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George Nelson Seating

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
huge and rare 251cm george nelson bench from the modular group
By George Nelson
Located in Munich, DE
ultra rare an most possible made on special order very big george nelson bench. we also have a smaller bench available.
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage George Nelson Seating

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Metal

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 Seating

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Leather, Wood

Brazilian Modern Marshmallow” Sofa by George Nelson, 1956
By George Nelson
Located in New York, NY
Available today, with domestic shipping in NYC metro area included, This Brazilian Modern Marshmallow” Sofa by George Nelson is nothing less than gorgeous! The Marshmallow Sofa, d...
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Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern George Nelson Seating

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Metal

Mid Century Modern George Nelson Herman Miller Hairpin Leg Daybed Sofa
By Herman Miller, George Nelson
Located in Dayton, OH
Mid century modern George Nelson for Herman Miller Case Study daybed / sofa / couch / chaise lounge featuring iron hairpin legs with pine back suppor...
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern George Nelson Seating

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Metal

Early Production George Nelson / Herman Miller Modular Steel Frame Sofa
By George Nelson, Herman Miller
Located in Buffalo, NY
Early Production George Nelson / Herman Miller Modular Steel Frame Sofa,, Professionally reupholstered. Stunning gray wool fabric. Retains origi...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage George Nelson Seating

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Metal

George Nelson for Herman Miller Modular Steel Frame 2-Piece Seating & Table 60s
By Herman Miller, George Nelson
Located in Keego Harbor, MI
A sleek and minimal modular steel frame 2-piece seating system and tables by George Nelson for Herman Miller. Circa 1960s. Sleek and functional design with built in laminate white ta...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage George Nelson Seating

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Fabric

Pair Restored Mid Century Modern Lounge Chairs George Nelson for Herman Miller
By Herman Miller, George Nelson
Located in Port Jervis, NY
Spectacular and rare early pair of steel framed lounge chairs, #5080 by George Nelson for Herman Miller. Totally restored to their original glory. New cotton velvet upholstery with ...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage George Nelson Seating

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Steel

Set of Four George Nelson ''Pretzel'' Armchair Made by ICF, Italy, 1984-1986
By George Nelson, ICF De Padova
Located in Chiavari, Liguria
A rare and beautiful set of four ''Pretzel'' armchairs made in laminated wood and manufactured in the 1984/1986 in Italy by ICF De Padova. Originally designed for Herman Miller in...
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1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage George Nelson Seating

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Fabric, Ash

Pair. George Nelson for Herman Miller Cube Arm Chairs Model 4774
By Herman Miller, George Nelson
Located in New York, NY
Sophisticated, chic, voguish pair of lounge chairs designed by George Nelson for Herman Miller circa 1950s. The chairs feature solid maple frames with thick upholstered seats and bac...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern George Nelson Seating

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Upholstery, Maple

Mid Century George Nelson for Herman Miller Slatted Bench Maple Blonde / Black
By George Nelson, Herman Miller
Located in Buffalo, NY
Beautiful mid century George Nelson Herman Miller slatted bench with Amazing Patina. This bench is 72.25" Long Slatted coffee table or bench. Blonde bench...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage George Nelson Seating

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Wood, Birch

Rare & Original George Nelson Steel Frame Lounge Chairs Pair Herman Miller 1950s
By Herman Miller, George Nelson
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Super rare! George Nelson for Herman Miller steel frame chairs, model 5080 Easy Lounge Chairs. Original painted frames with solid wood arms. Orig...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage George Nelson Seating

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Steel

George Nelson Modular Seating System Bench in Alexander Girard Checker Fabric
By George Nelson
Located in Seattle, WA
Nelson’s studio “George Nelson & Associates” produced countless designs that were ahead of their time, including the Nelson Modular Seating System from which we have this three piece sectional set. The system was gorgeous line of products that Herman Miller produced between 1956-1978. The wide array of Nelson’s Modular System can be found in all shapes and sizes to this day. Sofas, loveseats, chairs, armless seating, end tables and more; it was meant to fulfill the needs of any space large or small. This rare bench has been completely restored and re-upholstered with the iconic Alexander Girard...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage George Nelson Seating

