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Rare Sofa prototype by Marzio Cecchi Model Serpente with certificate

$355,762.38
$444,794.3220% Off
£265,842.37
£332,362.7720% Off
€304,000VAT Included
€380,00020% Off
CA$499,079.48
CA$622,838.8220% Off
A$499,510.30
A$624,149.1820% Off
CHF 291,860.70
CHF 366,064.8420% Off
MX$6,124,165.83
MX$7,657,313.0820% Off
NOK 3,354,611.55
NOK 4,191,096.7520% Off
SEK 3,496,867.41
SEK 4,376,137.8620% Off
DKK 2,317,934.21
DKK 2,897,504.9820% Off

About the Item

Marzio Cecchi was an Italian designer of great talent and innovation who left an indelible mark on the world of design. He was an assiduous participant in the artistic and cultural movements of his time, and unfortunately died prematurely in a tragic car accident in New York. Prominent among his most iconic and futuristic achievements is the Serpente sofa prototype with certificate, a work of art consisting of several modules held together by a tube and totally swiveling. This sofa is extremely rare and has reached high quotations in the world's most important auction houses. We are dealing with a piece of exceptional importance, as it is a prototype that never entered the market and always belonged to the designer's family. The sofa is certified and documented and has a certain provenance. Moreover, it is in perfect original condition, never restored and carefully preserved in its original condition. A unique and extraordinary piece of historic Italian design of the 1900s, with great historical importance and with room for growth even at the investment level. The sofa is made of leather and consists of 6 modules for a total of 6 seats. It is a work of art of Italian design that is a valuable treasure for furniture and contemporary art enthusiasts.
  • Creator:
    Marzio Cecchi (Designer)
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 27.17 in (69 cm)Width: 123.63 in (314 cm)Depth: 32.68 in (83 cm)Seat Height: 16.54 in (42 cm)
  • Style:
    Mid-Century Modern (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1969
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. In good condition, light scratches due to its age but in very good condition.
  • Seller Location:
    Milano, IT
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU4911232211642

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