Vintage "Mela" Aluminum Ice Bucket Attributed to Ettore Sottsass

Description

Mid-Century Italian Modern "mela" ("apple" in English) ice bucket attributed to Ettore Sottsass for Rinnovel (1953, Italy). Composed of pale rose gold anodized aluminum with a gold-tinted interior and brass-color stem, which serves as the handle for removing the top.
Aluminum has been newly polished but shows wear (scuffs, oxidation lines/discoloration, as shown). Overall, good, vintage condition with wear consistent with age and use. Interior is in very good shape with only a few light scratches present.
Unmarked.
Smaller size available separately.
H: 8.75" (5" without lid) x Diameter: 7.38".
SKU: IBA28

Condition:
Alterations: Original Condition Unaltered
Imperfections: Some Imperfections
Condition Notes: Aluminum has been newly polished but shows wear (scuffs, oxidation lines/discoloration, as shown). Overall, good, vintage condition with wear consistent with age and use. Interior is in very good shape with only a few light scratches present.

Origin:
Italy

Creator:
Designer: Ettore Sottsass

Materials & Techniques:
Aluminum

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Condition

Original Condition Unaltered; Some Imperfections; Aluminum has been newly polished but shows wear (scuffs, oxidation lines/discoloration, as shown). Overall, good, vintage condition with wear consistent with age and use. Interior is in very good shape with only a few light scratches present.

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Dimensions

8.75 x 7.38 x 7.38 in

Vintage "Mela" Aluminum Ice Bucket Attributed to Ettore Sottsass

Lot 2131

Estimate $380-$1,130

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