Basic Cabinet Series

George Nelson for Herman Miller Twin Headboards w Hidden Storage, 1950s, Signed

$2,240Sale Price / set|20% Off

George Nelson for Herman Miller Twin Headboards w Hidden Storage, 1950s, Signed

By Herman Miller, George Nelson

Located in Los Angeles, CA

An early-production pair of twin headboards designed by George Nelson for Herman Miller, featuring a clever hidden storage compartment that opens to reveal an internal storage with s...

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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Beds and Bed Frames

Materials

Fabric, Walnut

Vintage BCS Bookcases in Walnut by George Nelson for Herman Miller

$4,500 / set

Vintage BCS Bookcases in Walnut by George Nelson for Herman Miller

By Herman Miller, George Nelson

Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL

a pair of vintage bookcases (or nightstands) in walnut with slide-out shelves and signature aluminum hairpin legs designed by George Nelson for Herman Miller. Foil labels affixed to ...

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

Materials

Aluminum

George Nelson for Herman Miller Twin Headboards w Hidden Storage, 1950s, Signed

$1,710Sale Price / set|28% Off

George Nelson for Herman Miller Twin Headboards w Hidden Storage, 1950s, Signed

By George Nelson, Herman Miller

Located in Los Angeles, CA

An early-production pair of twin headboards designed by George Nelson for Herman Miller, featuring a clever hidden storage compartment that opens to reveal an internal storage with s...

Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Beds and Bed Frames

Materials

Walnut, Fabric

Pair George Nelson Herman Miller 5-Drawer Chests + Door Primavera Basic Series

$6,800 / set

Pair George Nelson Herman Miller 5-Drawer Chests + Door Primavera Basic Series

By George Nelson, Herman Miller

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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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Wood, Mahogany

Vintage 3 Drawer Dresser by George Nelson for Herman Miller

$1,890

Vintage 3 Drawer Dresser by George Nelson for Herman Miller

By George Nelson, Herman Miller

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.

Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Dressers

Materials

Walnut

George Nelson for Herman Miller 'Primavera' Nightstands, c. 1955, Signed

$4,500Sale Price / set|27% Off

George Nelson for Herman Miller 'Primavera' Nightstands, c. 1955, Signed

By Herman Miller, George Nelson

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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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Night Stands

Materials

Wood

George Nelson for Herman Miller Mid Century Modern Chest of Drawers 1955 Maple

$3,500

George Nelson for Herman Miller Mid Century Modern Chest of Drawers 1955 Maple

By George Nelson

Located in Dallas, TX

A stunning example of mid-century modern craftsmanship, this George Nelson three-drawer cabinet from the Basic Cabinet Series embodies timeless elegance. Designed in the 1950s, it sh...

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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Birch, Lacquer

George Nelson for Herman Miller Basic Series Walnut Two Door Cabinet - Pair

$6,495

George Nelson for Herman Miller Basic Series Walnut Two Door Cabinet - Pair

By George Nelson, Herman Miller

Located in Franklin Park, IL

George Nelson for Herman Miller Mid Century Basic Series Walnut Two Door Cabinet - Pair Each cabinet measures: 40 wide x 18.5 deep x 39.75 inches high All pieces of furniture can b...

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Cabinets

Materials

Walnut

George Nelson for Herman Miller 'Basic Cabinet Series' Dresser, c. 1955, Signed

$3,000Sale Price|28% Off

George Nelson for Herman Miller 'Basic Cabinet Series' Dresser, c. 1955, Signed

By George Nelson

Located in Los Angeles, CA

This fantastic chest of drawers was designed by George Nelson for Herman Miller, part of the 'Basic Cabinet Series' and also called 'Primavera', t...

Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Wood

Pair American Modernist Walnut Nightstands George Nelson for Herman Miller 1955

$4,995 / set

Pair American Modernist Walnut Nightstands George Nelson for Herman Miller 1955

By Herman Miller, George Nelson

Located in Portland, OR

A good pair of original American Modernist nightstands/bookshelves by George Nelson (1908-1986) for Herman Miller, circa 1955. The Basic Cabinet Series was first introduced in the la...

