Olivetti Valentine typewriter designed by Ettore Sottssas. Original Antique Beautiful Vintage Iconic piece of 1960s history! Made in Olivetti Plant Barcelona Spain,1969. Olivetti "Valentine" typewriter by Ettore Sottsass. Ettore Sottsass, with the help of Perry A. King, designed the red Valentine typewriter, which is considered one of the defining creations of 20th century design. Century. It is considered a milestone in industrial design. Almost every major design collection contains examples, including the Museum of Modern Art in New York. The machine was available in red, green, white and blue. It was manufactured first in Italy, then in Spain and finally in Mexico. All complete: Come with a new ribbon installed. Original Case. Serial Number: 6021620 Dimensions approx. 34 x 35 x 11.5 cm Weight approx. 5.2 kg. Carefully preserved since 1960's! Full working revised,tested and cleaned! Great item for any collector! Absolutely stunning typewriter! Condition: This Typewriter and his case are in excellent condition see photos! His original rubber strap for case is also in excellent condition like new! The typewriter have lights wear from use due to normal frictions between the typewriter and the carrying case. Shipping: I ship in Parcel Post Registered. Will be packaged with care. No risk on shipping. Professionally securely shipped packed in a sturdy box and carefully protected with bubble wrap + protection.