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Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets For Sale
Creator: George Nelson
Creator: Ste. Marie and Laurent
George Nelson Rosewood Thin Edge Dresser for 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 Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Aluminum
George Nelson for Herman Miller Mid Century Drop Side Desk
Located in Countryside, IL
George Nelson for Herman Miller Mid Century Drop Side Desk
This desk measures: 40 wide x 24 deep x 28.75 inches high, with a chair clearance of 27.75 i...
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Metal
George Nelson for Herman Miller Mid Century Walnut Corner Executive Desk
Located in Countryside, IL
George Nelson for Herman Miller Mid Century Walnut Corner Executive Desk
This desk measures: 60 wide x 30 deep x 29.75 high, with a chair cleara...
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Metal, Chrome
George Nelson Rosewood Thin Edge Dresser for Herman Miller
Located in San Francisco, CA
George Nelson design "Thin Edge" dresser for Herman Miller Model 5221, U.S.A. Eight drawers that graduate in size from top to bottom and operate effortlessly. Polished aluminum spinn...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Aluminum
George Nelson Rosewood Thin Edge Dresser for Herman Miller
Located in San Francisco, CA
George Nelson design rosewood "Thin Edge" chest or dresser for Herman Miller, U.S.A. Exceptional rosewood grain patterns throughout the case and drawer fronts with new spinning top a...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Aluminum
Two "Thin Edge" Chest by George Nelson
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 Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Aluminum
Pair of George Nelson for Herman Miller Chest of Drawers
Located in London, GB
Made in the United States in middle of the 20th century, this pair of chests are a design classic by George Nelson for Herman Miller.
One has three drawers and the other four - ple...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Metal
George Nelson Mid Century Rosewood Thin Edge 5 Drawer Chest
Located in Countryside, IL
George Nelson Mid Century Rosewood Thin Edge 5 Drawer Chest
This chest of drawers measures: 39.75 wide x 18.5 deep x 40.5 inches high
All pieces of furniture can be had in what we ...
Category
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Metal, Chrome
George Nelson Mid Century Rosewood Thin Edge 5 Drawer Chest
Located in Countryside, IL
George Nelson Mid Century Rosewood Thin Edge 5 Drawer Chest
This chest of drawers measures: 39.75 wide x 18.5 deep x 40.5 inches high
All pieces of furniture can be had in what we ...
Category
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Metal, Chrome
Mid-Century Pair Walnut Two Door Cabinet George Nelson Herman Miller
Located in Baltimore, MD
Remarkably Iconic rare pair of double door cabinets designed by George Nelson for the Herman Miller, Primavera line circa 1950s. Iconic pi...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Metal
George Nelson Mid Century Rosewood Thin Edge 5 Drawer Chest – Pair
Located in Countryside, IL
George Nelson Mid Century Rosewood Thin Edge 5 Drawer Chest – Pair
Each chest of drawers measures: 39.75 wide x 18.5 deep x 40.5 inches high
All pi...
Category
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Metal, Chrome
Vintage Herman Miller Executive Credenza by George Nelson - 1 File Drawer
Located in Chicago, IL
Vintage Herman Miller Executive credenza by George Nelson
We have a pair of these (found together) listed separately. These appear to be ups...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Wood
Thin Edge Walnut Dresser with Cabinet by George Nelson for 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 Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Aluminum
George Nelson for Herman Miller CSS Unit
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 Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Metal
1950s George Nelson Thin Edge Walnut Dressers for 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 Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Metal
Early George Nelson Eog Executive Desk with Return for Herman Miller, 1950s
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 Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Birch, Walnut
1970s Mid-Century George Nelson Herman Miller "Action Office" Rolltop Desk Exec.
Located in Basel, BS
Very Rare and highly collectible original vintage George Nelson for Herman Miller rolltop "Action Desk". These early productions of these Herman Miller products hold more value than the more modern productions. This desk is beautiful from all angles. It is a brutalist, post modern, collectible work of art.
Measures: Height: 34 inches
Width: 54 inches
Depth: 30 inches.
Note: We do have the Herman Miller Aluminum Group desk chair...
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Metal, Aluminum, Chrome
George Nelson for Herman Miller 5 Drawer Mid-Century Modern Dresser, circa 1950s
Located in Denville, NJ
Highboy dresser by George Nelson for Herman Miller, c.1950’s. This five-drawer dresser features a walnut frame with sculpted original chrome plated metal pulls. Top drawer features s...
