Stool or poof designed by George Nakashima for Widdicomb Furniture Company in the late 1950s. Produced in the United States circa 1958. Dating from the period following the Widdicomb - Mueller merger, when the company worked with outside designers (such as George Nakashima), to develop modern furniture for production. Nakashima’s contributions to Widdicomb represent a distinct phase of his practice, adapting principles from his studio work to standardized models intended for broader distribution.
Walnut base with a re-upholstered seat in French mohair and leather piping. Marked “George Nakashima” signature on the underside with client’s name. It is documented in the Widdicomb manufacturer’s catalog (page 17).
Provenance: Private collection, United States
In very good and original condition, edition Widdicomb.
Overall dimensions:
Depth: 37 cm
Length: 73 cm
Height: ± 45 cm
Stool or poof designed by George Nakashima for Widdicomb Furniture Company in the late 1950s. Produced in the United States circa 1958. Dating from the period following the Widdicomb - Mueller merger, when the company worked with outside designers (such as George Nakashima), to develop modern furniture for production. Nakashima’s contributions to Widdicomb represent a distinct phase of his practice, adapting principles from his studio work to standardized models intended for broader distribution.
Walnut base with a re-upholstered seat in French mohair and leather piping. Marked “George Nakashima” signature on the underside with client’s name. It is documented in the Widdicomb manufacturer’s catalog (page 17).
Provenance: Private collection, United States
In very good and original condition, edition Widdicomb.
Overall dimensions:
Depth: 37 cm
Length: 73 cm
Height: ± 45 cm
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