George nelson furniture

Lot 194: George Nelson & Associates. CSS (Comprehensive Shelving System). 1959, walnut, enameled aluminum, aluminum, enameled steel, lacquered masonite, plastic. 91 h × 129 w × 22 d in. result: $11,250. estimate: $5,000–7,000. System is comprised of five uprights with three shelves, two desk surfaces, one double upper cabinet with drop-front door and open storage, two lower cabinets, one with four drawers and other with rare drop-front LP cabinet with additional record storage, one shelf…

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Lot 154: George Nelson & Associates. Coconut chair and ottoman. 1956, naugahyde, enameled steel, aluminum, chrome-plated steel. 33 h × 41 w × 33 d in. result: $8,125. estimate: $5,000–7,000. Ottoman measures: 23.5 w x 19 d x 17 h inches.

How the unmistakable design came to be

The Detroit News explores the interesting story behind George Nelson’s journey from architect and journalist to iconic American designer. The vision of the Herman Miller Furniture Company and the talents of Nelson ultimately changed design as we know it. "George Nelson: Architect / Writer / Designer / Teacher" makes it’s final stop at Cranbrook through

This sofa is the earliest manifestation of Pop Art in furniture design. With its unmistakable George Nelson Atomic style, it is routinely featured in pop art publications. Today the design has reached iconic status and it is seen in residential and commercial settings alike.

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George Nelson | The Coconut Chair, a prime example of 1950s design, is distinguished by its humorous undertones, formal clarity and...