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Archizoom Associati
Estimate
20,000 - 30,000 GBP
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Description
- 'Safari' Sofa, Designed 1968
- fibreglass, polyester, fabric upholstery
- 90 H x 254 W x 214 D cm. (34 1/2 x 100 x 84 1/2 in.)
lacquered fibreglass, polyester, synthetic fabric upholstery
Literature
Emilio Ambasz, ed., Italy: The New Domestic Landscape: Achievements and Problems of Italian Design, exh. cat., Florence, 1972, p. 108
Giuliana Graminga, Repertory 1950/1980: Pictures and Ideas Regarding the History of Italian Furniture, Milan, 1985, p. 264
Anne Bony, Furniture & Interiors of the 1960s, Paris, 2004, p. 180
Maurizio Cattelan and Pierpaolo Ferrari, 1968: Italian Radical Design, Athens, 2014, n.p.
Giuliana Graminga, Repertory 1950/1980: Pictures and Ideas Regarding the History of Italian Furniture, Milan, 1985, p. 264
Anne Bony, Furniture & Interiors of the 1960s, Paris, 2004, p. 180
Maurizio Cattelan and Pierpaolo Ferrari, 1968: Italian Radical Design, Athens, 2014, n.p.
Condition
Overall very good condition consistent with age. The fiberglass has been relacquered at one stage in the piece's history. A few minor nicks and faint signs of wear to some corners. The upholstery is in new, clean condition. The Safari sofa includes four sections, a matching carpet and foam cushion insert. Photos available with and without the foam insert.
"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."