GEORGE NAKASHIMA The following nine lots were commissioned by a Florida couple from Nakashima beginning in 1971; many of the pieces are accompanied by drawings and/ot related invoices and correspondence. Please see lots 936-953 for other pieces from this commission, which will be sold at Christie's East on Monday, December 16th.

A 'CONOID' WALNUT DAYBED

GEORGE NAKASHIMA, CIRCA 1975

Details

A 'CONOID' WALNUT DAYBED
George Nakashima, circa 1975
The rectangular platform raised on two low panels at each side, with free-edge backrest and shelf, with cushions
38in. (96.5cm.) high, 88½in. (224.8cm.) long, 57in. (144.8cm.) deep

Lot Essay

The design for this "platform lounging unit" was originally sketched for the clients in 1971 and accompanies the lot. In 1975, Nakashima modified the design, adding a backrest and platform serving as a table. A copy of a sketch by Nakashima and note to his clients regarding the design for the backrest of the lounging unit, dated March 17, 1975 also accompanies this lot.
The fabric used on the lounging unit, as well as some of the conoid cushion chairs in this commission, was handwoven by Parrott of Santa Fe.