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George Nelson Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

American, 1908-1986

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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Creator: George Nelson
George Nelson for Herman Miller CSS Modular Wall Unit in Walnut & Aluminum
By George Nelson, Herman Miller
Located in Waalwijk, NL
George Nelson for Herman Miller, modular wall unit model 'CSS', walnut, aluminium, glass, United States, 1959 Herman Miller introduced George Nelson’s Comprehensive Storage...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage George Nelson Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Aluminum

George Nelson for Herman Miller Mid Century Walnut Desk with Return
By Herman Miller, George Nelson
Located in Countryside, IL
George Nelson for Herman Miller Mid Century Walnut Desk with Return This desk measures: 65 wide x 84.5 deep x 29 high, with a chair clearance of 27.75 inches All pieces of furnitur...
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage George Nelson Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Metal

George Nelson Miniature Chest Model 5215, 1950s
By George Nelson
Located in Brussels, BE
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1950s Mid-Century Modern Vintage George Nelson Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Wood

Pair Mid Century Modern Walnut Dressers Chests George Nelson Herman Miller 1955
By Herman Miller, George Nelson
Located in Portland, OR
A good pair of original American Modernist five drawer dressers by George Nelson (1908-1986) for Herman Miller, circa 1955. The Basic Cabinet Series was first introduced in the late ...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage George Nelson Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Walnut

Mid-Century Modern Herman Miller Roll Top Action Office Desk by George Nelson
By George Nelson, Herman Miller
Located in Lafayette, IN
This is a wonderful early example of the Action Office Roll Top desk by George Nelson for Herman Miller. Desk features: Walnut roll top (4) action drawers Ebonized black side panels Deep inner file space Cast aluminum frame Foot rest White laminate writing surface Power outlet...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage George Nelson Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Aluminum, Chrome

rare bookcase designed "css" model by george nelson for herman miller 1060
By George Nelson
Located in taranto, IT
Rare Sky/Earth modular bookcase model "CSS", designed by George Nelson for Herman Miller, 1960 composed of five height-adjustable aluminium uprights, 10 shelves, two wooden upper com...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage George Nelson Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Aluminum

Vintage Walnut George Nelson 5 Drawer Dresser for Herman Miller
By George Nelson, Herman Miller
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Beautiful Walnut Basic Cabinet Series 5 Drawer Dresser by George Nelson for Herman Miller. features the uncommon cupcake drawer pulls. the drawer boxes have been remade and outfit...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage George Nelson Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Walnut

Vintage 1949 Mid-Century Modern Custom L-Shaped Office Desk by George Nelson
By Herman Miller, George Nelson
Located in Lafayette, IN
This remarkable piece is a one-off desk/wardrobe/bar/bookcase/storage cabinet custom-designed by George Nelson in 1949 to match his Basic Cabinet Series (BCS) for Herman Miller. The desk was made specifically for a client in the Promontory Apartment Building in Chicago designed by Nelson's associate, and world-renowned architect, Ludwig Mies van der Rohe. The entire apartment was outfitted in pieces from George Nelson's Basic Cabinet Series for Herman Miller that sat, untouched for nearly 70 years in their original setting! In addition to two aluminium sconces, this piece also features hidden, fluorescent lighting mounted in the upper canopy as a clever solution to Mies van der Rohe's lack of ceiling fixtures. This is a gorgeous, grandiose, and extremely rare piece of design history that will instantly outfit an entire office in striking style! Features: Desk: - Book-matched walnut veneer - Built-in Bar - Built in coat closet/wardrobe - Dual aluminum sconces - Hidden, indirect fluorescent lighting - Silver-plated Herman Miller hardware - Dual "floating" book shelves - Tapered, cantilevered peninsula desk...
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1940s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage George Nelson Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Aluminum

George Nelson for Herman Miller 'Primavera' Nightstands, c. 1955, Signed
By George Nelson, Herman Miller
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This fantastic pair of chests which can also be used as large nightstands were designed by George Nelson for Herman Miller, part of the 'Basic Cabinet Series' and also called 'Primav...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage George Nelson Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Wood

George Nelson for Herman Miller Custom for Hugh DuPree Steel Frame Cabinets 1960
By George Nelson, Herman Miller
Located in Chicago, IL
George Nelson for Herman Miller Custom for Hugh DuPree Steel Frame Cabinets Orange and Yellow 1960 Application: Designed for wall-mounted installation. with separation between cases ...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage George Nelson Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Steel, Chrome

