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Birch Bark Bookcase by Sophie Gallardo & George Guillaume Cassan
This stunning bookcase by French designers Sophie Gallardo & George Guillaume Cassanis a bold statement piece that blends raw natural texture with practical modern design. Wrapped entirely in genuine birch bark, this unit features a grid of open compartments, perfect for storing books, collectibles, or wine. Set on discreet castor wheels, it can be easily repositioned—ideal for dynamic interiors.
Gallardo’s signature use of natural bark materials creates a one-of-a-kind surface texture that evokes woodland environments and brutalist sensibilities. Each panel is uniquely marked by the tree’s natural patterns, lending a tactile, sculptural quality to the piece.
Why Birch Bark?
Birch bark has been used for centuries in both functional and decorative crafts across Northern and Eastern Europe. Known for its durability, flexibility, and natural resistance to moisture, it also offers a uniquely tactile and organic appearance, ranging from creamy tones to rich browns and grays with knots and bark scars that tell the tree’s story.
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Details:
- Designer: Sophie Gallardo
- Material: Natural birch bark with black internal shelving
- Construction: Wood structure, birch bark cladding, blue painted interiors
- Features: 24 open compartments, mounted on 4 caster wheels
- Style: Organic modern / Brutalist / Wabi-sabi
- Dimensions (approx.): Height 213 cm | Width 188 cm | Depth 41 cm
- Condition: Excellent – professionally crafted with intentional natural variation
This piece was bought in 2009 for 10.000€
This piece is as much an artwork as it is functional storage—a perfect match for interiors that celebrate material honesty and nature-inspired design.
- Designer
- Sophie Gallardo
- Material
- Natural birch bark with black internal shelving
Excellent – professionally crafted with intentional natural variation
- Collection
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Mechelsesteenweg 715, 3020 Herent
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