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GIUSEPPE OSTUNI | Adjustable 'Stelgioco' Floor Lamp, model no. 306
Estimate
3,000 - 5,000 GBP
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Description
- Giuseppe Ostuni
- Adjustable 'Stelgioco' Floor Lamp, model no. 306
- brass, marble, painted aluminium
- as shown: 171 cm (67 1/4 in.)
- circa 1950
Literature
Anty Pansera, Alessandro Padoan, Alessandro Palmaghini, ARREDOLUCE: CATALOGUE RAISONNÉ 1943-1987, Milan, 2018, p. 45 for an advertisement, p. 277, cat. no. 4, for the versions designed by Angelo Lelii
Condition
Overall in very good condition. The metal surfaces with scattered oxidation throughout. The lampshade does not sit stable on the lampholder and has multiple scattered marks and scuffs throughout. Sotheby's does not guarantee electrical components and recommends 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."
Catalogue Note
Two other very similar versions of this model exist. Both were designed by Angelo Lelii and produced by Arredoluce, Monza, Italy circa 1946. Lelli's examples are both known as the 'Tris' lamp and possessed different details including a brass covered base and different joints. The frame of the 'Tris' lamp was either lacquered or covered in leather. The present lot was initially known as the 'Stelgioco' lamp, and later model no. 306. It was designed to be used in two different configurations and can transform into an upright standard lamp. Please see sothebys.com for further images.
Sotheby's would like to thank Alessandro Padoan from the Arredoluce Archives as well as Thomas and Itsumi Bräuniger from the O-Luce Archives for their assistance with the cataloguing of this lot. The present model will be recorded in the forthcoming O-Luce catalogue raisonné, published by Luminaires-Moderniste.
Sotheby's would like to thank Alessandro Padoan from the Arredoluce Archives as well as Thomas and Itsumi Bräuniger from the O-Luce Archives for their assistance with the cataloguing of this lot. The present model will be recorded in the forthcoming O-Luce catalogue raisonné, published by Luminaires-Moderniste.