- 903
Ettore Sottsass for Memphis, 1917-2007
Estimate
500 - 800 GBP
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Description
- 'Treetops' Floor lamp
- lacquered metal
- height: 186.5cm., 73 1/2 in.
- Designed in 1981.
Literature
Memphis 1981-1989, exhibition catalogue, Groningen, Groninger Museum, 1989, ill.7
Barbara Radice, Memphis, London, 1985, p.65 for drawings of similar models and p.73 for a comparable lamp in Karl Lagerfeld's apartment in Monte Carlo
Barbara Radice, Memphis, London, 1985, p.65 for drawings of similar models and p.73 for a comparable lamp in Karl Lagerfeld's apartment in Monte Carlo
Condition
Colours are richer than suggested in catalogue illustration.
A few chips to enamel painting, particularly to handle and orange stand, two most serious scratches to orange stand below handle, just visible in catalogue illustration, along approx. 4 cm each. Metal handle for adjusting position of shade loose. Old scratches to blue disk from where shade has grazed when repositioned. Burn marks to hammered metal reflector inside shade. A few chips to extreme edges of the metal of the base.
Not tested or guaranteed for electricity.
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NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."
"In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective, qualified opinion. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."