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Lot 70
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ALBERTO GIACOMETTI | Osselet floor lamp, designed circa 1936

Estimate
80,000 - 120,000 EUR
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Description

  • Alberto Giacometti
  • Osselet floor lamp, designed circa 1936
  • Height : 148,5 cm ; 58 1/2 in.
patinated bronze and shade

Provenance

Collection Jean-Paul Binet, Paris
Thence by descent

Literature

Michel Butor, Diego Giacometti, Paris, 1985, p. 95
Pierre-Emmanuel Martin-Vivier, Jean-Michel Frank, l'étrange luxe du rien, Paris, 2006, p. 347

Condition

Good overall condition. Some instances of wear to the patina throughout, consistent with age and use. The base presents with some traces of oxidation, including a more visible light vert-de-gris stain along one junction. This lot is sold with a shade and a glass reflector shade. The glass reflector shade is newer. 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."

Catalogue Note

This lot is sold with a certificate from the Alberto and Annette Giacometti Foundation.