Mid Century George Nakashima “Origins” Walnut Writing Desk or Coffee Table
By George Nakashima, Widdicomb Furniture Co.
Located in Bedford Hills, NY
Documented writing desk from George Nakashima’s Origins series, executed in richly grained walnut and produced in the United States under the auspices of the Nakashima Studio.
Walnut
George Nakashima Origins King Size Headboard for Widdicomb, 1950's
By George Nakashima
Located in Los Angeles, CA
George Nakashima "Origins" Headboard for Widdicomb, circa 1950's.
Wood
George Nakashima Origins Dresser for Widdicomb
By George Nakashima
Located in San Francisco, CA
George Nakashima design dresser for his Origins line by Widdicomb, 1959.
Brass
George Nakashima Origins Headboard by Widdicomb
By George Nakashima
Located in San Francisco, CA
George Nakashima design headboard for a king or queen sized bed for his Origins series by Widdicomb, 1959.
Elm
George Nakashima "Origins" dresser for Widdicomb
By Widdicomb Furniture Co., George Nakashima
Located in Coronado, CA
The 60 piece Origins line was a change of pace and gave George Nakashima the ability to use to use exotic woods and veneers.
Bronze
George Nakashima Origins Line Coffee Table for Widdicomb, Carpathian Elm, 1961
By Widdicomb Furniture Co., George Nakashima
Located in Camden, ME
A rare and documented coffee table designed by George Nakashima for Widdicomb, produced as part of the Origins Line, introduced in 1958 and discontinued in 1963.
Elm, Walnut, Burl
Pair of Origins Lounge Chairs in the Style of George Nakashima
By George Nakashima
Located in San Francisco, CA
In the style of George Nakashima's Origins lounge chair, originally produced by Widdicomb in the 1950s.
Leather, Walnut
Rare George Nakashima x Widdicomb Origin Collection Walnut Dining Table & Chairs
By George Nakashima
Located in Keego Harbor, MI
A rare, vintage George Nakashima Origins Collection dining set manufactured by Widdicomb circa 1959.
Walnut
$15,000Sale Price|20% Off
George Nakashima Dressing Table, Vanity, Origins, Widdicomb - Mueller, 1957
By Widdicomb Furniture Co., George Nakashima
Located in Culver City, CA
This is a rare George Nakashima Origins dressing table for Widdicomb-Mueller, executed in East Indian Laurel with that coveted Sundra finish-- and if you’re even remotely familiar wi...
Wood
$9,600Sale Price|20% Off
Magnificent George Nakashima Widdicomb Kingsize Headboard Bed Origins Collection
By George Nakashima
Located in Pemberton, NJ
Surface is incredibly clean, laurel wood veneer has a stunning grain whose lines move with the form. Part of the “Origins Collection” Nakashima designed for Widdicomb in 1959.
Walnut
Fauteuil, Origins by George Nakashima, Widdicomb
By George Nakashima, Widdicomb Furniture Co.
Located in LAMBLORE, FR
Ce fauteuil, conçue par George Nakashima, illustre parfaitement son approche artisanale et poétique du bois. Réalisée en noyer massif, elle combine des lignes épurées à une structure...
Walnut
12 Drawer George Nakashima Dresser Origins Widdicomb 1959
By Widdicomb Furniture Co., George Nakashima
Located in Camden, ME
George Nakashima for Widdicomb Origins Line Twelve-Drawer Dresser United States, 1959 A twelve-drawer dresser designed by George Nakashima for the Origins line produced by Widdicomb...
Brass
George Nakashima for Widdicomb Origins Model 215 Walnut Nightstands - Pair
By Widdicomb Furniture Co., George Nakashima
Located in Franklin Park, IL
George Nakashima for Widdicomb Origins Model 215 Mid Century Walnut Nightstands - Pair Each nightstand measures: 22 wide x 20 deep x 19.75 inches high Good Vintage Condition.
Walnut
Nakashima For Widdicomb Origins Drop Leaf Table
By Widdicomb Furniture Co.
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Mid-Century Modern dining table designed by George Nakashima for the “Origins” collection manufactured by Widdicomb Furniture, circa 1950s.
Walnut
Exceptional George Nakashima Dresser for Widdicomb
By George Nakashima
Located in Philadelphia, PA
We are thrilled to present this fantastic George Nakashima Dresser. Manufactured for Widdicomb's "Origins" Collection in the 1950s.
Hardwood
George Nakashima Walnut and Brass Monumental Cabinet for Widdicomb
By Widdicomb Furniture Co., George Nakashima
Located in New York, NY
A very rare Monumental triple dresser, sideboard, or credenza By George Nakashima for Widdicomb Furniture, "Origins" Collection, USA, 1950s.
Brass
George Nakashima Sculpted Walnut Dresser for Widdicomb, Newly Restored
By Widdicomb Furniture Co., George Nakashima
Located in South Bend, IN
Matching mirror available separately. The Origins Group was created by George Nakashima, widely considered one of the world's greatest craftsmen in wood.
Brass
George Nakashima Sculpted Walnut Gentleman's Chest for Widdicomb, Newly Restored
By George Nakashima, Widdicomb Furniture Co.
