"Herman Miller Presents the Steelframe Units by George Nelson," 1954

THF126901 / "Herman Miller Presents the Steelframe Units by George Nelson," 1954
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Artifact Overview

Artifact Details

Artifact

Postcard

Subject Date

1954

Location

By Request in the Benson Ford Research Center

Object ID

89.177.201

Credit

From the Collections of The Henry Ford. Gift of Herman Miller, Inc.

Material

Paper (Fiber product)

Technique

Printing (Process)

Color

Multicolored

Dimensions

Height: 3.5 in
Width: 5.5 in

Inscriptions

on back: HERMAN MILLER presents the Steelframe units by GEORGE NELSON. Vivid color, used imaginatively, distinguishes this practical series. Especially desirable where smart appearance must be achieved at minimum cost. Available in both seating arrangements and storage units. Herman Miller Furniture Co., Zeeland, Mich. / (Shown on reverse side: BHU Steelframe Seating unit, 4014 Chest, 4113 Desk, and DKX-1 Chair)
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