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George Nelson Furniture

American, 1908-1986

Architect, designer, and writer George Nelson was a central figure in the mid-century American modernist design movement; and his thoughts influenced not only the furniture we live with, but also how we live.

Nelson came to design via journalism and literature. Upon receiving his bachelor’s degree in architecture from Yale in 1931, he won the Prix de Rome fellowship, and spent his time in Europe writing magazine articles that helped bring stateside recognition to Ludwig Mies van der Rohe, Gio Ponti, Le Corbusier and other canonical modernist architects.

In the 1940s, Nelson wrote texts that suggested such now-commonplace ideas as open-plan houses, storage walls and family rooms. D.J. De Pree, the owner of the furniture maker Herman Miller, was so impressed by Nelson that in 1944 — following the sudden death of Gilbert Rohde, who had introduced the firm to modern design in the 1930s — he invited Nelson to join the company as its design director. There Nelson’s curatorial design talents came to the fore.

To Herman Miller he brought such eminent creators as Charles and Ray Eames, Isamu Noguchi, and the textile and furniture designer Alexander Girard. Thanks to a clever contract, at the same time as he directed Herman Miller he formed a New York design company, George Nelson Associates, that sold furniture designs to the Michigan firm. Nelson's studio also sold designs for clocks to the Howard Miller Clock Company, a manufacturer that was initially part of Herman Miller before it became an offshoot that was helmed by Howard Miller, D.J. De Pree's brother-in-law.

Nelson’s New York team of designers (who were rarely individually credited) would create such iconic pieces as the Marshmallow sofa, the Coconut chair, the Ball clock, the Bubble lamp series and the many cabinets and beds that comprise the sleek Thin-Edge line.

For dedicated collectors, as well as for interior designers who look beyond “the look,” there is a “cool factor” inherent to vintage pieces from George Nelson and others. Nelson was in on it from the start, and it’s valuable to have a piece that was there with him.

But still, as is evident from the offerings from dealers on 1stDibs, in any of the designs, in any iteration whose manufacture Nelson oversaw and encouraged, there are shining elements of lightness, elegance, sophistication — and a little bit of swagger. George Nelson felt confident in his ideas about design and didn’t mind letting the world know.

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Creator: George Nelson
George Nelson for Herman Miller Mid Century Modern Walnut Hi Boy Dresser Chest
By George Nelson, Herman Miller
Located in Keego Harbor, MI
A George Nelson for Herman Miller hi-boy dresser. An incredible chest of drawers with simply but stunning mid century styling. This piece features a full walnut wood body constructio...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern George Nelson Furniture

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Walnut

Credenza / Cabinet in Oak by George Nelson for Herman Miller, USA, c. 1950 s
By George Nelson
Located in Deland, FL
Embrace the iconic mid-century modern style with this exquisite credenza designed by George Nelson for Herman Miller, part of the esteemed Basic Cabinet Series, crafted in the USA circa 1950s. Constructed from comb grain oak, this piece stands out with its original black painted tapered legs, a unique feature of Nelson's designs. The front-facing cabinet boasts two doors with curved steel cabinet...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage George Nelson Furniture

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Steel

MCM George Nelson Studio Model 4756 "Steering Wheel" Wall Clock by Howard Miller
By George Nelson
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Striking 1950 Model 4756 "Steering Wheel" Wall Clock by the George Nelson Design Studio for the Howard Miller clock company. The clock features a minimalist brushed brass open-face d...
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1950s American Vintage George Nelson Furniture

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Steel

George Nelson 6 Black Pretzel Chairs for ICF, 1984
By George Nelson, ICF De Padova, Herman Miller
Located in Vienna, AT
George Nelson pretzel chairs Model # 5890, manufactured for ICF (labelled) A rare set of six ''Pretzel'' armchairs with newly upholstered cushions, made from laminated wood by ICF D...
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1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage George Nelson Furniture

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Velvet, Plywood

George Nelson, Rosewood Jewelry Box, 1950s
By Herman Miller, George Nelson
Located in Wargrave, Berkshire
George Nelson, Rosewood Jewelry cabinet, 1950s In the 1950s, Nelson designed a range of furniture which was produced and retailed by Herman Miller. This is the rare eight drawer j...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage George Nelson Furniture

