George Nelson - Herman Miller Dresser - Capsule Auctions

Local/Staging environment

May Great Estates +

Lot 7

American (1908-1986)

Herman Miller Dresser

Medium

wood, chrome

Dimensions

45 3/4 x 34 x 18 inches

Signature

manufacturer plaque to drawer interior

Estimate: $400 - $600

Price Realized: $384
Includes buyer's premium

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About this Lot

Description

Mid century dresser by George Nelson for Herman Miller's "Basic Series", with six drawers with metal pulls, raised on four ebonized wood legs

Provenance: From a Bronxville Estate
Condition: with scattered minor abrasions and very minor dents, some spots of latex paint and other wear to finish, one drawer pull with break, one drawer lacking pull

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Condition reports are based on visual inspection by the Capsule team under typical office lighting. Unless otherwise noted, items are not examined under UV light in advance of sale. We do not guarantee the content of written or verbal condition reports. Remember, all lots are previously owned and all sales are final. The absence of a condition report does not imply that there are no condition issues with the lot.

Art has not been examined out of the frame unless otherwise stated. Frames, lampshades, or items described as “supplementary” are not considered integral to the value of the lot and are excluded from condition assessments. This includes any mat, mounting, glazing, hanging apparatus, case, box, or stand. Timepiece movements, lighting elements and items with mechanical or electrical components have not been thoroughly tested and are not covered under warranty by Capsule.

George Nelson

American 1908-1986

George Nelson was an influential American designer and architect whose work had a significant impact on the fields of industrial design and interior design during the mid-20th century. George Nelson is perhaps best known for his iconic furniture designs. He created a range of timeless pieces, including the Coconut Chair, Marshmallow Sofa, and the Ball Clock, which have become classic examples of mid-century modern design. These designs are celebrated for their clean lines, innovative use of materials, and functional simplicity. Nelson played a vital role in introducing and popularizing the modernist design movement in the United States. His designs often reflected the principles of modernism, emphasizing functionality, minimalism, and the use of novel materials, such as fiberglass and steel. As the design director of Herman Miller, George Nelson played a pivotal role in nurturing and collaborating with other notable designers and architects, such as Charles and Ray Eames and Isamu Noguchi. He designed several notable buildings and interiors, including the renowned IBM Pavilion for the 1964 New York World's Fair.