Dust regularly with a soft, completely dry cloth to clear debris from the slats.
Avoid liquid cleaners, chemical polishes, or prolonged dampness.
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Product code: 15373 A
Dimensions: 87 x 43 x 185 cm
Material: Solid Mango Wood.
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A striking blend of rustic honesty and architectural lightness, this multi-tiered bookcase features five slatted display shelves framed by open X-brace side paneling. Crafted from seasoned Indian timber and finished with an artisanally distressed patina, it offers an airy yet grounded storage solution that infuses contemporary homes with soulful, global character.
Features
The Lattice Cross Accent Bookcase brings an authentic, storied presence to contemporary living spaces. Its design is rooted in the practical elegance of traditional regional cabinetry, where open-air construction was essential for ventilation and durability. The piece is defined by its striking geometric framework—the side panels feature a repeating series of hand-joined X-braces that distribute weight evenly while keeping the silhouette remarkably light and scannable.
The true character of the piece lies in its five slatted shelves. Rather than using solid, heavy boards that block light, the shelves are engineered with uniformly spaced timber slats, introducing a rhythmic linear texture that lets light filter down through each level. The finishing process is highly intensive: the wood is coated in layered pigment, then selectively wire-brushed and abraded by hand to reveal the underlying wood grain, dark knots, and raw textures. This deliberate weathering mimics generations of natural aging, ensuring that no two pieces carry the exact same character lines. Whether dressed with heavily textured art books or minimalist ceramic vessels, this heirloom-quality tower adds a layered, worldly dimension to luxury interiors.
Style Details
Architectural Influences: Traditional utility design, regional market shelving, and rustic coastal influences.
Pattern Style: Linear slatted shelving grid paired with geometric structural cross-bracing.
Decorative Elements: Heavy hand-distressing, rubbed corners, and exposed grain highlights.
Craftsmanship Details
Technique: Hand-fitted mortise and tenon joinery with manually distressed pigment scoring.
Skill Level Required: Local artisans skilled in balancing structural timber framing with hand-weathering finish techniques.
Handcrafted Features: Variations in slat spacing, unique wood scoring marks, and asymmetric paint abrasion.
Finishing Process: Sanded, multi-layered paint wash application, followed by manual distressing and a protective matte sealant.
Wood Quality & Finish Characteristics
Wood Type: High-grade seasoned solid timber.
Depth & Texture: High tactile variation; the dry-brushed finish leaves a raw, non-glossy texture that celebrates the timber's natural imperfections.
Distinction: Replaces cold, mass-produced veneer boards with a weighty, multi-toned solid wood structure that ages gracefully.
Suggestions for Incorporation
Placement Ideas: Perfect against a blank living room wall, flanking a grand doorway in pairs, or utilized as an organic storage tower in a spacious master bathroom.
Styling Tips: Balance the heavy texture of the wood by styling the shelves with smooth ceramic vases, cascading green foliage, and brass decorative objects.
Detailed Specifications
Origin: India.
Interior Types: Global Eclectic, Rustic Refined, Modern Farmhouse, Coastal Luxury.
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