Lot 313
  • 313

Angelo Lelli for Arredoluce

Estimate
6,000 - 9,000 GBP
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Description

  • A ceiling light
  • with label 'Made in Italy, Arredoluce'
  • 86cm. high by 58cm. wide;
  • 2ft 10in., 1ft 10¾in.
enamelled metal and brass, the black lower shade reflecting upon a suspended curved white panel 

Literature

Charlotte and Peter Fiell (eds.), 1000 Lights, 1879 to 1959, Cologne, 2005, p. 465;

Alberto Bassi, Italian Lighting Design 1945 - 2000, Milan, 2004, p. 77;

Alberto Bassi, 'Quando Milano era la luce: Sottsass, Vigo, Castiglioni, Ponti...' in Casabella, September, 2002, p. 81;

Anne Bony, Les Années 50, Paris, 1982, p. 257.

Condition

A stylish piece of good overall appearance. Minor old marks and scratches in places, including a few very minor chips to edge. The possibility of repainting cannot be eliminated. Stringing is a new replacement. Not tested or guaranteed for electricity.
"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."

Catalogue Note

A conforming example sold Sotheby's New York, Important 20th Century Design, 15th December 2006, lot 78.