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Nakashima Desk Chair

George Nakashima Model 206 Side Chair for Widdicomb
By George Nakashima
Located in Dallas, TX
A rare model 206 dining / desk side chair designed by George Nakashima for Widdicomb. A matching
Category

Vintage 1950s Side Chairs

Materials

Walnut

Jasper Furniture Walnut Desk Chair in Grey Faux Shearling Bouclé
By Jasper Furniture Company
Located in Wilton, CT
This piece is unique in that the design is influenced by the work of George Nakashima. Nakashima
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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Metal

Solid Birch Barrel Back Bent Wood Spindle Back Armchair Desk Chair
By George Nakashima, Paul McCobb
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Mid-Century Modern solid birch dining desk armchair attributed to Paul McCobb. Nice complement to
Category

20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Birch

Set of 8 Teak and Bouclé Dining Chairs by Arne Vodder for Sibast, 1960s, Signed
By Sibast, Arne Vodder
Located in Los Angeles, CA
). While these share some design similarities with George Nakashima's 'New' chairs, this set of eight
Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Bouclé, Teak

Munkegaard ceiling or wall lamp by Arne Jacobsen for Louis Poulsen, Denmark 2005
By Louis Poulsen, Arne Jacobsen
Located in Paris, FR
can find school desks, chairs and other lighting with same model name, since Arne Jacobsen designed
Category

Early 2000s Danish Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Brass

'Taliesin' Mahogany Dresser / Sideboard by Frank Lloyd Wright, 1955, Signed
By Frank Lloyd Wright, Heritage-Henredon
Located in Los Angeles, CA
example desks could double as dressing tables, small tables could be used as a chair or stool and
Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Dressers

Materials

Mahogany

George Nakashima Woodworker Catalog with Price List
By George Nakashima Woodworkers
Located in New York, NY
Catalog of offerings from renowned craft woodworker George Nakashima, published circa 1990. 4to, 24
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1990s American American Craftsman Books

Materials

Paper

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Located in Praha, CZ
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Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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By George Nakashima
Located in Hudson, NY
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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Desks

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Located in Wargrave, Berkshire
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George Nakashima Desk/Side Chair
Located in New York, NY
George Nakashima's iconic grass seated chair.
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George Nakashima Desk/Side Chair
George Nakashima Desk/Side Chair
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Conoid Writing Table By George Nakashima
By George Nakashima
Located in Sagaponack, NY
canted legs supporting the top. Shown with studio-made New Chairs by Nakashima (set of twelve available).
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Rare George Nakashima Single Pedestal Desk, Widdicomb, 1950's
By Widdicomb Furniture Co., George Nakashima
Located in Culver City, CA
Nakashima as part os his Origins collection for Widdicomb. This handsome desk, in black walnut was
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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Desks

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Origins Desk / Side Chair by George Nakashima
Located in San Diego, CA
Hand crafted walnut and leather Origins chair by George Nakashima for Widdicomb. This chair is
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Located in Westport, CT
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By Vladimir Kagan, Kagan-Dreyfuss, Inc.
Located in Westport, CT
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Vladimir Kagan, Armchair / Desk Chair, Wood, White Boucle, Kagan-Dreyfus, 1960s
By Vladimir Kagan
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Vladimir Kagan, Armchair / Desk Chair, Wood, White Boucle, Kagan-Dreyfus, 1960s
By Vladimir Kagan
Located in High Point, NC
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Vladimir Kagan, Armchair / Desk Chair, Wood, White Boucle, Kagan-Dreyfus, 1960s
By Vladimir Kagan
Located in High Point, NC
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Rare Frank Lloyd Heritage Henredon Dining Set W/ Leaf, Mahogany, Copper & Velvet
By Frank Lloyd Wright, Heritage-Henredon
Located in Culver City, CA
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'Taliesin' Collection Mahogany Cabinets by Frank Lloyd Wright, 1955, Signed
By Frank Lloyd Wright, Heritage-Henredon
Located in Los Angeles, CA
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Mahogany

