Albero Bookcase

Name: Albero Bookcase
Brand: Poltrona Frau
SKU: 5-00355
Availability: InStock

Poltrona Frau

£17,172

Suspended between sculpture and system, the Albero bookcase by Poltrona Frau reinterprets modular shelving through the radical vision of Gianfranco Frattini. Designed in the lat... read more

Suspended between sculpture and system, the Albero bookcase by Poltrona Frau reinterprets modular shelving through the radical vision of Gianfranco Frattini. Designed in the late 1950s and emblematic of the Neoliberty movement, its floor-to-ceiling axis in solid Canaletto walnut veneer rotates 360 degrees, transforming function into architecture.

The rack-and-pinion centre column supports eight adjustable MDF shelves—precisely engineered and lacquered by hand. Secured with rubber anti-slip feet, Albero delivers structural clarity and expressive rhythm in equal measure. Ideal for gallery interiors, design libraries, or architectural living rooms, this sculptural bookcase remains one of mid-century Italy’s most iconic contributions to modern form.

Estimated delivery time: 8 - 10 Weeks

£17,172

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Specifications

DIMENSIONS

W83 x D83 x H262-328 cm

MATERIALS & DETAILS

Supporting structure crafted from solid Canaletto walnut, featuring two toothed supports with a unique rack joint and four vertical pillars. Regularly spaced holes allow for the precise assembly of 12 veneered MDF shelves.

Shelves made from MDF with Canaletto walnut veneer, harmonising with the frame for a seamless, architectural aesthetic.

Fixing system uses two anchoring ferrules—one secured to the ceiling within a recessed cup, the other fixed to the floor with slip-resistant rubber. Stability is ensured by four adjustable metal locknuts (two upper, two lower).

Hardware includes brass screws and antiqued burnished steel finishes for the ferrules and ceiling cup, adding refined detail to the technical elements.

Rotation allows the entire bookcase to turn 360° around its axis, offering flexibility in display and access.

Aesthetic details include a laser-engraved designer signature and the Poltrona Frau logo on the lower toothed support.

YEAR OF DESIGN

1960

This product is made to order

This product is made to order in the Poltrona Frau factory in Italy especially for you, with a production time of 6 - 8 weeks, therefore please expect delivery within 8 - 10 weeks from the date of order.

These lead times are estimates, for your guidance and can be subject to change. A more accurate delivery estimate will be supplied to you by email within 14 days of your order being processed.

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Standard Delivery is a courier delivery service suitable for smaller furniture items, and most lighting & accessory items. Once the items you've ordered are ready for dispatch from our warehouse, your order will be dispatched on a next day service.

This service does not include delivery into the property, assembly or unpacking. For larger items the driver may require assistance when unloading.

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The delivery team will deliver your items to your room of choice and remove all the packaging for you. If required, all items will be assembled by the delivery team. Once the items have been received into our warehouse and are ready for delivery, our delivery team will be in touch to arrange delivery with you.

On-site installation is regrettably not available for lighting products or wall mounted goods such as, but not limited to shelving, mirrors, and pictures.

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Meet the Designer

Gianfranco Frattini

Gianfranco Frattini, a master of Italian mid-century design, is renowned for his elegant and functional furniture creations. Blending traditional craftsmanship with modern innovation, his timeless designs embody sophistication and continue to inspire contemporary interiors worldwide.

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Meet the Maker

Poltrona Frau

Founded in 1912 and based in Tolentino, Poltrona Frau is one of Italy’s most storied furniture makers. From proprietary leathers to timber and textile, its atelier combines hand-finished techniques with architectural precision. Every piece reflects over a century of design culture—where craftsmanship, material rigour, and refined comfort quietly converge.

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