Ai Weiwei Limited Edition Umbrella for Teatro dell’Opera di Roma (White). These limited edition umbrellas were designed by Ai Weiwei, on the occasion of his 2022 directorial debut of Puccini’s. He not only directed the opera, but also designed the sets, the costumes, and the videos of the new production realized for the Teatro dell’Opera di Roma. Each umbrella is signed by the artist. There are 219 black and 274 white available for this sale. Item Details: Artist: Ai Weiwei Title. Umbrella with a Hol. E Year: 2019 Media (Canopy): Screen printing on 210T polyester Media (Shaft, handle, and ribs): Fiberglass, metal, and rubber-coated plastic Dimensions: 33 1/2 x 41 inches (height x diameter opened) (85 x 104 cm) Editions: 600 (black & white umbrellas), Numbered in permanent black ink on the tie wrap Signature: “Ai Weiwei” in permanent black ink on the exterior umbrella canopy. A signed Certificate of Authenticity accompanies each umbrella. This edition of umbrellas was created by Ai Weiwei specifically for the benefit of the Opera to sell. All umbrellas are brand new and were not used in the production of Turandot. Please note the item photographs are a representative example and there may be minor variances from the condition depicted in the images. Q: Who is Matchfire? To manage this sale. Matchfire is a promotional agency which helps define client brand promotional strategy through auctions, delivers creative design, and manages operations of feature online auctions for maximum visibility of well-known brands, media companies, charities, nonprofits, public relations firms and advertising agencies. Q: Is the campaign open internationally? A: Unless otherwise noted above the campaign is open worldwide. Members of the EU, Northern Ireland, Norway, or Switzerland must supply an Economic Operator Registration and Identification (EORI) number. Q: I’ve bought my item! Q: Will a receipt be provided? While descriptions are believed to be accurate, neither Matchfire nor its employees, agents, or contractors provide any warranties or guarantees, express or implied, as to the genuineness, authenticity, or accuracy of description, condition, or defect, if any, of the item(s) auctioned and will not be held responsible for discrepancies or inaccuracies in item descriptions provided. Teatro dell’Opera di Roma will receive the proceeds of the sale of this item. Teatro dell’Opera di Roma has incurred costs associated with this sale which may be reconciled from the proceeds it receives. This sale is not a solicitation for a donation or contribution of any kind. All sales are binding. All sales are in US dollars. This sale does not include any items or services that are not detailed above. Please note that due to the nature of high-profile sales, we have occasionally experienced attempted fraud through the use of second chance offers. Your participation in this sale constitutes acceptance of these terms and conditions.