Teak Bookshelf Unit

TEAK BOOKSHELF UNIT

A beautiful and striking teak bookshelf unit that has been elevated with the incorporation of some wonderful hand carved panels which make up the inner edging. There are two shelves fitted which provide three storage areas and a useful lower drawer. This piece originates from Rajasthan and echoes the craftsmanship that the area has historically provided. The mix of old teak resonates various tones and hues, often in a rich honey-like colour.

Visual Description

A wonderful teak wood bookshelf unit that has some detailed and skillfully hand carved elements incorporated into the piece. Two shelves have been fitted and the piece has a lower drawer too with a pair of ring handles either side.

Uses

A lovely bookshelf unit that could be used thoughout the home, whether in a study or living room. Equally, you could have it in a large hallway/entranceway to store books and/or ornaments.

Made in India.

This item is in stock in our furniture shop in Brighton and Hove, Sussex.

Take a look at our blog about this style of furniture here.
These pieces show natural markings from wear and tear over the years. Sometimes there are minor repairs to damaged areas of the wood, and catches, feet. Other metalwork may be original or replaced with a close match to make the item good for use.

Wood carving in India has been around since ancient times, with ancient wood carved temples in Uttar Pradesh bearing witness to this. While Sheesham is the most widely used type of wood, mango,walnut, deodar, ebony and sandalwood – (click to continue reading). 

Customer Reviews

9th January 2019“Hello David,
I just want to let you know that the bookcase arrived today and I absolutely love it. It was well worth moving my house around to accommodate. Many thanks for everything,”Lisa