George Nakashima Arm Chair:
George Nakashimas armchair was first produced in 1945 and is still in production to this day. Taking inspiration from early American furniture styles such as shaker furniture, we get his take on the smokers bow Windsor chair. From the distinctive spindles to curved back we see where George took inspiration from.
Mulan Chair by Shiershiman (12 Hours)
The mulan chair by shiershiman is a contemporary take on classic chinese furniture. Specifically drawing inspiration from Ming Dynasty curved back chairs. Keeping many elements from the original piece such as intricate joinery to give the illusion of a single piece of wood making up the curved back. Despite the design being modern and simplified, it is still characteristically Chinese.
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