Étagère - Beech

Era: early 1900s
Material: beech wood
Style: between Art Nouveau and early Art Déco influences
Condition: good, with slight signs of age; as shown in the images, one of the little feet may require a small restoration intervention.

Refined and elegant étagère from the early 20th century, made of beech wood.
Although lacking decorations and ornaments, it can be allied with the Art Nouveau taste; the geometric and essential lines highlight its formal purity and visual lightness.
The vertical uprights, slim, proportioned and strict, mark the space with balance and give the piece a refined essentiality.
The functional conception and the clarity of the design hint at a transitional phase toward rationalist Art Déco, making this piece an interesting testament to a moment of evolution of taste between two eras, in which decoration gives way to functionality and modern design.

Thanks to its sober lines and discreet presence, this furniture fits naturally in both classical environments and contemporary or eclectic contexts.
Perfect as a decorative element or as a support to display works of art, books or collections, it combines functionality and vintage style in a timeless balance.

Pickup required in Northern Italy, in Brescia or Verona; or alternatively in Emilia-Romagna at a location to be agreed (with possible contribution). The item cannot be shipped.