Long Platform Bench, Model 4993, by George Nelson for Herman Miller
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Description
Designed by George Nelson in 1946 as part of his inaugural collection for Herman Miller, the Platform Bench was intended to serve variously as seating, as a low table, or as a base for shallow case pieces. It features slats of finger-jointed hardwood in a natural finish set on ebonized trapezoidal supports. This rare 102-inch-long bench, model 4693, has three sets of legs and a rich patina.
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More Information
Documentation: Documented elsewhere (exact item) Origin: United States, Michigan Period: 1950-1979 Materials: Hardwood Condition: Good. Creation Date: early 1950s Styles / Movements: Modern, Mid Century Incollect Reference #: 476267 -
Dimensions
W. 102.25 in; H. 15.25 in; D. 18.5 in; W. 259.72 cm; H. 38.74 cm; D. 46.99 cm;
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