South India Bookshelf Limewash

A beautiful antique bookshelf originating from South India, finished in a chalky limewash that softens and elevates the natural character of the solid wood beneath. This piece was personally selected by the Raw Materials Amsterdam buying team — buyers who travel to India several times a year to source exceptional vintage furniture directly at origin, visiting local markets, trusted dealers and old storage facilities across the country.

The South India Bookshelf has the quiet confidence of a piece that has lived a full life. Its open shelving configuration makes it as practical as it is beautiful, offering generous display and storage space across multiple levels. The limewash finish brings a calm, considered tone that works beautifully in both contemporary and traditional interior settings.

With its distinctive carved crown detail at the top and its unhurried, artisanal quality, this bookshelf is ideal for interior professionals seeking a piece that adds genuine soul and provenance to a project. As with all Raw Materials unique items, this piece is entirely one of a kind — once it is gone, it is gone.

W: 92 cm | D: 38 cm | H: 194 cm

• Material: Solid wood
• Style: Antique, Vintage, Bohemian
• Finish: Limewash
• Availability: 2-3 weeks

2-3 weeks