A black metal shelving unit with five white shelves stands in a bright room next to a window, holding books, a bowl, a small vase, and a box. A potted plant is on the left and a green velvet stool is on the right.
68 inch arched bookshelf with black metal frame and white shelves
Close-up of a black metal shelving unit with a white marble-look shelf, showing the frame and arch design against a white background.
A tall black metal shelving unit with an arched top frame and four open shelves, styled in a home office setting next to a wooden desk and a potted fiddle-leaf fig plant.
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68" Arched Bookcase - Black Metal Frame with White Shelves

€99,00
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€99,00

This 68-inch arched bookcase turns a functional piece of storage into a deliberate design statement. The curved black metal frame tapers to a clean arch at the top, giving the unit a quiet architectural quality that standard rectangular bookcases simply cannot match. Four white shelves sit within the frame, the upper two framed by the arch and the lower two in the rectangular base section, creating a two-tone silhouette that works as effortlessly in a minimal home office as it does as a focal point in a living room. At 173 cm tall, it makes proper use of vertical space without overwhelming the floor area beneath it.

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68" Arched Bookcase - Black Metal Frame with White Shelves
€99,00

Most bookcases are rectangles. This one has an arch, and that is not a minor detail. The arched frame transforms what is functionally a shelving unit into something that reads like architectural furniture, without adding bulk, complexity, or cost that pushes the piece beyond what a home office or living room display shelf needs to be. Here is everything it brings to the room.

  • Arched black powder-coated metal frame, the curved top is formed from the same steel tube construction as the rest of the frame, bent and welded to a smooth, continuous arch; the powder-coated matte black finish bonds to the metal under heat, resisting chipping and maintaining its appearance under normal indoor conditions
  • 4 white MFC shelves, the shelves are finished in a clean white that creates a deliberate high-contrast two-tone effect against the black frame; the bright shelf surfaces also make it easier to see and retrieve stored items without bending to read spines or labels
  • Upper arch section with 2 shelves, the two upper shelves sit within the curved portion of the frame, which frames them like a display window; this section is ideal for objects you want to present as a composed display rather than purely functional storage
  • Lower rectangular section with 2 shelves, the two lower shelves sit within the straight lower section of the frame, providing the more practical everyday-accessible storage tier; the transition between the arched upper section and the rectangular lower section creates a visual rhythm that makes the piece interesting from across a room
  • Sturdy metal and MFC construction, the heavy-duty metal tubes and thickened board shelves combine to give this bookcase structural stability that single-material wooden alternatives rarely match at the same height and price point
  • Tall 173 cm profile in a compact footprint, at 61 cm wide and 30 cm deep, this bookcase makes significant use of vertical space without projecting far from the wall; the narrow depth keeps it close to the wall even in tighter rooms
  • Open design on all sides, the absence of a back panel keeps the bookcase visually light and allows it to work either flush against a wall or as a subtle room divider in an open-plan space
  • Ships flat-packed and ready to assemble, all fixings and step-by-step instructions are included; most customers complete assembly in approximately 30 to 45 minutes

Frequently Asked Questions

The upper section of the frame curves to a smooth arch at the top, framing two shelves within the curved portion. This creates a display window effect, making the upper shelves feel like a composed presentation space rather than simple storage. The lower section has a straight rectangular frame containing two further shelves at more accessible heights. The transition between the two sections, arched above and rectangular below, is what gives this bookcase its distinctive silhouette. Most buyers use the upper arch section for curated display objects and plants, and the lower section for books and everyday items.

The white shelves are a deliberate design choice that works alongside the matte black frame to create a high-contrast, graphic two-tone effect. A wood-effect shelf against a black frame reads as industrial or rustic; a white shelf reads as architectural and contemporary. The white MFC surface is also easy to read against when looking for books, is easy to keep clean, and does not compete visually with the objects placed on it, which suits a display-focused bookcase where the objects themselves are meant to be seen.

Per-shelf weight capacity is still being confirmed with the client. As a practical guide, comparable arched metal-frame bookcases with MFC shelves at this height typically carry 20 to 30 kg per shelf, giving an overall capacity of around 90 kg across all four shelves. This is sufficient for full rows of standard hardback books, small plants, and decorative objects. Avoid concentrating heavy items on a single shelf; distributing weight evenly across all shelves is good practice for any bookcase at this height.

Yes. The open-frame design with no back panel means items on the shelves are visible from both sides, and the arch reads as a sculptural element from whichever direction you approach it. Positioned perpendicular to the longest wall in an open-plan living space, it creates a soft visual boundary between zones without blocking light or making the room feel divided. The white shelves and black frame are equally readable from both sides, and the arch silhouette makes a stronger design statement than a standard rectangular bookcase in this position.

Most customers complete assembly in approximately 30 to 45 minutes using the included fixings and step-by-step instruction guide. The process involves assembling the metal frame sections and attaching the shelves. One person can manage the assembly comfortably, though having a second person to hold the frame steady when attaching the top arch section makes the process easier and ensures the arch sits square. No specialist tools are required. After assembly, fix the unit to the wall using the included anti-tipping hardware or suitable wall brackets for added stability.