Noguchi Coffee Table from Herman Miller - Transparent/ Walnut Wedding Gifts in association with the New

in association with the New York Transit Museum

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It presents nearly 225 works in a variety of mediums

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Noguchi Coffee Table from Herman Miller - Transparent/ Walnut Wedding Gifts in association with the NewThe Noguchi Coffee Table was originally designed in 1939 as a commission from the president of MoMA and is now featured in the Museum's collection. Noguchi modified the design in 1944 to accompany an article by designer George Nelson, entitled, "How to Make a Table." This design reflects the biomorphic imagery of Noguchi's contemporary sculpture. It consists of just three pieces: a free form plate glass top with flat polished edges, and a self