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George Nakashima Origins Headboard by Widdicomb

About the Item

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, cleaned and waxed and ready to install. The complete bedroom set is available separately for purchase comprising a 12 drawer dresser, tall chest, wall mirror and a pair of nightstands.
  • Creator:
    George Nakashima (Designer)
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 40.5 in (102.87 cm)Width: 127 in (322.58 cm)Depth: 3 in (7.62 cm)
  • Style:
    Mid-Century Modern (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1959
  • Condition:
    Refinished.
  • Seller Location:
    San Francisco, CA
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU812525143982

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