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Pietro Chiesa
Estimate
3,000 - 5,000 GBP
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Description
- Pietro Chiesa
- 'Luminator' Floor Lamp
- brass
Literature
Domus, no. 115, July, 1937, p. XVI for an advertisement
Domus, no. 131, November, 1938, p. 65
Laura Falconi, Fontana Arte: Una storia trasparente, Milan, 1998, pp. 70, 73
Charlotte and Peter Fiell, eds, 1000 Lights: 1879 to 1959, Cologne, 2005, pp. 364-365
Franco Deboni, Fontana Arte: Gio Ponti, Pietro Chiesa, Max Ingrand, Turin, 2012, figs 95-96
Sergio Montefusco, Fontana Arte: repertorio 1933-1943 dale immagini dell'epoca, Genova, 2012, p. 169
Domus, no. 131, November, 1938, p. 65
Laura Falconi, Fontana Arte: Una storia trasparente, Milan, 1998, pp. 70, 73
Charlotte and Peter Fiell, eds, 1000 Lights: 1879 to 1959, Cologne, 2005, pp. 364-365
Franco Deboni, Fontana Arte: Gio Ponti, Pietro Chiesa, Max Ingrand, Turin, 2012, figs 95-96
Sergio Montefusco, Fontana Arte: repertorio 1933-1943 dale immagini dell'epoca, Genova, 2012, p. 169
Condition
Overall very good condition consistent with age and use, with scattered oxidation throughout. A few very minor scattered dents as well which do not affect the visual integrity of the piece. 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."