Michele de Lucchi

Bruno Bischofsberger Gallery, Zurich
Acquired from the above by the present owner

Barbara Radice, Memphis:  Research, Experiences, Results, Failures and Successes of New Design, Milan, 1984, p. 127
Memphis Milano, catalogue, Milan, 1986, p. 37

Overall in very good condition. The laminate surfaces with a few light surface scratches and light surface soiling. The proper right arm with some evidence of very minor lifting to the laminate surface immediate adjacent to the magenta backrest cushion. The proper right striped armrest support with a semicircular loss to the laminate concentrated to the lower portion of the design, measuring approximately 1 inch in length. The proper right top rail of the sofa with evidence of an old prior restoration measuring approximately 1 x ¼ inches. The upholstery with evidence of light sun fading, concentrated to the seat cushion, as seen in the catalogue illustration. The seatback cushioned are attached with Velcro mounts. The enameled metal feet with a few nicks and light surfaces scratches. The two front feet with some areas of rubbing and scattered losses to the enameled surfaces as seen in the catalogue illustration. A wonderfully dynamic example of the artist's work in the Postmodern era, with vibrant use of color and pattern.
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