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Gino Sarfatti
Estimate
7,000 - 9,000 GBP
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Description
- Set of Four Appliques, model no. 139
- brass
Literature
Marco Romanelli, Sandra Severi, Gino Sarfatti: Opere Scelte, Selected Works, 1938-1973, Milan, 2012, pp. 39, 397
Condition
Overall very good condition consistent with age. Scattered minor scratches and oxidation throughout the brass as visible in the printed and online catalogue. Sotheby's does not guarantee electrical components and suggests having all wiring inspected by a licensed electrician.
"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."
Catalogue Note
Born in Venice in 1912, Gino Sarfatti studied Naval engineering in Genoa but soon developed up a new favourite activity. After transforming a vase into a lamp at a customer`s request in the Milanese glass workshop in which he worked, he set up S.A. Arteluce with a partner, just before the war. It was after the war, in 1949, that his business started gaining success, particularly when getting wider exposure during the Chicago MUSA exhibit in 1950. Acclaimed for his innovative designs, several of his models received Italy`s renowned Compasso d`Oro in 1954 and 1955, amongst other prizes. More and more of his lighting designs were exhibited, culminating in his receiving the Gold Medal at the XVth Milan Triennale – the same year in which his company closed and was transferred to Flos. Whilst setting up his first workshop, he described his work as `Illuminazione razionale` - or `Rational lighting`.
This rare and early set of 4 brass wall appliques incorporates Gino Sarfatti’s early experimentation with material definition in relation to light.