George Nakashima USA, 1905-1990
Persian walnut cantilevered coffee table, 1971
Persian walnut
40.6 x 122 x 91 cm
16 x 48 x 35 7/8 in
16 x 48 x 35 7/8 in
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This cantilevered coffee table in Persian walnut, designed in 1971, exemplifies George Nakashima’s philosophy: sculptural yet functional, deeply rooted in the material’s integrity. The cantilevered construction creates a visual suspension...
This cantilevered coffee table in Persian walnut, designed in 1971, exemplifies George Nakashima’s philosophy: sculptural yet functional, deeply rooted in the material’s integrity. The cantilevered construction creates a visual suspension effect, emphasizing the contrast between mass and levitation. The expressive grain of the wood is preserved and celebrated through minimal intervention and refined craftsmanship. This piece reflects the designer’s commitment to traditional joinery, natural finishes, and the spiritual dimension of wood. It aligns with the 1970s emergence of studio furniture as a form of collectible design beyond industrial production.