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2 November 2026

Ref. VST-MYM-50944092

Constellation Electric Knife Sharpener

George Nelson

Constellation Electric Knife Sharpener

1950s · United States

The Vestige · One piece only

€653

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One piece only · available

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The label

DesignerGeorge Nelson
Period1950s
OriginUnited States
TypeDecorative Objects
MaterialsCeramic, Resin & Plexiglass
DimensionsW 14 × D 8 × H 8.5 cm
W 5.5 × D 3.2 × H 3.4 in
ConditionFair, some cracks and chips to the black housing
ReferenceVST-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.

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Delivery and terms

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.

Vintage piece sold under the VAT margin scheme: net price, VAT included, not recoverable and not itemised on the invoice. Delivery quoted within 24 business hours.

Certificate of authenticity.