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George Nelson & Associates

Thin Edge cabinet, model 5245

Herman Miller
USA, 1952
rosewood, aluminum, porcelain
55.75 w x 19.5 d x 40.5 h inches
Cabinet features five drawers and one door concealing two adjustable shelves.

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Estimate: $3,000–5,000
Result: $4,063

Literature: George Nelson: Architect, Writer, Designer, Teacher, von Vegesack and Eisenbrand, pg. 244 discusses series The Herman Miller Collection, manufacturer’s catalog, 1955, unpaginated


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Fine vintage condition overall. Thin strip of veneer lifting along back right edge on side with minor loss. Contact paper has been applied to each drawer interior. Small losses to pulls.

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Modern Design

06 October 2009
12:00pm cst