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
Set of 6 Black Pretzel Chairs, by George Nelson for ICF
By ICF De Padova, George Nelson
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 Seating
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Leather, Wood
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
Materials
Steel
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 Seating
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Iron
Pair Mid Century Modern Restored 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
George Nelson for Herman Miller Steel Frame Sofa
By George Nelson, Herman Miller
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Sofa by George Nelson for Herman Miller, c.1950s, USA. Newly upholstered in a high pile rich green mohair. The seating system features three cushioned seats and a white laminate side...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage George Nelson Seating
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Steel
George Nelson / Jack Lenor Larsen Arm Chair for Herman Miller # 4663
By George Nelson
Located in Cincinnati, OH
A sculptural birch wood curved arm chair with custom colorful Jack Lenor Larsen fabric upholstery . From the early 1950's Mid Century era the chair is perfectly comfortable for a liv...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern George Nelson Seating
Materials
Upholstery, Birch
George Nelson Platform Bench by Herman Miller
By George Nelson, Herman Miller
Located in Highland, IN
Introduced in 1946, the slat platform bench was one of Nelson's first designs for Herman Miller after becoming their design director. Intended to serve as a table, a seat, or a base ...
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1940s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage George Nelson Seating
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Maple
George Nelson for Herman Miller Chaise Longue
By George Nelson, Herman Miller
Located in Kansas City, MO
Rare George Nelson chaise longue for Herman Miller. Heavy chromed steel frame with newer upholstery.
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage George Nelson Seating
Materials
Chrome
George Nelson for Herman Miller Black Finished Wooden Platform Slat Bench
By George Nelson, Herman Miller
Located in Queens, NY
American Mid-Century extended rectangular platform bench with a black painted slat seat supported by three trapezoidal frame black metal legs. (GEORGE NELSON FOR HERMAN MILLER)
Cond...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern George Nelson Seating
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Wood
George Nelson, Modular Sofa and Table Seating System, 1966 for Herman Miller
By George Nelson, Herman Miller
Located in Munster, NRW
George Nelson for Herman Miller, 1960s, United States.
Very fine Modular §seater sofa by George Nelson (1908-1986) for Herman Miller.
This sofa has a metal frame with square chro...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage George Nelson Seating
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Steel, Chrome
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
Extra Long George Nelson Platform Bench by Herman Miller
By Herman Miller, George Nelson
Located in Highland, IN
Introduced in 1946, the slat platform bench was one of Nelson's first designs for Herman Miller after becoming their design director. Intended to serve as a table, a seat, or a base for case goods, its countless imitations over the years are a testament to its functionality and popularity. Herman Miller produced them in a range of sizes to meet a variety of needs.
This exceptional vintage example is model 4693. At 102” in length, it’s the largest size slat bench Herman Miller...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage George Nelson Seating
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Maple
Mid Century Hair Pin Legs Daybed George Nelson Herman Miller
By George Nelson
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Original classic American modern daybed with iconic hair pin legs.
Solid birch wood with zinc plated steel legs, original screws and steel springs with new firm cushion with black nu...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern George Nelson Seating
Materials
Steel
Swag Leg Chair 1958 by George Nelson for Herman Miller
By George Nelson
Located in London, GB
The "swag leg chair" by George Nelson dates back to 1958 - but would still be a perfect fit in any science fiction movie today. the innovative design resulted from nelson's demands for the development of his swag leg group, which includes chairs, a secretary and various tables. the elegantly curved legs were to be made of steel and processed by machine. and although the chair naturally looks extremely casual and cool, this has nothing to do with the youthful spirit of the 21st century: "swag" here means the process of "swaging", in english "pressing" (metal pressing is still a widespread method of forming).
The frame is actually a combination of the classic "four-legged friend" with the idea of a central axis. or, to put it more poetically by a contemporary: "like four tree roots growing out of the ground and uniting to form a strong trunk...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern George Nelson Seating
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Metal
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 Herman Miller Modular Steel Frame 2-Piece Seating & Table 60s
By George Nelson, Herman Miller
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
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
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
Materials
Steel
Modular Seating Sofa by George Nelson for Herman Miller
By Herman Miller, George Nelson
Located in Chicago, IL
c. 1950s. USA. Reupholstered in Pierre Frey “Bourail” Jacquard fabric. Refoamed as well. White laminate side tables with metal frame.
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage George Nelson Seating
Materials
Metal
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
Herman Miller George Nelson Modular Seating Cognac Natural Leather Sofa
By Herman Miller, George Nelson
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 Seating
Materials
Steel, Chrome
Mid-Century Modern Brown Leather Coconut Chair by George Nelson for Vitra
By George Nelson, Vitra
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 for Herman Miller Blue Velour and Chrome Daybed
By George Nelson, Herman Miller
Located in Queens, NY
American mid-century daybed with a royal blue velour upholstered rectangular bed with two matching bolster pillows resting on a chrome frame with a central...
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern George Nelson Seating
Materials
Metal, Chrome
1950s George Nelson for Herman Miller 4992 Slatted Bench in Maple 92"
By George Nelson, Herman Miller
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is a Slat Bench, Model 4992, originally designed by George Nelson for Herman Miller in 1947. This particular example dates to the 1950s. The bench is comprised of entirely of ma...
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1950s American Modern Vintage George Nelson Seating
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Maple
George Nelson Low-Back Executive Tilt-Swivel Chair for Herman Miller
By George Nelson
Located in Seattle, WA
George Nelson & Associate was one the driving force for the revolutionary of Office space furniture in the 50s and 60s. Between 1955 and 1964, the group came up with some of the most iconic design of the Mid-Century Modern era such as the CSS shelving...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage George Nelson Seating
Materials
Naugahyde
Armchair by George Nelson for Herman Miller Restored
By Herman Miller, George Nelson
Located in Kansas City, MO
George Nelson armchair in new blue Maharam fabric. Blonde Primavera frame in excellent condition.
