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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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Expertly Restored -George Nelson Multi-Color Lacquered Cabinet for Herman Miller
By George Nelson, Herman Miller
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...
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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Materials
Steel
Vintage George Nelson Model-2202 Sunburst Clock for Howard Miller
By Howard Miller, George Nelson
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Vintage George Nelson Model-2202 Sunburst Clock for Howard Miller
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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Wall Clocks
Materials
Metal
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...
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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Benches
Materials
Maple
George Nelson per Herman Miller Libreria "CSS", italia 1960s
By Herman Miller, George Nelson
Located in Naples, IT
Libreria modulare del modello CSS disegnata da George Nelson per Herman Miller. Il sistema è un'iconica unità di scaffalatura modulare che incarna la filosofia del design moderno di ...
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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Materials
Steel
George Nelson for Herman Miller Marshmallow Sofa in White Leather
By Herman Miller, George Nelson
Located in Palm Springs, CA
A wonderful design by George Nelson for Herman Miller this marshmallow sofa is a sculptural icon. The sofa is done in white leather and bears the Herman Miller tag on the back. The s...
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Early 2000s American Sofas
Materials
Steel
George Nelson Leather
Walnut Illuminated Vanity with Mirror
Ottoman for Herm
By George Nelson, Herman Miller
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 Vanities
Materials
Leather, Glass, Walnut
