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ETTORE SOTTSASS | Cometa lamp, 1970
Estimate
3,000 - 5,000 EUR
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Description
- Ettore Sottsass
- Cometa lamp, 1970
- plastic, metal
- 205 x 36,5 x 36,5 cm ; 80 5/8 x 14 3/8 x 14 3/8 in.
plastic, lacquered metal and chromium-plated metal
Literature
Lumières, exhibition catalogue, Centre Georges Pompidou, Paris, October 1984 - January 1985, n. 121, p. 139
Barbara Radice, Ettore Sottsass: A Critical biography, London, 1993, p. 128
Charlotte and Peter Fiell, 1000 lights, 1960 to present, Köln, 2005, p. 221
Clémence and Didier Krzentowski, The Complete Designers' Lights (1950-1990), Zurich, 2012, p. 269
Barbara Radice, Ettore Sottsass: A Critical biography, London, 1993, p. 128
Charlotte and Peter Fiell, 1000 lights, 1960 to present, Köln, 2005, p. 221
Clémence and Didier Krzentowski, The Complete Designers' Lights (1950-1990), Zurich, 2012, p. 269
Condition
Overall very good condition. The metal stems with very light surface scratches and very light oxidation. The plastic with some very light scratches and some surface soiling. The base with a few rare and minute chips to the edges. One screw is missing. 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."