Ebonized slatted platform bench, designed by George Nelson for Herman Miller. The finger-jointed solid wood surface is constructed as a precise lattice, set on angular legs that lift the form into a light, architectural plane. Compact in scale yet visually open, the design reflects Nelson’s philosophy of flexible, multipurpose furniture for the modern interior. It can serve as a coffee table, additional seating, or even a low display surface.
Introduced in the 1940s as part of Nelson’s pioneering program for Herman Miller, this bench embodies the shift toward modular living, where a single piece could move between domestic and public spaces with ease. Its construction highlights Nelson’s emphasis on craftsmanship and joinery, while its simplicity made it one of the most enduring American modernist forms. This early vintage example shows a well-preserved patina, underscoring its authenticity and age.
Designer: George Nelson
Manufacturer: Herman Miller
Origin: United States
Date: 1950s
Dimensions: 14" H x 48" W x 19" D
Ebonized slatted platform bench, designed by George Nelson for Herman Miller. The finger-jointed solid wood surface is constructed as a precise lattice, set on angular legs that lift the form into a light, architectural plane. Compact in scale yet visually open, the design reflects Nelson’s philosophy of flexible, multipurpose furniture for the modern interior. It can serve as a coffee table, additional seating, or even a low display surface.
Introduced in the 1940s as part of Nelson’s pioneering program for Herman Miller, this bench embodies the shift toward modular living, where a single piece could move between domestic and public spaces with ease. Its construction highlights Nelson’s emphasis on craftsmanship and joinery, while its simplicity made it one of the most enduring American modernist forms. This early vintage example shows a well-preserved patina, underscoring its authenticity and age.
Designer: George Nelson
Manufacturer: Herman Miller
Origin: United States
Date: 1950s
Dimensions: 14" H x 48" W x 19" D
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