George Nakashima Furniture
American, 1905-1990
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. 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.
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 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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Creator: George Nakashima
George Nakashima Studio Dining Set featuring Black Walnut Captain Chairs
By George Nakashima
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Dining set from American midcentury craftsman George Nakashima. The set features four black walnut captains chairs and square live edge dining table. The chairs, produced circa 1974 ...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern George Nakashima Furniture
Materials
Walnut
George Nakashima 'Origins' Dresser or Sideboard for Widdicomb, c. 1960, Signed
By Widdicomb Furniture Co., George Nakashima
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This gorgeous 'Sundra' twelve drawer dresser by George Nakashima for Widdicomb, circa 1960, features beautiful Indian Laurel wood and dramatic large brass handles, which is a much mo...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage George Nakashima Furniture
Materials
Brass
George Nakashima Dining Table
By George Nakashima
Located in New York, NY
Cluster base dining table by George Nakashima. Cherry, Laurel. Circular dining table with 8-plank cherrywood top in 2 halves & attached by 3 laurel butterfly joints.
Category
1980s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage George Nakashima Furniture
Materials
Cherry
1960s George Nakashima Studio American Walnut Settee / Loveseat in Green Fabric
By George Nakashima
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Listed for sale is a settee, crafted by George Nakashima circa 1966. This is an iconic example of the slatted lounge series, which followed a design language through the forms of bot...
Category
1960s American Modern Vintage George Nakashima Furniture
Materials
Walnut
George Nakashima for Widdicomb Origins Collection Sculpted Walnut Dining Table
By George Nakashima, Widdicomb Furniture Co.
Located in South Bend, IN
A very rare and exceptional midcentury organic Modern dining table
By George Nakashima for Widdicomb Furniture, "Origins" Collection
USA, 1961
Measures: 59.5"W x 48"D x 28.5...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage George Nakashima Furniture
Materials
Walnut
1954 George Nakashima Studio Triple Sliding Door Cabinet / Credenza Black Walnut
By George Nakashima
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Listed for sale by D ROSE MOD is a gorgeous 1954 George Nakashima Studio triple sliding door cabinet /credenza in black walnut. This is an early piece, r...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Modern George Nakashima Furniture
Materials
Walnut
George Nakashima Triple Chest of Drawers in American Black Walnut & Laurel
By George Nakashima Studio, George Nakashima
Located in Waalwijk, NL
George Nakashima, triple chest of drawers or sideboard, American black walnut, Indian laurel, United States, 1964
With regard to its essential form, material use, and woodwork, this chest of drawers is a testimony to George Nakashima's expert craftsmanship and distinctive methodology. This large cabinet was specially designed for a private client in 1964. The unit revolves around a linear and strict layout with sharp lines and angular shapes dominating the scenery. This is contrasted by the organic, free flowing edges of the wooden slab on top executed in Indian laurel. The interior consists of nine regular drawers and three smaller drawers. A subtle but defining detail of this cabinet are the recessed handles that, as it were, merge into the body, maintaining a sleek and minimalist front. The base is comprised of two horizontal slats inserted perpendicularly into the frames. Nakashima succeeded in creating a durable piece of furniture with a timeless aesthetic and impeccable quality made possible by his close relationship with nature.
George Nakashima (1905-1990) was a well-known woodworker, architect and furniture designer from Japanese descendants. He was born in Spokane, Washington and enrolled in the University of Washington program in architecture. After his graduation in 1931, he decided to live his life as a bohemian in France. Afterwards, he spent some time in North Africa and eventually settled in Japan for some time. There, he started working for Antonin Raymond...
