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Max Ingrand
Estimate
5,000 - 7,000 GBP
bidding is closed
Description
- Hanging Light, circa 1955
- lacquered metal, glass
- 84.5 H x 74.5 D cm. (33 1/4 x 29 1/2 in.)
produced by Fontana Arte
frosted and clear glass, lacquered metal, brass
frosted and clear glass, lacquered metal, brass
Literature
Franco Deboni, Fontana Arte: Gio Ponti, Pietro Chiesa, Max Ingrand, Turin, 2012, no. 310
Condition
Overall in very good condition. Surface dirt over the entire surface, consistent with age and gentle use. Minor oxidation lto the brass and minor paint losses to the edges of the mount. The lower portion of the mount with heat marks from the bulbs as is to be expected. The glass elements are in very good condiiotn. The larger glass shade with minor remnants of rubber around the inner perimeter, not visible when the glass is inserted in the mount.
"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."