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Metal

Early and Rare Pretzel sIDE Chair by George Nelson
By George Nelson
Located in Buffalo, NY
Early and Rare Pretzel sIDE Chair by George Nelson, c 1952,,, gREAT EXAMPLE, Iconic Design. Becoming increasingly harder and harder to find..Nice original condition,, Age appropri...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage George Nelson Furniture

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Plywood

George Nelson Thin Edge Rosewood Nightstand
By George Nelson
Located in San Francisco, CA
George Nelson design "Thin Edge" series nightstand for Herman Miller. Made from highly figural rosewood on tapering aluminum legs with a white lacquer cubby and an adjustable shelf. ...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage George Nelson Furniture

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Rosewood

6 Teak Dining Chairs by Svegards Markaryd, Sweden
By Herman Miller, George Nelson
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A great set of 6 solid teak ladder back dining chairs by Svegards Markaryd. Chairs are burnt marked Svegards Markaryd made in Sweden. Priced per chair. Multiples of 2 may be purchased. These items are located at our Los Angeles Arts District gallery...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage George Nelson Furniture

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Teak

George Nelson Original Vintage Brass and Wood Ball Wall Clock
By George Nelson
Located in Oceanside, US
An iconic Original Ball Wall Clock designed in 1947 by George Nelson Associates and produced by the Howard Miller Clock Company in Zeeland, Michigan. This early example features a ra...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage George Nelson Furniture

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Brass

Pr. Mid Century George Nelson Herman Miller Rosewood Thin Edge Bachelors Chests
By George Nelson, Herman Miller
Located in New York, NY
Exquisite matched pair of George Nelson designed four drawer Thin Edge dressers, executed in Rosewood, for Herman Miller circa 1950's. These chests are in very good, original, clean...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern George Nelson Furniture

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Aluminum

Pedestal Desk by George Nelson for Herman Miller, Usa, 1955
By Herman Miller, George Nelson
Located in Barcelona, ES
Pedestal desk designed in 1955 by George Nelson for Herman Miller, USA. Teak wood top with two drawers underneath and polished aluminium bases.
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage George Nelson Furniture

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Aluminum

1950s George Nelson No. 4000 Series Three Drawer Steel Frame Dresser
By Herman Miller, George Nelson
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is a Steel Frame No 4000 Series Dresser, initially designed by George Nelson for Herman Miller in 1954. Its model number is 4013. It features a frame of white powder-coated bent...
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1950s American Modern Vintage George Nelson Furniture

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Steel, Iron

George Nelson Thin Edge Dresser in Rosewood Porcelain by Herman Miller
By George Nelson, Herman Miller
Located in Stamford, CT
The great George Nelson left us with a massive portfolio of forward thinking design which Herman Miller has largely kept alive to this day. Nelson became design director for Herman M...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage George Nelson Furniture

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Aluminum

Rare 1950s California Modern George Nelson Arbuck Outdoor Iron Stools / Tables
By George Nelson, Arbuck
Located in Hyattsville, MD
Extremely rare pair of Arbuck Inc. square grid stools, with original labeled cushions. Could source glass tops to make tables, but no glass is included in this sale. Sold as a pair ...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage George Nelson Furniture

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Iron

George Nelson Walnut Full Size Headboard Cabinet
By George Nelson
Located in North Hollywood, CA
George Nelson walnut and leather accent headboard. 3 piece set, both side tables detach. White leather hidden storage space. No damages or broken ...
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage George Nelson Furniture

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Walnut

George Nelson - Omni System - Shelving or Wall Unit Walnut Cabinet Only - Parts
By George Nelson
Located in St. Louis, MO
Mid-Century Modern 1960s George Nelson designed for Omni Systems, this is part for a wall unit, Two Drawer File Cabinet in oiled walnut, no hardware. I nee...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage George Nelson Furniture

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Walnut

George Nelson Thin Edge Group Double Dresser, Walnut, Herman Miller, 2017, USA.
By Herman Miller, George Nelson
Located in Brooklyn, NY
George Nelson thin edge double dresser, chest, Walnut, Herman Miller. In 1944, Life magazine published an extensive article detailing the “Storage Wall”, George Nelson’s novel archi...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern George Nelson Furniture

