Glass Shelves #1, 1976

Glass shelves #1 by Shiro Kuramata for Glas Italia.

Glas Italia has enlisted a roster of internationally renowned designers to create striking new furniture that marries progressive design with a heritage and tradition of master craftsmanship in glass.

Shiro Kuramata’s work has established him as the foremost Japanese designer of the twentieth century. Glass shelves #1 is an example of his timeless vision, to create practical, beautiful furniture using innovative techniques.

Glass shelves #1 is characterised by flawless clarity of form. Its square proportions make it extremely well balanced, both physically and aesthetically.