Located in South Bend, IN
Excellent condition. The Origins Group was created by George Nakashima, widely considered one of the world's greatest craftsmen in wood.
Brass
Widdicomb Trapezoidal Side Table
By George Nakashima, Widdicomb Furniture Co.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This design is similar to tables that George Nakashima did for his "Origins" collection for Widdicomb.
Walnut
Widdicomb Walnut Coffee Table
By George Nakashima, Widdicomb Furniture Co.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This design is similar to tables that George Nakashima did for his "Origins" collection for Widdicomb.
Walnut
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H 46.07 in W 48.04 in D 17.92 in
George Nakashima Walnut Tallboy for Widdicombe, USA, 1964
By George Nakashima
Located in Wargrave, Berkshire
Twelve drawer tallboy finished in American Walnut. Designed by George Nakashima for the 'Origins' range manufactured in partnership with Widdicombe USA.
Walnut
George Nakashima Mid Century Modern Design Seven Drawer Chest
By George Nakashima
Located in Coral Gables, FL
This American mid-century modern design seven drawer chest was designed ca 1950 by George Nakashima (1905 -1990) for his Origins Line, produced by the Widdicomb Furniture company, Gr...
Walnut
George Nakashima Origins Dresser for Widdicomb, 1959
By Widdicomb Furniture Co., George Nakashima
Located in San Juan Capistrano, CA
George Nakashima Origins Dresser for Widdicomb, 1959. Exceptional Grain.
Brass
George Nakashima Origins Mirror for Widdicomb
By Widdicomb Furniture Co., George Nakashima
Located in Brooklyn, NY
George Nakashima origins mirror. Stunning, substantial wall mirror constructed of solid walnut.
George Nakashima "Origins" Dining Chairs for Widdicomb, 1950s
By George Nakashima
Located in Coronado, CA
Rare and beautiful set of 6 George Nakashima "Origins" Dining chairs, model 206-W, produced by Widdicomb in the 1950s.
Wool, Walnut
George Nakashima Origins Tall Dresser for Widdicomb
By Widdicomb Furniture Co., George Nakashima
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Rare example of the George Nakashima origins oversized tall dresser for Widdicomb.
Walnut
George Nakashima Origins Wall Mirror
By George Nakashima
Located in San Francisco, CA
George Nakashima large and impressive black walnut wall mirror for his Origins line for Widdicomb.
Mirror, Walnut
George Nakashima "Origins" Lounge Chair
By George Nakashima
Located in San Francisco, CA
George Nakashima design lounge chair for his "Origins" line for Widdicomb Furniture Co.
Walnut
George Nakashima Origins Credenza, Model 205
By George Nakashima
Located in San Francisco, CA
George Nakashima design credenza, model 205 for his "Origins" line produced by Widdicomb.
Walnut
George Nakashima Origins 12-Drawer Chest
By George Nakashima
Located in Toronto, Ontario
A splendid example of the iconic origins series chest of drawers by George Nakashima for Widdicomb.
George Nakashima Origins lounge chair
Located in San Juan Capistrano, CA
Origins armchair by George Nakashima for Widdicomb.
Walnut, Fabric
George Nakashima Origins Dresser for Widdicomb
By Widdicomb Furniture Co., George Nakashima
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Walnut dresser by George Nakashima for Grand Rapids, Michigan-based company Widdicomb, c.1960s for their "Origins" collection.
Brass
George Nakashima "Origins" Tall Chest for Widdicomb
By George Nakashima
Located in San Francisco, CA
George Nakashima design tall chest or dresser for his "Origins" line produced 1959-1961 by Widdicomb.
Oak, Walnut
George Nakashima Origins Dining Table for Widdicomb
By George Nakashima
Located in Dallas, TX
A beautifully grained walnut dining table designed by George Nakashima for Widdicomb. Measurements are with the two 18" leaves installed.
Walnut
George Nakashima "Origins' Walnut Dresser for Widdicomb
By Widdicomb Furniture Co., George Nakashima
Located in San Diego, CA
A very rare and exceptional mid-century Organic Modern monumental triple dresser. The Origins Group was created by George Nakashima, widely considered one of the world's greatest ...
Brass
George Nakashima Origins Nightstands for Widdicomb, Walnut - Pair
By Widdicomb Furniture Co., George Nakashima
Located in Brooklyn, NY
A pair of highly sought-after nightstands, designed by George Nakashima for Widdicomb. These pieces are part of the “Origins Collection” Nakashima designed for Widdicomb from 1958–19...
Walnut
George Nakashima "Origins" Expanding Dining Table for Widdicomb
By Widdicomb Furniture Co., George Nakashima
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Description Dimensions: 28.75in H x 72in - 108in W x 42in D Each extension leaf 18in.
Wood
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H 28.75 in W 107.75 in D 41.75 in
George Nakashima "Origins" Extension Dining Table for Widdicomb, 1950s
By George Nakashima
Located in Coronado, CA
A stunning Mid-Century Modern extension dining table by the master, George Nakashima, part of the "Origin" collection produced by Widdicomb in the 1950s.
