Tables — Art of Collecting: A Pacific Island Connoisseur of Art and Design
George Nakashima (Japanese: 中島勝寿) was an influential Japanese-American artist, architect, and furniture maker. He is renowned for his mastery of woodworking and his philosophy of incorporating natural materials and traditional craftsmanship into his designs.
Nakashima's furniture designs emphasized simplicity, functionality, and the integration of nature into the living space. He believed in the spiritual essence of the materials he used and aimed to create pieces that harmonized with their surroundings and brought a sense of peace and tranquility to the users.
His signature designs often featured clean lines, elegant proportions, and meticulous joinery techniques. Nakashima's work showcased a blend of Japanese aesthetics, American modernism, and his own unique artistic vision.
Charlotte Perriand was a French architect and designer. Her work aimed to create functional living spaces in the belief that better design helps in creating a better society. In her article "L'Art de Vivre" from 1981 she states "The extension of the art of dwelling is the art of living — living in harmony with man's deepest drives and with his adopted or fabricated environment." Charlotte liked to take her time in a space before starting the design process.
Émile-Jacques Ruhlmann, (sometimes called Jacques-Émile Ruhlmann), was a French furniture designer and interior decorator, who was one of the most important figures in the Art Deco movement. His furniture featured sleek designs, expensive and exotic materials and extremely fine craftsmanship, and became a symbol of the luxury and modernity of Art Deco. It also produced a reaction from other designers and architects, such as Le Corbusier, who called for simpler, functional furniture.
George Nakashima (Japanese: 中島勝寿) was an influential Japanese-American artist, architect, and furniture maker. He is renowned for his mastery of woodworking and his philosophy of incorporating natural materials and traditional craftsmanship into his designs.
Nakashima's furniture designs emphasized simplicity, functionality, and the integration of nature into the living space. He believed in the spiritual essence of the materials he used and aimed to create pieces that harmonized with their surroundings and brought a sense of peace and tranquility to the users.
His signature designs often featured clean lines, elegant proportions, and meticulous joinery techniques. Nakashima's work showcased a blend of Japanese aesthetics, American modernism, and his own unique artistic vision.
