Constellation Electric Knife Sharpener
1950s · United States
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The label
- Designer
- George Nelson
- Period
- 1950s
- Origin
- United States
- Materials
- Ceramic, Resin & Plexiglass
- Dimensions
- W 14 × D 8 × H 8.5 cmW 5.5 × D 3.2 × H 3.4 in
- Condition
- Fair, some cracks and chips to the black housing
- Reference
- VST-MYM-50944092
The story
George Nelson
An electric knife sharpener from George Nelson's office, known as the Constellation for the pattern of dots on its housing. A rare domestic object by the designer of the Ball Clock and the Bubble Lamps.
Materials: Plastic, ceramic
Style: Mid-Century Modern
Origin: United States
Period: Mid-20th Century
About George Nelson
George Nelson (1908-1986) was an American architect and designer, design director of Herman Miller from 1945. His office produced some of the best known objects of American modernism, from the Ball Clock to the Bubble Lamps.
Delivery
Every piece is packed and shipped under insurance, from the workshop to you. White glove delivery (unpacking, installation, packaging removal) is available on request. Delivery is not charged at checkout: we send you a quote within 24 business hours of your order. You have 5 days to accept and pay it (secure payment link or bank transfer), otherwise your order is cancelled and fully refunded.
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