Ren Freestanding Bookcase

Name: Ren Freestanding Bookcase
Brand: Poltrona Frau
SKU: 5-002681
Availability: InStock

Poltrona Frau

From £7,596

With its tiered symmetry and slender verticals, the Ren bookcase by Poltrona Frau—designed by Neri & Hu—brings architectural rhythm to executive offices, private libraries,... read more

With its tiered symmetry and slender verticals, the Ren bookcase by Poltrona Frau—designed by Neri & Hu—brings architectural rhythm to executive offices, private libraries, and gallery-style interiors. Birch plywood uprights, wrapped in Saddle Extra leather and edged with Canaletto walnut, reference the Chinese ideogram “ren,” a symbol of human connection.

Horizontal surfaces are inset and supported by concealed joinery, with optional brushed steel bookends in a natural brass finish enhancing structure and contrast. A study in spatial openness and cultural layering, Ren reinterprets the bookcase as both sculptural installation and functional anchor—balancing Eastern influence with Italian material precision.

Estimated delivery time: 8 - 10 Weeks

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Upholstery Stitching

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Saddle Extra Leather +£1,668

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DIMENSIONS

W98 x D40 x H188 cm

MATERIALS & DETAILS

Upholstery offered in Saddle Extra leather with delicate handmade markings, or Pelle Frau® ColorSphere® leather with visible stitching in tone-on-tone or contrasting thread.

Structure composed of shaped sides and crosspieces in solid Canaletto walnut, balancing refined craftsmanship with architectural strength.

Shelves made from birch plywood veneered in Canaletto walnut, stabilised by a concealed steel counterweight positioned within the bottom shelf. Adjustable black plastic feet ensure level positioning.

Details include brass-finished metal elements treated with a transparent matt coating, adding subtle lustre to the bookcase’s elegant profile.

YEAR OF DESIGN

2017/2022

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.

For further information please give us a call on 01425 600 273 or visit our made to order page.

Delivery options: United Kingdom

Standard Delivery (courier)

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.

Platinum Delivery (white glove)

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.

Click & Collect

Once your order has arrived in our warehouse, and the item(s) have been quality checked, we will contact you to let you know your order is ready for collection. Please remember to bring proof of purchase with you, such as your order confirmation email.

Delivery options: Worldwide

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Meet the Designer

Neri & Hu

Known for their cross-cultural fluency and architectural depth, Neri&Hu craft furniture and interiors that weave together tradition, innovation, and storytelling. Based in Shanghai, the award-winning duo blends Eastern and Western references with sculptural clarity—creating timeless pieces where context, craft, and concept converge. Their work reflects a global design language rooted in cultural memory and modern form.

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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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