'Taliesin' Collection Mahogany Sideboard by Frank Lloyd Wright, 1955, Signed
By Frank Lloyd Wright, Heritage-Henredon
Located in Los Angeles, CA
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George Nakashima Special Conoid Desk with Two Free Edges
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Located in Chicago, IL
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By George Nakashima
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H 29 in W 16 in D 14.75 in
George Nakashima "New" Chairs, Set of Eight, Authenticated 1960s Production
By George Nakashima
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This is a remarkable set of eight (8) walnut and hickory "New" chairs by George Nakashima and
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Paul Mccobb Writing Desk & Matching Original Chair
By Paul McCobb, George Nakashima Woodworkers
Located in Bensalem, PA
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Maple

Vladimir Kagan, Armchair / Desk Chair, Wood, White Boucle, Kagan-Dreyfus, 1960s
By Vladimir Kagan
Located in High Point, NC
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By Paul McCobb
Located in San Diego, CA
Nakashima, he was adept at interpreting traditional forms, in particular those of chairs, for the 20th
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'Taliesin' Collection Platform Nightstand by Frank Lloyd Wright, 1955, Signed
By Heritage-Henredon, Frank Lloyd Wright
Located in Los Angeles, CA
-access items, then below are two pull out drawers, all on top of a Nakashima-style base. Frank Lloyd
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'Taliesin' Mahogany Chest of Drawers by Frank Lloyd Wright, 1955, Signed
By Heritage-Henredon, Frank Lloyd Wright
Located in Los Angeles, CA
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Mahogany

'Taliesin' Collection Mahogany Cabinet by Frank Lloyd Wright, 1955, Signed
By Heritage-Henredon, Frank Lloyd Wright
Located in Los Angeles, CA
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Mahogany

'Taliesin' Mahogany Dresser / Sideboard by Frank Lloyd Wright, 1955, Signed
By Heritage-Henredon, Frank Lloyd Wright
Located in Los Angeles, CA
example desks could double as dressing tables, small tables could be used as a chair or stool and
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Mahogany

'Taliesin' Mahogany Highboy Dresser by Frank Lloyd Wright, 1955, Signed
By Heritage-Henredon, Frank Lloyd Wright
Located in Los Angeles, CA
example desks could double as dressing tables, small tables could be used as a chair or stool and
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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Dressers

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Mahogany

'Taliesin' Mahogany Sideboard w Gallery Deck by Frank Lloyd Wright, 1955, Signed
By Heritage-Henredon, Frank Lloyd Wright
Located in Los Angeles, CA
all standing on a signature Taliesin Nakashima-style base, and is the most desirable of the
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1950 Knoll Index of Designs
Located in New York, NY
Marianne Strengell. The catalog is divided into color-coded sections for chairs, tables, chests, desks, and
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1950 Knoll Index of Designs
1950 Knoll Index of Designs
H 12 in W 9 in D 0.4 in
George Nakashima Desk and Mira Chair
By George Nakashima
Located in New York, NY
A George Nakashima desk with Mira style chair.
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Walnut, Hickory

Nakashima Conoid Chair
By George Nakashima
Located in Lambertville, NJ
Iconic "Conoid" chair in dining/desk height, originally designed by George Nakashima, New Hope, PA
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20th Century American Side Chairs

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Walnut, Hickory

Nakashima Conoid Chair
Nakashima Conoid Chair
H 35.5 in W 20 in D 24 in
George Nakashima "Free Edge" Wall-Mounted Desk
By George Nakashima
Located in Los Angeles, CA
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Nakashima "Conoid" Desk with "New" Chair
Located in Palm Springs, CA
Fantastic Conoid desk custom made by George Nakashima, with matching New chair. The desk top lifts
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Walnut

Nakashima "Conoid" Desk with "New" Chair
Located in Palm Springs, CA
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George Nakashima Conoid Chair
H 36 in W 20 in D 20 in
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Located in Los Angeles, CA
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By George Nakashima
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Questions About Nakashima Desk Chair
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    Which chair is best for a George Nakashima Origins for Widdicomb desk is largely a matter of preference. George Nakashima chairs with Shaker-inspired spindle backs like the Mira and Conoid tend to complement the lines of the desks in the collection. However, you can mix and match styles to create an eclectic look. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of George Nakashima desks and chairs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 19, 2021
    There are many kinds of office chairs — it is a matter of preference. An office desk chair should have a few features such as adjustability in height, backrests and armrests, lumbar support, sufficient seat depth and width, sufficient padding in breathable material, and swivel and casters for easy movement. On 1stDibs, explore a diverse collection of office desk chairs today.