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George Nelson Decorative Objects

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
Vintage George Nelson Model-2202 Sunburst Clock for Howard Miller
Vintage George Nelson Model-2202 Sunburst Clock for Howard Miller

Vintage George Nelson Model-2202 Sunburst Clock for Howard Miller

$2,895

Vintage George Nelson Model-2202 Sunburst Clock for Howard Miller

By George Nelson, Howard Miller

Located in Los Angeles, CA

This vintage George Nelson Model 2202 sunburst clock for Howard Miller is an iconic example of mid-century modern design, combining playful geometry with timeless radial symmetry. Cr...

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage George Nelson Decorative Objects

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Metal

George Nelson Miniature /Jewelry Chest
George Nelson Miniature /Jewelry Chest

George Nelson Miniature /Jewelry Chest

$11,500

George Nelson Miniature /Jewelry Chest

By George Nelson

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Rosewood,Enameled aluminum and porcelain An early example of this form,model # 5215 Base is original to the cabinet Disc Manufacturer's label.

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1950s American Vintage George Nelson Decorative Objects

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Rosewood

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

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

$1,250

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

By Howard Miller, George Nelson

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 Decorative Objects

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Aluminum

Vintage George Nelson / Howard Miller Multi-color Spike / Starburst Clock
Vintage George Nelson / Howard Miller Multi-color Spike / Starburst Clock

Vintage George Nelson / Howard Miller Multi-color Spike / Starburst Clock

$2,600

Vintage George Nelson / Howard Miller Multi-color Spike / Starburst Clock

By George Nelson, Howard Miller

Located in Buffalo, NY

Iconic Vintage George Nelson / Howard Miller Multi-color Spike / Starburst Electric Wall Clock,, Amazing colors,, wonderful patina,, retains original Howard Miller label,, Tested and...

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage George Nelson Decorative Objects

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Metal

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

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

$2,500

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

By George Nelson, Howard Miller

Located in Wheat Ridge, CO

An iconic and authentic George Nelson for Howard Miller Mid-Century Modern Starburst Clock with its original stamp / maker’s mark intact. Measurements: 19.5ʺ wide, 2.5" deep and 19....

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern George Nelson Decorative Objects

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Metal

George Nelson Original Vintage Brass and Wood Ball Wall Clock
George Nelson Original Vintage Brass and Wood Ball Wall Clock

George Nelson Original Vintage Brass and Wood Ball Wall Clock

$1,220

George Nelson Original Vintage Brass and Wood Ball Wall Clock

By George Nelson

Located in Oceanside, US

An iconic Original Ball Wall Clock designed in 1947 by George Nelson Associates and produced by the Howard Miller Clock Company in Zeeland, Michigan. This early example features a ra...

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage George Nelson Decorative Objects

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Brass

George Nelson Birch & Brass Wall Clock for Howard Miller
George Nelson Birch & Brass Wall Clock for Howard Miller

George Nelson Birch & Brass Wall Clock for Howard Miller

$1,295

George Nelson Birch & Brass Wall Clock for Howard Miller

By Howard Miller, George Nelson

Located in Los Angeles, CA

George Nelson Birch & Brass wall clock for Howard Miller.

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage George Nelson Decorative Objects

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Brass

MCM George Nelson Studio Model 4756 "Steering Wheel" Wall Clock by Howard Miller
MCM George Nelson Studio Model 4756 "Steering Wheel" Wall Clock by Howard Miller

MCM George Nelson Studio Model 4756 "Steering Wheel" Wall Clock by Howard Miller

$1,320Sale Price|40% Off

MCM George Nelson Studio Model 4756 "Steering Wheel" Wall Clock by Howard Miller

By George Nelson

Located in Van Nuys, CA

Striking 1950 Model 4756 "Steering Wheel" Wall Clock by the George Nelson Design Studio for the Howard Miller clock company. The clock features a minimalist brushed brass open-face d...

