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Gio Ponti Coffee Table Book, 1990

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Beautifully published 1990 book entitled, Gio Ponti The Complete Work 1923-1978, by his daughter and oft time collaborator, Lisa Licitra Ponti. The book is 288 pages filled with photographs, drawings and text surveying Ponti's works including architecture, interior designs, furniture, porcelains, fabrics, art glass and art. His collaborations with other artists and design houses are covered as well including his working relationships with Ginori, Fornasetti, Paolo de Poli and Venini ... just to name a few. Ponti is widely considered one of the most important Italian designers of the 20th century and this lovely book certainly serves as an archival testament on that honor. Published in Italy by MIT Press, text in English. Linen hardcover with gloss paper dust jacket. CONDITION Good previously owned condition with signs of age and wear to the dust jacket especially at the top end of the back cover, please see photograph 2. A removable clear archival cover has been added to maintain the integrity of the dust jacket. The previous owner marked their name in ink on the first blank page and there are smudged pencil marks on the same page at the top right corner, please see photograph 12. Other than those particulars, the interior of the book looks great and the binding is in sound and strong condition. MEASUREMENTS Measures 11.25" tall x 10" wide x 1.25" deep.
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    Height: 11.25 in (28.58 cm)Width: 10 in (25.4 cm)Depth: 1.25 in (3.18 cm)
  • Style:
    Modernist Design (Of the Period)
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  • Material Notes:
    Hardbound with linen cover and high gloss paper dust jacket.
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Good previously owned condition with signs of age and wear to the dust jacket especially at the top end of the back cover, see photo 2. Ink and smudge marks on the first blank page, see photo 12. Please see description for full details.
  • Seller Location:
    Atlanta, GA
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU487319800142
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