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1950s North American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Walnut
Thin Line Dresser in Rosewood by George Nelson for Herman Miller
Located in Westport, CT
The exquisite Thin Line Rosewood Dresser by George Nelson for Herman Miller, meticulously restored to its original splendor by Stamford Modern. Crafted with timeless elegance, this m...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Aluminum
George Nelson Rosewood Thin Edge Dresser for Herman Miller
Located in Los Angeles, CA
An eight-drawer double dresser from George Nelson’s Thin Edge collection for Herman Miller. Design features the slender rosewood case for which the series was named and a double stac...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Aluminum
George Nelson for Herman Miller Rosewood Thin Edge Group Dresser
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Spectacular rosewood Thin Edge collection model 5221 eight-drawer dresser, designed by George Nelson for Herman Miller. Drawer fronts show off gorgeous figured rosewood selection, fi...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Rosewood
Midcentury George Nelson Three Drawer Cabinet for Herman Miller
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
Gorgeous BCS chest of drawers in original brown ash designed by George Nelson for Herman Miller. This is a very early version with plated metal pulls not aluminum and unusual finished back. This versatile unit is a perfect small dresser, nightstand, or end table.
George Nelson, Alexander Girard, and Charles and Ray Eames headed the Herman Miller department for many ground breaking...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Walnut
George Nelson for Herman Miller Walnut Chest of Drawers
Located in Dallas, TX
This is a 4 drawer chest in walnut with cast metal pulls, black lacquered angular legs and cast aluminum finger pulls. Top drawer has removable dividers. Designed by George Nelson for Herman Miller, manufactured in Michigan...
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Aluminum
George Nelson Herman Miller Rosewood Thin Edge Eight Drawer Dresser
Located in Ferndale, MI
Beautifully grained Rosewood cabinet with two rows of four drawers. Early style turned aluminum pulls on each drawer. Cabinet standing on for turned aluminum legs. This is a classic ...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Aluminum
Vintage Herman Miller Executive Credenza by George Nelson - 4 File Drawers
Located in Chicago, IL
Vintage Herman Miller Executive Credenza by George Nelson
We have a pair of these (found together) listed separately. These appear to be ups...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Wood
Ste. Marie & Laurent Burl Wood and Chrome Credenza
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Ste. Marie & Laurent credenza with black leather top, deep file drawer, three pencil drawers and center storage cabinet, cantilevered onto a polished chrome base. Please confirm item...
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Mid-20th Century Canadian Mid-Century Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Metal, Chrome
George Nelson Rosewood Thin Edge Cabinet
Located in Dallas, TX
A rosewood thin edge cabinet / bookshelf designed by George Nelson for Herman Miller.
Category
1950s Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Rosewood
George Nelson Rosewood Thin edge Dresser
Located in Dallas, TX
A rosewood thin edge chest designed by George Nelson for Herman Miller.
Category
1950s Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Rosewood
Pair George Nelson Thin Edge Rosewood Chests
Located in New York, NY
Pair of George Nelson thin edge chests or nightstands. The items are rosewood veneer with four pull-out drawers and metal legs.
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1950s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Metal
George Nelson Rosewood Thin Edge Dresser for 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 Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Aluminum
George Nelson Steel Frame Cabinet
Located in Philadelphia, PA
George Nelson steel frame cabinet. One walnut front drawer on top and 2 Yellow Sliding doors. Steel Frame and drawer fronts all refin...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Iron
George Nelson Rosewood Thin Edge Dresser
Located in San Francisco, CA
George Nelson design rosewood thin edge tall chest for Herman Miller. Featuring five drawers, two with fitted dividers on aluminum legs and original...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Aluminum
George Nelson for Herman Miller Chest in Walnut with Shelving
Located in Dallas, TX
This is a rare 3 drawer chest with shelving compartment. Walnut with cast metal pulls that we have painted black, with black lacquered angular legs. Designed by George Nelson for Herman Miller, manufactured in Michigan...
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Aluminum
Mid-century George Nelson Secretary Dresser and desk for Herman Miller, 1960's
Located in Chicago, IL
George Nelson Secretary for Herman Miller, 1960's
Walnut
Herman Miller tag on inside of drawer.
5 drawers and a pull-down desktop.
