Lot 883
  • 883

Paolo Venini, 1895-1959

Estimate
300 - 500 GBP
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Description

  • Obelisk Lamp Base
  • stencilled three lined mark venini murano ITALIA and traces of original label with number 4294 to the underside
  • glass with internal cane of zanfirico glass of thin polychrome threads
  • height: 44cm., 17 1/4 in.
  • Executed circa 1950.

Provenance

Sotheby's, London, 25 March 1997, lot 109

Literature

Franco Deboni, Venini Glass Catalogue 1921-2007, vol. II, Turin, 2007, cat.no.150 for a comparable obelisk

Condition

Superficial dirt and a few scratches to surface. Some internal bubbling. Sold without electrical fitting or shade.
"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."