Lot 35
Gio Ponti
(Italian, 1891-1979)
Coffee Table
Singer & Sons, Italy c. 1950
Sale 737 - Modern Design
May 19, 2020 10:00AM CT
Live / Chicago
Estimate
$8,000 - $12,000

Sold for $12,500

Sold prices are inclusive of Buyer’s Premium
Lot Description
Gio Ponti
(Italian, 1891-1979)
Coffee Table
Singer & Sons, Italy c. 1950
italian walnut, brass, glass
signed with impressed manufacturer’s mark to underside: Made in Italy, with original glass top acid etched 'TEMPERATO RAGAZZI'
H 13 1/2 x Diameter 41 inches
Property from The Estate of Stanley M. Freehling, Highland Park, Illinois
Condition Report
Overall very good, attractive condition. All joinery is solid, stable and structurally sound. Finish is even and consistent throughout and appears original, showing scattered light scuffs throughout associated with normal age related use. Original glass top shows various minuscule fleabites to outer edge, more felt than seen while also showing scatted surface scratches throughout top surface associated with age and use. All brass elements free of any dents, bends or mis-shappings, some light oxidation and surface scratches present.

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