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage George Nelson Seating
Materials
Upholstery, Wood
George Nelson Modular Group Sofa
By Herman Miller, George Nelson
Located in Highland, IN
The modular seating group designed by the Nelson office in 1955 is one of our favorite sofa designs. It was designed on a 30" module and offered in a wide variety of configurations. ...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage George Nelson Seating
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Steel
Nelson Slat Bench by George Nelson for Herman Miller
By Herman Miller, George Nelson
Located in Chicago, IL
c. 1960s. USA. Black painted base with natural patinated top.
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage George Nelson Seating
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Wood
George Nelson Stool for Herman Miller
By Vitra, George Nelson
Located in Berlin, DE
George Nelson stool for Herman Miller
Early Vitra label.
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1960s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage George Nelson Seating
Materials
Aluminum
Modular Sofa Seating, Gerogen Nelson for Herman Miller, covered in Dedar fabric
By George Nelson, Herman Miller
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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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern George Nelson Seating
Materials
Steel
George Nelson Walnut Armchairs, Herman Miller- A Pair
By Herman Miller, George Nelson
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
Materials
Upholstery, Walnut
Dining Chair by George Nelson for Herman Miller, 1950s
By George Nelson
Located in Sagaponack, NY
An early dining chair by George Nelson for Herman Miller, having tubular zinc-plated frames with floating upholstered seats and backs.
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage George Nelson Seating
Materials
Steel
Set of Six George Nelson for Herman Miller Walnut Dining Chairs
By George Nelson, Herman Miller
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
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
George Nelson & Associates Sling Sofa
By George Nelson
Located in Chicago, IL
Made by: Herman Miller, USA, 1963
Material: leather, chrome-plated steel, rubber
Size: 112 W × 32 D × 29 H in
The luxurious model 6833 Sling sofa ...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage George Nelson Seating
Materials
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
C. 1950 Set of Eight George Nelson for Herman Miller Tubular Steel Dining Chairs
By George Nelson, Herman Miller
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
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
Materials
Steel
Early Original George Nelson Marshmallow Sofa. Amazing Condition. Signed
By George Nelson, Irving Harper, Herman Miller
Located in Kansas City, MO
Orignal production iconic Marshmallow Sofa designed by Irving Harper for the George Nelson Office therefore attributed to George Nelson. Manufactured by Herman Miller and signed who...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage George Nelson Seating
Materials
Aluminum, Steel
Pair of George Nelson Wingback Lounge Chairs for Herman Miller
By George Nelson, Herman Miller
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pair of rare George Nelson model '4688' lounge chairs for Herman Miller, c.1940s, USA. The smaller scale chairs feature curved tufted seat backs and rounded armrests. Each chair has ...
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1940s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage George Nelson Seating
Materials
Linen, Upholstery, Down
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 Seating
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Metal
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
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Vintage Design Nelson Swivel Pedestal Stool for Herman Miller, 1960s
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 Seating
Materials
Metal
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
Open-Arm Ebonized Lounge Chair by George Nelson for Herman Miller
By Herman Miller, George Nelson
Located in Dorchester, MA
Designed by George Nelson for Herman Miller, this rare lounge chair, model 4774, features an open ebonized birch frame. Its strong rectangular lines acce...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage George Nelson Seating
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Upholstery, Birch
Pair of George Nelson Armchairs in Cowhide Upholstery
By George Nelson, Herman Miller
Located in Kansas City, MO
Pair of George Nelson for Herman Miller armchairs with new cowhide upholstery. Great for any modern environment besides the obvious modern cabin or rustic setting.
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage George Nelson Seating
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Cowhide, Walnut
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
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 Seating
Materials
Aluminum
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
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
Materials
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
Materials
Sheepskin
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 Seating
Materials
Fabric
George Nelson Coconut Armchair for Vitra
By George Nelson, Vitra
Located in Vienna, AT
The armchair was designed by George Nelson for Vitra in 1955.
The coconut chair is an icon of the design of the 1950s and is still a cult today.
With clear shapes and reduced mate...
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Early 2000s Swiss Mid-Century Modern George Nelson Seating
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Plastic, Bouclé
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 Seating
Materials
Chrome
Set of 6 Herman Miller DAF Chairs Designed by George Nelson in 1958
By George Nelson, Herman Miller
Located in Offenburg, Baden Wurthemberg
Beautiful set of 6 Herman Miller DAF fiberglass chairs, designed by George Nelson.
The DAF chair is perfectly suitable as a dining chair and due t...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern George Nelson Seating
Materials
Aluminum
George Nelson Bench or Stool
By George Nelson, Herman Miller
Located in Chicago, IL
Nelson for Herman Miller bench or vanity stool, model 4698
Solid black lacquer legs with ergonomic curved seat reupholstered with great plains boucle.
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1940s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage George Nelson Seating
Materials
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
Vintage black leather George Nelson Swivel office chair
By George Nelson
Located in London, GB
Timeless sophistication for your workspace with this rare vintage swivel office chair designed by the legendary American designer, George Nelson.
A masterpiece of mid-century moder...
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Mid-20th Century European Mid-Century Modern George Nelson Seating
Materials
Chrome
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.
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- What did George Nelson make?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022George 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.
- Why is George Nelson famous?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022George 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, 2022Modern 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, 2022George 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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