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Modular bookcase designed by Kazuhide Takahama in the late 1960s and produced by Gavina in Italy.
The system consists of …
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Modular bookcase designed by Kazuhide Takahama in the late 1960s and produced by Gavina in Italy.
The system consists of vertical modules enclosed by black lacquered panels, combined with open shelves that connect the elements. The whole rests on a rigorous and repetitive structure, conceived as a true interior architecture. The contrast between the solid volumes and the open sections reinforces the graphic appeal of the piece, while the black finish accentuates its radical and minimalist character. The design prioritizes modularity, flexibility of arrangement, and structural clarity—central principles of Takahama's work.
This bookcase reflects Kazuhide Takahama's exploration of a demanding modernism, at the crossroads of Japanese rigor and the Italian experimentation championed by Gavina. It stands as an emblematic example of Italian modular furniture from the 1960s and 1970s.
Produced by: Gavina, Italy. I have official proof of authenticity such as vintage catalogs,
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- Dimensions
- 118.5ʺW × 12.99ʺD × 91.34ʺH
- Brand
- Gavina
- Period
- 1970s
- Country of Origin
- Italy
- Item Type
- Vintage, Antique or Pre-owned
- Materials
- Wood
- Condition
- Good Condition, Unknown, Some Imperfections
- Color
- Black
- Condition Notes
- Good — This vintage item remains fully functional, but it shows sign of age through scuffs, dings, faded finishes, minimal … moreGood — This vintage item remains fully functional, but it shows sign of age through scuffs, dings, faded finishes, minimal upholstery defects, or visible repairs. less
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