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Swedish Modern, Set of 6 Multifunctional Shelves in Pine, Late 19th Century

$1,500per set
£1,115.08per set
€1,305.40per set
CA$2,097.71per set
A$2,342.32per set
CHF 1,221.82per set
MX$28,802.25per set
NOK 15,420.83per set
SEK 14,518.17per set
DKK 9,738.26per set
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About the Item

Sold as a set 6. In the year 1877, the Swedish Royal library moved into a newly constructed building in Humlegården, Stockholm. The Architect was Gustaf Dahl. On the top 3 floors of the original building, in the book storage areas, these wooden shelves were placed on iron holders built into the house walls. During the 1990s the building was renovated and they were supposed to be thrown away, and if it hadn't been for a carpenter working with the renovations, they would surely be gone for now. Instead they are now a preserved piece of history. These Swedish Modern wall shelves in solid pine can be used in multiple functions. Either as a single shelf solution, a shoe rack or a larger shelve unit, only the imagination set boundaries for the endless possibilities. They will complement any type of modern interior. A classic, Scandinavian or an Art Deco home. A warm colour and patina that pair well with the Minimalist scandinavian lifestyle. Scandinavian design is characterized by a minimal, clean approach that seeks to combine functionality with beauty. Its focus is on simple lines and light spaces.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 4.73 in (12 cm)Width: 29.93 in (76 cm)Depth: 11.82 in (30 cm)
  • Sold As:
    Set of 6
  • Style:
    Brutalist (In the Style Of)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1877
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Minor losses.
  • Seller Location:
    Odense, DK
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU5686245616812

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