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Steel

Vintage 1940s George Nelson Side Chair for Herman Miller Model 4671
By Herman Miller, George Nelson
Located in San Francisco, CA
Offered here is a vintage George Nelson side chair For Herman Miller it's a Model 4671, first designed in 1948.
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1940s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage George Nelson Seating

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Metal

Mid-Century Modern Brown Leather Coconut Chair by George Nelson for Vitra
By Vitra, George Nelson
Located in Doornspijk, NL
The Coconut chair was designed in 1955 by the American architect, industrial designer, author, editor and teacher George Nelson. Obviously he took his inspiration from a coconut that...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage George Nelson Seating

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Steel

George Nelson Pair Chairs for Herman Miller, Oversized, Velvet, circa 1965
By George Nelson, Herman Miller
Located in Vienna, AT
Rare pair George Nelson chairs for Herman Miller, circa 1965 Stylish oversized chairs in petrol velvet with brushed steel feet. They are in good original condition with no major flaws and ready to use. Labelled at the bottom. Main focus of these chairs certainly lies on the very desirable and scarce size of 37" x 37" and 27" height. They are very elegant yet comfortable. Will ship crated...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage George Nelson Seating

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Steel

6 Teak Dining Chairs by Svegards Markaryd, Sweden
By Herman Miller, George Nelson
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A great set of 6 solid teak ladder back dining chairs by Svegards Markaryd. Chairs are burnt marked Svegards Markaryd made in Sweden. Priced per chair. Multiples of 2 may be purchased. These items are located at our Los Angeles Arts District gallery...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage George Nelson Seating

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Teak

Set of Six George Nelson for Herman Miller Walnut Dining Chairs
By Herman Miller, George Nelson
Located in Los Angeles, CA
George Nelson for Herman Miller teak and upholstered dining chairs. We also have the matching dining table, please inquire for details. All items ar...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage George Nelson Seating

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Teak

Rare Pair of 1. Edition Metal Shell Coconuts
By George Nelson
Located in Munich, DE
designed by george nelson in 1955 and made by herman miller.
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage George Nelson Seating

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Metal

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 Seating

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Fiberglass

C. 1955 George Nelson for Herman Miller Sofa Daybed in Kvadrat Divina Fabric
By Herman Miller, George Nelson
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is a Nelson Daybed, initially designed by George Nelson for Herman Miller in 1950. This particular piece is an early production, and dates to ca. 1955. It has a body and tapered...
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1950s American Modern Vintage George Nelson Seating

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Steel

C. 1950 Set of Eight George Nelson for Herman Miller Tubular Steel Dining Chairs
By Herman Miller, George Nelson
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is a set of eight Dining Chairs, Model 4671, designed by George Nelson for Herman Miller in 1948. These examples date to the 1950s, and the listed price includes the set of eigh...
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1950s American Modern Vintage George Nelson Seating

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Aluminum

1964 Perch Office Stool by George Nelson and Robert Propst for Herman Miller
By Robert Propst, Herman Miller, George Nelson
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is a “Perch” office stool, designed by George Nelson & Robert Propst for Herman Miller in 1964. The design was part of Nelson’s Action Office system. The stool consists of...
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1960s American Modern Vintage George Nelson Seating

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Steel, Aluminum

George Nelson Stool for Herman Miller, USA, 1960s
By Herman Miller, George Nelson
Located in Berlin, DE
George Nelson Stool for Herman Miller, USA - 1960s in all original condition with the rare brown base George Nelson (1908-1986) was an American industrial designer and architect who...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage George Nelson Seating

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Metal

Swag Leg Chair by George Nelson for Herman Miller - 1950s, La Fonda, Space Age
By Herman Miller, George Nelson
Located in Berlin, DE
Swag Leg Chair by George Nelson for Herman Miller - 1950s This iconic Swag Leg Chair was designed by George Nelson for Herman Miller in the 1950s. The chair is characterized by its ...
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20th Century Bauhaus George Nelson Seating

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Fiberglass

Mid Century Modern Sofa with Side Tables George Nelson for Herman Miller
By Herman Miller, George Nelson
Located in Rancho Cucamonga, CA
Mid-Century Modern George Nelson Sofa with Integrated Side Tables for Herman Miller – This exquisite vintage piece, dating back to the 1950s-1960s, epitomizes the functional elegance...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern George Nelson Seating

