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George Nelson Desks and Writing Tables

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 by Herman Miller Laminated Aluminum Design 1950s Rare Desk
George Nelson by Herman Miller Laminated Aluminum Design 1950s Rare Desk

George Nelson by Herman Miller Laminated Aluminum Design 1950s Rare Desk

$3,509

George Nelson by Herman Miller Laminated Aluminum Design 1950s Rare Desk

By George Nelson, Herman Miller

Located in Brescia, IT

Modernist Desk George Nelson by Hermann Miller 1950 Laminated wood, aluminum base Rare model.

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage George Nelson Desks and Writing Tables

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Aluminum

George Nelson "Dry Erase" Desk with Return
George Nelson "Dry Erase" Desk with Return

George Nelson "Dry Erase" Desk with Return

$8,800

George Nelson "Dry Erase" Desk with Return

By George Nelson

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Fantastic desk by George Nelson for Herman Miller. Newly laminated Formica top with dry erase laminate. Very cool, dry/erase surface for your work desk. Extr...

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1950s American Vintage George Nelson Desks and Writing Tables

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Chrome

Action Desk by George Nelson & Robert Propst for Herman Miller
Action Desk by George Nelson & Robert Propst for Herman Miller

Action Desk by George Nelson & Robert Propst for Herman Miller

$4,444

Action Desk by George Nelson & Robert Propst for Herman Miller

By Herman Miller, Robert Propst, George Nelson

Located in Madrid, ES

Action Office desk, model 64 902, designed by George Nelson & Robert Propst for Herman Miller from the 1960s. Base made of chrome-plated aluminum with white plastic protectors. L...

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern George Nelson Desks and Writing Tables

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Aluminum

Steelframe Desk by George Nelson for Herman Miller
Steelframe Desk by George Nelson for Herman Miller

Steelframe Desk by George Nelson for Herman Miller

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Steelframe Desk by George Nelson for Herman Miller

By George Nelson, Herman Miller

Located in Chicago, IL

c. 1960s. USA. Laminate top with newly refinished avocado green drawers. Original pulls. Remnants of a table in one drawer.

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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage George Nelson Desks and Writing Tables

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Herman Miller George Nelson Action Office Desk
Herman Miller George Nelson Action Office Desk

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Herman Miller George Nelson Action Office Desk

By George Nelson, Herman Miller

Located in Pasadena, TX

Thus is a Herman Miller Desk designed by George Nelson. It's from Nelson's Action Office Series. It has 2 pull out drawers and a mid drawer. The top is wood and the legs are steel wi...

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern George Nelson Desks and Writing Tables

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Writing Desk by George Nelson for Herman Miller
Writing Desk by George Nelson for Herman Miller

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Writing Desk by George Nelson for Herman Miller

By George Nelson, Herman Miller

Located in Sagaponack, NY

A single pedestal writing desk by George Nelson for Herman Miller with a built-in pivoting lamp. Lamp is 18" H.

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage George Nelson Desks and Writing Tables

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Steel

George Nelson for Herman Miller 'Action Office 1' Desk
George Nelson for Herman Miller 'Action Office 1' Desk

George Nelson for Herman Miller 'Action Office 1' Desk

$8,500

George Nelson for Herman Miller 'Action Office 1' Desk

By George Nelson, Herman Miller

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Early George Nelson Action Office 1 desk in original condition with minor wear. George Nelson for Herman Miller, polished aluminum, plastic laminate, w...

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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern George Nelson Desks and Writing Tables

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Metal

American mid-century modern wood laminate desk George Nelson Herman Miller 1960s
American mid-century modern wood laminate desk George Nelson Herman Miller 1960s

American mid-century modern wood laminate desk George Nelson Herman Miller 1960s

$4,678

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 Desks and Writing Tables

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Metal

Elusive Modernist Action Office Desk or Table by George Nelson for Herman Miller
Elusive Modernist Action Office Desk or Table by George Nelson for Herman Miller

Elusive Modernist Action Office Desk or Table by George Nelson for Herman Miller

$2,800

Elusive Modernist Action Office Desk or Table by George Nelson for Herman Miller

By Herman Miller, George Nelson

Located in Buffalo, NY

Rarely seen modernist action office desk or conference table by George Nelson for Herman Miller. Purchased from prominent Buffalo NY architect. Beautiful figured walnut wood top mino...

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern George Nelson Desks and Writing Tables

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1950's George Nelson X-Leg Extension Dining Table Model 5062
1950's George Nelson X-Leg Extension Dining Table Model 5062

1950's George Nelson X-Leg Extension Dining Table Model 5062

$3,250

1950's George Nelson X-Leg Extension Dining Table Model 5062

By George Nelson, Herman Miller

Located in Hanover, MA

Early George Nelson model 5062 X-Leg extension dining table for Herman Miller, 1952. Table has two 12 inch extension leaves and pull-out metal extension tracks. Table is 29 inches...

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage George Nelson Desks and Writing Tables

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Iron

Early George Nelson Desk / Return, Child's Desk, Modernist, Herman Miller
Early George Nelson Desk / Return, Child's Desk, Modernist, Herman Miller

Early George Nelson Desk / Return, Child's Desk, Modernist, Herman Miller

$3,200

Early George Nelson Desk / Return, Child's Desk, Modernist, Herman Miller

By George Nelson, Herman Miller

Located in Buffalo, NY

Early George Nelson desk / return, child's desk, Modernist, Herman Miller, Retains original Herman Miller foil label, 4 drawers, pencil dividers, steel frame, minor pitting (lower right side bottom). Original designed for larger desk, return, typewriter desk...

