Rita French Provincial Half Moon Wall Shelf, Distressed White Metal Gallery 48cm
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Examples of Château Living
The smaller half moon in the pair, a warm timber ledge on a chalky white openwork gallery.
Rita is the smaller of two demilune wall shelves, with a fir timber top over a pierced metal gallery. The gallery is a ball-and-bar lattice in a distressed chalky white, worn back in places to the bare metal. The top is a half circle with a softly rounded front edge.
At 48cm along the wall and 17cm deep, it suits a narrower spot, a small entry, a bathroom, a nook beside a window, or above a bedside. It sits flush to the wall on the straight back edge. The finish matches the larger Rolande, so the two hang together as a pair at staggered heights.
Why we love it
- ◆ A softer shelf shape, the half moon sits more gently on a wall than a hard rectangle.
- ◆ Distressed white over bare metal, the openwork gallery is worn back for a gently aged look.
- ◆ Sized for tighter spots, narrow enough for a small wall, a nook, or above a bedside.
- ◆ Pairs with Rolande, hang the two at different heights for a collected, layered wall.
Dimensions & Details
| Width | 48 cm |
| Depth from wall | 17 cm |
| Height | 10.5 cm (the gallery) |
| Weight | 1.37 kg (net) |
| Materials | Fir timber top, openwork metal gallery |
| Finish | Distressed chalky white, worn to bare metal, natural timber top |
| Style | French Provincial · cottage · shabby chic |
| Suitable for | Indoor use |
How to style it
Rita is the compact half moon, so keep it simple, a single object and a little greenery.
- Stand one candle from our candle holders with a sprig of dried stems.
- Set a small frame or a bud vase from our vases in a bathroom or beside a bed.
- Pair it with the larger Rolande for a staggered two-shelf wall, or layer it with other shelves and corbels.
- Keep it to one or two pieces so the openwork gallery stays the feature.
Stylist's Tip Hang Rita a little above the larger Rolande so the pair steps up the wall. Keep each ledge to one or two pieces so the galleries stay the feature.
Care & Keeping
Dust gently with a soft dry cloth, and use a dry soft brush to reach between the openwork gallery. Keep it indoors and away from damp, since the metal can mark and the timber top is not sealed for outdoor use. The distressing is part of the finish, so a little wear at the edges is intended, not a fault. Mounting hardware is not included.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can Rita be used outdoors?
It is made for indoor use. The metal gallery can mark in damp air and the timber top is not sealed for weather, so keep it inside or in a fully covered, dry spot.
What style of room does it suit?
French provincial, cottage, and shabby chic first, with a coastal lean from the chalky white. It sits well against white, cream, sage, or exposed brick walls.
How big is it?
It runs 48cm along the wall, stands 10.5cm tall at the gallery, and projects about 17cm out as a half circle. A neat ledge for a candle, a small frame, or a little plant.
Will mine look exactly like the photos?
Each piece is hand-finished, so the distressing and the way the white wears back to the metal vary a little from one to the next. These small differences are part of the character and are not faults.
Is this sold as a pair?
No. Rita is the smaller size and is sold on its own. The larger Rolande half moon shelf is a separate listing. The photos show both together so you can see how the pair looks, but each is purchased separately.
Because Rita is hand-finished, slight variations in patina, texture, and wear are natural and add to the unique character of each piece. Colour may also vary slightly between screens, all photography is taken in natural light.
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