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Steel

Early, Metal Shell ! Coconut Chair by George Nelson in Brown Upholstery, 1955
By Herman Miller, George Nelson
Located in Amsterdam IJMuiden, NL
The Shell of 99% of the coconuts is Plastic, This early one has a metal back  and is designed by George Nelson for Herman Miller. Fully restored and upholstered The super rare, orig...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage George Nelson Seating

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Metal

George Nelson for Herman Miller 72" Slatted Platform Bench, 2002
By Herman Miller, George Nelson
Located in Costa Mesa, CA
George Nelson for Herman Miller 72" Slatted Platform Bench, 2002. Classic and timeless, this George Nelson bench has just the right amount of 20+ years of great honey colored patina...
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Early 2000s American Mid-Century Modern George Nelson Seating

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Birch

Original Early George Nelson for Herman Miller Pretzel Chair
By George Nelson
Located in Sarasota, FL
George Nelson for Herman Miller pretzel chair. Rare and beautiful chair with very low production. Production being this one either 1957 or 1958. Believed to be under 100 of these ...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage George Nelson Seating

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Bentwood

Mid Century Modern George Nelson for Herman Miller Long Bench
By George Nelson
Located in Tulsa, OK
**Please Read Entire Description** Please view all listing pictures on a laptop if possible. Some cell phones don’t display all listing pictures and some could be pictures relati...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage George Nelson Seating

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Oak

George Nelson Modular Sofa Table System Herman Miller
By Herman Miller, George Nelson
Located in Berlin, BE
Modular Sofa by George Nelson with a strong metal structure including chrome-plated feet. Two vintage grey upholstered Seats with buttoned backrests and a square Formica side-table t...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern George Nelson Seating

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Steel

George Nelson For Herman Miller First Generation Coconut Chair and Ottoman
By George Nelson
Located in Seattle, WA
The Coconut chair was designed in 1955 by the American architect, industrial designer, author, editor and teacher George Nelson. Unlike the later editions, the first generation has a...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage George Nelson Seating

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Metal

Early Rare Prototype for N° 5490 Chaise Lounge, George Nelson, 1953
By George Nelson
Located in Culver City, CA
Nestled in the sun-soaked haven of Florida, tucked away in the eccentric estate of a wealthy collector, this forgotten relic of mid-century modern design lay dormant for years, waiting for its moment to shine once again. This collector had a treasure trove of mid-century marvels, lovingly amassed by a collector with an eye for the extraordinary. Among the coveted pieces, we unearthed a true gem—a rare, early prototype frame for a George Nelson Chaise Lounge...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage George Nelson Seating

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Steel

Early and Rare Pretzel sIDE Chair by George Nelson
By George Nelson
Located in Buffalo, NY
Early and Rare Pretzel sIDE Chair by George Nelson, c 1952,,, gREAT EXAMPLE, Iconic Design. Becoming increasingly harder and harder to find..Nice original condition,, Age appropri...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage George Nelson Seating

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Plywood

Pair of Early Coconut Chairs by George Nelson for Herman Miller in Shearling
By George Nelson
Located in Dallas, TX
A pair of early metal back Coconut chairs designed by George Nelson for Herman Miller. Fully restored and upholstered in shearling.
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1950s Vintage George Nelson Seating

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Sheepskin

1950s Modern Gray Sofa George Nelson Herman Miller New Upholstery
By Herman Miller, George Nelson
Located in Chula Vista, CA
AMBIANIC presents Modern Sofa by George Nelson for Herman Miller. Early label design 1950s 28 h x 91 w x 30 d Seat 15.5 Retains Herman Miller label. Sofa has chrome plated legs, pati...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage George Nelson Seating

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Chrome

George Nelson for Herman Miller Mid Century Sofa
By Herman Miller, George Nelson
Located in Countryside, IL
George Nelson for Herman Miller Mid Century Sofa This sofa measures: 82 wide x 33 deep x 29 inches high, with a seat height of 16 and ar...
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage George Nelson Seating

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Chrome

George Nelson for Herman Miller Mid Century Leather and Chrome Sling Sofa
By Herman Miller, George Nelson
Located in Countryside, IL
George Nelson for Herman Miller Mid Century Leather and Chrome Sling Sofa This sofa measures: 87 wide x 32 deep x 29 inches high, with a seat height of 17.5 and arm height of 23 inc...
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage George Nelson Seating

