George Nelson & Associates
Executive Office desk and return


Herman Miller
USA, 1949
walnut, rosewood, maple, aluminum, Formica, leather
desk: 30 h x 63.25 w x 69.25 d in (76 x 161 x 176 cm)
cabinet: 24.25 h x 34.25 w x 19.25 d in (62 x 87 x 49 cm)

Desk features six drawers, one cabinet door concealing open storage, and hidden compartment with open storage, along with associated cabinet featuring two locking doors concealing open storage. Foil manufacturer's labels to interior of cabinet and one desk drawer 'George Nelson Design Herman Miller Zeeland Michigan'.

Literature: George Nelson: Architect, Writer, Designer, Teacher, von Vegesack and Eisenbrand, pg.272 discusses series

This work will ship from Lambertville, New Jersey.

Vintage overall condition, showing areas of wear throughout consistent with daily use over time. Wooden surfaces exhibit several scattered scratches, fading, staining and streaking to finish, as well as moderate chips, impressions and indentations. Formica top retains a few repaired seam separations. Some desk drawers stick slightly, lack a functional key and desk cabinet is lacking a shelf. Associated cabinet is lacking shelving and shelf clips. Retains key. Please note this work may require the buyer to obtain a CITES permit to export out of the United States. Due to increased scrutiny regarding the issuance of CITES certificates, we cannot guarantee an export permit will be granted.