "pin-wheel" marble top coffee / cocktail table... Table is comprised of swiveling base model 5452 and a marble top believe to have been designed by Alex...

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage George Nelson Furniture

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Marble, Aluminum

Marvelous Pair George Nelson Primavera Night Stand Mid-Century Modern
Marvelous Pair George Nelson Primavera Night Stand Mid-Century Modern

Marvelous Pair George Nelson Primavera Night Stand Mid-Century Modern

$3,600Sale Price / set|20% Off

Marvelous Pair George Nelson Primavera Night Stand Mid-Century Modern

By George Nelson

Located in Pemberton, NJ

Stylish pair of George Nelson for Herman Miller Primavera night stands. One stand is slightly different than the other having an open space instead of a door. These stands measure ...

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage George Nelson Furniture

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Metal

George Nelson Bench or Stool
George Nelson Bench or Stool

George Nelson Bench or Stool

$3,885

George Nelson Bench or Stool

By Herman Miller, George Nelson

Located in Chicago, IL

Nelson for Herman Miller bench or vanity stool, model 4698 Solid black lacquer legs with ergonomic curved seat reupholstered with great plains boucle.   

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1940s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage George Nelson Furniture

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

George Nelson Chess Piece Clock
George Nelson Chess Piece Clock

George Nelson Chess Piece Clock

$6,950

George Nelson Chess Piece Clock

By George Nelson, Howard Miller

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Rare model #2251 chess piece table clock designed by George Nelson for Howard Miller Clock Company. Turned walnut base supports w...

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage George Nelson Furniture

Materials

Brass

George Nelson Rare Protype Bench / Coffee Table for Herman Miller
George Nelson Rare Protype Bench / Coffee Table for Herman Miller

George Nelson Rare Protype Bench / Coffee Table for Herman Miller

$1,575

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 for Herman Miller MCM Walnut and Leather Twin Headboards
George Nelson for Herman Miller MCM Walnut and Leather Twin Headboards

George Nelson for Herman Miller MCM Walnut and Leather Twin Headboards

$1,320Sale Price|70% Off

George Nelson for Herman Miller MCM Walnut and Leather Twin Headboards

By George Nelson

Located in Hopewell, NJ

Iconic George Nelson for Herman Miller twin walnut headboards with full grain beige leather inset panels with tufting. The paneled doors lower to reveal shelf storage perfect for bo...

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage George Nelson Furniture

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Leather, Walnut

George Nelson for Herman Miller Circular White Laminate Lazy Susan Dining Table
George Nelson for Herman Miller Circular White Laminate Lazy Susan Dining Table

George Nelson for Herman Miller Circular White Laminate Lazy Susan Dining Table

$6,500

George Nelson for Herman Miller Circular White Laminate Lazy Susan Dining Table

By George Nelson, Herman Miller

Located in Queens, NY

American Mid-Century circular dining table with a white laminate top featuring a central lazy susan circular section that rotates, resting on a white powder coated metal pedestal bas...

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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern George Nelson Furniture

Materials

Metal

Selection of Mid Century Chrome Floor Lamps by George Nelson & Hans Eichenberger
Selection of Mid Century Chrome Floor Lamps by George Nelson & Hans Eichenberger

Selection of Mid Century Chrome Floor Lamps by George Nelson & Hans Eichenberger

$1,800

Selection of Mid Century Chrome Floor Lamps by George Nelson & Hans Eichenberger

By George Nelson, Hans Eichenberger

Located in Atlanta, GA

Selection of Mid Century chrome lamps, circa 1950s. They are priced at $1800 each. They are rewired and ready to use. The lamp pictured on the left in the first photo is designed b...

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage George Nelson Furniture

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Metal, Aluminum

Rare Mid-Century Design Icon an Arthur Umanoff Iron and Cane Log Holder Rack
Rare Mid-Century Design Icon an Arthur Umanoff Iron and Cane Log Holder Rack

Rare Mid-Century Design Icon an Arthur Umanoff Iron and Cane Log Holder Rack

$1,900Sale Price|45% Off

Rare Mid-Century Design Icon an Arthur Umanoff Iron and Cane Log Holder Rack

By Arthur Umanoff, George Nelson

Located in Hyattsville, MD

Simple, sculptural design. Presented in As-Found condition.

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage George Nelson Furniture

Materials

Wrought Iron

Restored George Nelson Sofa
Restored George Nelson Sofa

Restored George Nelson Sofa

$8,000Sale Price|20% Off

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

Materials

Fabric

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

George Nelson Steel Frame Cabinet with Marble Top

$3,800

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

Pair of George Nelson Slat Wood Benches for Herman Miller. U.S.A.
Pair of George Nelson Slat Wood Benches for Herman Miller. U.S.A.

Pair of George Nelson Slat Wood Benches for Herman Miller. U.S.A.

$5,800 / set

Pair of George Nelson Slat Wood Benches for Herman Miller. U.S.A.

By Herman Miller, George Nelson

Located in Los Angeles, CA

An iconic pair of slat wood benches designed by George Nelson for Herman Miller, representing one of the most enduring and versatile designs of the American Mid-Century Modern moveme...

