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Gino Marotta
Estimate
8,000 - 12,000 GBP
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Description
- Gino Marotta
- 'Rinoceronte d'Ombra' Shelving Unit
- branded Gino Marotta
- methacrylate
Provenance
private collection, Milan
Acquired from the above by the present owner
Acquired from the above by the present owner
Literature
Gino Marotta, Gino Marotta: metacrilati, exh. cat., L'Aquila, 1999, p. 118
Condition
Overall very good condition. One of the tails with a break across the centre and has been professionally repaired. Scattered scuff marks throughout the piece. Six hairines to one side running vertically, the longest approximately 5 cm long. Glue runs at the seams but appear to be inherent to the construction of the piece. Scattered chips to the front left leg proper.
"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
Already exhibiting his work in both Rome and Milan in his early 20s, Gino Marotta’s fascination was with materials. Having initially spent a lot of time working and experimenting with metals in foundries, he later turned his attention to plastics and acrylic. Combining the roles of artist, designer, and sculptor, Gino Marotta`s work starts from a Futurist reference point but travels and evolves through time, eventually borrowing important aspects of production from the industrial growth of post war Italy. Until his death in 2012, his work showed a vast array of versatility whilst always retaining a signature character true to his persona.
Sculpture, table or shelf, the Rhinoceronte d’Ombra – or Shadow Rhinoceros – is a witty exercise on our perception of volume, content and container. Formed from cut-out silhouette plates that interlock to reveal the outline of the anatomy of the large animal, the finished construction reveals a highly versatile multiple shelving unit.