Archizoom Associati (1966 - 1974)

Enameled metal, marble and acrylic; manufactured by Poltronova for Design Centre; circa 1968

Emilio Ambasz, ed., "Italy: The New Domestic Landscape," New York, 1972, p. 101
Fulvio Ferrari and Napoleone Ferrari, "Light/Lamps 1968-1973: New Italian Design," Turin, 2002, p. 150
Charlotte and Peter Fiell, eds., "1000 Lights: 1960 to Present," Cologne, 2005, pp. 158-159

Overall in very good original condition. The standard and Plexiglas elements with some minor surface scratches from use. The standard with a ring of light surface scratches at approximately three-quarters height with some minor traces of white house paint. Each of the plexiglass elements of the top portion are individual elements that are inserted into the top of the lamp. These pieces vary in size which appears original. The pieces are held in place by gravity and tension, and therefore with some variability and the elements remain slightly loose. Some with discolorations, minor losses and surface scratches from use. Some of the acrylic elements with tape to the base, minor edge losses, surface scratches, and residue. With a few minor edge chips to the base element. For further details on this lot, please contact Sotheby’s Design Department: 212-606-7170.
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