Category
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage George Nakashima Furniture
Materials
Walnut
George Nakashima Wall-Mounted Sideboard in Walnut and Pandanus Cloth
By George Nakashima Studio, George Nakashima
Located in Waalwijk, NL
George Nakashima, sliding-door wall-mounted cabinet, American black walnut, pandanus cloth, United States, 1963
With regard to its essential form, material use, and woodwork, this sliding-door wall-mounted cabinet is a testimony to George Nakashima's expert craftsmanship and distinctive methodology. This sideboard was specially designed for a private client in 1963. The unit revolves around a linear and strict layout with sharp lines and angular shapes dominating the scenery. This is contrasted by the organic, free flowing edges of the wooden slab on top. Behind the two sliding doors, the interior houses a spacious compartment and one shelf. The vertically grilled sliding doors are backed with pandanus cloth, made from a Southeast Asian Palm. Besides their functional property, the exposed dovetail joints have a strong decorative character, a constructive feature that is observable in these types of cabinets and benches by Nakashima. Nakashima succeeded in creating a durable piece of furniture with a timeless aesthetic and impeccable quality made possible by his close relationship with nature.
George Nakashima (1905-1990) was a well-known woodworker, architect and furniture designer from Japanese descendants. He was born in Spokane, Washington and enrolled in the University of Washington program in architecture. After his graduation in 1931, he decided to live his life as a bohemian in France. Afterwards, he spent some time in North Africa and eventually settled in Japan for some time. There, he started working for Antonin Raymond...
Category
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage George Nakashima Furniture
Materials
Walnut
George Nakashima Rare Free-Edge Double Pedestal Desk in Walnut, 1950s
By George Nakashima
Located in New York, NY
Rare double pedestal desk with free edge top in walnut with rosewood butterfly on top by George Nakashima, American 1950's (name of client “COX” written in marker on bottom of top). ...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage George Nakashima Furniture
Materials
Rosewood, Walnut
Hanging Cabinet by George Nakashima
By George Nakashima
Located in San Francisco, CA
This rare and unique walnut hanging cabinet by George Nakashima is a beautiful and functional piece of modern furniture with sliding doors. The cabinet features an overhang top with one free edge above two doors that conceal one adjustable shelf.
Crafted from high-quality American black walnut wood, this cabinet has been fully restored at the Nakashima workshop...
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1950s American Modern Vintage George Nakashima Furniture
Materials
Walnut
George Nakashima Origins Dresser for Widdicomb
By George Nakashima, Widdicomb Furniture Co.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Walnut dresser by George Nakashima for Grand Rapids, Michigan-based company Widdicomb, c.1960s for their "Origins" collection. The dresser features seven drawers down the left side and four petite drawers on the top right, all finished with brass pulls. The lower right corner of the dresser showcases a stunning burl wood grain cabinet...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage George Nakashima Furniture
Materials
Brass
George Nakashima for Widdicomb Model 257-W Highback Chair 1950s
By George Nakashima
Located in San Diego, CA
A large, impressive, and exceedingly rare lounge chair designed by George Nakashima for Widdicomb circa 1959. Only a couple of these chairs have hit the market in the last decade, an...
Category
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage George Nakashima Furniture
Materials
Upholstery, Walnut
Hanging Cabinet by George Nakashima
By George Nakashima
Located in San Francisco, CA
This rare and unique walnut hanging cabinet by George Nakashima is a beautiful and functional piece of modern furniture with sliding doors. The cabinet features an overhang top with one free edge above two doors that conceal one adjustable shelf. Crafted from high-quality American black walnut wood, this cabinet has been fully restored at the Nakashima workshop...
Category
1950s American Modern Vintage George Nakashima Furniture
Materials
Walnut
Origins Series Highboy Dresser by George Nakashima
By George Nakashima
Located in Brooklyn, NY
'Origins' series Highboy dresser designed by George Nakashima for Widdicomb. Walnut construction with burl wood door and brass hardware.
