Nelson Desk, circa 1958-1968

THF154162 / Nelson Desk, circa 1958-1968
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Artifact Overview

Artifact Details

Artifact

Desk

Date Made

circa 1958-1968

Creator Notes

Designed by George Nelson for Herman Miller, Inc.

Location

Not on exhibit to the public.

Object ID

89.177.84

Credit

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

Material

Plastic
Wood (Plant material)
Walnut (Wood)
Veneer
Chrome steel

Technique

Veneering

Color

White (Color)

Dimensions

Height: 34.5 in (confirmed CMD)
Width: 39 in (confirmed CMD)
Depth: 28.5 in (confirmed CMD)

Inscriptions

Round metal label "DESIGNED BY GEORGE NELSON...HERMAN MILLER..."
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