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IGNAZIO GARDELLA | Pair of 'Lib 2' Modular Bookshelves
Estimate
8,000 - 12,000 GBP
bidding is closed
Description
- Ignazio Gardella
- Pair of 'Lib 2' Modular Bookshelves
- lacquered wood, painted metal, chromium-plated metal
- each: 272 x 100 x 35 cm (107 1/8 x 39 3/8 x 13 3/4 in.)
- designed 1955
Literature
'Una nuova libreria di Gardella', domus, no. 321, August 1956, p. 48
'Alla XI Triennale di Milano', domus, no. 337, December 1957, p. 20
Andrea Branzi and Michele De Lucchi, eds, Il Design Italiano Degli Anni ’50, Milan, 1985, p. 123, fig. 377
Giuliana Gramigna, Repertorio del Design Italiano, 1950-2000, Per L'Arredamento Domestico, Volume I, Turin, 2003, p. 42
'Alla XI Triennale di Milano', domus, no. 337, December 1957, p. 20
Andrea Branzi and Michele De Lucchi, eds, Il Design Italiano Degli Anni ’50, Milan, 1985, p. 123, fig. 377
Giuliana Gramigna, Repertorio del Design Italiano, 1950-2000, Per L'Arredamento Domestico, Volume I, Turin, 2003, p. 42
Condition
Overall in good condition. The lacquered shelves with multiple scattered scuffs, rubbing, and surfaces scratches throughout, with some dulling in areas as a result. A few of the shelves with chips to the left and right sides, revealing the wood below in some areas. The metal frames with minor scattered oxidation throughout.
"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."