George Nelson (1908-1986) for Herman Miller, Basic Series twin size storage headboards, pair, Grand Rapids, MI, USA, 1950s, walnut, ebonized birch, tufted black vinyl upholstery, forms a king size headboard when used together, each: 40"w x 12.5"d x 39.75"h. Note: listing modified 3/3/16 to add condition information.

There are a few small stains and spots to the tops. There is a small veneer loss to one lower edge that will be hidden by a mattress. No holes or tears to the fabric. All of the tufted buttons are intact. The sliding headrest panels work well. Light surface scratches and scuffs. Sturdy and structurally sound. Overall, very good original condition. Provenance: Joe Kunkel, Olympia Fields, IL. Joe Kunkel specializes in the marketing and sale of modernist properties and unique architecture in the Chicago area with the firm Baird & Warner. He is President and Co-founder of Chicago Bauhaus and Beyond.