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What is George Nakashima known for?
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George Nakashima is perhaps best known for developing the butterfly joint. This construction method involves connecting pieces with a third piece of wood shaped like a butterfly. The joint forms a strong, sturdy connection and stabilizes pieces to fight the effects of wood expansion. On 1stDibs, shop a range of George Nakashima furniture.
1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
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George Nakashima Single Pedestal Desk
By George Nakashima
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
George Nakashima Single Pedestal Desk
Walnut splayed leg Desk
3 Drawer Pedestal
Signed on the underside of desk, George Nakashima 1968
Original Clients name marked in Drawers with Cr...
Category
Vintage 1960s American Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Walnut
George Nakashima 4 Drawer Walnut
By George Nakashima
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
George Nakashima 4 Drawer Pedestal
Executed in Walnut.
The 4 drawers rest on a cruciform base
Nice grain and pegging details
Finished Back
Original surface
Original order card availa...
Category
Vintage 1960s American Side Tables
Materials
Walnut
George Nakashima for Widdicomb Model 200-66w "Sundra" Coffee Table Rosewood/Burl
By Widdicomb Furniture Co., George Nakashima
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Designed by American icon George Nakahsima, this coffee table was made for Widdicomb. In the 1960s, Widdicomb allowed Nakashima design to reach more people with more attainable prici...
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Maple, Rosewood, Burl
Pair of George Nakashima for Widdicomb Corner Tables – Iconic Mid-Century Modern
By Widdicomb Furniture Co., George Nakashima
Located in San Diego, CA
Celebrate the quiet beauty of natural materials and timeless design with this exquisite corner or side table by George Nakashima for Widdicomb. Designed and produced in the 1958-1960...
Category
Vintage 1950s American American Craftsman Side Tables
Materials
Walnut
George Nakashima Table
By George Nakashima
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Spectacular "Q" Table/Bench
Created in 1964 by George Nakashima,
Expressive Free edge Walnut and very long table for Nakashima Table
Signed with a Rom...
Category
Vintage 1960s American Tables
Materials
Walnut
$39,500
George Nakashima Cluster base Round Dining Table
By George Nakashima
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Rarely seen example
re-oiled top
original clients name is available.
Category
Vintage 1960s American Tables
Materials
Walnut
