I’ve always dreamed of owning a Nakashima table….maybe when I win the lottery. In the meantime, I’ll settle for a tiny knock-off found at none other than TJ Maxx. One of my better fashion bargain stops is slowly becoming a real contender in home decor. Most urban areas have one and it’s worth sifting through the piles of ugly floral plates to find something like this. It adds the rustic touch to a modern setting without screaming “log cabin”. It doesn’t have the elegantly honed legs that a real one would have, but for $35 vs. $3,500…I can live with that. If $295-$350 sounds like a deal to you, then Pearl River has a nice option.
Another strategy is to buy a slab top from someone like Newton Woods and adding your own legs. For example, the piece below is currently selling for $249 – plus shipping. I have also seen slab tops on e-bay for a wide range of prices – many affordable. Classic mid century turned legs or retro metal hairpin legs would make your table a showstopper.
