Herman Miller ® Nelson Standard Desk Office Suite

About the Designer
George Nelson United States (1908 - 1986)

George Nelson began his design for what became the Swag Leg Group with the simple desire to create furniture with a sculptured leg. Beyond beauty, he sought practicality, insisting that the legs be made of metal, machine formed and pre-finished. The Nelson Swag Leg Group is a revival of an historic collection by George Nelson. Introduced in 1958, the group's evocative pieces have a look, scale, and function that are simply right for today. These classic, sculpted designs can be used individually or together in the home or office, from meeting spaces to offices and dining areas.

Designed by George Nelson

The Nelson Swag Leg Group is a revival of a historic collection by George Nelson. Introduced in 1958, the group's evocative pieces have a look, scale, and function that are simply right for today. These classic, sculpted designs create a dynamic effect when used together and are perfectly suited to meet the demands of the modern workspace.

Ensemble Pieces

• The Nelson Office Ensemble includes three classic designs: the Swag Leg Desk, Swag Leg Work Table and Swag Leg Armchair. George Nelson's intent for this Swag Leg group was not merely to design an innovation; the innovation resulted from his strict criteria for the design



• He began with the legs, insisting that they be made of metal, machine formed, and pre-finished. He also wanted them to be easy for the consumer to assemble, so the desk and tables could ship knocked down to save on costs. "Swaging" -- using pressure to taper and curve a metal tube -- proved to be the best way to produce Nelson's legs, which are made of 16-gauge steel and have adjustable glides



• Solid walnut stretchers that bolt onto the legs were added for a stable, durable base that is common to both the Swag Desk and Table. For the armchair, Nelson got permission from Charles and Ray Eames to use the patented process they developed for molding plastic. Nelson took the process a step further and created separate seat and back shells that he glued together

Features at a Glance:

• Swag Leg Desk
• Wide, spacious desktop provides ample workspace
• Features cubby holes with brightly painted hardwood dividers for stylish organization
• One slot fits a laptop computer
• Two formed black plastic pencil drawers
• Wire access hole for cable management
• Durable white laminate desktop
• Walnut veneer edging and solid walnut stretcher
• Easy assembly by inserting screw into legs and rotating in opposite directions
• Practical chromed metal legs, machine formed and pre-finished with adjustable glides



• Swag Leg Work Table



• Work table adds extra workspace to the desk
• Durable white laminate or walnut veneer desktop
• Walnut veneer edging and solid walnut stretcher
• Practical chromed metal legs, machine formed and pre- finished with adjustable glides
• Easy assembly by inserting screw into legs and rotating in opposite directions



• Swag Leg Armchair



• Light scale, sculpted look
• Features polypropylene shell and chrome base
• Separate seat and back allows flexion with the sitter
• Separation also promotes aeration, preventing heat build-up and enhancing comfort
• Wide, flat arms provide a comfortable rest for forearms
• Four separate legs connect, supporting the shell, to form a stable and organic design
• Legs made from 16-gauge steel with adjustable glides
• 100% recyclable

Why Buy From Us?

• Wayfair also back a 1-Year Herman Miller Manufacturer Warranty. Should you experience any problems with your Nelson Office Ensemble, Herman Miller will cover the cost of fixing it for you within this time period
• Also, should you discover shortly after receiving your Nelson Office Ensemble that parts are either damaged or missing, please call us immediately, and we will be happy to send you replacement parts as soon as possible and at no additional cost