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
Walnut
George Nakashima Double Pedestal Desk with Live-Edge Top
By George Nakashima Studio, George Nakashima
Located in Waalwijk, NL
George Nakashima for George Nakashima Studio, Double Pedestal Free-Edge writing desk, American
Walnut
$42,000
H 29 in W 40 in D 22 in
George Nakashima Turned Wood Dowel Shape Leg Single Pedestal Small Desk Mint
By George Nakashima
Located in Rockaway, NJ
George Nakashima turned wood dowel shape leg single pedestal small desk mint with documents.
Walnut
Double Pedestal Desk by George Nakashima
By George Nakashima
Located in Sea Cliff, NY
Walnut free edge writing surface having several Rosewood butterflies and sap edges. Two pedestals
Rosewood, Walnut
Double Pedestal Desk by George Nakashima, 1964
By George Nakashima
Located in Long Island City, NY
American Studio Movement desk by George Nakashima in black walnut. Double pedestal supports with
Walnut
George Nakashima Pedestal Desk
By George Nakashima
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Geroge Nakashima New Hope, Pennsylvania double pedestal desk in walnut and rosewood.
Walnut
George Nakashima Double Pedestal Desk
By George Nakashima
Located in Amarillo, TX
George Nakashima double pedestal desk in cherry. George Nakashima Studios. New Hope, PA USA
Cherry
George Nakashima Double Pedestal Desk
By George Nakashima
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A large example of this form with a boat-shaped top.
George Nakashima Double Pedestal Desk
By George Nakashima
Located in Los Angeles, CA
George Nakashima (1905-1990) Nakashima Studios, Double Pedestal Desk.
Rosewood, Walnut
George Nakashima Walnut Double Pedestal Desk, 1977
By George Nakashima
Located in New York, NY
A Classic Nakashima desk both beautiful and functional with ample storage.
Walnut
George Nakashima, Walnut Pedestal Desk with Turned Legs, 1972
By George Nakashima Studio, George Nakashima
Located in Wargrave, Berkshire
George Nakashima (1905-1990) Walnut Desk, 1972 with pedestal of one deep and two shallow drawers
Walnut
George Nakashima Walnut Two Pedestal Desk, 1961
By George Nakashima, George Nakashima Studio
Located in Hamburg, PA
A George Nakashima black walnut Double Pedestal Desk. The desk was first made in 1955, this one
Walnut
Sold
H 27.88 in W 84.13 in L 27.88 in
George Nakashima African Zebrawood & Walnut Double Pedestal Desk, USA 1986
By George Nakashima
Located in New York, NY
previous owner in 1985 and executed in 1986. The desk is signed and dated by George Nakashima, July 18
Walnut, Zebra Wood
George Nakashima Rare Free-Edge Double Pedestal Desk in Walnut, 1950s
By George Nakashima
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
Rare double pedestal desk with free edge top in walnut with rosewood butterfly on top by George
Rosewood, Walnut
George Nakashima Black Walnut Double Pedestal Desk, Signed and Dated
By George Nakashima
Located in New York, NY
A truly exceptional George Nakashima desk with incomparable details. It's size and drawer
Walnut
George Nakashima Early Desk
By George Nakashima
Located in Wargrave, Berkshire
George Nakashima single pedestal desk from 1954. Excellent condition with cherry drawers and
Rare George Nakashima Single Pedestal Desk, Widdicomb, 1950's
By Widdicomb Furniture Co., George Nakashima
Located in Culver City, CA
market, and that was nearly a decade ago. This single pedestal, walnut desk was designed by George
Walnut
Double Pedestal Desk by George Nakashima
Located in Sagaponack, NY
Walnut slab top floats over three drawer cabinets. Designed and made by George Nakashima
Walnut
Fine Geroge Nakashima Single Pedestal Desk
Located in New York, NY
A beautiful, dramatic grain, sets this desk apart from other works by George Nakashima. In solid
Walnut
Free-Edge Double Pedestal Desk by George Nakashima
By George Nakashima
Located in Long Island City, NY
Free-edge double pedestal desk by George Nakashima in walnut with butterfly joinery on desk top.
Walnut
George Nakashima Double Pedestal Desk
By George Nakashima
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A great Nakashima double-pedestal desk. Full provenance accompanies.
A Walnut Double pedestal Desk by George Nakashima
By George Nakashima
Located in Sea Cliff, NY
An Excellent example of a rare form by George Nakashima. Thick Walnut top with sapping through out
Walnut Pedestal Desk with Credenza by George Nakashima
By George Nakashima
Located in Sea Cliff, NY
An extremely rare form having a free edge top supported by a three drawer pedestal and a full free
Oak, Walnut
George Nakashima "Single Pedestal" Desk
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This George Nakashima desk is graced by particularly beautiful walnut. The plank which serves as
Double Pedestal Desk By George Nakashima
Located in Sea Cliff, NY
American Studio Movement desk by George Nakashima.Two pedestals with three drawers in each
$624 / set
H 6.7 in W 19.69 in D 12.6 in
ANTIQUE KILIM TRIBAL RUG UPHOLSTERED FOOTSTOOL RAISED ON BUN FEET WiTH STUDS
Located in Pulborough, GB
Antiques of London Elevate your space with this beautiful antique Kilim footstool, dating from the early 20th century. Upholstered in richly coloured, handwoven wool with a class...
