Palm Beach Modern Auctions
Live Auction

Modern Art & Design: 3 Sessions

Sat, Nov 9, 2019 12:00PM EST
Lot 23

Floor Lamp Attributed to Gino Sarfatti

Estimate: $7,000 - $9,000

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Designer & Manufacturer: Gino Sarfatti, attributed; Arteluce, attributed
Markings: no marking(s) apparent
Country of Origin & Materials: Italy; brass, enameled aluminum, marble
Dimensions(H,W,D): 80"h, 11.5"dia
Additional Information: Lamp is model 1034. As referenced in prior listings at Palm Beach Modern Auctions: According to Roberto Sarfatti, the production dates for this model were limited to 1949-1952, with small design/production variations over these years. Mr. Sarfatti confirms that production of this model ended in 1952. Reference (design with modifications): Gino Sarfatti- 1938-1973 Selected Works, Marco Romanelli & Sandra Severi, ppg. 145, 446. Provenance: Skinner House, Miami Beach, Florida. The La Gorce Island residence was designed by architects Coulton and John Skinner and decorated by a renowned design team. With the sale of the home, many of its furnishings are being offered in this auction, including this lot.

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Condition

good, patina to metal, some touched up scratches to enamel, a few minor bends to shades