Straight-Back Chair - George Nakashima for Knoll

Knoll production of the Straight-Back Chair by George Nakashima. 

George Nakashima’s modern interpretation of the traditional Windsor chair. Featuring low-sheen finishes that amplify grain patterns, the Straight Chair showcases Nakashima’s deference to the natural beauty of wood and his legendary craftsmanship.

Nakashima’s Splay Leg Table and Straight Chair designs were created for, and originally produced by, Knoll in the 1940s. Consistent with his body of work, these Knoll pieces combine the modern aesthetic with a deep respect for the natural forms of a tree and the inherent beauty of wood. This piece was reintroduced by KnollStudio in 2008.

Date of manufacturing: 2008-present 

Date of design: 1948