{"product_id":"glas-italia-glass-shelves-1-1976-open-freestanding-crystal-bookcase","title":"GLASS SHELVES #1 (1976) - Open freestanding crystal bookcase","description":"\u003ch2\u003eDesign Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGLASS SHELVES #1 is an open freestanding crystal bookcase designed by legendary Japanese designer Shiro Kuramata in 1976, holding a historic and iconic position in international design history. The perfect balance created by extremely restrained formal beauty and golden proportions delivers timeless beauty that transcends the era even half a century later. The pure structure composed solely of glass without any extraneous elements exists in space like a transparent sculptural work, elevating the concept of storage furniture to the realm of art.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eMaterials and Finish\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis product is manufactured by joining 12mm thick transparent glass using thermo-welding technique. No extraneous elements other than glass, such as metal brackets, adhesives, or bolts, are used, maximizing the inherent pure transparency of the material. The precision thermo-welding technology imbued with Glas Italia's craftsmanship realizes both structural robustness and visual lightness simultaneously, and the clear luster unique to crystal glass subtly reflects surrounding light, adding sophisticated depth to the space.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe dimensions are 165cm width × 35cm depth × 196cm height, and the entire piece is composed of 12mm thick transparent glass. As this product does not include lighting functionality, lighting-related specifications such as light source type, color temperature, CRI, dimming method, voltage, IP rating, and safety rating do not apply.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eOptions Guide\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGLASS SHELVES #1 is provided in a single size of 165×35×196cm. This is a specification that faithfully reproduces the golden proportions of the original design as designed by Shiro Kuramata, and can be utilized as an open bookcase or display shelf in various spaces such as living rooms, studies, and galleries.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eOrder Information\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis product is sourced directly from Europe and only authentic items are handled, provided in a state that meets Glas Italia's strict quality standards. Due to the nature of large furniture with the entire glass unified through thermo-welding, a certain period may be required for production and delivery after ordering. Please inquire separately for detailed schedules.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Glas Italia","offers":[{"title":"165×35×196 cm","offer_id":51788543852760,"sku":"Glas Italia : KUS_165×35×196 cm","price":5625.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0822\/6655\/4584\/files\/h_GLASS-SHELVES-1-1976-GLAS-ITALIA-316978-rel93523524.jpg?v=1780687480","url":"https:\/\/trdst.co\/products\/glas-italia-glass-shelves-1-1976-open-freestanding-crystal-bookcase","provider":"TRDST GLOBAL","version":"1.0","type":"link"}