Measures: ...
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1960s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Walnut, Plywood
George Nelson Thin Edge Server in Walnut for Herman Miller, 1950s
Located in Dallas, TX
Early George Nelson designed, thin-edge server in walnut with black and silver hourglass hardware and turned aluminum hourglass legs.
Retains the early George Nelson Medallion Lab...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Aluminum
rare bookcase designed "css" model by george nelson for herman miller 1060
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 Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Aluminum
Five Drawer Tall Chest & Two Door Cabinet Server by George Nelson for Herman
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 Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Wood
Outstanding Early George Nelson C S S, , 4-Bay Wall System, Herman Miller
Located in Buffalo, NY
Outstanding and Early George Nelson C S S (comprehensive storage system) ,,manufactured by Herman Miller..4 bAYS consisting of 10 Shelves,...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Aluminum, Steel
George Nelson for Herman Miller Swag Leg Desk Model 5850
Located in New York, NY
George Nelson for Herman Miller swag leg desk. The frame of the desk is walnut. Has colorful storage compartments, a white laminated top an...
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1950s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Chrome
Pair Teak George Nelson Thin Edge Night Stands / Chests. Expertly Restored.
Located in Kansas City, MO
Pair of George Nelson & Associates for Herman Miller Thin Edge cabinets model 4701. Teak cases with anodized aluminum pulls and cast aluminum legs. Each cabinet features four drawers...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Aluminum
George Nelson Credenza or Chest
Located in Atlanta, GA
Clean lined Mid-Century Modern credenza or chest, designed by George Nelson for Herman Miller, American. circa 1950s. This piece is a versatile size and can be used as a credenza, ba...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Metal
George Nelson for Herman Miller Walnut Chest of Drawers, 1950s
Located in South Bend, IN
An exceptional mid-century modern five-drawer dresser chest
By George Nelson for Herman Miller, "Basic Cabinet ...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Aluminum
George Nelson for Herman Miller Platform Bench with Four Drawer Chest
Located in Chicago, IL
George Nelson for Herman Miller Platform bench with four drawer chest. 4690 Platform bench 68" in lenght painted black bench. and 4701 Four rawer chest with wire pulls. The case, not connected, can be moved to desired position on bench.
Case is the same depth as bench 18...
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1940s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Oak
George Nelson Chest or End Table or Night Stand
Located in Atlanta, GA
Clean lined mid century modern chest, designed by George Nelson for Herman Miller, American. circa 1950s. This piece is a versatile size and can be used as a small chest, end table, ...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Metal
Pair of George Nelson Asymmetric Cases
Located in Chicago, IL
George Nelson was an iconic designer who collaborated with Herman Miller to create some of the most innovative and sought-after furniture designs of the mid-20th century. Among his m...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Aluminum, Silver
George Nelson Steel Frame Cabinets for Herman Miller
Located in Los Angeles, CA
First year production George Nelson Steel Frame Case series cabinet.
Sky blue sides and facade available with either the white steel frame/black linoleum top configuration or the b...
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Steel
Vintage 1949 Mid-Century Modern Custom L-Shaped Office Desk by 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 Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Aluminum
Rare Version of Herman Miller George Nelson Action Office Series Roll Top Desk
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 Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Aluminum
George Nelson for Herman Miller Rosewood Thin Edge Group Dresser
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Spectacular rosewood Thin Edge collection model 5221 eight-drawer dresser, designed by George Nelson for Herman Miller. Drawer fronts show off gorgeous figured rosewood selection, fi...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Rosewood
1950s George Nelson Herman Miller Classic Walnut Dresser Cabinet
Located in Chula Vista, CA
1950s MCM Iconic Furniture Piece Walnut Cabinet Dresser classic sculptural aluminum pulls. (Very unusual to find these oversized pulls).
Designed by Ge...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Aluminum
Wall Unit by George Nelson for Mobilier International, 1960s
Located in Lasne, BE
Wall unit composed of 5 boxes, 2 glass boards, 4 aluminum posts adjustable in height: Min: 258cm Max: 265cm and 4 wooden boards. Wear due to time and age...
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1960s Central American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Metal, Aluminum
Teak Thin Edge Double Dresser with Vanity by George Nelson for Herman Miller
Located in Dorchester, MA
Part of the Thin Edge series that George Nelson designed for Herman Miller in the 1950s, this wonderful set comprises two dressers in a tawny walnut on either side of a suspended van...