Category
1950s Mid-Century Modern Vintage George Nakashima Furniture
Materials
Brass
George Nakashima 'Minguren II' Coffee Table in Oak Burl and Walnut
By George Nakashima, George Nakashima Studio
Located in Waalwijk, NL
George Nakashima, 'Minguren II' coffee table, English oak burl, oak, American black walnut, United States, 1980
American woodworker and designer George Nakashima proves with this quintessential table that he is a true master of his craft. The impressive coffee table, created custom for a private client in 1980, is designed to fully showcase the individual characteristics of the slab burl on top. The organic, free flowing edges of the wood contribute to a dynamic and natural appearance of the design. This free-form character of the top contrasts beautifully with the stark simplicity of the base, a typical trade of Nakashima. The asymmetrical composition contributes to the strength of the design and the high-visual quality. Besides their functional property, the exposed dovetail joints have a strong decorative character.
The table is signed and dated to underside: ‘George Nakashima March 1980’.
George Nakashima (1905-1990) was a well-known woodworker, architect and furniture designer from Japanese descendants. He was born in Spokane, Washington and enrolled in the University of Washington program in architecture. After his graduation in 1931, he decided to live his life as a bohemian in France. Afterwards, he spent some time in North Africa and eventually settled in Japan for some time. There, he started working for Antonin Raymond...
Category
1980s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage George Nakashima Furniture
Materials
Oak, Walnut
Pair of George Nakashima Hickory Straight Chairs for Knoll, 1940s
By George Nakashima
Located in San Diego, CA
A stunning and very early production pair of George Nakashima "Straight" chairs in solid birch, produced by Knoll in the late 1940s. Beautifully sculpted seats, tapered spindles, and...
Category
1940s American Shaker Vintage George Nakashima Furniture
Materials
Hickory
George Nakashima; Single Slab American Walnut Coffee Table from 1957
By George Nakashima
Located in Wargrave, Berkshire
George Nakashima Studio, 1957, American Black Walnut coffee table constructed with a single slab top featuring a natural split to one end stabilised in typical Nakashima fashion with 2 Rosewood butterfly keys...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage George Nakashima Furniture
Materials
Walnut
Walnut Nakashima Headboard by George Nakashima for George Nakashima Studio
By George Nakashima, George Nakashima Studio
Located in Sagaponack, NY
A king sized solid walnut headboard. Superb craftsmanship and beautifully executed design.
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern George Nakashima Furniture
Materials
Walnut
George Nakashima Free Edge 'Slab' Coffee Table in Walnut
By George Nakashima Studio, George Nakashima
Located in Waalwijk, NL
George Nakashima, free edge slab coffee table, walnut, United States, 1968
American woodworker and designer George Nakashima proves with this quintessential table that he is a true master of his craft. The impressive coffee table, created custom for a private client in 1968, is designed to fully showcase the individual characteristics of the wooden slab on top. The organic, free flowing edges of the wood contribute to a dynamic and natural appearance of the design. This free-form character of the top contrast beautifully with the stark simplicity of the base, a typical trade of Nakashima. The asymmetrical composition contributes to the strength of the design and the high-visual quality.
George Nakashima (1905-1990) was a well-known woodworker, architect and furniture designer from Japanese descendants. He was born in Spokane, Washington and enrolled in the University of Washington program in architecture. After his graduation in 1931, he decided to live his life as a bohemian in France. Afterwards, he spent some time in North Africa and eventually settled in Japan for some time. There, he started working for Antonin...
Category
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage George Nakashima Furniture
Materials
Walnut
Pair of George Nakashima New Chairs
By George Nakashima
Located in Miami, FL
A pair of rare and early model 271 or New Chairs, the iconic Windsor spindle back chairs reimagined by Japanese-American Master Woodworker, George Nakashima in 1956. East Indian Laurel wood...
Category
1950s American American Craftsman Vintage George Nakashima Furniture
Materials
Hickory, Walnut
George Nakashima Special Conoid Desk with Two Free Edges
By George Nakashima Studio, George Nakashima
Located in Chicago, IL
George Nakashima Special Conoid Desk with Two Free Edges Top in intense-grained English Walnut, Selected by George with walnut cross-leg support and a t...
