George Nakashima (American, 1905-1990). Sliding Door Cabinet, 1962. American black walnut, pandanus cloth. 28 x 72 x 18 ...

Description

George Nakashima (American, 1905-1990)
Sliding Door Cabinet, 1962
American black walnut, pandanus cloth
28 x 72 x 18 inches (71.1 x 182.9 x 45.7 cm)
Client name and number to reverse

PROVENANCE:
Acquired directly from the artist by Dr. William Krakauer, New York;
Sotheby's, New York, December 9, 2005, lot 274.

Sold with a digital copy of the original order card from Nakashima Studios

This special cabinet is raised on arched supports with a top extending from both sides extenuating its elegant proportions. The cabinet is accompanied by a glass top (not pictured).



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