George Nelson & Associates
CSS (Comprehensive Storage System)

Herman Miller
USA, 1959
walnut, enameled aluminum, aluminum, laminate
95.5 h × 97.25 w × 21 d in (243 × 247 × 53 cm)

System is comprised of four uprights, four shelves and three cabinets with dropfront doors and adjustable shelving. Sold with four wooden shelves and one glass shelf.

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

Main elements have been married together over time, with slight differences to construction details and pulls as shown in images online. One cabinet shows small blow outs to hardware along lower edges while remaining stable when installed. Two shelves show older hardware holes along front edge. Minor discoloration, water marks and assorted wear to top surfaces in keeping with use. Good vintage condition.