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Gio Ponti
Estimate
30,000 - 50,000 USD
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Description
- Chandelier
- stamped GALVANIT/FONTANA/30 DIC 1931/ITALY
- glass, brass, enameled metal
Exhibited
Vivere a la Ponti, Los Angeles, June 19-June 30, 2013
Literature
Laura Falconi, Gio Ponti: Interiors, Objects, Drawings 1920-1976, Milan, 2004, p. 63 (for a related model)
La casa all'italiana. Gio Ponti in LA, exh. cat., Los Angeles, 2013, n.p.
La casa all'italiana. Gio Ponti in LA, exh. cat., Los Angeles, 2013, n.p.
Condition
Overall in excellent original condition. The chandelier presents with wonderful presence when viewed in person. A truly sculptural form. The glass elements with a few minute air bubbles consistent inherent in the production. The brass has been sensitively cleaned and carefully maintained and shows a few minor surface scratches and gentle discolorations consistent with the aging process of the material. The original ceiilng plate and electrical box were omitted from the catalogue photograph, but are shown with the piece in the exhibition. For photographs of the chandelier installed in the exhibition, please contact the 20th Century Design department.
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 lot has been authenticated by the Gio Ponti Archives, Milan and is sold with a copy of the certificate of authenticity.