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

$9,917

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

By Herman Miller, George Nelson

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

Materials

Steel, Chrome

Executive Desk Chair by George Nelson for George Nelson associates

$9,500

Executive Desk Chair by George Nelson for George Nelson associates

By George Nelson

Located in Sagaponack, NY

A George Nelson designed rolling desk chair with orange fabric supported by a swivel base with casters. Manufactured by George Nelson and Associates in the 1960s. Newly reupholstered.

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

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Metal

Vintage Design Nelson Swivel Pedestal Stool for Herman Miller, 1970s

$1,050

Vintage Design Nelson Swivel Pedestal Stool for Herman Miller, 1970s

By George Nelson, Herman Miller

Located in Renens, CH

Vintage Design Nelson Swivel Pedestal Stool for Herman Miller, 1960s Stool from the Pedestal series by George Nelson, with cover in playful orange vinyl. Nice and compact seat that ...

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

Materials

Metal

Mid-Century Modern George Nelson for Herman Miller Primavera Headboard

$5,500

Mid-Century Modern George Nelson for Herman Miller Primavera Headboard

By George Nelson, Herman Miller

Located in Forney, TX

A rare American Mid-Century Modern headboard for a double (full) size bed with storage and adjustable backrests by important Modernist architect and designer George Nelson (American, 1908-1986) for Herman Miller, circa 1950, model 4647 from the Primavera Collection, walnut, tufted vinyl, ebonized feet. Dimensions: (approx) 40" High, 56.25" Wide, 12" Deep A superb example, in excellent original vintage condition, having a pair tufted vinyl doors that slide down to reveal individual storage compartments. Walnut veneer in excellent condition with one small (.75") stable bubble beneath the surface at top (no splitting or discoloration present). Bed retains both brackets and anchor pins...

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

Materials

Upholstery, PVC, Wood, Walnut

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

$1,026

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

By George Nelson, Herman Miller

Located in Vienna, AT

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

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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage George Nelson Furniture

Materials

Steel

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 Herman Miller, George Nelson

Located in Troy, MI

Rare 1st edition Coconut lounge chair designed by George Nelson and Associates Herman Miller circa 1955-1956 Earliest production example characterized by a triangular steel shell an...

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

Materials

Metal, Chrome

Rare No. 5559 pedestal extension table

$2,683

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

Materials

Aluminum

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

$1,950

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

Materials

Laminate, Oak

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

Materials

Metal

1977 George Nelson Half-Nelson Reflector Table Lamp by Koch & Lowy in Brass

$4,800

1977 George Nelson Half-Nelson Reflector Table Lamp by Koch & Lowy in Brass

By Koch & Lowy, George Nelson

Located in Philadelphia, PA

This is an uncommonly seen Half-Nelson reflector table lamp, designed by George Nelson and manufactured by Koch & Lowy in the late 1970s. This design was initially created ca. 1949-1...

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1940s American Modern Vintage George Nelson Furniture

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Metal, Brass

Round Side Table by George Nelson for Herman Miller

$800

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

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Aluminum

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

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

George Nelson Modular Sofa Table System Herman Miller

$5,717

George Nelson Modular Sofa Table System Herman Miller

By Herman Miller, George Nelson

Located in Berlin, BE

This original George Nelson Modular Sofa Table System for Herman Miller is a versatile and well-preserved example of Mid-Century Modern design. The system combines two upholstered se...

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

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Steel

George Nelson Long Slat Bench Black Finish Herman Miller Mid-Century Modern 1950

$5,520Sale Price|20% Off

George Nelson Long Slat Bench Black Finish Herman Miller Mid-Century Modern 1950

By George Nelson, Herman Miller

Located in Miami, FL

Original George Nelson early long slat bench in ebonized Birch Wood designed in the 1950s and manufactured by Herman Miller. Great for a Hallway Bench where Kids can change Shoes an...

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

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Wood, Birch

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

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

$615 / set

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

By George Nelson

Located in Dronten, NL

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

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

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Porcelain

Florence' Melamine Bowl by Irving Harper for George Nelson associates, 1950s

$155

Florence' Melamine Bowl by Irving Harper for George Nelson associates, 1950s

By George Nelson, Irving Harper

Located in Sagaponack, NY

A molded sea foam blue melamine bowl in the Florence pattern from the Prolon series designed for George Nelson and Associates.

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage George Nelson Furniture

Materials

Plastic

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

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

$800

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

George Nelson Studio Steering Wheel Clock

$1,550

George Nelson Studio Steering Wheel Clock

By George Nelson

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

An original George Nelson Studio steering wheel clock Original surface, hour markers and second hand Howard Miller Decal present,see detail phot...

