Vintage Design
LE TEMOIN (The Witness), Man Ray’s seat sculpture for Studio Simon Gavina, 1971. “An eye persistently observing you in your house, if you knock it over, it instantly turns into a small couch or table. Designed by Man Ray for the Ultramobile exhibition conceived by Studio Simon (Dino Gavina), Italy in 1971. His goal was to adapt the surreal object in a surprising way to daily use, making a poetic presence enters our homes. Material: Wood covered with white artificial leather and silk-screen printing methacrylate decoration. dimensions: h x w x d = 70 x 151 x 43 cm. A unique piece for the collector. Source: book Dino Gavina. Source: book Dino Gavina.
| Creator |
Man Ray |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer |
Gavina |
| Design Period | 1970 to 1979 |
| Production Period | 1990 to 1999 |
| Country of Manufacture | Italy |
| Identifying Marks | This piece has been attributed based on archival documentation, such as vintage catalogs, designer records, or other literature sources |
| Style | Vintage, Modernist |
| Detailed Condition | |
| Restoration and Damage Details |
Light wear consistent with age and use
|
| Product Code | ZT-1602645 |
| Materials | Leatherette, Wood, Acrylic |
| Color | White, blue |
| Width |
151 cm 59.4 inch |
| Depth |
70 cm 27.6 inch |
| Height |
43 cm 16.9 inch |
| Weight Range | Standard — Between 40kg and 80kg |
| Duties Notice | Import duty is not included in the prices you see online. You may have to pay import duties upon receipt of your order. |
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