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Modern Furniture Profile

Marshmallow Sofa by Irving Harper for George Nelson 1956

his funky piece of furniture oozes fun!

It is constructed of a black enamelled tubular steel frame and has detachable vinyl covered foam circular cushions for ease of cleaning.

Only hundreds of the Marshmallow sofa's were ever produced between 1956 - 1963.

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Marshmallow Sofa - George Nelson and George Irving, buy it here

They were available in fabric, vinyl or leather upholstery and the brightly coloured option of shocking pink, purple and orange vinyl was one of the most popular.

It was designed for commercial contract use but led the way for residential furniture's future path in the 1960's

It's design encapulates original thinking, fun and novel themes of humor and makes a foal point of any room.

The ability to see through the sofa means that it keeps on open plan space light and airy.

It was a catalyst for the Pop Art Movement in the 1960's. It's explosive look creates movement and aesthetically it could well be a piece of sculpture in any art gallery.

It is now produced by Herman Miller under license and available to add to your home by selecting the picture above for more information.

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How to See by George Nelson, buy it now


How to See

by George Nelson

Learn more from George Nelson about numerous design topics, through essays, photographs and personal archives, an essential piece of design philosophy for any budding design student. This book is only avavilable through DWR, and we can provide you acces to it now, so take a look, select the photograph above for more information.

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Sunflower Clock - George Nelson, buy it now

Sunflower Clock

by George Nelson

Designed in the 1950's by George Nelson this clock is reproduced by Vita Design Museum and made of Birch Plywood and lacquered metal. A fantastic design piece for any home, traditional or contemporary. It's classic design will stand the test of time and be around to tell you the time for years to come. A wonderful sculptural 3 dimensional piece of artwork that has a purpose and function. Get yours now, select the photo to find out how.

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