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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."
"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.