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1950s North American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Porcelain, Teak
Midcentury George Nelson Gentlemens Secretary Chest
Located in Pasadena, TX
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.
In 1945 Nelson began a long association with the Herman Miller Furniture Company of Zeeland, Michigan, where as head designer he developed an innovative line of furniture and commissioned new designs from others. His first commission was Isamu Noguchi`s biomorphic glass-topped coffee table, which began production in 1947, the first of many designs that the sculptor would create for Herman Miller in the late Forties. Nelson also was responsible for bringing the designs of Charles Eames to Herman Miller, and he collaborated with R. Buckminster Fuller on a number of projects.
Among Nelson`s own creations are classic works of 1950s design, including the bubble lamp, ball clock, marshmallow sofa and the pole-supported wall-storage system. Nelson also designed numerous exhibitions, including the 1959 American National Exhibition in Moscow, and the Chrysler Corporation display at the 1964 New York World`s Fair.
Vintage midcentury George Nelson walnut secretary
1960s
A great example of early George Nelson design. Secretary desk and dresser...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Walnut
George Nelson For Herman Miller Desk And Credenza
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...
Category
1960s American Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Laminate, Walnut
Mid-Century Modern George Nelson Herman Miller 5 Drawer Chest Dresser Restored
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Mid-Century Modern George Nelson Herman Miller 5 drawer chest dresser restored.
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Walnut
Four Drawer Thin Edge Dresser / Chest of Drawers in Rosewood by George Nelson
Located in Kansas City, MO
George Nelson Thin Edge cabinet in Brazilian Rosewood, manufactured by Herman Miller. Signed with the early round Herman Miller medallion. Very good original condition. Very few sign...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Porcelain, Rosewood
George Nelson Early Walnut Two Door Cabinet for Herman Miller Mid Century
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Very early cabinet designed by George Nelson for Herman Miller. This cabinet has unusual silver pulls.
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Mid-20th Century North American Mid-Century Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Walnut
George Nelson for Herman Miller Black Lacquered Sideboard Credenza, Refinished
Located in South Bend, IN
An exceptional Mid-Century Modern sideboard, credenza, or bar cabinet
By George Nelson for Herman Miller
USA, 1950s
Black lacquered walnut, with original aluminum hardware.
...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Aluminum
Antique and Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets for Sale: Find Credenzas, Sideboards, Bookcases and Other Furnishings on 1stDibs
Of all the antique and vintage case pieces and storage cabinets that have become popular in modern interiors over the years, dressers, credenzas and cabinets have long been home staples, perfect for routine storage or protection of personal items.
In the mid-19th century, cabinetmakers would mimic styles originating in the Louis XIV, Louis XV and Louis XVI eras for their dressers, bookshelves and other structures, and, later, simpler, streamlined wood designs allowed these “case pieces” or “case goods” — any furnishing that is unupholstered and has some semblance of a storage component — to blend into the background of any interior.
Mid-century modern furniture enthusiasts will cite the tall modular wall units crafted in teak and other sought-after woods of the era by the likes of George Nelson, Poul Cadovius and Finn Juhl. For these highly customizable furnishings, designers of the day delivered an alternative to big, heavy bookcases by considering the use of space — and, in particular, walls — in new and innovative ways. Mid-century modern credenzas, which, long and low, evolved from tables that were built as early as the 14th century in Italy, typically have no legs or very short legs and have grown in popularity as an alluring storage option over time.
Although the name immediately invokes images of clothing, dressers were initially created in Europe for a much different purpose. This furnishing was initially a flat-surfaced, low-profile side table equipped with a few drawers — a common fixture used to dress and prepare meats in English kitchens throughout the Tudor period. The drawers served as perfect utensil storage. It wasn’t until the design made its way to North America that it became enlarged and equipped with enough space to hold clothing and cosmetics. The very history of storage case pieces is a testament to their versatility and well-earned place in any room.
In the spirit of positioning your case goods center stage, decluttering can now be design-minded.
A contemporary case piece with open shelving and painted wood details can prove functional as a storage unit as easily as it can a room divider. Whether you’re seeking a playful sideboard made of colored glass and metals, an antique Italian hand-carved storage cabinet or a glass-door vitrine to store and show off your collectibles, there are options for you on 1stDibs.
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