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1950s American Vintage George Nelson Decorative Objects

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Steel

Irving Harper and George Nelson Chronopak Howard Miller Desk Clock
Irving Harper and George Nelson Chronopak Howard Miller Desk Clock

Irving Harper and George Nelson Chronopak Howard Miller Desk Clock

$1,325 / item

Irving Harper and George Nelson Chronopak Howard Miller Desk Clock

By Irving Harper, Howard Miller, 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 Decorative Objects

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Metal

Mid Century Modern George Nelson Model No. 622 Wall Clock
Mid Century Modern George Nelson Model No. 622 Wall Clock

Mid Century Modern George Nelson Model No. 622 Wall Clock

$975

Mid Century Modern George Nelson Model No. 622 Wall Clock

By George Nelson

Located in Dronten, NL

Beautiful Model No. 622 wall clock designed by George Nelson & Associates, and manufactured by Howard Miller. In good working condition. Marked with Howard Miller label. The George ...

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern George Nelson Decorative Objects

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Aluminum

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

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

$1,250

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

By George Nelson, Howard Miller

Located in Kansas City, MO

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

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1980s North American Post-Modern Vintage George Nelson Decorative Objects

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Aluminum

George Nelson Studio Steering Wheel Clock
George Nelson Studio Steering Wheel Clock

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 Decorative Objects

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Metal

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

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

$800

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

By George Nelson, Howard Miller

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 Decorative Objects

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Rattan

Thin Edge Jewelry Chest by George Nelson 1954, Original, Rosewood & Teak, Signed
Thin Edge Jewelry Chest by George Nelson 1954, Original, Rosewood & Teak, Signed

Thin Edge Jewelry Chest by George Nelson 1954, Original, Rosewood & Teak, Signed

$12,850

Thin Edge Jewelry Chest by George Nelson 1954, Original, Rosewood & Teak, Signed

By George Nelson

Located in Kansas City, MO

Rare early George Nelson for Herman Miller nine drawer jewelry / miniature cabinet in rosewood and teak with porcelain pulls. Completely original, never refinished very good conditio...

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1950s Mid-Century Modern Vintage George Nelson Decorative Objects

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Porcelain, Rosewood, Teak

Howard Miller George Nelson 1984 Checkerboard Table Clock, "Tempo 21" Tower 3
Howard Miller George Nelson 1984 Checkerboard Table Clock, "Tempo 21" Tower 3

Howard Miller George Nelson 1984 Checkerboard Table Clock, "Tempo 21" Tower 3

$1,250

Howard Miller George Nelson 1984 Checkerboard Table Clock, "Tempo 21" Tower 3

By George Nelson, Howard Miller

Located in Kansas City, MO

Rare postmodern brown and cream checkerboard table clock by Howard Miller Clock Company. From the 1984 "Tempo 21" collection. Slight signs of wear ...

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1980s American Post-Modern Vintage George Nelson Decorative Objects

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Aluminum

Mid Century Modern George Nelson Model No. 522 Wall Clock
Mid Century Modern George Nelson Model No. 522 Wall Clock

Mid Century Modern George Nelson Model No. 522 Wall Clock

$975

Mid Century Modern George Nelson Model No. 522 Wall Clock

By George Nelson

Located in Dronten, NL

Beautiful Model No. 522 wall clock designed by George Nelson & Associates, and manufactured by Howard Miller. In good working condition. Marked with Howard Miller label The George N...

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern George Nelson Decorative Objects

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Aluminum

Early George Nelson Howard Miller Table Desk Clock 1949/1950 Mid Century Modern
Early George Nelson Howard Miller Table Desk Clock 1949/1950 Mid Century Modern

Early George Nelson Howard Miller Table Desk Clock 1949/1950 Mid Century Modern

$3,900

Early George Nelson Howard Miller Table Desk Clock 1949/1950 Mid Century Modern

By George Nelson, Howard Miller

Located in Buffalo, NY

A rare original George Nelson desk or table clock. Very unique bronze metal face and motor housing on beautiful wood cone base Remnants of original Howard Miller Clock Company Zeela...

