With its gold-tone metal structure imitating bamboo and its glass shelves, this second-hand vintage shelf displays an airy and contemporary look. The various levels offer elegant storage for books, a few decorative objects, or glassware, while letting light pass through. The interplay of materials complements a refined decor, whether in a living room or an entryway. The transparency of the glass lightens the overall piece, while the gold tone adds a precious touch without weighing down the room. Placed against a wall, it holds a lamp, a vase, and a stack of coffee table books with great distinction.
Length: 75 cm
Width: 39 cm
Height: 100 cm
A brief history of the shelf
Long before becoming the sleek piece of furniture we know today, the shelf was merely a simple board of raw wood fixed in kitchens or workshops to keep tools within reach. It gained its prestige in the 18th century under the name "gradin" (tier), making its way into living rooms to display precious bindings or fine porcelain. Its structure, devoid of doors or side walls, makes it the lightest piece of furniture in the home, a feat of minimalism that frees up floor space while dressing the walls. Today, it serves not only to store but to showcase our daily lives, transforming a utilitarian surface into a true living tableau that breathes and allows light to circulate.
