George Nakashima
Grass-Seated Chair, 1947-1988
First designed in the 1940s with the encouragement of René D’Harnoncourt, grass-seated chair by George Nakashima remains in production today, reflecting his commitment to universal style, structural integrity, and exceptional craftsmanship.
Inspired by both Japanese and Shaker design principles, the chair features a handwoven grass seat that provides comfort and natural elegance. Its carefully sculpted spindled back and tapered legs highlight Nakashima’s dedication to honesty in materials and structure. Still in production today, this timeless piece remains a testament to his pursuit of universal design and enduring craftsmanship.
Grass-seated Chair Details
American black walnut & sea-grass | cherry & sea-grass
George Nakashima was born in Spokane, Washington in 1905 to Japanese parents who had immigrated to the United States. Educated and trained as an architect at the University of Washington, Nakashima received his Master’s degree in Architecture from M.I.T. in 1930. After working briefly as an architect in the United States he left for Paris seeking the creative energies of one of the great urban centers of the day. From there he traveled extensively, ending up at the home of his grandmother, living on a farm on the outskirts of Tokyo.
| Dimensions | 18.5 × 23.5 × 26.5 in |
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| Date | 1947-1988 |
| Exhibitions | Design Miami/ Paris 2023 |