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1940s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage George Nelson Decorative Objects

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Metal, Brass, Bronze

Classic (OLD) Mid Century Modern "Ball" Clock / George Nelson / Howard Miller
Classic (OLD) Mid Century Modern "Ball" Clock / George Nelson / Howard Miller

Classic (OLD) Mid Century Modern "Ball" Clock / George Nelson / Howard Miller

$1,450

Classic (OLD) Mid Century Modern "Ball" Clock / George Nelson / Howard Miller

By George Nelson, Howard Miller

Located in Buffalo, NY

An iconic Original Ball Wall Clock designed in 1947 by George Nelson Associates and produced by the Howard Miller Clock Company in Zeeland, Michigan. This early example features a ra...

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage George Nelson Decorative Objects

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Brass

George Nelson Prototype Domino Clock
George Nelson Prototype Domino Clock

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 Decorative Objects

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Wood

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 George Nelson, Arthur Umanoff

Located in Hyattsville, MD

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

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage George Nelson Decorative Objects

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Wrought Iron

George Nelson Tripod Table Clock
George Nelson Tripod Table Clock

George Nelson Tripod Table Clock

$3,500

George Nelson Tripod Table Clock

By George Nelson

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Scarce large tripod table clock, Model 4764, designed by George Nelson and Associates for Howard Miller Clock Company. Satin brass dial encased in plexiglass bubble, with signature b...

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern George Nelson Decorative Objects

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Brass

George Nelson Chess Piece Clock
George Nelson Chess Piece Clock

George Nelson Chess Piece Clock

$6,950

George Nelson Chess Piece Clock

By Howard Miller, George Nelson

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 Decorative Objects

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Brass

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Located in Cincinnati, OH

A newer sophisticated take on the grandfather clock with the case in smoked Lucite defining the outline of the clock. The face has a brushed aluminum face with mod hands in red and w...

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H 87 in W 27 in D 14 in

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Late 20th century Howard Miller 610-376 Grandfather Clock, serial number 592902. Features a tall Georgian style case made from flame mahogany with quarter cut reeded columns and an ...

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H 14.57 in W 14.57 in D 2.76 in

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H 32.29 in W 20.48 in D 14.18 in

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Located in Berlin, DE

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H 40 in W 15 in D 5.5 in

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Located in Astoria, NY

George Nelson for Howard Miller Brass and Lucite Wall Clock, hanging pendulum, label to transparent clock face. 40" H x 15" W x 5.5" D. Provenance: From a New York City Collection.

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Contemporary Mid Century George Nelson For Vitra Multicolored Analog Petal Clock
Contemporary Mid Century George Nelson For Vitra Multicolored Analog Petal Clock

Contemporary Mid Century George Nelson For Vitra Multicolored Analog Petal Clock

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H 17.5 in Dm 17.5 in

Contemporary Mid Century George Nelson For Vitra Multicolored Analog Petal Clock

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Located in Keego Harbor, MI

A playful yet refined example of mid-century modern design, this George Nelson Four-Petal Wall Clock for Vitra features a striking arrangement of bold, oversized petals in green, ora...

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Rare 1950’s Satin Brass Wall Clock by George Nelson for Howard Miller
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Rare 1950’s Satin Brass Wall Clock by George Nelson for Howard Miller

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Located in Palm Springs, CA

Rare 1950’s Howard Miller built in wall clock design by George Nelson. Designed to be direct wire and the hours are pushed into drywall like tacks. Retain the Howard Miller label o...

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Mid Century Modern George Nelson Diamond Clock
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H 3.94 in Dm 22.45 in

Mid Century Modern George Nelson Diamond Clock

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Located in Dronten, NL

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George Nelson decorative objects for sale on 1stDibs.

George Nelson decorative objects are available for sale on 1stDibs. These distinctive items are frequently made of wood and are designed with extraordinary care. There are many options to choose from in our collection of George Nelson decorative objects, although brown editions of this piece are particularly popular. Many of the original decorative objects 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 decorative objects by Robert Maxwell, David Cressey, and Howard Miller. Prices for George Nelson decorative objects can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these items begin at $225 and can go as high as $16,500, while a piece like these, on average, fetch $1,575.

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Questions About George Nelson Decorative Objects
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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.

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