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This rare and completely original George Nakashima coffee table is a poetic example of the master’s ability to honor the soul of the wood. Hand-built from a single slab of English Walnut, the surface shimmers with remarkable chatoyancy—a three-dimensional, almost liquid depth that shifts with changing light. The table’s top also features dramatic cathedral grain, a bold live edge on multiple sides, and a sculptural silhouette that speaks to Nakashima’s deep respect for natural form.
A single hand-cut Rosewood butterfly key elegantly stabilizes a natural fissure in the slab, marrying function and beauty. The leg joinery pulls all the way through the top, creating visible through- mortise and tenon construction — an unmistakable hallmark of Nakashima’s architectural approach to woodworking.
The asymmetry, organic contours, and unaltered edges reflect the philosophy of wabi-sabi—a celebration of imperfection and impermanence. This table is not only furniture, but a living sculpture.
Dimensions: 68" L × 23.5" D × 14" H
Condition: Excellent, original studio condition from the original owner. Original owner acuered the table directly from Nakashima. This table was made in 1961 and is a single owner table it has never been avalible for sale.
A digital copy of the original studio receipts from George Nakashima is included with the purchase—further validating its historical significance and making this piece a true investment-grade collectible.
George Nakashima’s work is revered worldwide for its philosophical depth and technical brilliance. Each piece is one-of-a-kind, built from lumber sourced by him and shaped by hand. This table is no exception—a timeless artifact that bridges the organic and the architectural.
