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Vintage George Nelson Faceted Milk Glass Geometric Pendant Globe Lamp Light
By George Nelson
Located in Hyattsville, MD
Very rare George Nelson (attributed) poly triangular icosahedron globe pendant light. Originally
Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Milk Glass

George Nelson for Koch & Lowy Lamp
By George Nelson
Located in Asbury Park, NJ
This floor lamp by George Nelson for Koch & Lowy, was Nelson's last lamp design. It culminated many
Category

Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps

George Nelson for Herman Miller Triple Bubble Chandelier
By George Nelson
Located in Dallas, TX
his office, architect and Herman Miller design director George Nelson discovered a silk-covered
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Wire

George Nelson, Wall Light, Metal, Walnut, Resin, USA, 1950s
By George Nelson, Herman Miller
Located in High Point, NC
A sizeable brass, walnut and resin wall light, designed by George Nelson and produced by Herman
Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Metal

Steel Frame Dresser by George Nelson Associates, 1950s
By George Nelson
Located in 성동구, KR
This is a sold dresser designed by George Nelson Associates for Herman Miller dating back to the
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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Dressers

Materials

Steel

Three-Piece George Nelson Cabinetry Display Case Unit
By George Nelson
Located in New York, NY
. These items are in good original condition, showing light cosmetic wear, normal and consistent with age
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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Cabinets

Materials

Walnut

George Nelson Thin Edge Secretary Desk Cabinet for Herman Miller
By George Nelson
Located in Lake Worth, FL
1950s original Thin Edge secretary desk cabinet designed by George Nelson for Herman Miller. This
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Secretaires

Materials

Walnut

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
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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Metal

George Nelson "Half Nelson" Table Lamp by Koch & Lowy, 1960s
By Koch & Lowy, George Nelson
Located in Saint Paul, MN
Uncommon "Half Nelson" lamp by George Nelson for Koch and Lowy. The spun aluminum shade reflects
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Mid-20th Century North American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Aluminum

George Nelson "Half Nelson" Adjustable Table Lamp for Koch and Lowy
By George Nelson, Koch & Lowy
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Half Nelson table lamp, designed by George Nelson for Koch and Lowy. A thoughtful design, featuring
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Brass, Aluminum, Metal

George Nelson CSS Book Shelf Wall Unit with Desk Herman Miller Circa 1955
By George Nelson
Located in Emeryville, CA
Herman Miller introduced George Nelson’s Comprehensive Storage System (CSS) in 1959 and produced it
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Shelves

Materials

Aluminum, Steel

Slat Wood Side Tables in the styled of George Nelson and Herman Miller
By George Nelson
Located in Cincinnati, OH
upper shelve . A glass insert to the top gives the pieces a light clean look having beveled front and
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern End Tables

Materials

Glass, Wood

1977 George Nelson Half-Nelson Reflector Table Lamp by Koch & Lowy in Brass
By Koch & Lowy, George Nelson
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is an uncommonly seen Half-Nelson reflector table lamp, designed by George Nelson and
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Vintage 1940s American Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Metal, Brass

George Nelson Walnut Armchairs, Herman Miller- A Pair
By Herman Miller, George Nelson
Located in Raleigh, NC
Early armchairs by George Nelson for Herman Miller. One chair has the original tag. These have
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Upholstery, Walnut

George Nelson, Saucer Bubble Pendant, Steel, Plastic, USA, 1952
By Herman Miller, George Nelson
Located in High Point, NC
An early "Saucer Bubble" Pendant light designed by George Nelson and produced by Herman Miller, USA
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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Steel

Pair of George Nelson for Herman Miller Bureau /Cabinets
By George Nelson, Herman Miller
Located in Westport, CT
Pair of George Nelson for Herman Miller bureau cabinet storage units, polished handles light
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Metal, Chrome

Original Large George Nelson Bubble Lamps for Howard Miller (B)
By George Nelson, Howard Miller
Located in San Francisco, CA
Large original George Nelson Bubble Lamp for the Howard Miller Clock Company. Having a 26 inches in
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Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Metal, Wire

George Nelson for Herman Miller White Swag Chair, One Chair
By Herman Miller, George Nelson
Located in Basel, BS
Absolutely stunning gorgeous and iconic George Nelson Herman Miller Swag chair in white. Originally
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20th Century Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Chrome

