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1980s Red Memphis Design Period Etagere #1 Sottsass style Clear Glass Postmodern

About the Item

Red Italian etagere, very much in the manner of the Memphis Milano group, and originating from the 1980s. A tubular, powder-coated metal frame in a pleasing vermillion houses five clear glass shelves. One of the shelves has a small chip. This fun shelving unit would brighten up any interior –– be it in a bedroom, office, kitchen, or bedroom. This piece can be dismantled and posted internationally, for ease of transport. Smoked glass unit sold, only clear glass unit left. CREATOR: Unknown PLACE OF ORIGIN: Italy DATE OF MANUFACTURE: c. 1980s PERIOD: 1980 - 1989 MATERIALS & TECHNIQUES: Powder-coated metal, glass, plastic CONDITION: Good used condition WEAR: Wear consistent with age and use. One glass shelf has a chip, some light discolouration due to age. HEIGHT: 180cm 70.8in WIDTH: 69cm 27.1in DEPTH: 32cm 12.5in DISTANCE BETWEEN SHELVES: 35cm 13.7in
  • Similar to:
    Ettore Sottsass (Designer)
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 70.87 in (180 cm)Width: 27.17 in (69 cm)Depth: 12.6 in (32 cm)
  • Style:
    Post-Modern (In the Style Of)
  • Materials and Techniques:
    Glass,Metal,Powder-Coated
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
    1980-1989
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1980s
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Wear consistent with age and use. One glass shelf has a chip, some light discolouration due to age.
  • Seller Location:
    London, GB
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU7783233202572
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