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Lot 225: George Nakashima. Cross-Legged desk. 1976, American black walnut, hickory, rosewood. 29 h × 75 w × 32 d in. result: $19,800. estimate: $20,000–30,000. This special order desk features a solid slab top with double free edges, two rosewood butterflys, sap grain and worm hole details. Sold with copy of the original drawing by George Nakashima. Signed with client's name to underside: [Spaulding]. Provenance: Acquired directly from the artist

Designed around intricate Japanese Hinoki grillework adapted from traditional architectural patterns, the square shade floats above a tall, simple base. Also available in a smaller size for table-tops.

Sold at auction George Nakashima (1905-1990) Conoid Bench for sale in auction. Auction Number 2770B, Lot Number 313. Bid on similar items for sale at auction

Sold at auction George Nakashima (1905-1990) Two-piece Dining Table for sale in auction. Auction Number 2770B, Lot Number 278. Bid on similar items for sale at auction

Immerse yourself in the essence of wabi-sabi at George Nakashima's New Hope compound. Explore a constellation of structures embodying Zen Buddhist philosophy and architectural innovation. Words Sabine Hrechdakian Photography Martien Mulder

New Hope

Sold at auction George Nakashima (1905-1990) Coffee Table for sale in auction. Auction Number 2737B, Lot Number 329. Bid on similar items for sale at auction