Gio Ponti

"Monili a Göteborg," Domus, no. 307, June 1955, p. 46 (for a related model)
"Rassegna Domus," Domus, no. 310, September 1955, p. 34 (for the same related model)
Lisa Licitra Ponti, Gio Ponti, the complete work 1923- 1978, Cambridge, 1990, p. 8, no. 166 (for a related model)

Overall condition very good. Please note this lot is promised to an upcoming exhibition at the Georgia Museum of Art in 2017. The successful purchaser will be put in contact with the museum after the auction. The surfaces and extremities of the desk have been lightly cleaned and applied with a varnish. The desk retains a firm structure, and in our opinion presents well. Overall this presents a rare opportunity to acquire a scarce Gio Ponti model. Please note that the color in the catalogue photograph is slightly washed out. In reality the wood has a warmer, and in our opinion, a more attractive tone.
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.

This lot is being sold with a certificate of expertise from the Gio Ponti Archives. 

Please note this lot is promised to an upcoming exhibition at the Georgia Museum of art in 2017.  Please contact the department for more information.