George Nelson Herman Miller Basic Series Gentleman's Cabinet Dresser
By George Nelson
Located in St.Petersburg, FL
A classic George Nelson for Herman Miller, basic series cabinet with 5 drawers on one side and a gentleman's wardrobe on the other. This is an uncommon version in oak. Newly redone p...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage George Nelson Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Steel

George Nelson Thin Edge Rosewood Dresser 4 Drawers
By George Nelson
Located in Seattle, WA
A George Nelson four-drawer Thin Edge rosewood dresser, circa 1955. This stunning piece has dynamic, rich rosewood graining, four drawers, original porcelain pulls, and iconic Thin E...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage George Nelson Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Aluminum

Thin Edge Walnut Dresser with Cabinet by George Nelson for Herman Miller
By George Nelson, Herman Miller
Located in Dorchester, MA
This gorgeous dresser is part of George Nelson's 1950s Thin Edge collection for Herman Miller, which takes its name from the elegant, slim profile. Tapered trestle legs elevate the w...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage George Nelson Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Aluminum

Vintage 3 bay Omni Wall Unit by George Nelson
By George Nelson
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Beautiful 3 bay Omni wall unit by goerge nelson. walnut with floor to ceiling aluminum uprights.
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage George Nelson Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Aluminum

Pair of George Nelson for Herman Miller 5-Drawer Chests Primavera Basic Series
By Herman Miller, George Nelson
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Rare pair of cabinets or chests made by Herman Miller in the early 1950s and designed by American design icon George Nelson. Each cabinet features primavera construction, a form of b...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage George Nelson Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Wood, Mahogany

Pair of George Nelson for Herman Miller 5-Drawer Chests Primavera Basic Series
By Herman Miller, George Nelson
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Rare pair of cabinets or chests made by Herman Miller in the early 1950s and designed by American design icon George Nelson. Each cabinet features primavera construction, a form of b...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage George Nelson Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Wood, Mahogany

Mid Century Modern Walnut Cabinet by George Nelson for Herman Miller, c1950s
By George Nelson
Located in Chino Hills, CA
For sale is a stunning vintage mid-century modern walnut cabinet designed by the iconic George Nelson for Herman Miller, dating back to the 1950s. This exquisite piece showcases the ...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage George Nelson Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Aluminum

George Nelson for Herman Miller 9000 Series Mid Century Walnut Desk and Return
By Herman Miller, George Nelson
Located in Countryside, IL
George Nelson for Herman Miller 9000 Series Mid Century Walnut Desk and Return This desk measures: 84 wide x 36 deep x 30 high, with a chair clearance of 28.75 inches The return mea...
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage George Nelson Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Walnut

Early George Nelson Eog Executive Desk with Return for Herman Miller, 1950s
By Herman Miller, George Nelson
Located in Culver City, CA
Available right now we have this absolutely stunning Mid-Century Modern desk designed by George Nelson for Herman Miller. The Executive Office Group, NO 8000 Series...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage George Nelson Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Birch, Walnut

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 Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Rosewood

George Nelson 8000 Executive Series Credenza for Herman Miller in Walnut
By George Nelson
Located in Emeryville, CA
This exceptional walnut exterior and black door credenza was designed by George Nelson for Herman Miller’s Executive Office Group circa 1962. This great mid-century modern design mak...
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Mid-20th Century North American Mid-Century Modern George Nelson Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Metal

Five-Drawer Ribbon Mahogany Tall Dresser by George Nelson for Herman Miller
By Herman Miller, George Nelson
Located in Chicago, IL
Ribbon mahogany five-drawer dresser by George Nelson for Herman Miller. M-shaped aluminium pulls and hair pin aluminium legs. Top drawer is partitioned as is the third deeper drawer.
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage George Nelson Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Aluminum

Five Drawer Tall Chest & Two Door Cabinet Server by George Nelson for Herman
By George Nelson
Located in Dallas, TX
Five-drawer tall cabinet model 4610 with matching two-door server cabinet model 4625 designed by George Nelson for Herman Miller 1952. Both cabinets are in excellent restored condition and were in the dining room of an estate designed by architect Louis Kahn...
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Mid-20th Century American George Nelson Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Wood

George Nelson Custom Hanging Walnut Cabinet from a National Historical Building
By George Nelson
Located in Cincinnati, OH
A two door Nelson walnut hanging cabinet with woven cane fronts and brass hardware, having a beveled bottom edge to the doors for ease of opening and folding to the top. Inside the b...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern George Nelson Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Cane, Walnut

very rare no.5517 miniature chest by george nelson
By George Nelson
Located in Munich, DE
very early european version of george nelsons iconic miniature chest. made by contura for herman miller.
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1950s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage George Nelson Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Metal

