- 105
Archimede Seguso (1909 - 1999)
Estimate
6,000 - 8,000 GBP
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Description
- An occasional table
brass mounts stamped with numbers, including '16', '48' and '17'
- 68cm. high by 95.5cm. long by 59.5cm. deep;
- 2ft 2¾in., 3ft 1½in., 1ft 11½in.
glass, the shaped rectangular top accentuated by three incised and gilt lines to the sides, above two X-form supports joined by a stretcher and mounted with brass rings, the supports with gold foil inclusions
Literature
Rosa Barovier Mentasti, I Vetri di Archimede Seguso, dal 1950 al 1959, Torino, 2002, plates 17 and 18, p. 106 (for comparable tables illustrated)
Condition
An elegant low table of good overall appearance. Old marks and scratches in places, such as to the glass top but consistent with use and material. The side of the top with three grooves which have been gilded. Some usual wear to gilding. One of the top bars has an internal fracture almost concealed by mount. Some tarnishing to the brass fittings and traces of polishing paste. This stylish table is ready for use or display.
"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."