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1950s American Vintage George Nelson Furniture

Materials

Metal

Mid Century Modern George Nelson for Herman Miller Dining Chairs in Beech #4669

$4,995 / set

Mid Century Modern George Nelson for Herman Miller Dining Chairs in Beech #4669

By Herman Miller, George Nelson

Located in Port Jervis, NY

Fabulous set of 4 beech dining chairs by George Nelson for Herman Miller # 4669 with caned backs and period fabric for seat covers. In excellent vintage condition with minimal wear. ...

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1940s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage George Nelson Furniture

Materials

Fabric, Cane, Beech

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

$816

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

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

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Fabric

Pedestal Side Coffee 5452 Table by George Nelson for Herman Miller

$780

Pedestal Side Coffee 5452 Table by George Nelson for Herman Miller

By Herman Miller, George Nelson

Located in Berlin, DE

The famous coffee table designed by George Nelson in 1960 for Herman Miller. White pedestal base, white tabletop. Signed!

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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage George Nelson Furniture

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Aluminum

George Nelson for Koch Lowy "Eyeshade" Desk Lamp, 1970's

$2,000

George Nelson for Koch Lowy "Eyeshade" Desk Lamp, 1970's

By George Nelson, Koch & Lowy

Located in Bainbridge, NY

Modern George Nelson for Koch & Lowy Adjustable Perforated Aluminum & Black Enamel Table Lamp. Featuring a perforated Black enameled Aluminum cylinder mesh shade, Off White i...

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1970s American Modern Vintage George Nelson Furniture

Materials

Aluminum, Steel, Chrome

George Nelson for Herman Miller Mid Century Rosewood Thin Edge 8 Drawer Dresser

$9,447

George Nelson for Herman Miller Mid Century Rosewood Thin Edge 8 Drawer Dresser

By George Nelson, Herman Miller

Located in Franklin Park, IL

George Nelson for Herman Miller Mid Century Rosewood Thin Edge 8 Drawer Dresser This dresser measures: 46.75 wide x 18.25 deep x 30.5 inches high All pieces of furniture can be had...

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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage George Nelson Furniture

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Rosewood

George Nelson "Half Nelson" Adjustable Table Lamp for Koch and Lowy

$4,800

George Nelson "Half Nelson" Adjustable Table Lamp for Koch and Lowy

By Koch & Lowy, George Nelson

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Half Nelson table lamp, designed by George Nelson for Koch and Lowy. This thoughtful design features a pivoting metal shade that can be adjusted...

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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern George Nelson Furniture

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Metal

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

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

$4,620Sale Price / set|20% Off

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

By Herman Miller, George Nelson

Located in Berlin, DE

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

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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage George Nelson Furniture

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Fabric

George Nelson, Lounge Chairs, Wood, Steel, Velvet, USA, 1950s

$8,900 / set

George Nelson, Lounge Chairs, Wood, Steel, Velvet, USA, 1950s

By George Nelson, Herman Miller

Located in High Point, NC

A pair of white-lacquered steel, wood and beige velvet fabric lounge chairs designed by George Nelson and produced by Herman Miller, USA, 1950s. Seat Height (inches): 14.15" Arm H...

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage George Nelson Furniture

Materials

Steel

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

$11,000

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

By George Nelson, Herman Miller

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

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Midcentury Action Office Roll Top Desk George Nelson for H Miller

$2,900

Midcentury Action Office Roll Top Desk George Nelson for H Miller

By George Nelson

Located in Pasadena, TX

Herman Miller George Nelson action office series drafting desk 1965 design This vintage roll-top writing desk is from the Herman Miller "Action...

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

Materials

Aluminum

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, Armchairs, Iron, USA, 1950s

$7,200 / set

George Nelson, Armchairs, Iron, USA, 1950s

By George Nelson

Located in High Point, NC

A set of four iron armchairs designed by George Nelson and produced by Arbuck, USA, c. 1952. Dimensions: 29” H x 19” W 19” D Seat height: 16.5”

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1950s American Vintage George Nelson Furniture

Materials

Iron

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

Materials

Wood

1960s George Nelson and Robert Propst for Herman Miller Action Office I Desk

$5,000

1960s George Nelson and Robert Propst for Herman Miller Action Office I Desk

By George Nelson, Herman Miller, Robert Propst

Located in Philadelphia, PA

This is a Walnut and Leather Desk Table, Model 64906, designed by George Nelson and Robert Propst for Herman Miller in 1964. The design was a part of the Action Office Series. This e...

