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Piero Fornasetti
Estimate
2,000 - 3,000 USD
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Description
- Piero Fornasetti
- "Cammei" Obelisk Table Lamp
- with firm's paper label
- hand-painted and lithographic transfer-print on lacquered metal, plastic and brass
Provenance
Collection of the artist
Thence by descent
Christie's Los Angeles, May 16, 1998, lot 101
Thence by descent
Christie's Los Angeles, May 16, 1998, lot 101
Condition
Overall condition consistent with age and gentle use. The color of the figures are greener when viewed in person than they appears in the catalogue illustration. The surface with some surface scratches, minor traces of oxidation and surface dirt consistent with age and use. The overall surface with some traces of wear, visible on catalogue illustration. A few areas of sensitive restoration concentrated along the edges. The feet with some minor surface scratches, minor traces of rubbing and light oxidation. The plastic side of the lamp with light surface scratches and light surface dirt consistent with age and gentle use. The lamp is currently not electrified. A beautiful sculptural work by the artist.
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.