Gio Ponti
"Diamond" Sofa from the Villa Goldschmidt, Buenos Aires, Argentina
Property from a Private Collector
Gio Ponti
"Diamond" Sofa from the Villa Goldschmidt, Buenos Aires, Argentina
circa 1953
offered en suite with the preceding lot
produced by Cassina, Italy
brass, skai, green velvet upholstery
27 1/2 x 79 x 30 1/2 in. (69.8 x 200.7 x 77.5 cm)
Overall in very good condition. The sofa has been sensitively reupholstered at some point in the history of the piece in a green velvet fabric and white skai leather. The green velvet presents with light surface soiling, minor wear, rubbing and areas of discoloration consistent with gentle use. The white skai leather presents with scattered surface scratches, light surface soiling and minor areas of wear particularly concentrated to the arms as consistent with gentle use and not visually distracting. The backside of the sofa presents with a few scattered stains to the leather, not visually distracting and which may be professionally cleaned at the buyer’s discretion. The brass legs present with light surface soiling and tarnish consistent with age and gentle use. This lot is offered together with a certificate of expertise from the Gio Ponti Archives. A sculptural sofa with strong geometric lines.
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.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.