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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Night Stands

Materials

Teak

Rare Pair George Nelson Primavera Bachelor Chest Cabinet Mid-Century X Pulls

$7,800Sale Price / set|20% Off

Rare Pair George Nelson Primavera Bachelor Chest Cabinet Mid-Century X Pulls

By George Nelson

Located in Pemberton, NJ

Remarkably iconic and rare pair of walnut bachelors chests designed by George Nelson for the Herman Miller, Primavera line, circa 1950s. We love that these are the same size but hav...

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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Cabinets

Materials

Metal

Nightstand by Gilbert Rohde for Herman Miller

$1,925

H 25 in W 18 in D 12 in

Nightstand by Gilbert Rohde for Herman Miller

By Gilbert Rohde, Herman Miller

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Modern nightstand by Gilbert Rohde for Herman Miller circa 1930s. Featuring a recessed top, two shelves, and a black drawer. Fully ma...

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Vintage 1930s American Modern Night Stands

Materials

Walnut

George Nelson Herman Miller Thin Profile Cabinet

$3,950

H 29.63 in W 34 in D 12 in

George Nelson Herman Miller Thin Profile Cabinet

By George Nelson, Herman Miller

Located in Chicago, IL

George Nelson Herman Miller Thin Profile Cabinet. Uncommon little cabinet that does not take up much space. Please request additional photos and condition report. Some light wear. ...

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Cabinets

Materials

Wood

George Nelson Desk for Herman Miller

$1,600Sale Price|50% Off

H 29.5 in W 72 in D 30 in

George Nelson Desk for Herman Miller

By George Nelson, Herman Miller

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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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Desks

Materials

Chrome

1950s Rococo Style Headboard

$6,450

H 55 in W 60 in D 1 in

1950s Rococo Style Headboard

Located in New York, NY

1950s Rococo style headboard that is gold painted metal finish. Has a wonderful decorative pattern. Overall measures: 55 H x 60 W. From hole to ...

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Vintage 1950s American Rococo Beds and Bed Frames

Materials

Metal

Steel Frame Dresser By George Nelson For Herman Miller / Classic Modernist

$2,330

H 28.5 in W 33.5 in D 17 in

Steel Frame Dresser By George Nelson For Herman Miller / Classic Modernist

By George Nelson, Herman Miller

Located in Buffalo, NY

Classic Mid-Century Modern Steel Frame dresser 'model 4016' were designed by American designer George Nelson circa 1955 and produced by Herman Miller. white laminate tops that were ...

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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Metal, Chrome

Expertly Restored- George Nelson Multi-Color Lacquered Dresser for Herman Miller

$3,895

H 39.75 in W 24 in D 18.5 in

Expertly Restored- George Nelson Multi-Color Lacquered Dresser for Herman Miller

By George Nelson, Herman Miller

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Materials: Walnut-Stained Primavera Wood, Satin-Lacquered Painted Wood, Brass Handles ________________________________________ Transforming a piece of Mid-Century Modern furniture i...

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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Dressers

Materials

Brass

George Nelson Black Enameled Mahogany 4 Drawer Dresser, 1950's

$2,500

H 30 in W 34.75 in D 18.5 in

George Nelson Black Enameled Mahogany 4 Drawer Dresser, 1950's

By George Nelson, Herman Miller

Located in Bainbridge, NY

George Nelson for Herman Miller "Basic Series" Four Drawer Black Dresser, circa 1955. Featuring a rectangular paneled Mahogany Cabinet, Dresser, four drawers, circular Lucite handles...

