Bramante Lacquered Sideboard attributed to Kazuhide Takahama for Ultrazionale, Gavina, 1975

The Bramante sideboard is an iconic sideboard designed in 1974 by Japanese architect and designer Kazuhide Takahama for the Italian company Simon Gavina. It is an emblematic piece from the Ultrarazionale collection, blending modern elements with classic and retro references. This design is known for its imposing architectural presence, clean, rigorous lines, and versatility, making it ideal for both domestic settings like living rooms and professional settings like offices or contract projects. The sideboard features a modular three-door composition, with a trapezoidal shape that lends a geometric and dynamic, almost sculptural appearance. Bibliography Brera Academy of Fine Arts, “Dino Gavina Ultrarazionale Ultramobile”, Editrice Compositori, Milan 1998, p. 197 Queri Stampalia Scientific Foundation, “Dino Gavina, emblematic collections of the modern from 1950 to 1992”, Jaca Book, Milan 1992, p. 99 Virgilio Vercelloni, “The adventure of design: Gavina” Jaca Book, Milan 1987, p. 132