George Nelson 4111 Steel Frame Desk for Herman Miller
By George Nelson
Located in Round Rock, TX
Outstanding "Steel Frame" desk (model 4111) designed by George Nelson for Herman Miller circa 1960s. Compact in scale, these desks are designed to integrate nicely into smaller space...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage George Nelson Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Steel

George Nelson Thin Edge Group Double Dresser, Walnut, Herman Miller, 2017, USA.
By Herman Miller, George Nelson
Located in Brooklyn, NY
George Nelson thin edge double dresser, chest, Walnut, Herman Miller. In 1944, Life magazine published an extensive article detailing the “Storage Wall”, George Nelson’s novel archi...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern George Nelson Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Brass, Stainless Steel

George Nelson for Herman Miller CSS Unit
By George Nelson
Located in Palm Springs, CA
The George Nelson CSS Unit, is a stylish and functional addition to the renowned Herman Miller furniture collection. Designed by the visionary George Nelson, this CSS unit seamlessly combines form and function to elevate any modern workspace or living area. This unit was acquired out of a beautiful Palm Springs estate last year. We finally assembled it in our gallery. There is one additional shelve not pictured. Totally configurable. This unit is likely of mid 1980’s vintage based on the other pieces in the house. It will be disassembled for shipping and will require some installation upon delivery. This unit features the rare record holder and record player holder...
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20th Century American George Nelson Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Metal

Alexander Girard & George Nelson Inc. Wall Mounted Vanity, Model 1030
By Alexander Girard, George Nelson
Located in Seattle, WA
An unusual and rare wall mounted vanity from the 1964 Herman Miller accessory line to the CSS storage system. A collaborative design by Alexander Girard...
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1960s North American Mid-Century Modern Vintage George Nelson Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Aluminum

1950s George Nelson Thin Edge Walnut Dressers for Herman Miller
By George Nelson, Herman Miller
Located in Chino Hills, CA
Just in, two matching dressers designed by George Nelson for Herman Miller, c1950s. Sourced from the original owner in the Pacific Palisades of California, these beauties have receiv...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage George Nelson Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Metal

Vintage 3 bay Omni Wall Unit by George Nelson
By George Nelson
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Beautiful 3 bay Omni wall unit by goerge nelson. walnut with floor to ceiling aluminum uprights.
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage George Nelson Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Aluminum

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 Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Rosewood

Tension Pole Free Standing Emerald Gold Aluminum Omni Wall Unit by George Nelson
By Omnibus Design, George Nelson
Located in Chattanooga, TN
These emerald gold aluminum tension poles are hard to find. The color and finish set the tone for this sleek and versatile wall unit. The "Omnibus" or "Omni" shelving system is a m...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage George Nelson Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Aluminum, Metal

Vintage 3 Drawer Dresser by George Nelson for Herman Miller
By Herman Miller, George Nelson
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Walnut 3 drawer dresser with the classic cupcake pulls. This Dresser is part of the Basic Cabinet Series (BCS) designed by George Nelson for Herman Miller.
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage George Nelson Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Walnut

George Nelson for Herman Miller CSS Modular Wall Unit in Walnut & Aluminum
By George Nelson, Herman Miller
Located in Waalwijk, NL
George Nelson for Herman Miller, modular wall unit model 'CSS', walnut, aluminium, glass, United States, 1959 Herman Miller introduced George Nelson’s Comprehensive Storage...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage George Nelson Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Aluminum

George Nelson Nine Drawer Miniature Chest for Herman Miller Mod. 5517 Sideboard
By George Nelson
Located in Argelato, BO
George Nelson (Chicago 1908 - Barrington 1986) Vertical chest of nine drawers from the "Miniature Chests" series. Herman Miller production, design 1952, marketing 1952-1963. White pa...
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1950s Mid-Century Modern Vintage George Nelson Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Aluminum

George Nelson for Herman Miller Rosewood Thin Edge Cabinet/Gentleman's Chest
By George Nelson
Located in Seattle, WA
A rare and unique George Nelson Thin Edge bar cabinet in Rosewood, with built in light box mirror and electric plug, circa 1970s. The cabinet can be used as a vanity table, with five...
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage George Nelson Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Glass, Rosewood, Plywood

