Arthur Umanoff Iron Obelisk Pyramid-Form Freestanding Shelving Unit/Etagere

Description

Scarcely seen sculptural wrought iron shelving unit designed by Arthur Umanoff for Shaver Howard.
Unique, graceful pyramid/obelisk-form with four rectangular … more Scarcely seen sculptural wrought iron shelving unit designed by Arthur Umanoff for Shaver Howard.
Unique, graceful pyramid/obelisk-form with four rectangular shelves in faux wood grain laminated pressboard and a rattan basket. Shelves are mounted by screws and can be removed, if a different shelving material is preferred.
Practical, aesthetically pleasing storage/display solution occupying a small footprint.
Good, vintage condition with losses to the shelves, as shown. Remains a visually stunning, structurally sound, rare design by Umanoff. All original condition including all parts (note that the vacant space at the top was designed without a shelf, evidenced by the absence of 'ledge' on which the other shelves rest).
H: 70" x L: 17" x D: 17.25"
Starting at the top, the shelves/basket measure:
1: L: 10.25" x D: 8.75"
2: L: 12.63" x D: 11.25"
3: L: 15" x D: 13.5"
Basket: L: 17" x D: 17.25"
4: L: 16.88" x D: 16.75"
The height between tiers beginning at the top -
17.88" (pointed top to first shelf)
10.78" (1st shelf to 2nd)
11.75" (2nd to 3rd)
14" (3rd to basket)
8.5" (basket to bottom shelf)
Shelves/basket orientation is fixed, not adjustable, though all shelves are removable. less