Category
1970s American American Craftsman Vintage George Nakashima Furniture
Materials
Walnut
George Nakashima Free Edge 'Slab' Coffee Table in Walnut
By George Nakashima
Located in Waalwijk, NL
George Nakashima, free edge slab coffee table, English walnut, United States, circa 1960
American woodworker and designer George Nakashima proves with this quintessential table that he is a true master of his craft. The impressive coffee table, created custom for a private client around 1960, is designed to fully showcase the individual characteristics of the wooden slab on top. The organic, free flowing edges of the wood contribute to a dynamic and natural appearance of the design. This free-form character of the top contrast beautifully with the stark simplicity of the base, a typical trade of Nakashima. The asymmetrical composition contributes to the strength of the design and the high-visual quality.
George Nakashima (1905-1990) was a well-known woodworker, architect and furniture designer from Japanese descendants. He was born in Spokane, Washington and enrolled in the University of Washington program in architecture. After his graduation in 1931, he decided to live his life as a bohemian in France. Afterwards, he spent some time in North Africa and eventually settled in Japan for some time. There, he started working for Antonin Raymond...
Category
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage George Nakashima Furniture
Materials
Walnut
George Nakashima Model 206 Dining Chair for Widdicomb
By Widdicomb Furniture Co., George Nakashima
Located in Hanover, MA
George Nakashima designed Model 206 chair for the Origins Collection for Widdicomb.
Original condition, without any restorations or refinishing. Joints and dowels tight.
Original u...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage George Nakashima Furniture
Materials
Walnut
George Nakashima, Long Chair, American Black Walnut, Cotton Webbing, Usa, 1960s
By George Nakashima Studio, George Nakashima
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
An American black walnut and cotton webbing long chair designed and produced by George Nakashima, USA, 1960s.
Features a large burl-detailed, free edge plank armrest typical of Na...
Category
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage George Nakashima Furniture
Materials
Walnut, Cotton
George Nakashima Triple Sliding Door Cabinet, 1960s
By George Nakashima
Located in New York, NY
Cabinet features expressive American black walnut top with free edge, three sliding doors concealing twelve walnut drawers.
Signed with client name on the back.
Sold with a ...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern George Nakashima Furniture
Materials
Walnut
George Nakashima New Chairs
By Widdicomb Furniture Co., George Nakashima
Located in Kalamazoo, MI
Pair of chairs designed by George Nakashima and made by Widddicomb in the late 1950s as part of their ‘Origins’ line. Known as ‘New’ chairs, these have so...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern George Nakashima Furniture
Materials
Hickory, Walnut
George Nakashima, Greenrock Console Table, Usa, 1987, Original Papers
By George Nakashima
Located in Wargrave, Berkshire
George Nakashima Cabinetmaker, USA, 1987. A stunning Greenrock table with highly figured single slab top in Butternut wood. Features three exposed k...
Category
1980s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage George Nakashima Furniture
Materials
Walnut
George Nakashima Widdicomb “Sundra” Walnut Coffee Table
By Widdicomb Furniture Co., George Nakashima
Located in Indianapolis, IN
A Mid Century Modern Sundra coffee table designed by Japanese-American architect, woodworker, and furniture maker George Nakashima (1905-1990) for Widdicomb Furniture Company of Gran...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern George Nakashima Furniture
Materials
Walnut
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. The table retains the original W...
Category
Mid-20th Century American George Nakashima Furniture
Materials
Walnut
Pair Mira Nakashima Conoid Lounge Chairs After George Nakashima, 2000
By Mira Nakashima, George Nakashima
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Pair Mira Nakashima conoid lounge chairs after George Nakashima 2000.
