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Claudio Salocchi
Estimate
15,000 - 25,000 EUR
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Description
- Claudio Salocchi
- Centro bookcase, circa 1959-1960
- Palissandre des Indes (Dalbergia latifolia) and sapelli (Entandrophragma cylindricum)
- 213,5 x 74,5 x 74,5 cm ; 84 1/2 x 29 3/8 x 29 3/8 in.
Indian rosewood and sapelli
Manufactured by Sormani
Manufactured by Sormani
Provenance
Galerie HP Le Studio, Paris
Private collection
Christie's, London, April 17, 2013, lot 150
Private collection, Italy
Private collection
Christie's, London, April 17, 2013, lot 150
Private collection, Italy
Literature
Giuliana Gramigna, Repertorio del Design Italiano, 1950-2000, Turin, 2003, p. 82
Condition
Overall in good condition consistent with age and gentle use. The wooden surfaces present with minor isolated surface scratches and scuffs. The metal frame with scattered minor oxidation and surface scratches.
Upper section:
A few of the outer edges with areas of white paint scuffs. The top surface and partial edge of one middle shelf to one quadrant with a loss of veneer, measuring approximately 4 x 2 cm. The corner of one lower shelf with a minor chip.
Lower section:
The upper and lower edges of the cabinet unit with scuffs and scratches. The latter with a few additional chips. The underside of one corner with a loose area of veneer which should be stabilised. The lower proper right side panel of one shelf unit with a vertical abrasion which measures approximately 4cm. Two wooden shelves are not fixed.
"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."