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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Dressers

Materials

Mahogany, Lucite

George Nelson Thin Edge Floating Queen Headboard for Herman Miller

$1,000Sale Price|20% Off

H 165 in W 59 in D 3 in

George Nelson Thin Edge Floating Queen Headboard for Herman Miller

By Herman Miller, George Nelson

Located in San Diego, CA

Cool nice floating headboard designed by Nelson for Herman Miller , easy to hang on the wall simple elegant design great original condition.

Category

20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Beds and Bed Frames

Materials

Rattan, Wood

George Nelson for Herman Miller 'Basic Cabinet Series' Dresser, c. 1955, Signed

$3,000Sale Price|28% Off

H 29.5 in W 34 in D 18.5 in

George Nelson for Herman Miller 'Basic Cabinet Series' Dresser, c. 1955, Signed

By George Nelson

Located in Los Angeles, CA

This fantastic chest of drawers was designed by George Nelson for Herman Miller, part of the 'Basic Cabinet Series' and also called 'Primavera', t...

Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Wood

George Nelson for Herman Miller Mid Century Modern Chest of Drawers 1955 Maple

$3,500

H 29.75 in W 34 in D 18.5 in

George Nelson for Herman Miller Mid Century Modern Chest of Drawers 1955 Maple

By George Nelson

Located in Dallas, TX

A stunning example of mid-century modern craftsmanship, this George Nelson three-drawer cabinet from the Basic Cabinet Series embodies timeless elegance. Designed in the 1950s, it sh...

Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Birch, Lacquer

Mid century birch dresser credenza by George Nelson Herman miller

$2,880Sale Price|20% Off

H 30 in W 57 in D 18 in

Mid century birch dresser credenza by George Nelson Herman miller

By Herman Miller, George Nelson

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Mid century George Nelson for Herman Miller Primavera dresser or credenza. Has left side cabinet door and Four drawers with curved nickel metal pulls. Has drawer dividers and left si...

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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Dressers

Materials

Nickel

1950s George Nelson Herman Miller Primavera Two Tone Four Drawer Dresser Cabinet

$3,250

H 29 in W 18.5 in D 34 in

1950s George Nelson Herman Miller Primavera Two Tone Four Drawer Dresser Cabinet

By George Nelson, Herman Miller

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Listed for sale is a George Nelson for Herman Miller 2-tone dresser with 4 drawers. This example has a matching 4-drawer, 1-door dresser/credenz...

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Vintage 1950s American Modern Dressers

Materials

Metal

Previously Available Items

George Nelson For Herman Miller Walnut Gentlemans Chest With Shelves

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H 39.5 in W 40 in D 18.5 in

George Nelson For Herman Miller Walnut Gentlemans Chest With Shelves

By George Nelson, Herman Miller

Located in Brooklyn, NY

This iconic George Nelson for Herman Miller Gentlemans chest was designed in the mid 1940s and features a striking burnt orange laquer finish on the front paired with dark walnut sur...

Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Cabinets

Materials

Aluminum

George Nelson For Herman Miller Basic Cabinet Series Dresser Cabinet

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H 40 in W 40 in D 18.5 in

George Nelson For Herman Miller Basic Cabinet Series Dresser Cabinet

By George Nelson, Herman Miller

Located in Brooklyn, NY

This streamlined Mid-Century Modern two-door, high boy dresser cabinet is by George Nelson for Herman Miller. Nelson designed a collection in the 1940s for Herman Miller which he cal...

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dressers

Materials

Aluminum

Mid-Century Modern Walnut Dresser Credenza By George Nelson For Herman Miller

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H 29.75 in W 56.25 in D 18.5 in

Mid-Century Modern Walnut Dresser Credenza By George Nelson For Herman Miller

By George Nelson, Herman Miller

Located in Brooklyn, NY

This Mid-Century walnut dresser credenza was designed by George Nelson circa 1954 as part of his Basic Cabinet Series (BCS) that was designed for and manufactured by Herman Miller. ...