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage George Nelson Desks and Writing Tables

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Aluminum, Steel

1960s Action Office Standing Desk by George Nelson, Herman Miler production
1960s Action Office Standing Desk by George Nelson, Herman Miler production

1960s Action Office Standing Desk by George Nelson, Herman Miler production

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1960s Action Office Standing Desk by George Nelson, Herman Miler production

By Herman Miller, Robert Propst, George Nelson

Located in Renens, CH

1960s Action Office Standing Desk by George Nelson, Herman Miler production George Nelson, architect, designer and author is famous for several ...

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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage George Nelson Desks and Writing Tables

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Metal

Yellow & Black Steel Frame Desk Model 4111 by George Nelson Herman Miller Mint
Yellow & Black Steel Frame Desk Model 4111 by George Nelson Herman Miller Mint

Yellow & Black Steel Frame Desk Model 4111 by George Nelson Herman Miller Mint

$7,500

Yellow & Black Steel Frame Desk Model 4111 by George Nelson Herman Miller Mint

By Herman Miller, George Nelson

Located in Rockaway, NJ

Yellow & black steel frame desk Model 4111 by George Nelson Herman Miller Mint.

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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern George Nelson Desks and Writing Tables

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Pink Roll Top Standing Desk by George Nelson for Herman Miller, 1950s USA
Pink Roll Top Standing Desk by George Nelson for Herman Miller, 1950s USA

Pink Roll Top Standing Desk by George Nelson for Herman Miller, 1950s USA

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Pink Roll Top Standing Desk by George Nelson for Herman Miller, 1950s USA

By George Nelson

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Very rare and highly collectible original vintage George Nelson for Herman Miller roll top "Action Desk" refinished in a salmon pink. Early productions of this piece are far more va...

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1950s Canadian Vintage George Nelson Desks and Writing Tables

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Action Office Writing Desk by George Nelson and Robert Propst for Herman Miller
Action Office Writing Desk by George Nelson and Robert Propst for Herman Miller

Action Office Writing Desk by George Nelson and Robert Propst for Herman Miller

$5,800

Action Office Writing Desk by George Nelson and Robert Propst for Herman Miller

By George Nelson, Herman Miller

Located in New York, NY

Action Office desk, designed by George Nelson & Robert Propst for Herman Miller from the 1960s. Base made of chrome-plated aluminum with white plastic protectors. Lockable hinged cov...

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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage George Nelson Desks and Writing Tables

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Metal, Aluminum

George Nelson Home Office Desk Model 4658 for Herman Miller
George Nelson Home Office Desk Model 4658 for Herman Miller

George Nelson Home Office Desk Model 4658 for Herman Miller

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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 Desks and Writing Tables

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Herman Miller Rolltop Schreibtisch action office George Nelson
Herman Miller Rolltop Schreibtisch action office George Nelson

Herman Miller Rolltop Schreibtisch action office George Nelson

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Herman Miller Rolltop Schreibtisch action office George Nelson

By George Nelson, Herman Miller

Located in Berlin, DE

Wir bieten einen wunderschönen Herman Miller Rolltop Schreibtisch aus den 1970er Jahren zum Verkauf an. Der Entwurf stammt von George Nelson und gilt heute als wahrer Designklassiker...

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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage George Nelson Desks and Writing Tables

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George Nelson Herman Miller Drop Leaf Gate Leg Dining Table or Desk
George Nelson Herman Miller Drop Leaf Gate Leg Dining Table or Desk

George Nelson Herman Miller Drop Leaf Gate Leg Dining Table or Desk

$5,500

George Nelson Herman Miller Drop Leaf Gate Leg Dining Table or Desk

By Herman Miller, George Nelson

Located in Chicago, IL

A rarer find in original black finish. Clever design by George Nelson for Herman Miller Measures: 40" depth 29.75" height. 64.75" long unfolded 41.5" half folded 18.5" folded.

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern George Nelson Desks and Writing Tables

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Wood

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By Herman Miller, George Nelson

Located in Milano, IT

Scrittoio con vani a giorno con scomparti sul piano e piccoli cassetti sotto piano. Legno di rovere e legno ricoperto in formica, struttura in alluminio. Restaurata.

Category

1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage George Nelson Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Aluminum

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George Nelson desks and writing tables are available for sale on 1stDibs. These distinctive items are frequently made of wood and are designed with extraordinary care. There are many options to choose from in our collection of George Nelson desks and writing tables, although brown editions of this piece are particularly popular. Many of the original desks and writing tables 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 desks and writing tables by Paul McCobb, Knoll, and Dunbar. Prices for George Nelson desks and writing tables can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these items begin at $2,400 and can go as high as $13,500, while a piece like these, on average, fetch $6,648.

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Questions About George Nelson Desks and Writing Tables
  • Why is George Nelson famous?
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    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.
  • What did George Nelson make?
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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.
  • Where are George Nelson clocks made?
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    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.
  • What are George Nelson Bubble Lamps made of?
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    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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