U.S. master woodworker's legacy reflects essence of Japanese aesthetics

U.S. master woodworker's legacy reflects essence of Japanese aesthetics

NEW HOPE, United States - Mira Nakashima (2nd from R) and her team of craftsmen pose with furniture made by her late father, George Nakashima, in New Hope, Pennsylvania, on Dec. 3, 2013. There are enthusiastic fans of Nakashima's furniture in North America, Europe and Asia.

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