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Sendai Glass Bookcase by Toyo Ito

$6,394per item
£4,807.77per item
€5,582.99per item
CA$8,929.09per item
A$9,903.02per item
CHF 5,200.58per item
MX$121,616.11per item
NOK 65,834.40per item
SEK 62,082.72per item
DKK 41,655.25per item
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About the Item

Named after the Japanese city of Sendai and exquisitely designed by renowned artist Toyo Ito, this striking bookcase features a dynamic and captivating silhouette boasting a strong emotional power. Superbly crafted, this sculptural piece comprises six light and delicate shelves (including the base) made of smoky tempered glass and connected with solid alder and walnut elements, gently curved in unique, natural shapes.
  • Creator:
    Horm (Designer)
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 75.99 in (193 cm)Width: 75.6 in (192 cm)Depth: 18.9 in (48 cm)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    Contemporary
  • Production Type:
    New & Custom(Current Production)
  • Estimated Production Time:
    11-12 weeks
  • Condition:
  • Seller Location:
    Milan, IT
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: HORMPN-0821stDibs: LU1706216328732

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