George Nelson & Associates
CSS (Comprehensive Storage System)


Herman Miller
USA, 1959
enameled and brushed aluminum, walnut
86.5 h x 33 w x 14.75 d in (220 x 84 x 37 cm)

System is comprised of two compression-mount uprights, one drop-down secretary concealing one adjustable glass shelf and two walnut shelves. One of the shelves has recessed aluminum tracks for dividers.

Literature: George Nelson: Architect, Writer, Designer, Teacher, von Vegesack and Eisenbrand, pg. 245 discusses series Design for Living: Furniture and Lighting 1950-2000, Hanks and Hoy, ppg. 54-55

This work will ship from Chicago, Illinois.

Overall good condition. General wear exists throughout the unit typical of use over time. This wear consists of scattered abrasions, slight finish loss, and a few scratches. Small loss of veneer is apparent to the inside that has been touched-up. A small chip exists to the edge of the glass shelf. Minor discoloration to the brushed aluminum. Height adjusts from 85.5" - 92"