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dressers

Materials

Metal

Vintage Mid Century 4601 Cabinet by George Nelson for Herman Miller

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H 30 in W 34 in D 18.5 in

Vintage Mid Century 4601 Cabinet by George Nelson for Herman Miller

By George Nelson, Herman Miller, Evelyn Ackerman

Located in Oxnard, CA

Here is a lovely model 4601 cabinet in walnut by George Nelson for Herman Miller. Part of the "Basic Cabinet Series", this piece features a simple two door design with adjustable in...

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Cabinets

Materials

Walnut

A Classic Pair of George Nelson Night Stands Herman Miller Basic Series 1950's

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H 24 in W 18 in D 19 in

A Classic Pair of George Nelson Night Stands Herman Miller Basic Series 1950's

By Herman Miller, George Nelson

Located in Buffalo, NY

A Classic Pair of George Nelson Night Stands Herman Miller Basic Series 1950's.. Great design,,One door and one drawer, Amazing interior shelf cubbies.. Classic aluminum "J" hand-pul...

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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Night Stands

Materials

Aluminum

Pair Mid Century Modern Walnut Dressers Chests George Nelson Herman Miller 1955

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H 39.75 in W 40 in D 19.75 in

Pair Mid Century Modern Walnut Dressers Chests George Nelson Herman Miller 1955

By George Nelson, Herman Miller

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 ...

Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Walnut

Restored Pair George Nelson for Herman Miller Primavera Basic Series Nightstands

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H 24 in W 18.5 in D 18 in

Restored Pair George Nelson for Herman Miller Primavera Basic Series Nightstands

By George Nelson, Herman Miller

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Rare pair of nightstands or end tables made by Herman Miller in the early 1950s and designed by American design icon George Nelson. Each nightstand features primavera construction, a...

Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Night Stands

Materials

Wood, Mahogany

Pair of George Nelson for Herman Miller 5-Drawer Chests Primavera Basic Series

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H 40 in W 40 in D 18.5 in

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...

Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Wood, Mahogany

MCM George Nelson for Herman Miller Chest of drawers

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H 40 in W 40 in D 18 in

MCM George Nelson for Herman Miller Chest of drawers

By George Nelson

Located in Sayreville, NJ

George Nelson for Herman Miller 1958 basic series Outstanding piece of MCM design with simple yet subtle features such as solid black feet, zig zag chrome pulls, and excellent woo...

Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Dressers

Materials

Walnut

Vintage Walnut George Nelson 5 Drawer Dresser for Herman Miller

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H 39.5 in W 40 in D 18 in

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...

Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Dressers

Materials

Walnut

George Nelson Herman Miller BCS Mid Century Cabinets

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H 27 in W 58 in D 18.5 in

George Nelson Herman Miller BCS Mid Century Cabinets

By George Nelson, Herman Miller

Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL

Pair of Rare Mid Century Modern Cabinets by George Nelson and Herman Miller, for their BCS Series. Bigger one measures 34wide and Smaller one 24wide.

Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Wood

George Nelson Basic Series Dresser for Herman Miller

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H 41 in W 40.25 in D 18.5 in

George Nelson Basic Series Dresser for Herman Miller

By George Nelson

Located in San Diego, CA

Beautiful Congo Green Chest of Drawers by George Nelson for Herman Miller. This dresser is from the basic series with its iconic black lacquer wood legs, beautiful mahogany case and ...

Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Dressers

Materials

Metal

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$5,446

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By George Nelson

Materials

Metal, Animal Skin, Leather, Chrome, Fiberglass, Plastic, Steel

Styles

Mid Century Modern

George Nelson (1908–86) attributed many of his design breakthroughs to creative “zaps.” He described such moments as “when the solitary individual finds he is connected with a reality he never dreamed of.” The Coconut lounge chair can certainly be traced back to one such “zap.”The inspiration for the piece — which evolved from an idea presented by George Mulhauser, a designer who worked at Nelson’s Manhattan studio, George Nelson Associates, Inc., and is now credited with the concept — was as...

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