Fabric
$30,251
H 31.89 in W 118.12 in D 39.38 in
Italian 17th Century Walnut Rustic Trestle Refectory Dining or Library Table
Located in Firenze, IT
This charming 17th Century massive scale rectangular refectory table, dating back to Baroque period, is a magnificent example of Tuscan rustic craftsmanship. The top consists of four...
Wood, Walnut
$12,200 / item
H 43.31 in W 17.72 in D 35.44 in
Contemporary Mexican Design Handcrafted Wood Cabinet Carmen, Mirror
By Comité de Proyectos
Located in Ciudad de México, CDMX
Carmen is a bartender, a storage cabinet with a functional design. Inside, it has a pair of drawers for storing objects, space for bottles, compartments for glasses and a cup holder...
Steel
Rosso Wall Mirror
By Specchi Veneziani
Located in Milan, IT
Venetian mirror made in the strictest Murano tradition. Assembled with crystal/gold and red elements handmade in the Murano furnaces. Wooden frame with a natural finish.
Glass
Crackle Textured Handmade Ceramic Mushroom Lamp, Blue
By Ethan Streicher, Streicher Goods
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Every mushroom lamp is hand-made and hand-painted by Ethan Streicher, the founder and designer behind the Streicher Goods brand in Brooklyn, NY. The lamp's silhouette is simple and c...
Brass
$12,600
H 71.2 in W 54.4 in D 16 in
Italian Mid-Century Vanity Console by Cesare Lacca with Mirror in Burl Walnut
By Cesare Lacca
Located in Vigonza, Padua
Code: FH27 Majestic vanity dressing table console with mirror, 1950s by Cesare Lacca per La Permanente Mobili Cantù , in burl walnut folder. Large shaped mirror. Console with two si...
Mirror, Walnut, Burl
$7,139 / item
H 21.66 in W 17.72 in D 17.72 in
Pair Various Positions Nightstand in Walnut and Oak by Master Studio for Lemon
By Lemon
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Inspired by his fascination with the aesthetic allure of interiors depicted in films and literature, Yaniv Chen endeavors to capture the essence of captivating spaces. Reflecting upo...
Oak, Walnut
$1,155Sale Price / item|30% Off
H 16.1 in Dm 11.5 in
'Plissé White Edition' Pleated Textile Table Lamp by Folkform for Örsjö
By Örsjö Industri AB
Located in Glendale, CA
'Plissé White Edition' pleated textile table lamp by Folkform for Örsjö. This unique table lamp was awarded “Lighting of the Year 2022” by Residence Magazine Sweden, who called it “...
Textile
Early Marco Zanuso Lady Chair, Italy, 1960s, New Pure Mohair
By Marco Zanuso
Located in Lewes, East Sussex
An early, authentic Marco Zanuso lady chair, Arflex, Italy, 1960s. Newly reupholstered in a luxurious, premium, burnt orange / rust coloured 100% mohair fabric. Brass feet with nat...
Brass
$33,000
H 102.76 in W 130.71 in D 13 in
Italian Mid-Century Modern Large Architectural Library in Walnut
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Library wall-unit, walnut, Italy, 1960s Rooted in Italy’s mid-century design tradition, this substantial bookcase highlights the makers architectural sensibility and refined taste f...
Walnut
Isamu Noguchi Akari Light Sculpture, Model 70EN Ceiling Lamp
By Isamu Noguchi
Located in Centreville, VA
Akari Light Sculptures by Isamu Noguchi are considered icons of 1950s modern design. Designed by Noguchi beginning in 1951 and handmade for a half century by the original manufacture...
Bamboo, Paper
Amuneal's Brass Pantry Cabinetry
By Amuneal
Located in New York, NY
Amuneal's Brass Pantry Cabinetry, part of our metal Kitchen Collection, is designed as a feature element for any space. The three doors on the upper cabinets are fabricated with a kn...
Brass
$13,915 / item
H 49.22 in Dm 70.87 in
Brass and Parchment Paper Chandelier by Diego Mardegan for Glustin Luminaires
By Diego Mardegan
Located in Saint-Ouen, IDF
Impressive chandelier made of white enameled brass arms holding six beautiful parchment paper shades, which can be adjusted thanks to the handle of each socket. Signed by the arti...
Brass
$32,500
H 14 in W 43.5 in D 26.5 in
Stunning Acid Etched Brass Coffee Table "Abstraction" by Armand Jonckers
By Armand Jonckers
Located in Montreal, QC
Stunning acid etched brass polish and silvered coffee table by Armand Jonckers depicting an Asian inspired scroll. Resting on a beautiful acid etched brass base. Signed: Armand Jonk...
Brass
Lounge chair 'Inca' by Arne Norell, Sweden, 1970s
By Arne Norell
Located in Eskilstuna, SE
Great lounge chair by renowned Swedish designer Arne Norell for his own company during the 1970s. Model 'Inca' is big and comfortable. Body of beech with couchins of original flowe...
Leather, Fabric, Beech
$94,500
H 32.29 in W 88.19 in D 22.45 in
George Nakashima Double Sliding-Door Cabinet in American Black Walnut
By George Nakashima, George Nakashima Studio
Located in Waalwijk, NL
George Nakashima, sideboard, American black walnut, hickory, United States, 1969 With regard to its essential form, material use, and woodwork, this double-sliding door cabinet is a...
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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