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Renato Volpini, Useless Machine, 1968, Mixed Media

$1,790.71
£1,319.74
€1,500
CA$2,451.08
A$2,745.34
CHF 1,428.49
MX$33,341.97
NOK 18,109.65
SEK 17,087.80
DKK 11,415.98
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Collage and mixed media for this work by Volpini. It depicts a part of a mechanism for one of the many machines he designed. Machines to be used on planets in space, ironically called 'Useless Machines'. Signed, dated present authentic. Provenance Studio Volpini. Detailed information on the Volpini Foundation website. Good condition, the photos express the real.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 25.4 in (64.5 cm)Width: 19.1 in (48.5 cm)Depth: 0.2 in (5 mm)
  • Materials and Techniques:
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  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1960-1969
  • Condition:
    The vintage item has no defects but may show slight traces of wear due to age and use. Good condition, the photos express the real.
  • Seller Location:
    Montelabbate, IT
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: P3741stDibs: LU6481240596692

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