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Brass, Stainless Steel

George Nelson for Koch and Lowy Half Nelson Lamp Circa 1980
By George Nelson
Located in Palm Springs, CA
A beautiful Half Nelson lamp manufactured by Koch and Lowy circa 1980. This lamp was originally designed in 1949/50 by George Nelson. The lamp is in working condition and is in good condition. There are some minor marks and small spots of paint loss, please see the detailed photos. The top hood is adjustable and will allow a variety of different looks. It is pictured in our gallery resting on a Eero Saarinen for Knoll Tulip table and chair set...
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1980s American Vintage George Nelson Furniture

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Metal

Mid-Century Modern Teak sideboard by George Nelson for Herman Miller
By George Nelson, Herman Miller
Located in Courbevoie, FR
Teak sideboard by George Nelson for Herman Miller, 2 sliding doors, tubular chromed metal legs. Some scratches and repair Excellent vintage condition. Scratches and races of wear.
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Mid-20th Century Scandinavian Modern George Nelson Furniture

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Steel

Early George Nelson Full Sized Tilting Storage Headboard # 5400
By George Nelson
Located in Cincinnati, OH
A dark brownish ebony finished full sized headboard with wheat toned soft contract fabric upholstered headrests . The best thing about this well designed piece is there is storage be...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern George Nelson Furniture

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Upholstery, Wood

George Nelson for Herman Miller Pedestal/ Side Table
By Herman Miller, George Nelson
Located in Philadelphia, PA
George Nelson for Herman Miller Pedestal Table. Aluminum Base with a formica top and maple edge. Classic, useful design! Very clean example!
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2010s American Mid-Century Modern George Nelson Furniture

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Metal

George Nelson - Omni System - Shelving or Wall Unit Walnut Cabinet Only - Parts
By George Nelson
Located in St. Louis, MO
Mid-Century Modern 1960s George Nelson designed for Omni Systems, this is part for a wall unit, a four drawer cabinet with files in oiled walnut, no hardwa...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage George Nelson Furniture

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Walnut

Mid-Century Modern George Nelson for Herman Miller Primavera Headboard
By Herman Miller, George Nelson
Located in Forney, TX
A rare American Mid-Century Modern headboard for a double (full) size bed with storage and adjustable backrests by important Modernist architect and designer George Nelson (American, 1908-1986) for Herman Miller, circa 1950, model 4647 from the Primavera Collection, walnut, tufted vinyl, ebonized feet. Dimensions: (approx) 40" High, 56.25" Wide, 12" Deep A superb example, in excellent original vintage condition, having a pair tufted vinyl doors that slide down to reveal individual storage compartments. Walnut veneer in excellent condition with one small (.75") stable bubble beneath the surface at top (no splitting or discoloration present). Bed retains both brackets and anchor pins...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern George Nelson Furniture

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Upholstery, PVC, Wood, Walnut

George Nelson for Herman Miller BCS Basic Two Shelf Walnut Veneer Bookshelf
By Herman Miller, George Nelson
Located in Queens, NY
American Mid-Century walnut veneer bookcase with two shelves in a rectangular cabinet, resting on four tapered wooden legs. (BCS BASICS CABINET SERIES, GEORGE NELSON FOR HERMAN MILLE...
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern George Nelson Furniture

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Walnut

George Nelson Pedestal Side Table for Herman Miller
By George Nelson
Located in Cincinnati, OH
A simple and elegant pedestal side table with round top having a natural thin wood trim detail to the edge and cast meat star base . The base with foot pads to protect your floors ha...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern George Nelson Furniture

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Metal

George Nelson Walnut One-Door 5 Drawers Gentleman s High Chest Dresser Cabinet
By Herman Miller, George Nelson
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Mid-Century Modern walnut George Nelson for Herman Miller Storage five drawers cabinet dresser gentleman's high chest.
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern George Nelson Furniture

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Walnut

George Nelson - Omni System - Shelving or Wall Unit Walnut Cabinet Only - Parts
By George Nelson
Located in St. Louis, MO
Mid-Century Modern 1960s George Nelson designed for Omni Systems, this is part for a wall unit, A Drop Leaf Desk, no hardware. Part # 6405314. I need to co...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage George Nelson Furniture

