String Furniture - Pocket Wall Shelf 1949-2024 Anniversary Edition

To mark the 75th anniversary of the String shelf, String Furniture is celebrating the timeless beauty of this iconic design with an exclusive limited edition.

In autumn 1949, Nisse and Kajsa's String shelf won over the jury and secured first place in Bonnier's renowned bookshelf competition. Among 194 competitors from all over Europe, the USA and even Australia, the unique design stood out for its combination of functional aesthetics and craftsmanship.

Each shelf is a tribute to the past, proudly presenting the original blue wall panels and solid pine shelves, just like the winning model from 1949.

The winning design from 1949 is revived in this special series, with every detail carefully reconstructed to preserve the authenticity and charm of that era. These shelves embody not only the history of the String shelf, but also the timeless elegance that has distinguished it since its introduction.

It may seem strange that something as simple and unassuming as this small, delicate and lightweight shelf with its thin wire frame could become a design classic of the 20th century. But it is precisely this simplicity that makes String so unique!

more than a flash of genius