{"product_id":"alexander-girard-side-table-in-granite-for-herman-miller","title":"Rare Alexander Girard Side Table in Blue Pearl Granite for Herman Miller","description":"\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"1\"\u003eAlexander Girard, alongside legends like Charles and Ray Eames and George Nelson, redefined postwar American design. While his peers often leaned into the austere, Girard brought the soul—infusing Modernism with a playful sense of color, texture, and pattern. Famous for his textiles designs, Girard also designed a small range of furniture for Herman Miller and Braniff Airways which was produced for only a short time.  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"2\"\u003eThis original side table is a stunning testament to that creative exuberance. Custom-designed for \u003cb data-index-in-node=\"98\" data-path-to-node=\"2\"\u003eBraniff International Airways\u003c\/b\u003e, this isn't just a piece of furniture; it’s a fragment of aviation and design history. Rare piece of Herman Miller history often seen only in museum collections. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"3\"\u003eWhy This Piece Stands Out:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"4\"\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"4\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"4,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"4,0,0\"\u003eThe Stone:\u003c\/b\u003e Our particular example features a striking \u003cstrong data-complete=\"true\" data-sfc-cb=\"\" data-sfc-root=\"c\" class=\"Yjhzub\"\u003eBlue Pearl Granite\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"54\" data-path-to-node=\"4,0,0\"\u003e top\u003c\/b\u003e, dancing with white and blue flecks that truly come alive when caught in the light. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"4\"\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"4\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"4,0,0\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eItalian-made stone tops were a hallmark of the higher-end production.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"4\"\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"4\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"4,0,0\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe stone features distinct, reflective \"eyes\" or \"pearls\" of labradorite. These create a holographic, blue-silver shimmer against a dark charcoal background. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"4,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"4,1,0\"\u003eAuthentic Pedigree:\u003c\/b\u003e Unlike later reissues, this base is crafted from \u003cb data-index-in-node=\"69\" data-path-to-node=\"4,1,0\"\u003ewelded die-cast aluminum\u003c\/b\u003e, maintaining the structural integrity of the original design. It also retains the \u003cb data-index-in-node=\"184\" data-path-to-node=\"4,1,0\"\u003eoriginal Herman Miller logo\u003c\/b\u003e attached to the underside. As well as a made in Italy stamp on the Granite.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"4\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"4,1,0\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAlthough the raw stone was likely quarried in Norway, Italy has historically been the world's primary hub for high-end stone finishing and fabrication, explaining the \"Made in Italy\" stamp found on authentic vintage Herman Miller tables. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"4,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"4,2,0\"\u003eThe Braniff Shockmount:\u003c\/b\u003e This table features the original shockmount—a rare technical detail found only on the first production batch specifically commissioned for Braniff Airway.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"4,2,0\"\u003eThis is a truly exceptional find for the serious Alex Girard collector or anyone looking to anchor a room with a piece of Mid-Century history.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"4,2,0\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"4,2,0\"\u003eDimensions: 19.75 “W x 19.75” x 20.25 H \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Hobbs Modern","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45062414991413,"sku":"HM-260410-491","price":6995.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0293\/5534\/3925\/files\/Rare_Alexander_Girard_Side_Table_in_Blue_Pearl_Granite_for_Herman_Miller.jpg?v=1774383398","url":"https:\/\/hobbsmodern.com\/products\/alexander-girard-side-table-in-granite-for-herman-miller","provider":"Hobbs Modern","version":"1.0","type":"link"}