Wall shelving unit, brown teak, by K. Riise, Norway, 1960s.
8 800 PLN
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ABOUT PRODUCTID 475
The Rival wall shelf unit, most likely designed by Kjell Riise and produced by Norwegian manufacturer Brodrene Jatogs Mobelfabrik in the 1960s, exemplifies modular furniture crafted from solid teak wood. The layout features two main drawer sections: the upper portion includes two small drawers with integrated, shaped recessed handles, while the lower section holds a single, wider drawer with identical handles. Each handle, seamlessly incorporated into the drawer front, forms a subtle V-shape, characteristic of Scandinavian modernism. The unit stands on slender, gently tapered legs set at an angle, lending a sense of lightness to the structure. The finish is a warm, medium brown with a delicate golden undertone, typical of oiled teak. Shelf surfaces and drawer fronts display a consistent wood grain, and the precise joinery reflects a high level of craftsmanship. The shelving unit is in very good restored condition, having been carefully refreshed and protected with wood oil.This shelving unit seems to narrate a story of 1960s Norwegian restraint—an era that valued material integrity and function, where every detail was subordinate to practical logic. The recessed handles and geometric lines recall how Scandinavian modernism sought harmony and usefulness over flamboyance. The matte
DIMENSION
Height207 cm
Depth42 cm
Width80 cm
Dimension details
Width80 cm
Height207 cm
Depth42 cm
Weight25 kg
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