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Ettore Sottsass
Estimate
5,000 - 7,000 USD
bidding is closed
Description
- Ettore Sottsass
- "Barbarella" Writing Desk
- walnut, birch, laminate and brass
Literature
Hans Höger, Ettore Sottsass jun.: Designer Artist Architect, Tübingen, Germany, 1993, p. 85
Ettore Sottsass, Paris, 1994, p. 71
Ronald Labaco, Ettore Sottsass: Architect and Designer, London, 2006, p. 21
Condition
Overall excellent condition. The central oval portion of the piece opens as a fall front desk and reveals two small drawers to the top potion. With only very gentle surface scratches. With one key.
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.
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.