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Fontana Arte
Estimate
15,000 - 20,000 USD
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Description
- Fontana Arte
- Wall Mirror
- glass, mirrored glass and brass hardware
Provenance
Fred Silberman, New York
Acquired from the above by Mr. and Mrs. Ira Kipness, New York, 1989
Thence by descent to the present owner
Acquired from the above by Mr. and Mrs. Ira Kipness, New York, 1989
Thence by descent to the present owner
Literature
Laura Falconi, Fontana Arte: Una Storia Transparente, Milan, 1998, p. 212 (for a related design)
Condition
Overall excellent condition. This current condition of the mirror shows evidence of attention and care by the previous owner. With a few very minor surface scratches to the mirror and the surrounding glass frame. The glass presents with a highly saturated blue tone. The brass hardware affixing the mirrored glass with some minor discoloration consistent with the natural gaining of the material.
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.