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Piero Fornasetti
Estimate
5,000 - 7,000 USD
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Description
- Piero Fornasetti
- "Citte di Carte" Two-Tier Trolley
- each tray with firm's paper label
- lithographically-printed masonite and brass
Provenance
Collection of the artist
Thence by descent
Christie's Los Angeles, Important Design: The Life of Piero Fornasetti, May 16, 1998, lot 110
Thence by descent
Christie's Los Angeles, Important Design: The Life of Piero Fornasetti, May 16, 1998, lot 110
Literature
Patrick Mauriès, Fornasetti: Designer of Dreams, London, 1991, pp. 210-213 (for other examples of the "Citte di Carte" pattern)
Condition
Overall very good original condition. The two printed masonite panels can be lifted out of the trolley. Each with some surface scratches and minor rubbing. The colors on the panels vary very slightly in color likely due to age and sun exposure. The reverse of the panels with various sale related adhesive labels and some yellowing from age. The frame of the cart is stable with rubbing, surface scratches and some very minor nicks. Castors move with ease with only very slight sticking. Surface dirt throughout.
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.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE 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.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.
Catalogue Note
This trolley has been authenticated by Barnaba Fornasetti.