Lot 15
  • 15

Gio Ponti

Estimate
10,000 - 12,000 GBP
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Description

  • Chandelier From the Parco dei Principi Hotel, Rome, circa 1964
  • anodised aluminium, glass
  • 80 H x 90 W x 17 D cm. (32 1/2 x 35 x 6 3/4 in.)
produced by Candle 
anodised aluminium, brass

Literature

Marco Romanelli, Gio Ponti: A World, Milan, 2002, p. 82 for a relatable example
Gio Ponti: Oggetti di design: 1925-1970, exh. cat., Rome, 2007, pp. 28-29 for a relatable example
Ugo La Pietra, Gio Ponti, New York, 2009, p. 372, no. 769
Graziella Roccella, Ponti, Cologne, 2009, p. 79

Condition

Overall very good condition consistent with age. The anodised aluminium fins with minor scattered surface scratches mostly concentrated to the rear curvatures. Minor scattered oxidation to the hanging rods and mounting bracket. Presents very well overall. Sotheby’s does not guarantee electrical components and suggests having all wiring inspected by a licensed electrician.
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