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Nelson Swag Leg Desk

Designer: George Nelson
Retro yet contemporary, the Nelson swag leg desk has the look, scale, and function that are just right for today.

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Just-right Scale

Although introduced in 1958, this distinctive home office desk seems to have been designed to fit today's compact electronics perfectly. It's sized perfectly for a laptop, MP3 dock, and iPad. It makes efficient use of space and fits easily into your home office, kitchen, family room, or main living area.

We've added a handy grommet to the back of the desk for efficient cable management. Colorful cubbyholes at the back keep materials organized and at hand, and one fits a laptop computer. Two molded plastic drawers store small items.

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George Nelson

Beginning with the legs.

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  • Smart, Contemporary Appearance

    Smart, Contemporary Appearance

    You don't expect to see whimsical colors on a desk, but here they are: orange, spa blue, and chartreuse hardwood dividers. The desk has walnut sides, back, and stretcher frame and a white laminate top. Two unobtrusive black storage drawers hold writing instruments.

  • Compact Dimensions

    Compact Dimensions

    This is a desk that will fit anywhere—in a kitchen, den, or study. The surface is just the right size for electronics, paper, and writing—even though laptop computers didn't exist at the time Nelson designed the desk. (Surface = W: 28 ½" x L: 39")

Nelson Swag Leg Desk

Beginning with the legs.

Sculpture Without Wood

It's All About the Legs

George Nelson began with the legs, insisting that they be made of metal and machine formed. And beautiful. He wanted that graceful curve. "Wouldn't it be beautiful to have some kind of sculptured leg on a piece of furniture?" How could that be done without wood and hand-carving tools?

It's All About the Legs
What's a Swag Leg?

What's a Swag Leg?

Using pressure to taper and curve a metal tube—the process called swaging—proved to be the best way to produce the legs. He added solid walnut stretchers that bolt to the legs for a stable, durable base. Inserting a screw in the legs and rotating them in opposite directions makes quick work of assembly—and makes a strong joint too.

Legs, Legs, and More Legs

Once he got started with swag legs, Nelson didn't stop at desks. He made a work table that lets you spread out papers and tools. And why stop there? Why not a chair? Why not dining tables? He made two—one round, one rectangular—with the walnut base stretchers in an X formation to make room for your legs.


General Dimensions

  • H:34.5"
  • W:39"
  • D:28.5"
Nelson Swag Leg Chair

Shipping Information

Standard Shipping Method:
LTL Carrier
Packaging Type:
Box
Packaging Dimensions:
42" x 32" x 12"
Package Weight:
77 lbs.
Assembly Required:
Yes
White Glove Service Recommended:
Yes

Warranty

Warranty:
1-year
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Care & Maintenance

With regular care and maintenance, your Herman Miller product will provide many years of superior performance and satisfaction. To maintain quality, please follow the cleaning procedures outlined here.

The instructions for the care and maintenance of Herman Miller products are provided to you as a service. No warranty is implied since results may vary.

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Chrome

For normal cleaning, wet cheesecloth in a nonabrasive cleaner, like liquid dish soap, and rub the chrome component lightly until the original luster reappears. Dry the component with a soft cloth to remove any soap residue.

Solid Wood and Veneer

For normal cleaning, dust furniture daily with a slightly damp, soft cloth. Wipe dry with a dry, soft cloth in the direction of the wood grain. Once a month, clean the surface with a soft cloth dampened with a quality cleaner formulated for wood furniture. Wipe the surface in the direction of the wood grain to remove dirt and fingerprints. Wipe dry with a clean, dry cloth. Twice a year, apply a good quality emulsion wax to the finish with a soft cloth. Emulsion wax is clear and prevents fingerprints.

For minor repair of water rings, stains, and scratches, rub the surface lightly in the direction of the wood grain using No. 000 steel wool. Apply a scratch-removing polish with a color and value that simulate the veneer. If the scratches are deep, consult a professional furniture refinisher.

Laminates

Products using laminate may include tabletops, work surfaces, counter caps, transaction surfaces, flipper doors, and lateral files.

For normal cleaning, wash the laminate with a soft cloth and a solution of mild detergent and warm water. Rinse thoroughly and dry with a soft cloth.

For minor repair of burns or other stubborn marks, apply a nonabrasive liquid kitchen cleanser with a soft cloth soaked in warm water. Rub in the direction of the grain; use caution to avoid damaging the surface texture or gloss. If no grain direction is visible, rub with a light, circular motion.

Do not use powdered abrasives or other harsh cleansers like hypochlorite bleach, hydrogen peroxide, nitric or hydrochloric acids, or lye; they may deface the surface and change the finish color.

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