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Modern Design, Tiffany, Art Nouveau, Decorative Continental Works

Fri, Sep 12, 2014 05:00PM EDT - Sat, Sep 13, 2014 05:00PM EDT
Lot 52

Pinot Signoretto

Estimate: $500 - $1,000

Bid Increments

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$3,000 $250
$5,000 $500
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(Italian, 1944-circa 1988) sculptural clear-to-aubergine car, back signed "Pinot Signoretto", possibly produced by Elio Raffaeli, underside inscribed "To Ed Love Terrie Venice 1988", 7 x 18-1/2 x 9 in.; accompanied by a document of authentication for artist Elio Raffaeli, issued in 1988, 13-7/8 x 9-5/8 in., good condition, minor scratches at feet. Notes: By tradition, this car was made for Steve McQueen and was purchased by the consigner when Steve McQueen did not take possession of it.. Provenance: Collection of Ed and Peggy Ware, Knoxville, Tennessee

Condition

good condition, minor scratches at feet

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