George Nelson for Herman Miller Rosewood Thin Edge Series Credenza/Cabinet
By George Nelson, Herman Miller
Located in Seattle, WA
A rare Rosewood Thin Edge credenza/cabinet designed by George Nelson, Produced by Herman Miller in 1950s, with 5 drawers (1 hidden behind the door) and two shelves. Applied foil manu...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage George Nelson Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Metal

George Nelson Thin Edge Secretary Desk Cabinet for Herman Miller
By George Nelson
Located in Lake Worth, FL
1950s original Thin Edge secretary desk cabinet designed by George Nelson for Herman Miller. This early version features the rare black enamel stainless large pulls and tapered wood feet. Cabinet on the right includes an adjustable shelf and 2 drawers. Pull down desk is covered with black leather and features 5 drawers on the left side with original small white porcelain George Nelson drawer pulls...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern George Nelson Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Walnut

Pair of Walnut Dressers, Model 4620, by George Nelson for Herman Miller
By George Nelson, Herman Miller
Located in Dorchester, MA
Designed by George Nelson as model 4620 for Herman Miller's Basic Cabinet Series, this pair of walnut dressers sits on ebonized wood legs. Each...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage George Nelson Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Walnut

George Nelson Steelframe Walnut Chest for Herman Miller
By George Nelson
Located in Cincinnati, OH
An architectural styled Steelframe chest with satin black metal frame, olive green drawer side and back with white laminate top. The face of the drawer is in a well grained walnut wi...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern George Nelson Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Metal

Comprehensive Storage System by George Nelson for Herman Miller
By George Nelson, Herman Miller
Located in Dallas, TX
Early production 'CSS" - Comprehensive Storage System designed by George Nelson for Herman Miller, 1959. This system is in excellent condition with the early Herman Miller lable cons...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern George Nelson Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Aluminum

Pink Roll Top Standing Desk by George Nelson for Herman Miller, 1950s USA
By George Nelson
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Very rare and highly collectible original vintage George Nelson for Herman Miller roll top "Action Desk" refinished in a salmon pink. Early productions of this piece are far more va...
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1950s Canadian Vintage George Nelson Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Metal

George Nelson, Rosewood Jewelry Box, 1950s
By Herman Miller, George Nelson
Located in Wargrave, Berkshire
George Nelson, Rosewood Jewelry cabinet, 1950s In the 1950s, Nelson designed a range of furniture which was produced and retailed by Herman Miller. This is the rare eight drawer j...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage George Nelson Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Metal

George Nelson Thin Edge Group Dresser, Double, Santos Palisander, Herman Miller
By George Nelson, Herman Miller
Located in Brooklyn, NY
George Nelson thin edge double dresser, chest, Santos Palisander, Herman Miller. In 1944, Life magazine published an extensive article...
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Mid-20th Century American Modern George Nelson Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Brass, Stainless Steel

Rare Version of Herman Miller George Nelson Action Office Series Roll Top Desk
By George Nelson
Located in Pasadena, TX
Herman Miller George Nelson George Nelson (1908-1986) was an important modernist whose work cut across the fields of interior, industrial and exhibition design. Nelson studied architecture at Yale University in the 1920s, and in the next two decades earned a strong reputation as a writer on design for Architectural Forum, Interiors and Fortune. Herman Miller George Nelson Action Office...
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1960s North American Mid-Century Modern Vintage George Nelson Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Aluminum

Early George Nelson Eog Executive Desk with Return for Herman Miller, 1950s
By Herman Miller, George Nelson
Located in Culver City, CA
Available right now we have this absolutely stunning Mid-Century Modern desk designed by George Nelson for Herman Miller. The Executive Office Group, NO 8000 Series...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage George Nelson Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Birch, Walnut

George Nelson for Herman Miller BCS Basic Two Shelf Walnut Veneer Bookshelf
By George Nelson, Herman Miller
Located in Queens, NY
American Mid-Century walnut veneer bookcase with two shelves in a rectangular cabinet, resting on four tapered wooden legs. (BCS BASICS CABINET SERIES, GEORGE NELSON FOR HERMAN MILLE...
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern George Nelson Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Walnut

George Nelson for Herman Miller CSS Unit
By George Nelson
Located in Palm Springs, CA
The George Nelson CSS Unit, is a stylish and functional addition to the renowned Herman Miller furniture collection. Designed by the visionary George Nelson, this CSS unit seamlessly combines form and function to elevate any modern workspace or living area. This unit was acquired out of a beautiful Palm Springs estate last year. We finally assembled it in our gallery. There is one additional shelve not pictured. Totally configurable. This unit is likely of mid 1980’s vintage based on the other pieces in the house. It will be disassembled for shipping and will require some installation upon delivery. This unit features the rare record holder and record player holder...
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20th Century American George Nelson Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Metal

