- 60
Angelo Mangiarotti
Estimate
5,000 - 8,000 GBP
bidding is closed
Description
- A prototype bookcase
- 160cm. high by 130.5cm. wide by 30cm. deep;
- 5ft 3in., 4ft 3¼in., 11¾in.
marble
Provenance
Purchased directly by the vendor from the designer
Condition
A striking piece of good overall appearance. With a packing case for shipping. Some corners to shelves with minor chips consistent with assembly. One back plate with two cm shallow chip to one short edge at the back so not visible. No chips to leading visible edges. In good condition overall and ready for use and display. Please note that Cappellini have confirmed that only one or two prototypes of this bookcase have been produced.
"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
Studio Mangiarotti have confirmed that this is a prototype bookcase made by Cappellini in 2001. Very few were produced experimentally and the bookcase was not put into larger production.