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern George Nakashima Furniture
Materials
Walnut
George Nakashima Black Walnut Chest of Drawers with Dovetail Joinery, USA 1960s
By George Nakashima
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Outstanding execution and simplicity of design leaving the wood to speak for itself as Nakashima always strived for. Features seven drawers with rich dark walnut grain details to top and sides. Prominent dovetail joinery...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage George Nakashima Furniture
Materials
Walnut
George Nakashima, Coffee Table, American Black Walnut, New Hope, USA, 1982
By George Nakashima Studio, George Nakashima
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
An American black walnut coffee table designed by George Nakashima and produced by Nakashima Studio, New Hope, Pennsylvania, United States...
Category
1980s American Modern Vintage George Nakashima Furniture
Materials
Walnut
George Nakashima, Large Chest of Drawers, Walnut, for Widdicomb, America 1960s
By Widdicomb Furniture Co., George Nakashima
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A large walnut chest of drawers or dresser designed by George Nakashima. Produced by Widdicomb Furniture Company, Grand Rapids, Michigan...
Category
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage George Nakashima Furniture
Materials
Bouclé, Walnut
George Nakashima for Widdicomb Mirror
By George Nakashima
Located in Dallas, TX
A large walnut mirror designed by George Nakashima for Widdicomb.
Category
1950s Vintage George Nakashima Furniture
Materials
Walnut
George Nakashima for Widdicomb Dresser
By George Nakashima
Located in Dallas, TX
A large George Nakashima for Widdicomb dresser with beautifully grained East Indian Laurel and brass pulls.
Category
1950s Vintage George Nakashima Furniture
Materials
Walnut
George Nakashima for Widdicomb Mid Century Nightstand
By George Nakashima, Widdicomb Furniture Co.
Located in Countryside, IL
George Nakashima for Widdicomb mid century nightstand
This nightstand measures: 22 wide x 20 deep x 19.5 inches high
All pieces of furni...
Category
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage George Nakashima Furniture
Materials
Wood
George Nakashima for Widdicomb Mid Century Walnut 9 Drawer Lowboy Dresser
By George Nakashima, Widdicomb Furniture Co.
Located in Countryside, IL
George Nakashima for Widdicomb mid century walnut 9 drawer lowboy dresser
This lowboy dresser measures: 98 wide x 22.5 deep x 32 inches high
All pieces of furniture can be had ...
Category
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage George Nakashima Furniture
Materials
Walnut
George Nakashima Grass Seat Stool, New Hope, 1961
By George Nakashima
Located in Birmingham, AL
An iconic grass seat stool by George Nakashima. Grass seat recently rewoven at Nakashima Studio.
Category
1960s American Organic Modern Vintage George Nakashima Furniture
Materials
Seagrass, Walnut
George Nakashima Sideboard with Sliding Doors in Solid Walnut
By George Nakashima
Located in Waalwijk, NL
George Nakashima, sideboard with sliding doors, walnut, United States, 1956
With regard to its essential form, material use, and woodwork, this two sliding-door cabinet is a testimony to George Nakashima's expert craftsmanship and distinctive methodology. This sideboard was specially designed for a private client in 1956. The unit revolves around a linear and strict layout with sharp lines and angular shapes dominating the scenery. Behind the sliding doors, the interior houses a storage system. Both sides hold three regular drawers and one smaller drawer. Besides their functional property, the exposed dovetail joints have a strong decorative character, a constructive feature that is observable in these types of cabinets and benches by Nakashima. The base is comprised of two horizontal slats inserted perpendicularly into the frames. Nakashima succeeded in creating a durable piece of furniture with a timeless aesthetic and impeccable quality made possible by his close relationship with nature.
George Nakashima (1905-1990) was a well-known woodworker, architect and furniture designer from Japanese descendants. He was born in Spokane, Washington and enrolled in the University of Washington program in architecture. After his graduation in 1931, he decided to live his life as a bohemian in France. Afterwards, he spent some time in North Africa and eventually settled in Japan for some time. There, he started working for Antonin Raymond...