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Walnut

Contemporary Mid Century George Nelson For Vitra Multicolored Analog Petal Clock
By George Nelson
Located in Keego Harbor, MI
A playful yet refined example of mid-century modern design, this George Nelson Four-Petal Wall Clock for Vitra features a striking arrangement of bold, oversized petals in green, ora...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern George Nelson Furniture

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Metal

George Nelson, Kangaroo Lounge Chair, circa 1956, Herman Miller
By Herman Miller, George Nelson
Located in Wargrave, Berkshire
George Nelson (1908-1986) Kangaroo Lounge Chair, model 5672 designed 1956 and manufactured by Herman Miller, USA White upholstery on steel frame and legs, removable cushion 103cm hi...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage George Nelson Furniture

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Steel

Pair. George Nelson for Herman Miller Cube Arm Chairs Model 4774
By Herman Miller, George Nelson
Located in New York, NY
Sophisticated, chic, voguish pair of lounge chairs designed by George Nelson for Herman Miller circa 1950s. The chairs feature solid maple frames with thick upholstered seats and bac...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern George Nelson Furniture

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Upholstery, Maple

American mid-century modern wood laminate desk George Nelson Herman Miller 1960s
By Herman Miller, George Nelson
Located in MIlano, IT
American mid-century modern wood laminate desk George Nelson Herman Miller 1960s Desk or writing desk in wood and metal. The top is in white laminate, with a smaller upper top suppor...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage George Nelson Furniture

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Metal

Alexander Girard George Nelson Inc. Wall Mounted Vanity, Model 1030
By George Nelson, Alexander Girard
Located in Seattle, WA
An unusual and rare wall mounted vanity from the 1964 Herman Miller accessory line to the CSS storage system. A collaborative design by Alexander Girard...
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1960s North American Mid-Century Modern Vintage George Nelson Furniture

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Aluminum

George Nelson, Lounge Chair, Fabric, Wood, USA, 1940s
By George Nelson
Located in High Point, NC
A rare wood and orange fabric lounge chair, model 4688, designed by George Nelson and produced by Herman Miller, USA, c. 1940s. Wear consistent with age and use. Vintage fabric id...
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1940s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage George Nelson Furniture

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Fabric, Wood

Mid Century Modern Sofa with Side Tables George Nelson for Herman Miller
By Herman Miller, George Nelson
Located in Rancho Cucamonga, CA
Mid-Century Modern George Nelson Sofa with Integrated Side Tables for Herman Miller – This exquisite vintage piece, dating back to the 1950s-1960s, epitomizes the functional elegance...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern George Nelson Furniture

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Steel

George Nelson Home Office Desk Model 4658 for Herman Miller
By George Nelson, Herman Miller
Located in Dallas, TX
George Nelson & Associates Home Office desk, model 4658 Manufactured by Herman Miller USA, 1946 This example is constructed of combed oak, chrome-plated...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern George Nelson Furniture

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Aluminum, Steel

Rare Pair George Nelson Herman Miller Bachelors Chest Mid-Century
By George Nelson
Located in Pemberton, NJ
Rare pair of original turquoise finish George Nelson bachelors chests. We have never seen another piece of George Nelson for Herman Miller done in this finish-might have been custom...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage George Nelson Furniture

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Wood

Pair of 1979 Charles Pollock for Knoll Burnt Orange Executive Chairs
By Charles Pollock, George Nelson, Knoll
Located in Chattanooga, TN
Pair of vintage 1979 Executive Chairs designed by Charles Pollock for Knoll. The chairs come in their original burnt orange upholstery, a perfect mid-century modern color! It is trul...
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage George Nelson Furniture

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Stainless Steel

George Nelson Long Slat Bench Black Finish Herman Miller Mid-Century Modern 1950
By George Nelson, Herman Miller
Located in Miami, FL
Original George Nelson early long slat bench in ebonized Birch Wood designed in the 1950s and manufactured by Herman Miller. Great for a Hallway Bench where Kids can change Shoes an...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern George Nelson Furniture

