Description
An exceptional rarely seen mid century brass bench attributed to Gio Ponti featuring captain's ship wheel backs. With original leather seating, this piece is stamped on the underside "Made in Italy" and is attributed to be Gio Ponti's design, imported by American furniture company Sherrill Furniture.
The bench is in overall excellent condition for its age, with some slight signs of wear and patina appropriate with age.
Measurements
36" tall
40.5" wide
19" deep
Seat
16" deep
18.5" tall
Condition:
Alterations: Original Condition Unaltered
Imperfections: Some Imperfections
Condition Notes: The bench is in overall excellent condition for its age, with some slight signs of wear and patina appropriate with age.
Origin:
Italy
Creator:
Designer: Gio Ponti; Styled After: Gio Ponti
Materials & Techniques:
Brass, Leather
Details:
Seat Height: 18.0in
Number of Seats: 1
What type of item is it? Vintage / Antique / Used
Country of Origin: Italy
The bench is in overall excellent condition for its age, with some slight signs of wear and patina appropriate with age.
Measurements
36" tall
40.5" wide
19" deep
Seat
16" deep
18.5" tall
Condition:
Alterations: Original Condition Unaltered
Imperfections: Some Imperfections
Condition Notes: The bench is in overall excellent condition for its age, with some slight signs of wear and patina appropriate with age.
Origin:
Italy
Creator:
Designer: Gio Ponti; Styled After: Gio Ponti
Materials & Techniques:
Brass, Leather
Details:
Seat Height: 18.0in
Number of Seats: 1
What type of item is it? Vintage / Antique / Used
Country of Origin: Italy
Condition
Original Condition Unaltered; Some Imperfections; The bench is in overall excellent condition for its age, with some slight signs of wear and patina appropriate with age.
Buyer's Premium
20%
Dimensions
36 x 40.5 x 19 in
Mid Century Modern Italian Brass Leather Seat Ship'sWheel Back Bench Attributed to Gio Ponti
Estimate $1,000-$1,800
Current Bid (2 bids)
$750
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