George Nakashima (American, 1905-1990), Mira Chair

George Nakashima (American, 1905-1990), Mira Chair

1960s, walnut and pine, curved crest rail, seven-spindle back with hand planed spindles, triangular saddle seat, splayed turned and tapered legs, appears unmarked.
26 x 19 x 16.5 in.
Descended from Solomon Augustus Jacobson and Barbara Scott Jacobson, New Hope, Pennsylvania, acquired while living next door to, and befriending, the Nakashimas.
From the Collection of the late Judith Jacobson Magee, Durham, North Carolina
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Condition Report: Original finish with attractive dark mellow patina; some joint looseness to the crest rail and spindles; scratches and finish wear to the seat from normal use.