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Chrome

Early, Museum Quality Marshmallow Sofa by George Nelson for Herman Miller
By George Nelson, Herman Miller
Located in Dallas, TX
Early production Marshmallow sofa model 5670 designed by George Nelson for Herman Miller, circa 1956. This is an early excellent (One of the best) examples of 186 ever produced betwe...
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Mid-20th Century American George Nelson Seating

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Steel

Six Foot George Nelson Classic Slat Bench 1950's Original
By George Nelson
Located in St.Petersburg, FL
A classic, original 1950's vintage George Nelson for Herman Miller slat bench. Natural finish with warm patina and ebonized legs. This is a hard to find original, retaining its foil...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage George Nelson Seating

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Maple

Set of Two Leather Original George Nelson Coconut Chairs, Vitra
By Vitra, George Nelson
Located in Praha, CZ
Coconut lounge chair designed by George Nelson for Herman Miller, manufactured by Vitra. Black leather, white shell and chrome legs, good original condition. - Marked by original lab...
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Early 2000s German Mid-Century Modern George Nelson Seating

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Chrome

Modular Sofa designed by George NELSON for HERMAN MILLER, 1960s
By George Nelson
Located in Berlin, Berlin
Two-seat Sofa designed by George Nelson. U.S.A., Herman Miller, 1960s. Modular Sofa by George Nelson with a strong metal structure including chrome-plated feet. Two vintage red Moha...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage George Nelson Seating

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Metal

Coconut Chair by George Nelson for Vitra, 1950s
By Vitra, George Nelson
Located in Antwerp, BE
Introducing the Coconut Chair by George Nelson for Vitra, an iconic piece of modern design that combines comfort, elegance, an...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage George Nelson Seating

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Chrome

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: 18.5”
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1940s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage George Nelson Seating

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Fabric, Wood

Mid Century George Nelson for Herman Miller Slatted Bench Maple Blonde
By Herman Miller, George Nelson
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
Beautiful mid century George Nelson Herman Miller slatted bench with Amazing Patina. This bench is 72.25" Long Slatted coffee table or bench. Blonde bench...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage George Nelson Seating

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Maple, Lacquer

1950s George Nelson Herman Miller 72.5 inch 4692 Slatted Platform Bench in Birch
By Herman Miller, George Nelson
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Listed for sale is a 1950s vintage George Nelson for Herman Miller natural and black-lacquered birch platform bench (Model 4692). This classic George Nelson example has a gorgeous pa...
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1950s American Modern Vintage George Nelson Seating

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Birch

George Nelson Daybed Sofa in Blue Checker Reupholstery by Alexander Girard
By Herman Miller, George Nelson
Located in Berlin, DE
George Nelson daybed for Herman Miller in newly upholstered Alexander Girard Maharam "Checker" fabric. George Nelson and Alexander Girard were both A...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage George Nelson Seating

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Fabric, Upholstery, Wood

Rare 1950s California Modern George Nelson Arbuck Outdoor Iron Stools / Tables
By Arbuck, George Nelson
Located in Hyattsville, MD
Extremely rare pair of Arbuck Inc. square grid stools, with original labeled cushions. Could source glass tops to make tables, but no glass is included in this sale. Sold as a pair ...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage George Nelson Seating

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Iron

George Nelson, Lounge Chairs, Wood, Steel, Velvet, USA, 1950s
By Herman Miller, George Nelson
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: 14.15” Reupholstered i...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage George Nelson Seating

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Steel

Pair of Yellow, Swivel Barstools / Drafting Stools by Charles and Ray Eames
By Herman Miller, George Nelson, Charles and Ray Eames
Located in Kansas City, MO
Rare pair of bar stools / drafting stools with armless yellow fiberglass bucket / shell chair seats designed by Charles and Ray Eames on bases designed by George Nelson. Both have ad...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage George Nelson Seating

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Steel

Space Age Daf Chairs by George Nelson for Herman Miller, Set of 4
By Herman Miller, George Nelson
Located in Leuven, Vlaams Gewest
Set of 4 very rare DAF armchairs designed by George nelson for Herman Miller. The chairs are made from fiberglas shells mounted on white lacquered metal legs. Very similar to the L...
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1960s American Space Age Vintage George Nelson Seating

