Vitra Rayonnage Mural shelf, Japanese red – oak

Vitra’s Rayonnage Mural is a distinctive wall shelf, designed by Jean Prouvé in 1936, characterized by the geometric shape of its two vertical brackets. A recurring feature in several Prouvé designs, the shape is reminiscent of an airplane or a ship’s rudder, and it brings fascinating three-dimensionality to the otherwise understated design.

Like most of Prouvé’s creations, the Rayonnage Mural was designed for a specific project: the École Nationale Professionnelle in the city of Metz. Made of wood and metal, the shelf is sure to fit a variety of spaces, serving a myriad of purposes. What would you fill it with: books, collectibles or something else entirely?