Stunning A-Frame bookcase by French designer Jacques Adnet. Frame is made of black iron with brass caps. The 5 shelves of this piece are each made of thick ply oak with the edges wrapped in brown leather and fastened with brass hardware. Leather straps connecting each shelf run from the top shelf to the bottom shelf on either side of the bookcase. Every level of the bookcase is slightly larger than the last as you go down the A-Frame. Individual shelf dimensions listed below. No bends to frame and no cracks in any wooden panel. Iron brackets run under each shelf as added support. Extremely rare and collectible piece of Adnet in great vintage condition. Stunning patina to the leather, iron and oak. Very sturdy, substantial bookcase. Tremendous piece of collectible design and Jacques Adnet furniture.
Individual shelf dimensions:
1 - 9.25" D x 29.5" W
2 - 11" D x 29.5" W
3 - 13" D x 29.5" W
4 - 15.75" D x 29.5" W
5 - 18" D x 29.5" W
Individual shelf dimensions:
1 - 9.25" D x 29.5" W
2 - 11" D x 29.5" W
3 - 13" D x 29.5" W
4 - 15.75" D x 29.5" W
5 - 18" D x 29.5" W