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Carrara Marble Bookcase with Glass Shelves, 1970

About the Item

Low bookcase crafted of white Carrara marble with three transparent glass shelves. This vintage shelving made in the 1970s is close to the work of Alessandro Mendini (1931-2019), Italian architect and designer, actor of radical design in Italy. He created in 1970-80 the Tempietto bookcase, a modular bookcase in Carrara marble with glass shelves manufactured by Up Group, leader in the production and processing of marble in Italy. Circa: 1970 Dim: W: 63 in - D: 13,4in - H: 44,5in. Dim: L: 160cm, P: 34cm, H: 113cm.
  • Similar to:
    Alessandro Mendini (Designer)
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 44.49 in (113 cm)Width: 63 in (160 cm)Depth: 13.39 in (34 cm)
  • Style:
    Mid-Century Modern (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1970
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. In overall good condition, the marble with very small chips.
  • Seller Location:
    Paris, FR
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: 28621stDibs: LU2065323639302

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