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"Exploring the Art of Shelving: From Budleigh Salterton to Washington DC" Discover the fascinating world of shelving, where functionality meets artistic expression

Background imageShelving Collection: EyeUbiquitous_20100154

EyeUbiquitous_20100154
Turkey, Istanbul, Travel guide books for sale outside a shop

Background imageShelving Collection: France, Loire valley, Interior of supermarket

France, Loire valley, Interior of supermarket

Background imageShelving Collection: The Shelves of Edisons Laboratory with Samples of Every Known Substance, 1902

The Shelves of Edisons Laboratory with Samples of Every Known Substance, 1902
" The Shelves of Edisons Laboratory are Said to contain Samples of Every Known Substance". 1902. From " The Windsor Magazine Vol. XVI - June to November 1902". [Ward, Lock & Co

Background imageShelving Collection: Compactom Household Cupboard Units, 1936

Compactom Household Cupboard Units, 1936. Showroom in Regent Street, London W1. From Decorative Art 1936 - Year-Book of The Studio, by C.G. Holme. [The Studio Limited, London, 1936]

Background imageShelving Collection: Paul Bromberg. Combined drawing- and dining-room in a house at Rotterdam, in ivory

Paul Bromberg. Combined drawing- and dining-room in a house at Rotterdam, in ivory, red-orange and beige, 1939. From Decorative Art 1939 - The Studio Year Book, edited by C. G. Holme

Background imageShelving Collection: Paniconi and Pediconi. A dining room with a large window and curtains designed to

Paniconi and Pediconi. A dining room with a large window and curtains designed to frame a beautiful view, 1939. From Decorative Art 1939 - The Studio Year Book, edited by C. G. Holme

Background imageShelving Collection: Rowley Gallery of Decorative Art Ltd - Combined dining-living-room open, 1939

Rowley Gallery of Decorative Art Ltd - Combined dining-living-room open, 1939. From Decorative Art 1939 - The Studio Year Book, edited by C. G. Holme. [The Studio Ltd. London, 1939]

Background imageShelving Collection: Renovart Ltd: A one-room flat with a useful corner fitment which incldes an electric

Renovart Ltd: A one-room flat with a useful corner fitment which incldes an electric clock fitted into the bookcase, a flap writing desk with radio below, etc. 1939

Background imageShelving Collection: Crane Co. - A compact recess tiled in canary yellow, scored with orange, showing

Crane Co. - A compact recess tiled in canary yellow, scored with orange, showing the stainless-steel shelving which is backed with gun-metal blue plate glass, 1939

Background imageShelving Collection: Drawing-room designed by Andre Dumuys, which adjoins the living-room

Drawing-room designed by Andre Dumuys, which adjoins the living-room, from which it can be separated by folding doors. From Decorative Art 1943-48 - The Studio Year Book. [The Studio Limited, London]

Background imageShelving Collection: Furniture and interior of a private office. Designed by Joseph Sinel, 1930

Furniture and interior of a private office. Designed by Joseph Sinel, 1930. Furniture and interior of a private office designed by Joseph Claude Sinel (1889?1975). From The Studio Volume 99

Background imageShelving Collection: A Conference Table and chairs for a private office. Designed by Joseph Sinel, 1930

A Conference Table and chairs for a private office. Designed by Joseph Sinel, 1930. A conference table by Joseph Claude Sinel (1889-1975). From The Studio Volume 99

Background imageShelving Collection: Food store in occupied Paris, c1941(?)

Food store in occupied Paris, c1941(?)

Background imageShelving Collection: Diamond cutter, 1751-1777

Diamond cutter, 1751-1777. A print from the Encyclopedie, ou Dictionnaire Raisonne des Sciences, des Arts et des Metiers by Diderot & d Alembert, 1751-1777. Private Collection

Background imageShelving Collection: Furriers shop with muff-lined walls and pelts hung from the rafters, 1751-1777

Furriers shop with muff-lined walls and pelts hung from the rafters, 1751-1777. Artist: Denis Diderot
Furriers shop with muff-lined walls and pelts hung from the rafters, 1751-1777. A print from the Encyclopedie, ou Dictionnaire Raisonne des Sciences, des Arts et des Metiers by Diderot & d Alembert

Background imageShelving Collection: Shoe tree makers, 1751-1777. Artist: Denis Diderot

Shoe tree makers, 1751-1777. Artist: Denis Diderot
Shoe tree makers, 1751-1777. A print from the Encyclopedie, ou Dictionnaire Raisonne des Sciences, des Arts et des Metiers by Diderot & d Alembert, 1751-1777. Private Collection

Background imageShelving Collection: Case-makers, 1751-1777. Artist: Denis Diderot

Case-makers, 1751-1777. Artist: Denis Diderot
Case-makers, 1751-1777. A print from the Encyclopedie, ou Dictionnaire Raisonne des Sciences, des Arts et des Metiers by Diderot & d Alembert, 1751-1777. Private Collection

Background imageShelving Collection: Library of the Madrid Ateneo, or Athenaeum, Spain, in the late 19th century; Artwork

Library of the Madrid Ateneo, or Athenaeum, Spain, in the late 19th century; Artwork

Background imageShelving Collection: Male And Female Booksellers Working In 17Th Century Bookshop

