With its blue-painted wood and metal shell handles, this reclaimed wood bookcase has a restrained contemporary look. Tall and spacious, it offers ample room for books, ceramics or precious papers while taking up little floor space. Two drawers complete the design, keeping items you prefer to hide within easy reach, whether in an entryway or living room. The wood complements the blue to create a soft, structured presence that is easy to pair with understated décor. In a study, it can hold a stack of books, a few notebooks and a lamp on its top shelf.
Length: 34 cm
Width: 92 cm
Height: 196 cm
Drawer height: 10 cm
A brief history of the bookcase
Long reserved for palaces, the bookcase entered private homes in the 18th century with the growing appreciation for literature. It is distinguished by its adjustable shelves, made possible by a rack system—a technical innovation that allows the height to be adjusted according to the size of the bindings. Before becoming a freestanding piece of furniture, it was often built into the wood paneling of castles; it was the bourgeoisie that turned it into an independent piece that can be moved as desired. Whether open or glazed, it is a sanctuary of knowledge, once referred to as a “library” in old inventories.
