George Nelson
American, 1908 - 1986
George Nelson (1908–1986) was a pioneering American architect and designer, widely regarded as a key figure in American Modernism. Born in Hartford, Connecticut, he studied architecture at Yale University and was awarded the Rome Prize, spending 1932–1934 in Italy where he met and interviewed leading architects such as Le Corbusier, Mies van der Rohe, Walter Gropius, and Gio Ponti.
After working as an associate editor for *Architecture Forum* and *Fortune*, Nelson founded his own architectural practice in New York with William Hamby, which closed at the start of World War II. He then taught at Columbia University before joining Herman Miller in 1945, designing his first furniture collection for the company. In 1947, Nelson became design director, transforming Herman Miller’s aesthetic and hiring design luminaries including Charles and Ray Eames, Harry Bertoia, and Isamu Noguchi.
Nelson’s furniture designs are celebrated for their innovation, playfulness, and timeless modernist appeal. Iconic creations include the Marshmallow Sofa, Coconut Chair, and Ball Clock. He also maintained his own New York design studio, influencing generations of architects and designers with his vision. Nelson passed away in New York in 1986, leaving a lasting legacy in modern design.
After working as an associate editor for *Architecture Forum* and *Fortune*, Nelson founded his own architectural practice in New York with William Hamby, which closed at the start of World War II. He then taught at Columbia University before joining Herman Miller in 1945, designing his first furniture collection for the company. In 1947, Nelson became design director, transforming Herman Miller’s aesthetic and hiring design luminaries including Charles and Ray Eames, Harry Bertoia, and Isamu Noguchi.
Nelson’s furniture designs are celebrated for their innovation, playfulness, and timeless modernist appeal. Iconic creations include the Marshmallow Sofa, Coconut Chair, and Ball Clock. He also maintained his own New York design studio, influencing generations of architects and designers with his vision. Nelson passed away in New York in 1986, leaving a lasting legacy in modern design.
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Mid-Century Modern Walnut Dresser by George Nelson for Herman Miller
H 39 in W 24 in D 19 in
$ 2,795
George Nelson
George Nelson Thin Edge 10-Drawer Dresser in Walnut for Herman Miller
H 33 in W 67 in D 18 in
$ 12,495
George Nelson
George Nelson Rosewood Thin Edge 4 drawer Dresser for Herman Miller
H 30 in W 33 in D 18 in
$ 5,995
George Nelson
1950s Pair of George Nelson for Herman Miller Dressers
H 30 in W 34 in D 19 in
$ 4,800
George Nelson
Pair of Coral Front Dressers by George Nelson for Herman Miller
H 30 in W 34 in D 18 in
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George Nelson
George Nelson for Herman Miller American Walnut Veneer 4-Drawer Commode
H 30 in W 24 in D 18 in
$ 6,750
George Nelson
George Nelson Thin Edge “Apple Core” Drawer Pull – Solid Aluminum
D 1 in DIA 1 in
$ 30
George Nelson
George Nelson Thin Edge “Apple Core” Drawer Pull – Solid Aluminum
D 1 in DIA 1 in
$ 30
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George Nelson
George Nelson Thin Edge Tall Dresser in Rosewood by Herman Miller
H 40 in W 39 in D 18 in
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George Nelson Platform Bench in Walnut and Black Lacquered Base
H 14 in W 60 in D 18 in
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Longest Platform Bench by George Nelson for Herman Miller
H 14 in W 102 in D 18 in
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George Nelson
8000 Series 3 Door Credenza, George Nelson, Herman Miller, 1960's
H 25 in W 52 in D 18 in
$ 5,770
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George Nelson
Coffee Table by George Nelson Model 5751
H 15.35 in W 48.03 in D 27.17 in
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200
George Nelson
George Nelson Sling settee, model 6381
H 29 in W 62 in D 32 in
$ 6,500
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200
George Nelson
George Nelson Sling Sofa for Herman Miller
H 29 in W 62 in D 32 in
$ 6,500
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George Nelson
George Nelson for Herman Miller Black Finished Wooden Platform Slat Bench
H 13 in W 102 in D 18 in
$ 6,550
George Nelson
Mid-Century Modern Five Drawer Dresser by George Nelson for Herman Miller
H 39 in W 40 in D 19 in
$ 2,995
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