George Nelson For Herman Miller Desk And Credenza
By George Nelson
Located in Pasadena, TX
A mid century modern desk and credenza designed by George Nelson and made by Herman Miller. The walnut credenza with multiple drawers and compartments for storage. The desk with wa...
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1960s American Vintage George Nelson Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Laminate, Walnut

George Nelson for Herman Miller Mid Century Walnut Desk with Return
By Herman Miller, George Nelson
Located in Countryside, IL
George Nelson for Herman Miller Mid Century Walnut Desk with Return This desk measures: 65 wide x 84.5 deep x 29 high, with a chair clearance of 27.75 inches All pieces of furnitur...
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage George Nelson Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Metal

George Nelson 5 Drawer Dresser with Sculptural Pulls by Herman Miller #4610
By George Nelson
Located in Cincinnati, OH
A dark brownish ebony finished five drawer dresser with brushed stainless sculptural pulls . The top and middle drawers contain dividers and plenty of ...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern George Nelson Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Stainless Steel

Herman Miller Typewriter Desk Return by George Nelson
By Herman Miller, George Nelson
Located in Oklahoma City, OK
Introducing the iconic Herman Miller typewriter desk return, a testament to the visionary design of George Nelson. This exceptional piece seamlessly combin...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage George Nelson Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Metal

George Nelson - Omni System - Shelving or Wall Unit Walnut Cabinet Only - Parts
By George Nelson
Located in St. Louis, MO
Mid-Century Modern 1960s George Nelson designed for Omni Systems, this is part for a wall unit, A Drop Leaf Desk, no hardware. Part # 6405314. I need to co...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage George Nelson Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Walnut

George Nelson Rosewood Thin Edge Dresser for Herman Miller
By George Nelson, Herman Miller
Located in San Francisco, CA
George Nelson Thin Edge Group eight drawer dresser for Herman Miller. Made with high quality construction and detail in Brazilian rosewood and oak with drawer dividers to help with ...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage George Nelson Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Aluminum

Rare 3 bay wall unit Georges Nelson CSS Shelf Palisander
By George Nelson
Located in London, GB
Georges Nelson Css shelving unit in Palissander Inc 6 shelfs ( 3 wide 3 narrow) 1 desk, 1 glass cabinet, 1 double door Signed ...
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1970s American Vintage George Nelson Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Bamboo

George Nelson for Herman Miller Steelframe Dressers with Walnut - Pair
By George Nelson, Herman Miller
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Pair of Steel Frame dressers, designed by George Nelson for Herman Miller. A minimalist philosophy inspired Nelson's design: steel frames offer visual interest, while also eliminatin...
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1950s Mid-Century Modern Vintage George Nelson Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Steel

George Nelson Rosewood Thin Edge Dressers
By George Nelson
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Thin edge dressers by George Nelson for Herman Miller Porcelain handles and metal legs. Dressers have been refinished.  
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1950s American Vintage George Nelson Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Aluminum

George Nelson Basic Series Dresser for Herman Miller in white and walnut.
By George Nelson
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautiful White and Walnut Chest of Drawers by George Nelson for Herman Miller. This dresser is from the Basic series with its iconic black lacquer wood legs, beautiful walnut case a...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage George Nelson Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Metal

George Nelson Rosewood Thin Edge Dresser for Herman Miller
By George Nelson, Herman Miller
Located in San Francisco, CA
George Nelson rosewood Thin Edge chest or dresser for Herman Miller, U.S.A. Exceptional rosewood grain patterns throughout just ...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage George Nelson Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Aluminum

George Nelson for Herman Miller Mid Century Desk with Return
By George Nelson, Herman Miller
Located in Countryside, IL
George Nelson for Herman Miller Mid Century Desk with Return This desk measures: 80.75 wide x 18.5 deep x 45 high The return measures: 59 wide x 29.5 deep x 29 inches high, with a c...
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage George Nelson Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Chrome

George Nelson Steel Frame Chest of Drawers, Herman Miller
By Herman Miller, George Nelson
Located in Raleigh, NC
An all original George Nelson small dresser. In good vintage condition with sign of age and use. Minor chipping of painted drawer fronts, loss of paint, oxidation to frame. Herma...
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern George Nelson Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Steel

