- 82
Fontana Arte
Estimate
15,000 - 20,000 GBP
bidding is closed
Description
- Fontana Arte
- Mirrored Light
- mirrored glass, glass, lacquered and chromium-plated metal
Provenance
Private Collection, Sicily
Acquired from the above by the present owner
Acquired from the above by the present owner
Literature
Laura Falconi, ed., Luci e Trasparenze: Fontana Arte, Rome, 2006, p. 18 for a related example of the present lot as a wall mirror
Condition
Overall very good condition consistent with age. Very minor losses to the original mercury glass and minor oxidation to the chromium pointed cap. Minor losses to the painted backing and oxidation to the mounting screws for the blue glass petals. Sotheby's does not guarantee electrical components and suggests all wiring be inspected by a qualified 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."
Catalogue Note
The present lot was commissioned by the original owner by Fontana Arte for their residence in Sicily in 1967.