Design étagère Bookcase – Italy, 1970s

Design Étagère Bookcase – Italy, 1970s

An elegant étagère from the 1970s, a period when Italian design successfully combined formal experimentation with material refinement.

Dimensions: H 200 x W 115 x D 41 cm.

The structure, crafted from finely worked natural rattan, features a sinuous, continuous rhythm that culminates in the characteristic inverted “U”-shaped upper arches—an iconic detail that lends lightness and grace to the piece. This curvilinear design creates a harmonious balance between stability and dynamism, making the bookcase visually sophisticated from every angle.

The five shelves in fine burl wood introduce a warm, enveloping touch: the rich, undulating grain interacts with the more linear texture of the rattan, creating a material contrast of great elegance. Satin-finished brass elements accentuate the structure

Resting on solid, sculpted legs, the étagère combines stability and refinement, maintaining a light and versatile presence.