While its more austere predecessor – with wooden slat seat – was designed by George Nelson to discourage guests from lingering in his office, the comfortable Nelson Cane Bench (1952) is sure to encourage any visitor to stay. Offering a pleasing mix of materials, the richly textured cane is surrounded by a wood frame, and stands on metal legs. Because the cane is taut but gives ever so slightly, this bench is ideally suited for use as a seat, table, or both. This is the authentic Nelson Bench produced by Herman Miller.