Description:
Early George Nakashima Bookcase
Walnut
New Hope, Pennsylvania, 1960s
Rectangular top over open compartment fitted with two shelves, wear, ht. 31 1/2, wd. 60, dp. 16 in.
Provenance: Property of the late Georgina Peacher and Wanda Norstrom. Purchased from Mr. Nakashima.
Estimate $2,000-2,500
Structurally sound, top scattered scratches, five small circular water stains, 1/2 inch chip bottom back right side, tiny paint flecks left side.
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Keywords
Pennsylvania, Wanda Norstrom, Georgina Peacher, Nakashima Bookcase20th Century Design
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