Category
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage George Nakashima Furniture
Materials
Walnut
George Nakashima for Widdicomb Long Dresser Credenza Cabinet Burl Sliding Doors
By George Nakashima, John Widdicomb
Located in Rockaway, NJ
George Nakashima for widdicomb long dresser credenza cabinet burl sliding doors mint!
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern George Nakashima Furniture
Materials
Walnut, Burl
George Nakashima Music Stand
By George Nakashima
Located in New York, NY
Stunning burl walnut music stand by George Nakashima. Signed and dated 1978.
Literature:
Derek E. Ostergard, George Nakashima: Full Circle, exh. cat., American Craft Museum, New Yo...
Category
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage George Nakashima Furniture
Materials
Wood, Burl
George Nakashima Sliding Doors Dresser Credenza
By George Nakashima
Located in Rockaway, NJ
George Nakashima Sliding Doors Dresser Credenza
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern George Nakashima Furniture
Materials
Walnut
George Nakashima Dining Armchair for Widdicomb
By George Nakashima, Widdicomb Furniture Co.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Black walnut dining armchair by George Nakashima for Grand Rapids, Michigan-based company Widdicomb, c.1960s for their "Origins" collection. This rare dining chair, is one of the few...
Category
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage George Nakashima Furniture
Materials
Upholstery, Walnut
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.
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern George Nakashima Furniture
Materials
Walnut
George Nakashima for Widdicomb Origins Collection Walnut Dining Table, 1958
By Widdicomb Furniture Co., George Nakashima
Located in South Bend, IN
A very rare and exceptional mid-century modern extension dining table, featuring gorgeous walnut wood grain, a graceful Organic Modern design, and exposed dovetail joints at the corn...
Category
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage George Nakashima Furniture
Materials
Walnut
George Nakashima for Widdicomb Headboard
By George Nakashima
Located in Dallas, TX
A large kingsize cane and walnut headboard designed by George Nakashima for Widdicomb. Matching nightstands and dresser available sep...
Category
1950s Vintage George Nakashima Furniture
Materials
Cane
George Nakashima Lounge Chair Executed by Sakura Seisakusho, Japan, 1980s
By George Nakashima
Located in Birmingham, AL
A beautiful example of the work of George Nakashima, executed by Sakura Seisakusho, the single factory aside from Nakashima Woodworkers Studio ...
Category
1980s American Organic Modern Vintage George Nakashima Furniture
Materials
Hickory, Walnut
George Nakashima for Widdicomb Walnut Dining Table
By George Nakashima, Widdicomb Furniture Co.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Walnut dining table by George Nakashima for Grand Rapids, Michigan-based company Widdicomb, c.1960s for their "Origins" collection. The table features a round top situated on a pedes...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage George Nakashima Furniture
Materials
Walnut
Walnut Coffee Table by George Nakashima
By George Nakashima
Located in Long Island City, NY
An Original Walnut Coffee Table by George Nakashima.
About George Nakashima:
George Katsutoshi Nakashima was an American woodworker, architect,...
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern George Nakashima Furniture
Materials
Walnut
Striking Handcrafted Storage Headboard by George Nakashima with Paperwork, 1959
By George Nakashima
Located in San Diego, CA
A striking handcrafted full size storage headboard in walnut by George Nakashima with paperwork, circa 1959. I will used Nakashima's own words as written on the receipt for further description of the piece: "Storage headboard, no sap, vertical grool sliding doors backed with fine pandanus, 56 x 36 x 12". The piece is in good vintage original condition and comes with a copy of the sales receipt on "George Nakashima Woodworkers...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern George Nakashima Furniture
Materials
Walnut
Mira Nakashima 4 legged high chair based on a design by George Nakashima, USA
By George Nakashima Studio, George Nakashima
Located in Berlin, DE
Mira Nakashima 4 legged high chair based on a design by George Nakashima, new. One of the chairs is in stock, for more chairs: Please consider the production lead time of about 18 mo...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern George Nakashima Furniture
Materials
Walnut
George Nakashima "Origins" Bedroom Set For Widdicomb
By George Nakashima
Located in Brooklyn, NY
George Nakashima designed bedroom set for his Origins line by Widdicomb, Dramatic wood grain figuring throughout the body. Featuring a highboy, rare example with a figured burl door ...