Alexander Girard & George Nelson Inc. Wall Mounted Vanity, Model 1030
By George Nelson, Alexander Girard
Located in Seattle, WA
storage system. A collaborative design by Alexander Girard and George Nelson Assoc./Irving Harper, the
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Vintage 1960s North American Mid-Century Modern Shelves and Wall Cabinets

Materials

Aluminum

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
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dressers

Materials

Palisander

Vintage George Nelson 3 Bay Walnut Omni Wall Unit
By Structural Products Inc., George Nelson
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Beautiful walnut and aluminum ceiling to floor Omni wall unit by George Nelson. features walnut
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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Shelves

Materials

Aluminum

Postmodern Howard Miller George Nelson 1984 Olympus Table Clock "Tempo 21"
By George Nelson, Howard Miller
Located in Kansas City, MO
has not been tested. Includes decal manufacturer's label ‘Howard Miller by George Nelson’. Olympus
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Vintage 1980s American Post-Modern Table Clocks and Desk Clocks

Materials

Aluminum

Postmodern Howard Miller George Nelson 1984 Metro Table Clock "Tempo 21"
By George Nelson, Howard Miller
Located in Kansas City, MO
scratches. Clock has not been tested. Includes decal manufacturer's label ‘Howard Miller by George Nelson
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Vintage 1980s American Post-Modern Table Clocks and Desk Clocks

Materials

Aluminum

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
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Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Metal, Steel

1950s George Nelson Herman Miller Classic Walnut Cabinet Aluminum Pulls Fabulous
By George Nelson, Herman Miller
Located in Chula Vista, CA
. (Very unusual to find these oversized pulls). Designed by George Nelson for Herman Miller. Mounted on
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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Cabinets

Materials

Aluminum

Large Original George Nelson Bubble Lamp for Howard Miller Clock Company (A)
By George Nelson, Howard Miller
Located in San Francisco, CA
Large original George Nelson Bubble Lamp for the Howard Miller Clock Company. Having a 26 inches in
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Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Wire, Metal

Howard Miller George Nelson 1984 Checkerboard Table Clock, "Tempo 21" Tower 3
By George Nelson, Howard Miller
Located in Kansas City, MO
. Includes decal manufacturer's label ‘Howard Miller by George Nelson’. Tower 3 (model 622-409
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Vintage 1980s American Post-Modern Table Clocks and Desk Clocks

Materials

Aluminum

George Nelson for Herman Miller Pair of Midcentury Cigar Bubble Pendant Lights
By George Nelson, Herman Miller
Located in Studio City, CA
A fantastic pair of George Nelson for Herman Miller vintage hanging ceiling iconic cigar bubble
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Steel, Wire

George Nelson for Herman Miller Modular Set of Sofas and Side Table
By George Nelson, Herman Miller
Located in Waalwijk, NL
sofas are upholstered in a light grey fabric. George Nelson (1908-1986) was an architect, writer
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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Sectional Sofas

Materials

Metal

1950s George Nelson Herman Miller Primavera Two Tone Four Drawer Dresser Cabinet
By George Nelson, Herman Miller
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Listed for sale is a George Nelson for Herman Miller 2-tone dresser with 4 drawers. This example
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Vintage 1950s American Modern Dressers

Materials

Metal

Large Nelson Bubble Table or Floor Lamp for Howard Miller
By George Nelson
Located in Cincinnati, OH
plastic tips to protect your surfaces . The iconic mid century designer George Nelson did many shapes and
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Metal

1950's Original George Nelson Herman Miller X Leg Extension Dining Table 5260
By Herman Miller, George Nelson
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Listed for sale is a rare and stunning original George Nelson & Associates X-Leg dining table in
Category

Vintage 1950s American Modern Dining Room Tables

Materials

Metal

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

Materials

Aluminum, Steel

1960 George Nelson 8000 Series EOG Credenza for Herman Miller with Walnut Top
By Herman Miller, George Nelson
Located in Philadelphia, PA
, designed by George Nelson and produced by Herman Miller. This example dates to circa 1960 and is finished
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Vintage 1960s American Modern Cabinets

