Brionvega - Tube television - From MUSEO for elegance

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€ 225
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Estimate  € 280 - € 330
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€225
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€205
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€195

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Brionvega Algol 2 12", designed by Marco Zanuso and Richard Sapper, an Italian mid‑century portable television in beige and black, dating to 1970–1980, in excellent cosmetic condition and untested.

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Ultra-rare collectible specimen, complete with factory quality-control tag and original electrical schematic from the era.
Brionvega Algol 2 (12") – Icon of Italian Industrial Design (Zanuso & Sapper)

Introvable for conservative conditions, integrity and on-stage presence.
Proposed at auction is a splendid and iconic 12-inch Brionvega Algol 2 portable television, an absolute masterpiece of Modernism and the Space Age, signed by Marco Zanuso and Richard Sapper. This exemplar has been jealously kept for decades at home by my grandfather, guarded with the utmost care and shielded from any weather or wear from improper use.

The item presents in a preservation state so extraordinary and impeccable that it could easily be exhibited in a contemporary art museum or in a high-level design show (such as the MoMA New York permanent collection or the Triennale Design Museum).

Features and Preservation Details:
Complete Integrity: The device retains every single original part of its era in perfect condition.
Original Components: Original telescopic antenna in perfect condition and retractable, rigid chrome handle integrated seamlessly into the upper body, and scratch- and crack-free anti-glare smoked screen.
Panel and Silkscreen: Back shell with original silkscreens reading "Algol 2 12"" sharp and perfectly legible, including all selectors, fuse holder, earphone input and antenna.
Premium Aesthetics: The vintage plastic in its original charming cream/beige tone, uniformly preserved without breaks or restorations.
When powered on, you can hear the electrical response and the faint audio hiss from the speakers. Given the era of the device and the cessation of old analog signals, no images are displayed. A piece with great aesthetic and design value, complete with original paper documentation, perfect for collecting and decor.

A top-tier collectible, destined for industrial design enthusiasts, 20th-century art collectors, or for furnishing interiors of exceptional prestige.
Professional shipping with reinforced, custom-made packaging to ensure total integrity during transport.

Ultra-rare collectible specimen, complete with factory quality-control tag and original electrical schematic from the era.
Brionvega Algol 2 (12") – Icon of Italian Industrial Design (Zanuso & Sapper)

Introvable for conservative conditions, integrity and on-stage presence.
Proposed at auction is a splendid and iconic 12-inch Brionvega Algol 2 portable television, an absolute masterpiece of Modernism and the Space Age, signed by Marco Zanuso and Richard Sapper. This exemplar has been jealously kept for decades at home by my grandfather, guarded with the utmost care and shielded from any weather or wear from improper use.

The item presents in a preservation state so extraordinary and impeccable that it could easily be exhibited in a contemporary art museum or in a high-level design show (such as the MoMA New York permanent collection or the Triennale Design Museum).

Features and Preservation Details:
Complete Integrity: The device retains every single original part of its era in perfect condition.
Original Components: Original telescopic antenna in perfect condition and retractable, rigid chrome handle integrated seamlessly into the upper body, and scratch- and crack-free anti-glare smoked screen.
Panel and Silkscreen: Back shell with original silkscreens reading "Algol 2 12"" sharp and perfectly legible, including all selectors, fuse holder, earphone input and antenna.
Premium Aesthetics: The vintage plastic in its original charming cream/beige tone, uniformly preserved without breaks or restorations.
When powered on, you can hear the electrical response and the faint audio hiss from the speakers. Given the era of the device and the cessation of old analog signals, no images are displayed. A piece with great aesthetic and design value, complete with original paper documentation, perfect for collecting and decor.

A top-tier collectible, destined for industrial design enthusiasts, 20th-century art collectors, or for furnishing interiors of exceptional prestige.
Professional shipping with reinforced, custom-made packaging to ensure total integrity during transport.

Details

Era
1900-2000
Title additional information
From MUSEO for elegance
Number of objects
1
Country of origin
Italy
Manufacturer/brand
Brionvega
Designer/artist/maker
Marco Zanuso, Richard Sapper
Model
algol 2 12"
Style
Mid-century modern
Colour
Beige, Black
Physical condition
Excellent condition: barely used with minimal signs of wear
Functional condition
Not tested
Estimated period
1970-1980
ItalyVerified
5
Objects sold
Private

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