$68,380
George Nakashima
Monumental Persian walnut cabinet from the Robert O.
Cash collection
USA, 1968 Persian walnut, pandanus cloth 138¼ w x 22½ d x 30¼ h in (351 x 57 x 77 cm)
result: $68,380
Nearly twelve feet in length, this monumental cabinet is crafted from a single plank of rare Persian walnut, a favorite wood of George Nakashima. Robert O. Cash furnished his home and business with works from the studio and developed a close personal relationship with Nakashima. Cash treasured this special cabinet.
Solid single-board top with one free edge and expressive grain; cabinet features four doors concealing eleven drawers and storage. Sold with a copy of the original order card and a letter of authentication from Mira Nakashima.
provenance: Acquired directly from the artist | Robert O. Cash, Fort Lauderdale
Auctioneer:
Wright Auctions
Date:
2013-12-12
