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GINO SARFATTI | 2072 or Jo-Jo ceiling light, designed in 1953
Estimate
30,000 - 50,000 EUR
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Description
- Attributed to Gino Sarfatti
- 2072 or Jo-Jo ceiling light, designed in 1953
- With a partial manufacturer's label (...)ELUCE for Arteluce on the central stem
- 104 x 78 x 67 cm ; 41 x 30 3/4 x 26 3/8 in.
methacrylate and lacquered steel
Provenance
Private collection, France
Literature
A. Rosselli, "Disegno per l'industria", Domus, December 1953, p. 61
Lumières, je pense à vous, exhibition catalogue, Centre Pompidou, Paris, June 3 - August 5, 1985, p. 127, n. 43
Clémence and Didier Krzentowski, The Complete Designer's Lights (1950-1990), Zurich, 2012, p. 84
Marco Romanelli and Sandra Severi, Gino Sarfatti, selected works 1938-1973, Milan, 2012, pp. 100, 244-247 and 469, n. 2072
Lumières, je pense à vous, exhibition catalogue, Centre Pompidou, Paris, June 3 - August 5, 1985, p. 127, n. 43
Clémence and Didier Krzentowski, The Complete Designer's Lights (1950-1990), Zurich, 2012, p. 84
Marco Romanelli and Sandra Severi, Gino Sarfatti, selected works 1938-1973, Milan, 2012, pp. 100, 244-247 and 469, n. 2072
Condition
Good overall condition. The lacquered metal structure presents with some minute chips of black paint. The methacrylate elements presents with light surface scratches scattered. All consistent with age and use. 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."