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Wood, Birch

George Nelson Daniel Lewis for Koch Lowy "Eyeshade" Articulated Desk Lamp
By Koch Lowy, George Nelson
Located in Brooklyn, NY
For your consideration is this uncommon 1970s "Eyeshade" articulated desk lamp designed by George Nelson and Daniel Lewis for Koch & Lowy. The shade can be raised up/down, rotate, and tilt up/down. It is composed of an outer perforated black metal screen, an inner aluminum shade, and green acrylic end detail that glows when the light is on, an apparent modern reference to the green glass shades of antique bankers lamps...
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage George Nelson Furniture

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Metal, Steel

George Nelson Rare Protype Bench / Coffee Table for Herman Miller
By George Nelson
Located in Cincinnati, OH
A early and rare Nelson coffee table / bench with white rectangle Laminate top having black legs typical of the Nelson slat bench coffee table. This table was not produced in large n...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern George Nelson Furniture

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Wood

George Nelson Associates Cabinets, Herman Miller, Model 4617
By George Nelson, Herman Miller
Located in New York, NY
George Nelson & Associates Cabinets, Herman Miller model 4617. Handsome bedside cabinets/nightstands, purchased by Solo Modern, from the estate of famed Mad Magazine cartoonist, Mort Drucker...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage George Nelson Furniture

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Aluminum, Zinc

George Nelson for Hermann Miller Modular 3-Seater Sofa, 1960s
By Herman Miller, George Nelson
Located in Naples, IT
Modular 3-seater sofa designed by George Miller in 1956. The sofa incorporates a system of modules that allows you to choose the seating arrangement, the coffee table and chest of dr...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage George Nelson Furniture

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Leather, Wood

George Nelson for Howard Miller Clock #4766
By George Nelson, Howard Miller
Located in Palm Springs, CA
A nice vintage mid century modern George Nelson for Howard Miller 4766 Clock in working condition. The clock has an alarm function that is working as well. The clock bears a Treadway...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage George Nelson Furniture

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Metal, Brass

George Nelson Associates Sling Sofa
By George Nelson
Located in Chicago, IL
Made by: Herman Miller, USA, 1963 Material: leather, chrome-plated steel, rubber Size: 112 W × 32 D × 29 H in The luxurious model 6833 Sling sofa ...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage George Nelson Furniture

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Steel

Wrought Iron Coffee Table by George Nelson for Arbuck
By George Nelson, Arbuck
Located in Chicago, IL
c. 1950s. Glass top with iron frame. Indoor or outdoor use.
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage George Nelson Furniture

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Wrought Iron

Early Original George Nelson Marshmallow Sofa. Amazing Condition. Signed
By Herman Miller, Irving Harper, George Nelson
Located in Kansas City, MO
Orignal production iconic Marshmallow Sofa designed by Irving Harper for the George Nelson Office therefore attributed to George Nelson. Manufactured by Herman Miller and signed who...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage George Nelson Furniture

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Aluminum, Steel

George Nelson Thin Edge Nightstands for Herman Miller
By Herman Miller, George Nelson
Located in San Francisco, CA
George Nelson Thin Edge nightstands for Herman Miller. Iconic design for Nelson's Thin Edge series produced by Herman Miller, Michigan U.S....
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage George Nelson Furniture

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Stainless Steel

George Nelson Modular Sofa Table System Herman Miller
By Herman Miller, George Nelson
Located in Berlin, BE
This original George Nelson Modular Sofa Table System for Herman Miller is a versatile and well-preserved example of Mid-Century Modern design. The system combines two upholstered se...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern George Nelson Furniture

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Steel

George Nelson for Herman Miller Primavera Nightstands, c. 1955, Signed
By George Nelson, Herman Miller
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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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage George Nelson Furniture

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Wood

1950 s George Nelson for Herman Miller Gate Leg Dining Table
By George Nelson
Located in Las Vegas, NV
Iconic George Nelson design for Herman Miller gate leg table. 2 fold wide wood hinged tops with double gate legs. The odd discoloration of one le...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern George Nelson Furniture

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Walnut

George Nelson "Half Nelson" Lamp for Koch Lowy #2
By George Nelson
Located in St.Petersburg, FL
A classic George Nelson Half lamp for Koch Lowy. In brass finish. Very good overall conditon. The shade pivots to aim light. The switch has minor edge paint loss, shade has a minor h...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage George Nelson Furniture