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Metal

Vintage George Nelson Steel Frame Modular Sectional Sofa for Herman Miller
By George Nelson
Located in Salt Lake City, UT
Vintage steel frame modular sectional by George Nelson for Herman Miller. Two separate sections each having two champagne colored velvet cushions and one white side table. Has origin...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern George Nelson Seating

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Steel

George Nelson Walnut Armchairs, Herman Miller- A Pair
By George Nelson, Herman Miller
Located in Raleigh, NC
Early armchairs by George Nelson for Herman Miller. One chair has the original tag. These have been newly upholstered in a mohair fabric with the frames being cleaned and oiled, l...
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern George Nelson Seating

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Upholstery, Walnut

Pair of White Perch Chairs by George Nelson for Vitra
By Vitra, George Nelson
Located in Madrid, ES
Pair of white leather stools or 'Perch Chairs' by George Nelson for Vitra. Designed 1964. This pair is manufactured in 2010 by Vitra. Some signs of use ...
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21st Century and Contemporary European Mid-Century Modern George Nelson Seating

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Chrome

Vitra by George Nelson Black Leather Perch Swivel Desk Chairs, 2001, Set of 2
By George Nelson, Vitra
Located in London, GB
Originally designed by George Nelson in 1964 the Perch desk chair was part of the revolutionary Herman Miller Action 1 office system, which was the first open plan office design. Th...
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1960s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage George Nelson Seating

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Metal

Set of George Nelson Swag Leg Chairs by Herman Miller
By George Nelson, Herman Miller
Located in Highland, IN
The swag leg chair designs by the office of George Nelson were developed in response to his desire to create a chair with a beautiful "swagged" leg (one that tapers while it curves)....
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage George Nelson Seating

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Steel

Modular Table Bench by George Nelson for Herman Miller with Pierre Frey cushion
By Herman Miller, George Nelson
Located in Frankfurt am Main, DE
“design is a response to social change“ george nelson said, the director of design with office furniture manufacturer herman miller. economic growth and larger companies lead to rapi...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage George Nelson Seating

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Steel

George Nelson Early Model '4688' Wingback Lounge Chairs for Herman Miller, 1940s
By George Nelson
Located in Coronado, CA
A stunning and exceptionally uncommon pair of George Nelson model '4688' wingback lounge chairs designed for Herman Miller in the 1940s. These petite lounge chairs embody understated...
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1940s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage George Nelson Seating

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Linen, Wood

2007 Coconut Lounge Chair by George Nelson for Vitra in Black Leather
By Vitra, George Nelson
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is a single Coconut Lounge Chair, designed by George Nelson. This handsome lounge chair is composed of a molded reinforced plastic shell, with an upholstered black leather seat ...
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Early 2000s American Modern George Nelson Seating

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Leather, Plastic

George Nelson seating for sale on 1stDibs.

George Nelson seating 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 seating, although brown editions of this piece are particularly popular. Many of the original seating 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 seating by Selig, Florence Knoll, and Ward Bennett. Prices for George Nelson seating can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these items begin at $625 and can go as high as $48,500, while a piece like these, on average, fetch $3,850.
Questions About George Nelson Seating
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    George Nelson was a furniture designer central to the mid-century modern design movement. His best-known creations are the marshmallow sofa, coconut chair, ball clock and bubble lamp series. His style included sleek, thin-edge lines on a variety of furniture still available today. Shop a range of George Nelson furniture designs on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    George Nelson was an American designer, and for a time the lead designer for the famed Herman Miller furniture company. Nelson is often referred to as the founder of American modernist design and often associated with his more inspired pieces such as the Coconut Chair, Marshmallow Sofa and the Ball Clock. Shop a collection of George Nelson furniture designs from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    Modern George Nelson clocks are made in Poland. The company Vitra Designs manufactures the timepieces based on the original designs of the American designer who lived from 1908 to 1986. On 1stDibs, you can shop a selection of George Nelson clocks.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    George Nelson Bubble Lamps are made of steel wires, which form a durable framework for the lamp. A plastic polymer material spread over the wires forms the shade which is translucent to give the lamp a soft glow. Inspired by Swedish lamps, these mid-century modern light fixtures are still made by the legendary furniture manufacturer Herman Miller today. Shop a range of George Nelson Bubble Lamps on 1stDibs.

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