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The Cassina Veliero bookcase, designed by Franco Albini in 1940, is a groundbreaking piece that redefines the concept of balance and equilibrium. Originally created as a one-off for Albini’s Milan home, this iconic freestanding bookcase defies traditional design principles with its minimal structure, giving the impression that books and objects are floating in mid-air. The Veliero is a testament to Cassina’s design and construction expertise, blending experimental innovation with state-of-the-art technology.
After extensive research and development, Cassina faithfully reproduced the original piece, preserving its light, airy aesthetic and its compelling sense of defying gravity. This bookcase remains a striking work of art, as magical and revolutionary today as when it first appeared, making it a statement piece in any contemporary interior.
Item No.
838 03
Dimensions
205 W – 55,5 D – 266 H. All measurements are in cm.
Details & finishing
Base: MDF panel, ash sheers thickness mm 1, frame in massive ash wood
Metal rod frame powder lacquered matt black
Shelves in extra light tempered and layered glass, polish edge (thickness mm 7)
Uprights and shelves crossboards in massive ash wood
External braces and glass shelves support braces: stainless steel rod
Hardware for assembling: satined and matt lacquered brass
AVP chemical finishing hematite colour
Wooden parts finishing: natural, matt finishing.
Delivery & returns
Delivered to you in 10 – 12 weeks.
The estimated arrival date is determined by the brand inventory, purchase date and the recipient's location. See our shipping policy.
Cassina, founded in Meda in 1927, launched industrial design in Italy during the 1950s by taking a completely new approach that saw a shift from handcraftsmanship to serial production. The company has always had a pioneering attitude thanks to its commitment to research and innovation, combining avant-garde technological skill with traditional craftsmanship. Over the years, it has worked with important architects, designers and creatives to envision new forms and transform them into projects. Today, ‘The Cassina Perspective’ expresses the company’s vision and values through an eclectic collection where innovative products and icons from the Modern Movement come together to create welcoming environments, dialoguing according to a unique design code based on excellence.
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