This vintage second-hand rattan shelving unit in a light wood tone adds a soft countryside touch. Its three open compartments provide an organized storage solution for shoes, books, or small items, while its height allows it to fit into a narrow entryway or at the foot of a bed. The rattan, combined with bamboo, creates a light presence that pairs well with a jute rug, a basket, or a ceramic lamp. In a bedroom, it will happily hold a stack of books and a glass vase placed on the top shelf. As a second-hand item, it carries the marks of its past: a lovely natural patina and some signs of use. Width: 32 cm Depth: 29 cm Height: 92 cm Niche height: 18 cm A little history of the shelf Long before becoming the sleek furniture we know today, the shelf was just a simple plank of raw wood fixed in kitchens or workshops to keep tools within reach. It earned its place in the 18th century under the name "gradin," making its way into parlors to display precious bindings or fine porcelain. Its structure without doors or side panels makes it the lightest piece of furniture in the house, a feat of minimalism that allows for floor space to be freed while dressing the walls. Today, it serves not only for storage but to stage our daily lives, transforming a utilitarian surface into a true living tableau that breathes and allows light to circulate.