The Soul of a Tree: A Master Woodworker's Reflections by George Nakashima

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Publisher
Kodansha America, Incorporated
ISBN-10
1568363958
ISBN-13
9781568363950
eBay Product ID (ePID)
111890048

Product Key Features

Book Title
Soul of a Tree : a Master Woodworkers Reflections
Number of Pages
224 Pages
Language
English
Publication Year
2012
Topic
Individual Artists / General
Illustrator
Yes
Genre
Art
Author
George Nakashima
Format
Trade Paperback

Dimensions

Item Height
0.8 in
Item Weight
44.7 Oz
Item Length
11.6 in
Item Width
8.5 in

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"An impressive book that effectively conveys the textural qualities and sensitivity of this master craftsman's use of wood" -The New York Times "Today's increasing reverence for nature, truth, simplicity and the independent spirit makes the life, work and philosophy of George Nakashima especially meaningful."-Town & Country "From [Nakashima's] tables and chairs flows the unadorned beauty of the rhythms of nature."-Smithsonian "George Nakashima, the foremost master of the craft."-Time "Part woodworking manual, part philosophical journal, this book is as unique as author and woodworking legend George Nakashima's exquisite furniture." -This Old House magazine, "An impressive book that effectively conveys the textural qualities and sensitivity of this master craftsman's use of wood" -- New York Times "Today's increasing reverence for nature, truth, simplicity and the independent spirit makes the life, work and philosophy of George Nakashima especially meaningful." -- Town & Country "From [Nakashima's] tables and chairs flows the unadorned beauty of the rhythms of nature." -- Smithsonian " George Nakashima , the foremost master of the craft."-- Time "... like his designs, the text is graceful and evocative." -- Portfolio "Part woodworking manual, part philosophical journal, this book is as unique as author and woodworking legend George Nakashima's exquisite furniture." -- This Old House magazine
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Dewey Decimal
749.092
Synopsis
On a farmlike compound near New Hope, Pennsylvania, George Nakashima, his family, and fellow wood-workers create exquisite furniture from richly grained, rare timber. Tables, desks, chairs, and cabinets from this simple workshop grace the homes and mansions and executive boardrooms of people who prize such excellence. In this lavishly illustrated volume, George Nakashima allows us in intimate look at his artistry, his philosophy, his life. It is the portrait of an artisan who strives to find the ideal use for each plank in order to create an object of utility to', A master woodworker shares his experiences and techniques. "... Like his designs, the text is graceful and evocative." -Portfolio, On a farmlike compound near New Hope, Pennsylvania, George Nakashima, his family, and fellow wood-workers create exquisite furniture from richly grained, rare timber. Tables, desks, chairs, and cabinets from this simple workshop grace the homes and mansions and executive boardrooms of people who prize such excellence. In this lavishly illustrated volume, George Nakashima allows us in intimate look at his artistry, his philosophy, his life. It is the portrait of an artisan who strives to find the ideal use for each plank in order to "create an object of utility to man and, if nature smiles, an object of lasting beauty." The author's search for the meaning of life took him as a young man to Paris, Tokyo, and Pondicherry, India. In India, he found the inner peace for which he had been searching and began to find ways to work with timber. He writes movingly about the grandeur of ancient trees and stunning figured woods and explains how he selects and prepares his materials. Above all, he impresses us with his devotion to discovering the inherent beauty of wood so that noble trees might have a second life as furniture. The Soul of a Tree looks at the world through the eyes of an artist and evokes the joy of living in harmony with nature.

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  • by pegworthy43
    15. Mai. 2018

    A gift for a friend who loved it

    Anyone who loves wood furniture, woodworking, or just the beauty of trees should at least take a look at this book. They will never look at wood furniture as just "ordinary".

    Verified purchase: YesCondition: NewSold by: greatbookprices1

  • by lithogod
    22. Sep. 2025

    Awesome book

    If you are a woodworker and know anything about George Nakashima, this is the book to have on your shelf for inspiration.

    Verified purchase: YesCondition: NewSold by: newbookdeals

  • by davesep1938
    29. Aug. 2018

    All about trees

    Well written

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