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Osvaldo Borsani (1911 - 1985)
Estimate
6,000 - 8,000 GBP
bidding is closed
Description
- A dining table
- 83cm. high by 130cm. diameter;
- 2ft 8¾in., 4ft 3in.
manufatured for Tecono, green onyx and mahogany, the round top above four splayed and moulded supports
Provenance
Purchased by the current vendor from the Borsani family
Literature
I de Gutty, M P Maino Il mobile italiano degli anni Quaranta e Cinquanta, Bari 1992, for a similar model
G Gramigna, F Gramigna, F Irace, Osvaldo Borsani, De Luca, 1992, p.231 for a similar model
Condition
A striking piece of good overall appearance. Top with a slightly lighter green tone than the illustration suggests and impressive in appearance. Base has been repolished and with minor old marks and scratches. A decorative piece ready for 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."
Catalogue Note
This lot is sold together with a copy of a certificate from Tecno stating that this table was produced, (together with a set of armchairs) for a client in Varese in 1955.