Materials

Wood, Walnut

1959 George Nelson for Herman Miller No 5752 Rectangular Coffee Table in Teak
By Herman Miller, George Nelson
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Listed for sale is a very rare and unusual coffee table by George Nelson. This is the model number
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Vintage 1950s American Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Wood, Oak, Teak

Teak Thin Edge Double Dresser with Vanity by George Nelson for Herman Miller
By Herman Miller, George Nelson
Located in Dorchester, MA
Part of the Thin Edge series that George Nelson designed for Herman Miller in the 1950s, this
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Vintage 1950s North American Mid-Century Modern Dressers

Materials

Porcelain, Teak

1950s George Nelson for Herman Miller 5259 X-Leg Dining Table with Walnut Top
By Herman Miller, George Nelson
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is a Soft Edge Curved Dining Table, model 5259, designed by George Nelson for Herman Miller in
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Vintage 1950s American Modern Dining Room Tables

Materials

Steel, Enamel

Omni Style Wall Unit Room Divider in Teak After George Nelson, Usa, circa 1960s
By George Nelson, Herman Miller
Located in Deland, FL
A rare and exceptional wall unit designed with strong influences taken from George Nelson's Omni
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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

Materials

Aluminum

Set of Four George Nelson ''Pretzel'' Armchair Made by ICF, Italy, 1984-1986
By ICF De Padova, George Nelson
Located in Chiavari, Liguria
model 5890, George Nelson later gave permission for ICF to make this chair for the Italian market, in
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Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Ash

George Nelson Style Photography Slide Cabinet Elden Enterprises
Located in Pasadena, TX
Slide photography cabinet George Nelson style Teak construction A6000V Visual Series Locking
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Vintage 1960s North American Mid-Century Modern Cabinets

Materials

Teak

Mid Century Slat Bench Coffee Table Made in Yugoslavia C 1950s
By George Nelson
Located in New York, NY
Iconic slat bench coffee table, bench made in Yugoslavia, after George Nelson, circa 1950/1960's
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Mid-20th Century Macedonian Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Wood

Mid-Century Modern Saucer Cocoon Pendant Lamp, 1960s
By George Nelson
Located in Hagenbach, DE
: 22 cm - 40 cm The light requires one E27 light bulb. Works with both 120/220V. Good vintage
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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Resin

Pair of Mid-Century Modern Pear Shaped Sconces
By George Nelson
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Nice pair of Mid-Century Modern light fixtures.
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Brass

KINA 4 Wall Light or Flushmount in Blown Glass and Black, Blueprint Lighting
By Isamu Noguchi, Blueprint Lighting, George Nelson
Located in New York, NY
Kina 4 is a captivating fusion of naturalistic elegance and dynamic design, combining the delicate allure of a sea urchin with a sophisticated constellation-like silhouette. It emits...
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2010s North American Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Brass, Nickel, Enamel, Bronze

Elska Wall Mount Lamp in Walnut, Brass & Gray Enamel by Blueprint Lighting
By George Nelson, Stilnovo, Gino Sarfatti
Located in New York, NY
. Physical samples of enamel colors are available! The Elska wall mount sconce or reading light shown in
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2010s American Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Aluminum, Brass, Enamel

'Elska' Wall Mount Reading Lamp in Walnut, Brass & Enamel by Blueprint Lighting
By Gino Sarfatti, George Nelson, Stilnovo
Located in New York, NY
available--just ask! The "Elska" wall mount sconce or reading light shown in unlacquered brass and Perfect
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2010s American Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Aluminum, Brass, Enamel

1950s Iron and Glass Dining Table
By Paul McCobb, Arbuck, George Nelson
Located in Garnerville, NY
design. Good overall condition. All welds are intact. Structurally sound and sturdy design. Some light
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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Tables

Materials

Iron

1950s Iron and Glass Dining Table
1950s Iron and Glass Dining Table
H 29 in W 60 in D 30 in
Set of 2 Cocoon Table Lamps
By Goldkant Leuchten, Flos, Linus Bopp, George Nelson
Located in München, DE
and very cozy light. Wonderful design and an asset to any home. Condition: Very good vintage
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Vintage 1950s German Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Plastic

