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Gio Ponti (1891 - 1979)
Estimate
12,000 - 18,000 GBP
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Description
- A pair of high back wing armchairs
- 101cm. high;
- 3ft 3¾in.
suede, leatherette and ebonised wood, on tapering supports
Literature
Gio Ponti, Arte Applicata, exhibition catalogue, Milan, 1987, ill. 168 (for an in situ photograph of another example of this model)
Condition
An elegant pair of armchairs of good overall condition. Old marks and scratches in places. Some wear to feet. Leathertte slightly dirty. Minor tear 4cm long to right side (facing) of one chair, visible to the example in the right of the image. The other seat with a tiny burn hole. An attractive design by this important designer, ready for use and display.
"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."