Original PtolomeoĀ® Special Edition 2024 Vertical Bookcase
The Original PtolomeoĀ® Special Edition 2024 by Opinion Ciatti is a striking reissue of Bruno Rainaldiās iconic vertical bookcase, launched to commemorate the 20th anniversary of its Compasso dāOro win. This limited-edition pieceāproduced in just 99 numbered unitsāhonors the original design that revolutionized how we display books, stripping away excess to let the volumes themselves become the structure. Crafted from raw, black railway sheet metal, each bookcase is visually unique, showcasing bluish-purple tones that result from the distinctive treatment of the steel.
This collectorās edition blends functionality with symbolism, paying homage to Ptolemy I Soter and the ancient Library of Alexandria. A polished stainless steel base bears the engraved signature of the designer and the emblem of the Compasso dāOro, while a numbered plaque marks its exclusivity. Like the original, the Special Edition 2024 creates the illusion of a gravity-defying stack of books, making it as much a sculptural object as a storage solution. Minimalist yet bold, it continues to redefine the art of book display for the design-conscious collector.
Made in Italy by Opinion Ciatti.
Dimensions:Ā Height 84 3/4" Depth 14"Ā Width 14" (16 shelves /~80 books)
Shelf size- 8 x 4 3/4" Ā Recommended maximum weight per shelf - 4.4 lbs.
Materials: Ā Self-standing vertical bookcase with column and shelves made of black steel
and stainless steel base. Adjustable feet. Numbered plate applied to the columnĀ and base engraved with the designer's signature.Ā Limited edition, 99 pieces.Ā Shelf finish: black with blue tones and oxidised parts.Ā Base finish: polished stainless steel.
Original: $2,394.00
-65%$2,394.00
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The Original PtolomeoĀ® Special Edition 2024 by Opinion Ciatti is a striking reissue of Bruno Rainaldiās iconic vertical bookcase, launched to commemorate the 20th anniversary of its Compasso dāOro win. This limited-edition pieceāproduced in just 99 numbered unitsāhonors the original design that revolutionized how we display books, stripping away excess to let the volumes themselves become the structure. Crafted from raw, black railway sheet metal, each bookcase is visually unique, showcasing bluish-purple tones that result from the distinctive treatment of the steel.
This collectorās edition blends functionality with symbolism, paying homage to Ptolemy I Soter and the ancient Library of Alexandria. A polished stainless steel base bears the engraved signature of the designer and the emblem of the Compasso dāOro, while a numbered plaque marks its exclusivity. Like the original, the Special Edition 2024 creates the illusion of a gravity-defying stack of books, making it as much a sculptural object as a storage solution. Minimalist yet bold, it continues to redefine the art of book display for the design-conscious collector.
Made in Italy by Opinion Ciatti.
Dimensions:Ā Height 84 3/4" Depth 14"Ā Width 14" (16 shelves /~80 books)
Shelf size- 8 x 4 3/4" Ā Recommended maximum weight per shelf - 4.4 lbs.
Materials: Ā Self-standing vertical bookcase with column and shelves made of black steel
and stainless steel base. Adjustable feet. Numbered plate applied to the columnĀ and base engraved with the designer's signature.Ā Limited edition, 99 pieces.Ā Shelf finish: black with blue tones and oxidised parts.Ā Base finish: polished stainless steel.