Rare 3 bay wall unit Georges Nelson CSS Shelf Palisander
By George Nelson
Located in London, GB
Georges Nelson Css shelving unit in Palissander Inc 6 shelfs ( 3 wide 3 narrow) 1 desk, 1 glass cabinet, 1 double door Signed ...
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1970s American Vintage George Nelson Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Bamboo

George Nelson for Herman Miller Rosewood Thin Edge Series Credenza/Cabinet
By George Nelson, Herman Miller
Located in Seattle, WA
A rare Rosewood Thin Edge credenza/cabinet designed by George Nelson, Produced by Herman Miller in 1950s, with 5 drawers (1 hidden behind the door) and two shelves. Applied foil manu...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage George Nelson Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Metal

George Nelson for Herman Miller Low Walnut Credenza
By George Nelson
Located in Denton, TX
Rare Glass sliding doors on a walnut display cabinet with adjustable shelves. Chrome legs with original Domes of silence glides. The Herman Miller badge is missing, please see pictur...
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20th Century North American Mid-Century Modern George Nelson Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Chrome

1950s George Nelson No. 4000 Series Three Drawer Steel Frame Dresser
By Herman Miller, George Nelson
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is a Steel Frame No 4000 Series Dresser, initially designed by George Nelson for Herman Miller in 1954. Its model number is 4013. It features a frame of white powder-coated bent...
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1950s American Modern Vintage George Nelson Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Steel, Iron

Credenza / Cabinet in Oak by George Nelson for Herman Miller, USA, c. 1950's
By George Nelson
Located in Deland, FL
Embrace the iconic mid-century modern style with this exquisite credenza designed by George Nelson for Herman Miller, part of the esteemed Basic Cabinet Series, crafted in the USA circa 1950s. Constructed from comb grain oak, this piece stands out with its original black painted tapered legs, a unique feature of Nelson's designs. The front-facing cabinet boasts two doors with curved steel cabinet...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage George Nelson Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Steel

1950s George Nelson No. 4000 Series Steel Frame Cabinet, Model 4033
By George Nelson, Herman Miller
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is a Steelframe No. 4000 Series Cabinet, initially designed by George Nelson for Herman Miller in 1950. Its model number is 4033. It features a frame of white powder-coated bent...
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1950s American Modern Vintage George Nelson Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Steel, Iron

George Nelson Herman Miller Miniature Chest # 5215
By George Nelson
Located in St.Petersburg, FL
Unusual version of the George Nelson miniature/jewelry chest #5215. This one features the white formica on the bottom of the case not the top as is more typical. Teak wood constructi...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage George Nelson Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

George Nelson & Alexander Girard Wall Mounted Cabinet, 1964
By George Nelson
Located in Coronado, CA
An extremely uncommon wall-mounted cabinet designed collaboratively by George Nelson and Alexander Girard in 1964 as part of the Herman Miller accessory line. The cabinet features tw...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage George Nelson Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Laminate, Walnut, Paint

George Nelson Desk for Herman Miller
By Herman Miller, George Nelson
Located in San Mateo, CA
Double pedestal desk by Herman Miller. This desk was probably a custom order. There are three wide drawers and three small drawers. The top small drawer has a sliding pencil...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage George Nelson Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Chrome

George Nelson Steel Frame Chest of Drawers, Herman Miller
By Herman Miller, George Nelson
Located in Raleigh, NC
An all original George Nelson small dresser. In good vintage condition with sign of age and use. Minor chipping of painted drawer fronts, loss of paint, oxidation to frame. Herma...
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern George Nelson Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

Materials

Steel

Two "Thin Edge" Chest by George Nelson
By George Nelson, Herman Miller
Located in Denton, TX
"Thin Edge" chest of drawers by George Nelson for Herman Miller. These make nice nightstands Measures: cabinet 1. 19.5" deep by 34" wide by 33.25" high cabinet 2. 19.5" Deep by 24...
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern George Nelson Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Aluminum

George Nelson case pieces and storage cabinets for sale on 1stDibs.

George Nelson case pieces and storage cabinets 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 case pieces and storage cabinets, although brown editions of this piece are particularly popular. Many of the original case pieces and storage cabinets 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 case pieces and storage cabinets by Herman Miller, Edward Wormley, and Dunbar. Prices for George Nelson case pieces and storage cabinets can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these items begin at $1,260 and can go as high as $22,500, while a piece like these, on average, fetch $5,998.
Questions About George Nelson Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
  • 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 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 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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