- 17
Ignazio Gardella
Estimate
5,000 - 8,000 GBP
bidding is closed
Description
- Six Wall Lights 'LP5', circa 1954
- each stamped AZUCENA
- Glass, brass
- each 22 H x 16 D cm. (8 1/2 x 6 1/4 in.)
produced by Azucena
glass, brass, lacquered metal
glass, brass, lacquered metal
Literature
'Casa sul lago', Domus, no. 290, January, 1954, pp. 18-23
'Espressione di Gardella, espressione di Rouault', Domus, no. 292, March, 1954, pp. 17-19
Roberto Aloi, Esempi: Illuminazione D'Oggi, Milan, 1956, p. 20
Giuliana Gramigna, Design Italiano 1950-2000: vol. I, Turin, 2003, p. 38
'Espressione di Gardella, espressione di Rouault', Domus, no. 292, March, 1954, pp. 17-19
Roberto Aloi, Esempi: Illuminazione D'Oggi, Milan, 1956, p. 20
Giuliana Gramigna, Design Italiano 1950-2000: vol. I, Turin, 2003, p. 38
Condition
Overall very good condition with age related wear. The glass shades with very minor chips to the rims, one shade with a hairline crack near the lamp holder which is not visible when inserted into the base. One shade with abrasions to the external ribbing near the base. The brass in very good condition with minor oxidation. One with a mounting screw replaced. The painted metal in very good condition with very minor scratches and scattered chips to the paint. Sotheby's does not guarantee electrical components and suggests having all wiring inspected by a licensed electrician.
"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."