George Nelson & Associates, cabinet and bookcase

George Nelson & Associates
cabinet, model 4937 and bookcase, model 4935

Herman Miller
USA, 1946
walnut, glass, aluminum
53.75 h × 56.25 w × 19.5 d in (137 × 143 × 50 cm)

Cabinet features four drawers and two doors concealing one adjustable shelf. Bookcase features two sliding glass doors with three adjustable shelves. Foil manufacturer's label to drawer 'George Nelson Design Herman Miller Zeeland, Michigan'.

Literature: George Nelson: Architect, Writer, Designer, Teacher, von Vegesack and Eisenbrand, pg. 243 discusses series The Herman Miller Collection, manufacturer's catalog, 1955, unpaginated Dimensions: Condition Report: Assorted surface wear to exterior, with upper cabinet bearing a one inch gouge near center of left side. Small losses to back corners, with one small area of house paint along right back edge. Hardware of right door has blown out and has been stabilized with additional hardware, functioning in use (images available). Fair vintage condition. Cabinet would benefit from restoration.