George Nakashima (1905-1990) Conoid Bench - Special order Bench Walnut and white walnut Sponsor's name under the seat Model created in 1963 H 77 × W 250 × D 73 cm Special commission for Mr. John Schmuk, Titusville, New Jersey, USA. Bibliography: - 'George Nakashima, 50 years of creation', Ed. Galerie Alexandre Guillemain, Paris, 2018, exhibition catalogue, similar model pp. 26-27 - G. Nakashima, 'The Soul of a Tree, A Woodworker's Reflections', Ed.Kodansha International, Tokyo, 1981, similar model pp. 164-165 and drawing of the model p. 151 - J. Lovine & T. Merrill, 'Modern Americana: Studio Furniture from High Craft to High Glam', Ed Rizzoli, 2008, similar design p. 132 A copy of the original order form may be given to the buyer.