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Aluminum

1970s Mid-Century George Nelson Herman Miller "Action Office" Rolltop Desk Exec.
By George Nelson, Herman Miller
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 George Nelson Furniture

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Metal, Aluminum, Chrome

Pair of Catenary Chairs by George Nelson for Herman Miller
By George Nelson
Located in Dallas, TX
A rare pair of Catenary chairs designed by George Nelson for Herman Miller. Reupholstered in Zinc / Sagone / Electric Teal fabric.
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1960s Vintage George Nelson Furniture

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Bouclé

George Nelson Thin Edge Group Dresser, Double, 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 Modern George Nelson Furniture

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Brass, Stainless Steel

Thin Edge Jewelry Chest by George Nelson 1954, Original, Rosewood Teak, Signed
By George Nelson
Located in Kansas City, MO
Rare early George Nelson for Herman Miller nine drawer jewelry / miniature cabinet in rosewood and teak with porcelain pulls. Completely original, never refinished very good conditio...
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1950s Mid-Century Modern Vintage George Nelson Furniture

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Porcelain, Rosewood, Teak

1950s George Nelson for Herman Miller Basic Cabinet Series (BSC) Credenza
By George Nelson, Herman Miller
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is a credenza / dresser, originally designed by George Nelson in 1946 as part of the Basic Cabinet Series. This particular example was produced by Herman Miller in the 1950s. Th...
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1950s American Modern Vintage George Nelson Furniture

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Aluminum

George Nelson Pair Chairs for Herman Miller, Oversized, Velvet, circa 1965
By Herman Miller, George Nelson
Located in Vienna, AT
Rare pair George Nelson chairs for Herman Miller, circa 1965 Stylish oversized chairs in petrol velvet with brushed steel feet. They are in good original condition with no major flaws and ready to use. Labelled at the bottom. Main focus of these chairs certainly lies on the very desirable and scarce size of 37" x 37" and 27" height. They are very elegant yet comfortable. Will ship crated...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage George Nelson Furniture

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Steel

Dining or Desk Chair by Ernest Farmer for George Nelson and Associates
By Herman Miller, George Nelson, Ernest Farmer
Located in Littleton, CO
A rare birch dining or desk chair by Ernest Farmer of George Nelson and Associates for Herman Miller. Professional reupholstery available at pass-thro...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage George Nelson Furniture

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Upholstery, Birch

George Nelson for Herman Miller Mid Century Walnut Omni Wall Unit - 4 Bay
By Herman Miller, George Nelson
Located in Franklin Park, IL
George Nelson for Herman Miller mid-century walnut omni wall unit - 4 bay This wall unit measures: 129.5 wide x 18 deep x 95 inches high. All piec...
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage George Nelson Furniture

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Metal

George Nelson Desk or Office Chair, Very Rare, New Red Boucle Knoll Upholstery
By Herman Miller, George Nelson
Located in Kansas City, MO
Very rare George Nelson desk chair, freshly reupholstered in a crimson Knoll Classic boucle.
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage George Nelson Furniture

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Aluminum

George Nelson furniture for sale on 1stDibs.

George Nelson furniture are available for sale on 1stDibs. These distinctive items are frequently made of metal and are designed with extraordinary care. There are many options to choose from in our collection of George Nelson furniture, although brown editions of this piece are particularly popular. Many of the original furniture by George Nelson were created in the mid-century modern style in north america during the 20th century. If you’re looking for additional options, many customers also consider furniture by Drexel, Widdicomb Furniture Co., and John Widdicomb. Prices for George Nelson furniture can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these items begin at $155 and can go as high as $48,500, while a piece like these, on average, fetch $4,411.
Questions About George Nelson Furniture
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    Modern George Nelson clocks are made in Poland. The company Vitra Designs manufactures the timepieces based on the original designs of the American designer who lived from 1908 to 1986. On 1stDibs, you can shop a selection of George Nelson clocks.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    George Nelson Bubble Lamps are made of steel wires, which form a durable framework for the lamp. A plastic polymer material spread over the wires forms the shade which is translucent to give the lamp a soft glow. Inspired by Swedish lamps, these mid-century modern light fixtures are still made by the legendary furniture manufacturer Herman Miller today. Shop a range of George Nelson Bubble Lamps on 1stDibs.

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