Ettore Sottsass Olivetti Waste Basket Paper Bin Trash Can Vintage Italian Design For Sale

Vintage EttoreSottsass & Perry King
for Olivetti Synthesis \"Serie 45\"
Modular Wastepaper Basket
1970s – Burgundy / for sale isan authentic piece ofItalian design history: themodular wastepaper basket /paper bin from the iconicSerie 45 (System 45),designed by Ettore SottsassJr. in collaboration withPerry A. King for OlivettiSynthesis in 1973.Made in Italy, this pieceperfectly embodies theinnovative, democraticoffice design approach ofthe 1970s. Featuringinterlocking ribbed panelsin a rich burgundy/oxbloodred finish, it is stamped onthe side with the originalemblem: \"olivetti synthesismade in italy\".SPECIFICATIONS & DETAILS

• Designers:Ettore Sottsass Jr.& Perry A. King
• Manufacturer:Olivetti Synthesis
• Model: Serie45 / System 45 ModularWastepaper Basket
• Year ofDesign: 1973
• Origin: Madein Italy
• Color:Burgundy / Dark Red /Oxblood
• Dimensions:25 cm x 25 cm x 25 cm(approx. 9.84\" x 9.84\" x9.84\")
• Material:Heavy-duty moldedplastic / ABS withmodular & DESIGNCONTEXTIntroduced in 1973, System45 was a revolutionaryoffice furniture systemdesigned by Ettore Sottsassand Perry A. King forOlivetti Synthesis. Breakingaway from traditional, rigidoffice aesthetics, Sottsassused modularity, vibrantcolor coding, and tactileribbed surfaces to create ahuman-centered workingenvironment.This wastepaper basket isformed by four identicalmodular panels joinedtogether. Its distinctivehorizontal outer ribsprovide structural strengthwhile creating a dynamicplay of light and shadow,anticipating the RadicalDesign aesthetic thatSottsass would later evolveinto the Memphis movement.DETAILED CONDITION REPORTMarkings: Crisp and legiblemolded imprint: \"olivettisynthesis made in italy\"alongside original factorycode stamps.This is an authentic vintagepiece from the 1970s withclear history and patina.Please review allhigh-resolution photoscarefully as they form anessential part of thedescription.
  Structural Condition: VerySolid & Sturdy. The unitremains completely stableand robust. All four modularpanels fit togethersecurely, and theinterlocking tabs are fullyintact with no major cracksor structural damage.
  Signs of Use & AshtrayPatina: The piece showsevident and honest signs ofvintage office use. Notably,in addition to standardpaper bin wear, it wasclearly used as an ashtrayin the past.
  Interior: The inner bottomand inner ribbed wallsdisplay noticeable darkresidue, localized heatmarks, surfacediscoloration, and cigaretteburn spots.
  Exterior: The outer plasticmaintains a vibrant redgloss, but features visiblescuffs, surface scratches,and a few small localizedburn/melt marks along someof the outer ribs.
  While originally designed asan office wastebasket, thisversatile modular cube worksbrilliantly in /Studio Storage: Perfectfor organizing artsupplies, rolls ofpaper, architecturalplans, or studio tools.
• ArchitecturalPlanter Cover: Place apotted plant inside(using a saucer) for abold Mid-Century Moderncontrast against greenfoliage.
• Vinyl Record/ Magazine Rack: Holdsmall vinyl records,notebooks, art books, ormagazines.
• SculpturalDisplay: A standalonecollector\'s piece fordisplay on a shelf,credenza, or sideboardalongside other 1970sSpace Age or MemphisGroup objects.

SHIPPING & HANDLINGItem will be packed withextreme care usinghigh-grade protectivematerials to ensure safeinternational transport.
Worldwide shipping withtracking and insurance.