Modular floor-to-ceiling bookcase, Made in Italy, 1950s/60s

Modular floor-to-ceiling bookcase, Made in Italy, 1950s/60s Production: La Sorgente del Mobile, Arosio Period: Late 1950s – Early 1960s Origin: Italy Uprights: Painted metal Furniture Finish: Rosewood Hardware: Brass Description: This elegant modular floor-to-ceiling bookcase is a perfect example of Italian rationalist design from the second half of the 20th century. Produced by La Sorgente del Mobile in Arosio between the late 1950s and early 1960s, it stands out for its functional and sophisticated structure. The metal uprights, with floor-to-ceiling tension support, provide stability and visual lightness to the entire system. The modular rosewood elements, with their warm horizontal grain, offer a modular and versatile solution: The brass hardware adds a refined and distinctive touch to the furniture, emphasizing the attention to detail typical of Italian craftsmanship of the period. Historical Notes: The furniture fits fully into the trend of modular furnishings of the Italian economic boom years, where design married function without sacrificing aesthetics.