It's nice to see one of these on eBay without a ridiculous asking price. In fact, this 1960s Ettore Sottsass Olivetti Valentine typewriter is still at a very modest price.
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Readers who have been to the V&A's Postmodernism exhibition will have had the chance to oogle the Memphis Group's range of eclectic furniture from the 1980s, from crazy and colourful cabinets to impossible teapots.
Miniature Carlton Sottsass shelves available from the V&A
The exhibition doesn't open until 24 September but the V&A's product to accompany their Postmodernism show is already beginning to creep into their shop. Definitely worth a look are these miniature Carlton shelves, based on the design by Ettore Sottsass.
eBay watch: Ettore Sottsass-designed Olivetti Valentine typewriter
Always nice to see one of these on eBay. While the Olivetti Valentine typewriter by Ettore Sottsass isn't as useful as it once was, it is still a design icon – and in this case, still cheap.
Designed back in 1969 (and named after its day of launch – Valentine's Day), this lightweight period gem comes with its own matching carry case to protect the inner machine, although if you bought it, you'd probably want to have it shown off on a desk or table without the casing.
It's described as being in 'absolute working and cosmetic condition', as well as having 'no scratches, dings or cracks'. No reserve, so bid away, the current price is just 62 pence.
eBay watch: 1969 Olivetti Valentine typewriter by Ettore Sottsass
We have featured the design before. Indeed, we've even featured a poster of it. But if you want to own a classic 1969 Olivetti Valentine typewriter by Ettore Sottsass, a model as good as any is on eBay right now.
You could say it's a space age twist on a (then) functional item, coming in its own matching plastic carry case and with this model, the plastic boxed cleaning brushes and the original instruction booklet too. Which is rare to find.
It's described as being in 'full working condition', but with 'some traces of very light wear comensurate with age'. Nothing to worry about in other words. Bids already placed, so right now it's at £77.
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