George Nakashima, Origins cabinet and table

George Nakashima
Origins cabinet, model 205 and step table

Widdicomb
USA, 1958
American black walnut
cabinet: 84 h × 22 w × 32 d in (213 × 56 × 81 cm)
step table: 13.75 h × 13 w × 6.25 d in (35 × 33 × 16 cm)

Cabinet features two sliding doors concealing four drawers and two adjustable shelves. Silk manufacturer's label to one drawer 'Widdicomb Grand Rapids'. Branded manufacturer's mark to one drawer 'George Nakashima'. Decal manufacturer's label to underside of step table 'Widdicomb Grand Rapids'. Branded manufacturer's mark to underside of step table '5/58 242 George Nakashima'.

Literature: Widdicomb, manufacturer's catalog, pg. 7

This work will ship from Wright in Chicago, Illinois.
Condition Report: Cabinet top shows assorted scratches throughout, with three small soiling marks near right edge. Front corners of top each show a one inch veneer loss. Lesser wear to door fronts and along lower edges in keeping with normal use. Base shows minor fading. Step table shows minor assorted wear to top and along edges. Overall each example shows in very good vintage condition and is ready to place.