- 153
Gio Ponti
Estimate
3,000 - 5,000 USD
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Description
- "Crinoline" Bottle with Stopper
- glass with applied crimped band
Exhibited
Italy at Work, Her Renaissance in Design Today, United States traveling exhibition, 1950 (for the model)
Literature
"Oggetti illustri," Domus 231, volume sesto, 1948 (for the model without stopper)
"Venini," Domus 361, December 1959, p. 40 (for the model)
Franco Deboni, Venini Glass: Catalogue 1921-2007, Turin, 2007, no. 123
"Venini," Domus 361, December 1959, p. 40 (for the model)
Franco Deboni, Venini Glass: Catalogue 1921-2007, Turin, 2007, no. 123
Condition
Overall in very good original condition. When viewed in person, the crinoline presents a with a luminous electric blue, even brighter than in the catalogue illustration. The glass presents with a few minor air bubbles and particulate inclusions inherent in the making and not visually distracting. The surfaces with light surface scratches and minor surface dirt to the recessed portions of the design, consistent with a an gentle handling. The bottle has retained its original stopper. Minor surface dirt to the interior. A very dynamic and delicate design.
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.