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Wabi Sabi Antique Pine Book Shelf, Scandinavia 1800s

$2,502.03
£1,864.93
€2,110
CA$3,433.49
A$3,844.60
CHF 2,005.92
MX$46,843.60
NOK 25,453.68
SEK 24,199.68
DKK 16,064.76
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About the Item

Beautiful antique book shelf in pine. Handcrafted by a Swedish cabinetmaker in the mid 1800s. A great vintage book shelf with a lovely patina. Original deep red paint. Should be attached to a wall to ensure stability. A unique rustic piece that fit in the wabi sabi lifestyle. "A way of life that celebrates the perfectly imperfect – beauty found in the unusual, unfashionable places or objects, and in moments usually overlooked or unappreciated".
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 75.6 in (192 cm)Width: 44.89 in (114 cm)Depth: 13 in (33 cm)
  • Style:
    Romantic (In the Style Of)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    circa 1800s
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    Hønefoss, NO
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU7194236314712

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