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21st Century and Contemporary American George Nelson Furniture

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Wood

Chest of Drawers by George Nelson for Herman Miller, 1950s
Chest of Drawers by George Nelson for Herman Miller, 1950s

Chest of Drawers by George Nelson for Herman Miller, 1950s

$8,500

Chest of Drawers by George Nelson for Herman Miller, 1950s

By Herman Miller, George Nelson

Located in Sagaponack, NY

An elegantly simple rectilinear chest of drawers in bleached ash with gracefully curved steel pulls, which floats on squared low wooden legs.

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage George Nelson Furniture

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Steel

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

$1,500

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 a 1970s vintage Herman Miller Action Office desk, designed by George Nelson. This is a classic example of Nelson's work with great emphasis on simplicity and functionality. It has cast aluminum legs and basket-like pull-out drawers. We have multiple Action Office desks in stock...

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1970s American Modern Vintage George Nelson Furniture

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Aluminum

George Nelson Rosewood Thin Edge Double Dresser
George Nelson Rosewood Thin Edge Double Dresser

George Nelson Rosewood Thin Edge Double Dresser

$12,000

George Nelson Rosewood Thin Edge Double Dresser

By Herman Miller, George Nelson

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Rosewood Thin Edge collection model 5221 eight-drawer dresser, designed by George Nelson for Herman Miller. Drawer fronts show off gorgeous figured rosewood selection, finished with ...

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

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Rosewood

1970’s George Nelson Rosewood Thin Edge Tall Chest
1970’s George Nelson Rosewood Thin Edge Tall Chest

1970’s George Nelson Rosewood Thin Edge Tall Chest

$9,500

1970’s George Nelson Rosewood Thin Edge Tall Chest

By George Nelson, Herman Miller

Located in Palm Springs, CA

We recently acquired a set of George Nelson Rosewood Thin Edge chests out of an estate. They are vintage 1970’s and still each retain the Herman Miller Label. Please see our other li...

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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage George Nelson Furniture

Materials

Rosewood

George Nelson Walnut Veneer 4-Drawer Commode for Herman Miller
George Nelson Walnut Veneer 4-Drawer Commode for Herman Miller

George Nelson Walnut Veneer 4-Drawer Commode for Herman Miller

$6,750

George Nelson Walnut Veneer 4-Drawer Commode for Herman Miller

By Herman Miller, George Nelson

Located in Queens, NY

American Mid-Century 4-drawer walnut veneer bedside table / commode with M-shaped silver metal handles, resting on four square wooden legs. (BCS BASIC CABINET SERIES, GEORGE NELSON F...

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

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Metal

George Nelson Vanity Stool Model 4672 for Herman Miller
George Nelson Vanity Stool Model 4672 for Herman Miller

George Nelson Vanity Stool Model 4672 for Herman Miller

$3,600

George Nelson Vanity Stool Model 4672 for Herman Miller

By Herman Miller, George Nelson

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

George Nelson Herman Miller Drop Leaf Gate Leg Dining Table or Desk
George Nelson Herman Miller Drop Leaf Gate Leg Dining Table or Desk

George Nelson Herman Miller Drop Leaf Gate Leg Dining Table or Desk

$5,500

George Nelson Herman Miller Drop Leaf Gate Leg Dining Table or Desk

By George Nelson, Herman Miller

Located in Chicago, IL

A rarer find in original black finish. Clever design by George Nelson for Herman Miller Measures: 40" depth 29.75" height. 64.75" long unfolded 41.5" half folded 18.5" folded.

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

Materials

Wood

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

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

$6,000

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

By George Nelson, Herman Miller

Located in Stamford, CT

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

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage George Nelson Furniture

Materials

Aluminum

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

$3,800

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

Materials

Steel

George Nelson for Herman Miller Model 5153 Mobile Table
George Nelson for Herman Miller Model 5153 Mobile Table

George Nelson for Herman Miller Model 5153 Mobile Table

$2,395

George Nelson for Herman Miller Model 5153 Mobile Table

By George Nelson, Herman Miller, Irving Harper

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

Materials

Iron

Set of Four Paddle Armchairs by George Nelson for Herman Miller
Set of Four Paddle Armchairs by George Nelson for Herman Miller

Set of Four Paddle Armchairs by George Nelson for Herman Miller

$9,950 / set

Set of Four Paddle Armchairs by George Nelson for Herman Miller

By George Nelson, Herman Miller

Located in Berlin, DE

Exceptional set of four armchairs designed by George Nelson for Herman Miller. The chairs feature a refined sculptural form and have been newly upholstered in premium black aniline l...

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage George Nelson Furniture

Materials

Chrome

George Nelson furniture for sale on 1stDibs.

George Nelson furniture are available for sale on 1stDibs. These distinctive items are frequently made of metal and are designed with extraordinary care. There are many options to choose from in our collection of George Nelson furniture, although brown editions of this piece are particularly popular. Many of the original furniture by George Nelson were created in the mid-century modern style in north america during the 20th century. If you’re looking for additional options, many customers also consider furniture by Drexel, Widdicomb Furniture Co., and John Widdicomb. Prices for George Nelson furniture can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these items begin at $155 and can go as high as $48,500, while a piece like these, on average, fetch $4,411.

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Questions About George Nelson Furniture

  • Why is George Nelson famous?

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

  • What did George Nelson make?

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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?

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

  • What are George Nelson Bubble Lamps made of?

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

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