Male And Female Booksellers Working In 17Th Century Bookshop

Background imageShelving Collection: Bolton Library, Cashel, Co Tipperary, Ireland, Books And Manuscripts

Bolton Library, Cashel, Co Tipperary, Ireland, Books And Manuscripts

Background imageShelving Collection: Marshs Library, Dublin City, Ireland

Marshs Library, Dublin City, Ireland

Background imageShelving Collection: Once a week, along with the cheese, the bacon and the groceries, a shop in old fashioned

Once a week, along with the cheese, the bacon and the groceries, a shop in old fashioned Chilham becomes the village library. July 7th 1950

Background imageShelving Collection: Reading a score in a music library

Reading a score in a music library. Date: 1940s

Background imageShelving Collection: The Shoemaker of Reville, a town near Cherbourg (oil on wood)

The Shoemaker of Reville, a town near Cherbourg (oil on wood)
XIR383921 The Shoemaker of Reville, a town near Cherbourg (oil on wood) by Fouace, Guillaume Romain (1827-95); Musee d Art Thomas Henry, Cherbourg, France; (add.info.: Le Cordonnier de Reville)

Background imageShelving Collection: Clothing - Air Raid Victims - Queen Elizabeth & Lady Reading

Clothing - Air Raid Victims - Queen Elizabeth & Lady Reading
Inspecting a clothes distribution scheme for Air Raid victims (which have arrived in Britain from New Zealand) - a visit by Queen Elizabeth & Eva Violet Isaacs (neaMond), Marchioness of Reading

Background imageShelving Collection: Supermarket shelves containing bottles of organic sauces, tinned vegetables and other goods

Supermarket shelves containing bottles of organic sauces, tinned vegetables and other goods

Background imageShelving Collection: Wooden bookcase stacked with toys including rubber balls, cuddly animals and plastic cars and trucks

Wooden bookcase stacked with toys including rubber balls, cuddly animals and plastic cars and trucks

Background imageShelving Collection: Prescriptions awaiting collection C013 / 6063

Prescriptions awaiting collection C013 / 6063
Prescriptions awaiting collection. Alphabetical shelving system for prescriptions at a pharmacy awaiting collection

Background imageShelving Collection: Prescriptions awaiting collection C013 / 6064

Prescriptions awaiting collection C013 / 6064
Prescriptions awaiting collection. Alphabetical shelving system for prescriptions at a pharmacy awaiting collection

Background imageShelving Collection: Reading Room of the Library of Congress, Washington DC

Reading Room of the Library of Congress, Washington DC
Reading Room of the Library of Congress, Washington D.C. USA Date: circa 1910s

Background imageShelving Collection: Wine bottles in wine cellar, Saarburg, Saar Valley, Rhineland-Palatinate, Germany, Europe

Wine bottles in wine cellar, Saarburg, Saar Valley, Rhineland-Palatinate, Germany, Europe

Background imageShelving Collection: Cooking street food - Tunis, Tunisia

Cooking street food - Tunis, Tunisia
Cooking and selling street food in Tunis, Tunisia

Background imageShelving Collection: Carpet Sellers - Constantinople, Turkey

Carpet Sellers - Constantinople, Turkey
Carpet Selling in the Constantinople Bazaar from an open stall

Background imageShelving Collection: Tea production

Tea production, Cameron Highlands, Malaysia, Southeast Asia, Asia

Background imageShelving Collection: Pink & Blue Dress 1878

Pink & Blue Dress 1878
Grey-blue dress with V neck, central panel ornamented with horizontal straps, the sleeves & upper bodice with tassels & a white chemise with stand up collar with a ruffle edge




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"Exploring the Art of Shelving: From Budleigh Salterton to Washington DC" Discover the fascinating world of shelving, where functionality meets artistic expression. In Budleigh Salterton, a quaint coastal town, a unique sculpture at the Conservatoire des Arts de la Metallurgie showcases the beauty and versatility of shelving. Crafted with precision and creativity, this piece seamlessly blends into any space while adding an aesthetic touch. Step back in time to 1920 as you enter the interior of a working-class home. The hearths adorned with carefully arranged shelves reflect both practicality and personal taste. These shelves not only hold cherished possessions but also tell stories of lives lived within those walls. At the Conservatoire des Arts de la Metallurgie, sculptures take on new forms through innovative shelving designs. Each creation is a testament to human imagination and craftsmanship that transcends traditional boundaries. In "Portrait of a Woman, " shelves become more than just storage units; they become an integral part of art itself. This captivating artwork captures both elegance and functionality as it showcases how they are enhance our living spaces. Travel across continents to Washington DC in 1939, where an aisle filled with files at the Division of War Department in National Archives stands as a testament to organized chaos. The orderly arrangement demonstrates how shelving plays an essential role in preserving history for future generations. Witness everyday life captured through art in "The Corner of the Kitchen. " With pen, black ink, and watercolor strokes delicately portraying kitchen essentials neatly placed on shelves, this artwork reminds us that even mundane objects can possess beauty when thoughtfully displayed. From ancient civilizations to modern times, it has been utilized worldwide for various purposes. Aztec statuettes proudly stand on display at Mexico's National Museum—a reminder that even centuries ago people recognized the importance of showcasing their cultural heritage through well-placed shelves.