Set of 2 Cocoon Table Lamps
Set of 2 Cocoon Table Lamps
H 11.03 in Dm 7.88 in
Set of 2 Cocoon Table Lamps
By Flos, Goldkant Leuchten, Linus Bopp, George Nelson
Located in München, DE
and very cozy light. Wonderful design and an asset to any home. Condition: Very good vintage
Category

Vintage 1950s German Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Plastic

Set of 2 Cocoon Table Lamps
Set of 2 Cocoon Table Lamps
H 7.49 in Dm 7.09 in
Isamu Noguchi Akari 16A Light Sculpture
By Isamu Noguchi
Located in Dronten, NL
collaboration with the Herman Miller company, where he joined with George Nelson, Paul László and Charles Eames
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Mid-20th Century Japanese Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Bamboo, Paper

Isamu Noguchi Akari 16A Light Sculpture
Isamu Noguchi Akari 16A Light Sculpture
H 9.45 in W 19.69 in D 15.75 in
Isamu Noguchi Akari 70EN Light Sculpture
By Isamu Noguchi
Located in Dronten, NL
Herman Miller company, where he joined with George Nelson, Paul László and Charles Eames to produce a
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Mid-20th Century Japanese Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Bamboo, Paper

Isamu Noguchi Akari UF2-33N Light
By Isamu Noguchi
Located in Dronten, NL
Herman Miller company, where he joined with George Nelson, Paul László and Charles Eames to produce a
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Mid-20th Century Japanese Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Steel

Isamu Noguchi Akari UF2-33N Light
Isamu Noguchi Akari UF2-33N Light
H 25.99 in Dm 15.75 in
Cocoon Pendant Lamp
By Flos, Achille Castiglioni, Kaare Klint, Aloys F. Gangkofner, George Nelson
Located in München, DE
every room. The unusual shape creates a particularly cozy light. Condition: Very good vintage
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Vintage 1960s German Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Metal

Cocoon Pendant Lamp
Cocoon Pendant Lamp
H 11.03 in Dm 17.72 in
Cocoon Pendant Lamp
By Aloys F. Gangkofner, George Nelson, Kaare Klint, Achille Castiglioni, Flos
Located in München, DE
every room. The unusual shape creates a particularly cozy light. Condition: Very good vintage
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Vintage 1960s German Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Metal

Cocoon Pendant Lamp
Cocoon Pendant Lamp
H 11.82 in Dm 17.33 in
Cocoon Cascade Lamp
By George Nelson, Aloys F. Gangkofner, Kaare Klint, Achille Castiglioni, Flos
Located in München, DE
every room. A warm and comfortable light is created. Condition: Very good vintage condition with
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Vintage 1950s German Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Metal

Cocoon Cascade Lamp
Cocoon Cascade Lamp
H 47.25 in Dm 18.12 in
Isamu Noguchi Akari UF4-L10 Light Sculpture Floor Lamp
By Isamu Noguchi
Located in Dronten, NL
company, where he joined with George Nelson, Paul László and Charles Eames to produce a catalog containing
Category

Mid-20th Century Japanese Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Steel

Pair of Mid-Century Modern Bill Curry Design Line POP Red Color Jacks Bookends
By Bill Curry & Design Line
Located in St. Louis, MO
objects. Often attributed to George Nelson, these are all original paint. Some light scuffs.
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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Bookends

Materials

Chrome, Iron

Two-tiered Iron End Tables by Frank & Sons
Located in Highland, IN
a visually light, airy design. Often mistaken for a George Nelson design by Arbuk, they were
Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern End Tables

Materials

Iron

Two-tiered Iron End Tables by Frank & Sons
Two-tiered Iron End Tables by Frank & Sons
H 22.5 in W 16.5 in D 27.5 in
Hypnotizm Solid Hardwood Slatted Bench by Izm Design
By Izm Design
Located in Edmonton, Alberta
as a hall table. With an obvious nod to George Nelson, this slatted bench is visually light but
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2010s Canadian Modern Benches

Materials

Wood

Vintage pendant lamp by Friedel Wauer for Cocoon Leuchten International, 1960
By Friedel Wauer, Goldkant Leuchten
Located in Wolfurt, AT
Italian designers such as George Nelson, Achille and Pier Giacomo Castiglioni, Tobia Scarpa.
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Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Latex

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  • 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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