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1960s American Modern Vintage George Nelson Furniture

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Steel, Iron

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

$14,500

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

By George Nelson, Herman Miller

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

Materials

Fabric, Wood

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

Materials

Fiberglass

Herman Miller George Nelson Modular Seating Cognac Natural Leather Sofa

$18,737 / set

Herman Miller George Nelson Modular Seating Cognac Natural Leather Sofa

By George Nelson, Herman Miller

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

Materials

Steel, Chrome

1950s George Nelson for Herman Miller Dining Table with Custom Planter

$6,500

1950s George Nelson for Herman Miller Dining Table with Custom Planter

By George Nelson

Located in Philadelphia, PA

This is a large dining or conference table, designed by George Nelson for Herman Miller in the 1950s. This model was custom-made to include space for a planter in the middle of the p...

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1950s American Modern Vintage George Nelson Furniture

Materials

Laminate, Wood

George Nelson Steel Frame Group Rolling Table / Cart

$2,900

George Nelson Steel Frame Group Rolling Table / Cart

By George Nelson, Herman Miller

Located in Kansas City, MO

Rare and unusual George Nelson for Herman Miller table on rollers from the Steel Frame Group, made by Herman Miller. White lamina...

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage George Nelson Furniture

Materials

Steel

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

Set of four armchairs by George Nelson for Herman Miller in black aniline leather. Original Herman Miller circle tag presen...

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage George Nelson Furniture

Materials

Chrome

Coconut Lounge Chair in Leather by George Nelson for Vitra, 1955

$2,800

Coconut Lounge Chair in Leather by George Nelson for Vitra, 1955

By George Nelson

Located in DE KWAKEL, NL

An iconic Coconut Lounge Chair designed by George Nelson in 1955, produced by Vitra. This design stands as a hallmark of mid-century modern innovation, where form, comfort and playfu...

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1950s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Vintage George Nelson Furniture

Materials

Metal

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

Materials

Plywood

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

$26,254 / 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 Mid Century Rosewood Thin Edge 5 Drawer Chest

$7,347

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

Materials

Metal, Chrome

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

$6,750

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

By George Nelson, Herman Miller

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

Materials

Metal

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

$1,500

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

Materials

Steel

George Nelson for Herman Miller White Laminate and Black Steel Rolling End / Sid

$16,800 / set

George Nelson for Herman Miller White Laminate and Black Steel Rolling End / Sid

By George Nelson, Herman Miller

Located in Queens, NY

2 Pairs of American mid-century rolling end / side tables with square white laminate tops and lower shelves contained in an open cube-form black coated steel frame, resting on four s...

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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern George Nelson Furniture

Materials

Metal, Steel

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

$1,516

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

Materials

Aluminum

Herman Miller Rolltop Schreibtisch action office George Nelson

$4,148

Herman Miller Rolltop Schreibtisch action office George Nelson

By Herman Miller, George Nelson

Located in Berlin, DE

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

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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage George Nelson Furniture

Materials

Chrome

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

$13,769 / set

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

By ICF De Padova, George Nelson

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

Materials

Fabric, Ash

George Nelson for Herman Miller Model 5153 Mobile Table

$2,395

George Nelson for Herman Miller Model 5153 Mobile Table

By Herman Miller, Irving Harper, George Nelson

Located in Hanover, MA

White enameled steel frame and white laminate rolling cart designed in 1951 by George Nelson for Herman Miller. Also referred to as an Angle Iron table...

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage George Nelson Furniture

Materials

Iron

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

Vintage George nelson Steel frame Side table for Herman Miller

$1,600

Vintage George nelson Steel frame Side table for Herman Miller

By Herman Miller, George Nelson

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

Materials

Iron

Vintage George Nelson Herman Miller Florence Knoll Styl Steel Frame Coffee Table

$3,500

Vintage George Nelson Herman Miller Florence Knoll Styl Steel Frame Coffee Table

By Herman Miller, George Nelson

Located in Chicago, IL

Beautiful clean signed example of this form. All original. White laminate top. Original white finish. Style of Florence Knoll.

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

Materials

Metal

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 George Nelson, Alexander Girard, 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

Materials

Marble, Aluminum

MidCentury George Nelson Sling Table for Herman Miller

$6,500

MidCentury George Nelson Sling Table for Herman Miller

By Herman Miller, George Nelson

Located in BROOKLYN, NY

Produced for only 4 years this exceptionally rare "Sling Table" is in wonderful vintage condition. Featuring a rounded granite top on chromed legs. A perfe...

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

Materials

Granite, Steel, Chrome

George Nelson Prototype Domino Clock

$6,930

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

Materials

Wood

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?
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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.