Category
1960s Mid-Century Modern Vintage George Nakashima Furniture
Materials
Walnut
Mira Nakashima Chaise Lounge or Long Chair after a design by George Nakashima
By Mira Nakashima, George Nakashima
Located in Berlin, DE
Mira Nakashima chaise lounge or long chair based on a design by George Nakashima. The Chaise is made in black walnut with sea grass details and woven webbing. Due to the unique wood ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern George Nakashima Furniture
Materials
Wood, Walnut
George Nakashima Frenchman's Cove Dining Table in Walnut with Free Edge
By George Nakashima
Located in Dallas, TX
A black walnut Frenchman's Cove dining table with free edge dtd. 1964. Authentication and original paperwork included.
Category
Mid-20th Century North American Mid-Century Modern George Nakashima Furniture
Materials
Walnut
Mira Nakashima Credenza based on a design by George Nakashima, USA
By Mira Nakashima, George Nakashima
Located in Berlin, DE
Mira Nakashima Credenza based on a design by George Nakashima. The credenza is made in black walnut. Due to the unique wood structure of each ite...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern George Nakashima Furniture
Materials
Wood, Walnut
George Nakashima, Freeform Coffee Table, English Walnut, Studio USA 1971
By George Nakashima Studio, George Nakashima
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A unique and sizable coffee / cocktail table in the "sled-shape" style. Produced by Nakashima Studio, New Hope, Pennsylvania, United States. Dated 1971
Executed in English Walnut...
Category
1980s American Modern Vintage George Nakashima Furniture
Materials
Walnut
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. Dramatic wood grain figuring throughout the body of the case and trapezoidal shape top extending to 105"in. w...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage George Nakashima Furniture
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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. Constructed of East Indian Laurel wood in the original Sundra finish, clean...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage George Nakashima Furniture
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Elm
George Nakashima furniture for sale on 1stDibs
The furniture of George Nakashima are available for sale on 1stDibs. These distinctive objects are often made of wood and designed with extraordinary care. In our collection of George Nakashima furniture, there are many options to choose from, although brown editions of this piece are particularly popular. 96 vintage editions of these items are in stock, while there are 14 modern editions to choose from as well. Many original furniture by George Nakashima were created in North America during the 20th century in the Mid-Century Modern style. Many customers also consider furniture by Philip and Kelvin LaVerne, Craft Associates and Warren Platner if you’re looking for additional options. The prices for George Nakashima furniture can vary depending on size, time period and other attributes. Price for these items starts at $1,800 and tops out at $180,000, while pieces like these can sell for $19,750 on average.
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Questions About George Nakashima Furniture
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022George 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, 2022No, George Nakashima didn’t usually sign the majority of his works. Instead, he normally added the name of the client to the timber selected to start the project. The writing usually appears in simple black marker. On 1stDibs, find a variety of George Nakashima furniture.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022To identify George Nakashima furniture, start by looking for the name of the original client written in black marker. He usually wrote the name on the underside of a piece of furniture. Order cards and shop drawings can also help authenticate his work. On 1stDibs, find a selection of expertly vetted George Nakashima furniture.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022To address wood expansion, George Nakashima pioneered the butterfly joint. This technique uses a butterfly-shaped piece of wood as an anchor. When wood expands, the butterfly joint prevents the pieces from splitting apart. Butterfly joints are strong and increase the overall durability of his wood furniture. On 1stDibs, find a collection of George Nakashima.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022Which 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.
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