George Nelson & Associates, CSS

George Nelson & Associates
CSS (Comprehensive Storage System)

Herman Miller
USA, 1959
laminate over wood, aluminum
92 h × 65 w × 15 d in (234 × 165 × 38 cm)

System is comprised of three uprights with attached doors and twelve shelves.

Provenance: Acquired directly from Herman Miller | Collection of Betty Gorecki, Lombard, IL

Literature: George Nelson: Architect, Writer, Designer, Teacher, von Vegesack and Eisenbrand, pg. 245 discusses series Dimensions: Condition Report: Aluminum surfaces bear minor wear in keeping with contact over time. Two doors are missing laminate strips along upper edge not readily visible when installed. Shelving shows minor wear and discoloration associated with normal use, with two shelves showing more advanced discoloration in the form of water marks. One upright shows hardware holes along outer edge; unit likely had three bays at some point. Overall good vintage condition.