This light wood and wrought iron shelving unit adds a refined touch to your home. Its three levels offer airy storage for books, dishes, or a few baskets, while the black frame highlights the softness of the light wood shelves. Second-hand, this thrifted piece retains this dialogue between raw material and bright finish, ideal in a kitchen, living room, or entryway.
Length: 112 cm
Width: 43 cm
Height: 83.5 cm
Shelf height: 28 cm
A little history of the shelving unit
Long before becoming the sleek piece of furniture we know today, the shelving unit was merely a simple raw wooden board fixed in kitchens or workshops to keep tools within easy reach. It gained its nobility in the 18th century under the name of "gradin," entering living rooms to display precious bindings or fine porcelain. Its structure without doors or side panels makes it the lightest piece of furniture in the house, a feat of minimalism that frees up floor space while dressing the walls. Today, it is no longer just used for storage, but to showcase our daily lives, transforming a utilitarian surface into a true living painting that breathes and lets light circulate.
