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Piero Fornasetti
Estimate
10,000 - 15,000 USD
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Description
- Piero Fornasetti
- Four-Panel "Citta che si Rispeccia" Screen
- transfer-printed and hand-painted wood
Provenance
Christie's East, New York, June 13, 2001, lot 209
Literature
Patrick Mauriès, Fornasetti: Designer of Dreams, London, 1991, pp. 114-115
Condition
An excellent example of a rare screen pattern. The top half of the grisaille side decoration is reflected in the water surface of the bottom half. The grisaille side with some very slight discoloration and slight surface scratches. Some wear and four minor losses to the laminate surface at the edges, none measuring more an a ½ inch. Lacking one hinge pin. Hinges with some oxidation consistent with the natural aging of the metal. All original hardware, including castors. Reverse is a salmon painted landscape. Please see Sothebys.com for a photograph of the reverse.
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.