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George Nakashima Studio Craft Credenza — Solid American Walnut, Live-Edge Top

Creator: George Nakashima
Offered by: Hobbs Modern

Description
A museum-level Studio Craft credenza by George Nakashima, handcrafted in solid American walnut with Nakashima’s signature live edge along the front of the top—an unmistakable gesture that preserves the tree’s natural contour and grain. The façade is book-matched walnut, creating a calm, flowing figure across the sliding doors, while the case sides feature his classic through dovetailed joints—both beautiful and structurally uncompromising.

Behind the doors, storage is thoughtfully divided: the left bay with adjustable shelves for flexible organization; the right bay with a fixed shelf for larger pieces and visual stability. The back bears the original client’s name, and the piece is accompanied by original receipts/documentation, affirming authorship and provenance.

Designed and made by George himself in his New Hope studio, the credenza embodies a quiet Japanese simplicity—restrained, elemental, and deeply tactile—balanced by the American walnut’s warmth and chatoyance. The low plinth feet ground the form; edges are softly eased by hand, inviting touch.

Provenance & Documentation
Includes original receipts and original drawings from George Nakashima with proposal for commission as well as calculations. These documents will be provided when purchased.

Finish / Tone
Satin Gloss Finish. We Have Re-oiled this Piece with George Nakashima Preferred Oil.

More Information

Documentation:	Documented elsewhere (similar item)
Origin:	United States
Period:	1950-1979
Materials:	Solid American Walnut
Condition:	Excellent Vintage Condition
Creation Date:	1977
Styles / Movements:	Modern, Mid Century
Incollect Reference #:	842712

Dimensions

W.	60 in;	H.	32.25 in;	D.	21.5 in;
W.	152.4 cm;	H.	81.92 cm;	D.	54.61 cm;

Message from Seller:

FURNITURE SHOULD BE FUNCTIONAL ART, YOUR HOME SHOULD BE THE PERFECT RETREAT. Hobbs Modern is the premier mid century modern furniture dealer in San Diego, CA. We hand-select and curate each piece of our inventory which represents the iconic and exemplary Danish, American, and Brazilian vintage modern design with a relentless pursuit of restoration perfection and historical accuracy. Our passion is to breathe new life into vintage pieces. We ship nationwide.