Walnut
George Nakashima Origins Dining Table 203 for Widdicomb Mueller
By Widdicomb Furniture Co., George Nakashima
Located in Kalamazoo, MI
Stunning Walnut dining table designed by George Nakashima and handmade by Widdicomb Mueller craftsman in 1958.
Walnut
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H 32.25 in W 105.25 in D 22.5 in
George Nakashima 'Origins' Dresser or Sideboard for Widdicomb, c. 1960, Signed
By Widdicomb Furniture Co., George Nakashima
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Nakashima designed the Origins Collection for Widdicomb in 1959 featuring rare woods such as Carpathian Elm, Indian Laurel wood, Walnut and Rosewood and was noted for the fine crafts...
Brass
George Nakashima Mirror
By George Nakashima
Located in Chicago, IL
GEORGE NAKASHIMA, Origins mirror, model #270 Signed with applied paper manufacturer's label to reverse: [Widdicomb 415 Fifth Street N.W.
Walnut, Mirror
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H 28.5 in W 107.75 in D 41.75 in
George Nakashima Dining Table with Extensions Widdicomb Origins Collection 1959
By George Nakashima
Located in Dallas, TX
This is a rare and complete George Nakashima Origins Collection dining room table. This piece is model #203 and includes the two matching extensions.
Walnut
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H 28.5 in W 107.75 in D 41.75 in
George Nakashima Dining Table & Chairs Widdicomb Origins Collection 1959
By Widdicomb Furniture Co., George Nakashima
Located in Dallas, TX
You will likely not find a cleaner Nakashima Origins dining set available anywhere on the planet.
Walnut, Hickory
George Nakashima Walnut Twin Headboard
By Widdicomb Furniture Co., George Nakashima
Located in Culver City, CA
This piece is in excellent still has the original paper tag and is part of Nakashima's origins line for Widdicomb. Very vintage LA gallery currently has two of these headboards avail...
Walnut
George Nakashima Walnut Twin Headboard
By Widdicomb Furniture Co., George Nakashima
Located in Culver City, CA
This piece is in excellent still has the original paper tag and is part of Nakashima's origins line for Widdicomb. Very vintage LA gallery currently has two of these headboards avail...
Walnut
George Nakashima Cabinet for Widdicomb
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
George Nakashima Origins Cabinet manufactured by Widdicomb.
Origins Side Table by George Nakashima
By George Nakashima
Located in San Diego, CA
Black Walnut Origins Side Table by George Nakashima for Widdicomb.
Rare George Nakashima Single Pedestal Desk, Widdicomb, 1950's
By George Nakashima, Widdicomb Furniture Co.
Located in Culver City, CA
This single pedestal, walnut desk was designed by George Nakashima as part os his Origins collection for Widdicomb.
Walnut
A master woodworker and M.I.T.-trained architect, George Nakashima was the leading light of the American Studio furniture movement. Along with Wharton Esherick, Sam Maloof and Wendell Castle, Nakashima was an artisan who disdained industrial methods and materials in favor of a personal, craft-based approach to the design of chairs, coffee tables and other pieces. What sets Nakashima apart is the poetic style of his work, his reverence for wood and the belief that his furniture could evince — as he put it in the title of his 1981 memoir — The Soul of a Tree.
Born in Spokane, Washington, to Japanese immigrants, Nakashima traveled widely after college, working and studying in Paris, Japan and India, and at every stop he absorbed both modernist and traditional design influences.
The turning point in Nakashima’s career development came in the United States in 1942, when he was placed in an internment camp for Asian-Americans in Idaho. There, Nakashima met a master woodcarver who tutored him in Japanese crafting techniques. A former employer won Nakashima’s release and brought him to bucolic New Hope, Pennsylvania, where Nakashima set up a studio and worked for the rest of his life. (Master craftsperson Mira Nakashima keeps her father’s legacy alive at the George Nakashima Studio in New Hope today. She has been the artistic director of George Nakashima Woodworkers since her father's death, in 1990.)
Nakashima’s singular aesthetic is best captured in his custom-made tables and benches — pieces that show off the grain, burls and whorls in a plank of wood. He left the “free edge,” or natural contour, of the slab un-planed, and reinforced fissures in the wood with “butterfly” joints.
Almost all Nakashima seating pieces have smooth, milled edges. Nakashima also contracted with large-scale manufacturers to produce carefully supervised editions of his designs. Knoll has offered his Straight chair — a modern take on the spindle-backed Windsor chair — since 1946; the now-defunct firm Widdicomb-Mueller, the result of a merger between Widdicomb and Mueller Furniture, issued the Shaker-inspired Origins collection in the 1950s.
Nelson Rockefeller in 1973 gave Nakashima his single largest commission: a 200-piece suite for his suburban New York estate. Today, Nakashima furniture is collected by both the staid and the fashionable: his work sits in the collections of the Philadelphia Museum of Art, New York’s Metropolitan Museum of Art and the Smithsonian Institution, as well as in the homes of Steven Spielberg, Brad Pitt, Diane von Furstenberg and the late Steve Jobs.
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