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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.
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Expertly Restored -George Nelson Multi-Color Lacquered Cabinet for Herman Miller
By Herman Miller, George Nelson
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Transforming a piece of Mid-Century Modern furniture is like bringing history back to life, and we take this journey with passion and precision. With over 17 years of artisanal exper...
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Materials
Steel
Midcentury George Nelson Omni Herman Miller Modular Shelving System Walnut 1950s
By Herman Miller, George Nelson
Located in Sherborne, Dorset
This is a rare American ‘Omni’ modular freestanding shelving system in walnut and aluminium, designed by George Nelson in 1952 and manufactured by Herman Miller, America.
The shelvi...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Shelves
Materials
Metal, Aluminum
George Nelson "Bubble Lamp", USA circa 1952
By George Nelson
Located in Culver City, CA
USA, 1952
George Nelson & Associates for Howard Miller Clock Company. Sprayed fiberglass over metal frame with steel braces.
26”dia x 11”h
Ref. L5278
$ 3,200
Category
Vintage 1950s American Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Steel
Midcentury George Nelson for Herman Miller Side Tables
By George Nelson, Herman Miller
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
A striking and rare pair of pedestal end tables, model #5655, designed by George Nelson for Herman Miller. Crafted in walnut with enameled steel and aluminum bases, these tables embo...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Side Tables
Materials
Aluminum, Enamel, Steel
George Nelson Classic Slat Bench 1950
s Original Signed!
By George Nelson
Located in St.Petersburg, FL
A classic, original 1950's vintage George Nelson for Herman Miller slat bench. Original ebonised finish with warm patina. This is a hard to find original bench, retaining its foil la...
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Benches
Materials
Maple
Vintage Mid Century 4601 Cabinet by George Nelson for Herman Miller
By Herman Miller, Evelyn Ackerman, George Nelson
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...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Materials
Walnut
