George Nakashima (1905 ñ 1990), Nakashima Studios, Cherry Frenchmanís Cove #2 dining table with straight edges. Cherry throughout with top joined by four butterfly joints. 72? x 40?. Circa 1968. Includes letter of authenticity from Mira Nakashima stating the table was manufactured for Mr. Philip W. Brown of Atlanta, GA in 1968. Philip Brown earned his Navy wings in 1963 and served 4 years active duty in a fighter squadron. His later years as a NASA research pilot included 27 years of service, and he authored and co-authored 36 papers and oral NASA presentations. In 1995, Brown was awarded the NASA Exceptional Service Medal for his work. Condition: Overall excellent condition with old varnish and very minor abrasions to top. Condition: Overall excellent condition with old varnish and very minor abrasions to top.