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May 18, 2004

Nelson’s Reissued Swag Leg Desk

Herman Miller for the Home celebrates its 10th anniversary at this year’s ICFF. One of the latest pieces to join its collection of classic design products is a reissue of George Nelson’s 1955 Swag Leg desk. The piece has a walnut back, sides, and stretcher between its tong-shaped, chrome-plated legs. Its surfaces are white laminate, […]

By: Debra Pickrel

Herman Miller for the Home celebrates its 10th anniversary at this year’s ICFF. One of the latest pieces to join its collection of classic design products is a reissue of George Nelson’s 1955 Swag Leg desk. The piece has a walnut back, sides, and stretcher between its tong-shaped, chrome-plated legs. Its surfaces are white laminate, accented by brightly-colored wood dividers. Vitra. will manufacture the desk, while Herman Miller for the Home will distribute it; it will be available to the public in two months.

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