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

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Teak

Scrittoio Home Desk di George Nelson per Herman Miller Anni 60-70
By Herman Miller, George Nelson
Located in Milano, IT
Scrittoio con vani a giorno con scomparti sul piano e piccoli cassetti sotto piano. Legno di rovere e legno ricoperto in formica, struttura in alluminio. Restaurata.
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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Aluminum

George Nelson for Herman Miller Bookcase
By Herman Miller, George Nelson
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Bookcase by George Nelson for Herman Miller, c.1950s. This shelving unit features an oak frame with aluminum hairpin legs. The piece has an ad...
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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

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Aluminum

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

Materials

Metal

George Nelson Thin Edge Double Dresser, Chest, Santos Palisander, Herman Miller
By Herman Miller, George Nelson
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 Mid-Century Modern Dressers

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Palisander

George Nelson for Herman Miller Sofa in Light Brown Patterned Upholstery
By Herman Miller, George Nelson
Located in Waalwijk, NL
George Nelson for Herman Miller, sofa, model ‘5671’, fabric, metal, designed in 1955 and produced in 1956-78. This wonderful midcentury sofa is designed by the renowned American ...
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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Metal

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