Vintage Red Olivetti Valentine | Ettore Sottsass Design | Fully Working QZERTY Manual
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Olivetti Valentine | "The Red Passion" | 1969 Ettore Sottsass Icon
The Collector’s Choice for an Iconic Design Experience
This Olivetti Valentine is a trusty and reliable manual typewriter, widely considered the most famous design in typewriter history. Conceived by Ettore Sottsass and Perry King in 1969, it was created to be a "portable friend" for a generation seeking soul over consumerism. Professionally tested and in beautiful working order, this red masterpiece is a unique fusion of pop-art aesthetics and Italian mechanical precision.
| Specification | Details |
| Designer | Ettore Sottsass & Perry King (1969) |
| Keyboard | Italian QZERTY Layout |
| Mechanics | Fully Functional / Smooth & Reliable |
| Condition | Excellent Aesthetic State (Minor Vintage Signs) |
| Ribbons | 2 NEW Black/Red Ribbons (One Installed) |
| Origin | Made in Italy |
Detailed Condition Note
The aesthetic is in great vintage condition, maintaining that vibrant, legendary "Valentine Red" that defined an era. While it carries very tiny signs of its 50-year journey, it has been carefully revised to ensure it remains as functional as it is beautiful. Every key responds with a sturdy and rhythmic snap. Please consult the high-resolution photos to appreciate the remarkable preservation of this timeless design object.
The Designer’s Choice
This is more than a gift; it is a sturdy statement piece for any modern interior. Whether you are a writer seeking a distraction-free creative spark or a collector of 20th-century art, the Valentine is a unique investment that brings "heritage and heart" into the modern day.
📏 Dimensions & Build:
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Height: 9.5 cm (3.74”) — Ultra-sleek, low-profile silhouette.
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Length: 32 cm (12.60”)
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Width: 34.5 cm (13.58”)
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Weight: 4.2 kg — Lightweight portability with all-metal internals.
Global Shipping & 100% Security
🚀 Premium Express Delivery: We ship FAST via FedEx. Your Valentine is professionally secured and double-boxed with custom internal bracing to protect its iconic ABS body and ensure it arrives safely in 3-7 days.
✔️ FREE: European Union, UK, USA & Canada (3-7 Days Delivery)
✔️ Fixed Price Everywhere Else: 45$
(Please provide your phone number after making the order for easier delivery).
❤️ At El Rastro Antiques, we carefully restore vintage treasures. If your item doesn’t match the description or arrives damaged, we offer a FULL refund—no worries! ✅
Estimated delivery time 3-7 days
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A very fine machine delivered and kindly followed up on. Excellent communication.
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The whole process was great and the typewriter came packaged amazingly well. Arrived in perfect working order and with another ribbon. Such a great piece! Will definitely do more business with this shop!
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The jacket was beautiful but arms soo short for me - so it made a good gift for a friend
The typewriter arrived from Europe to the US sooner than scheduled which was a wonderful surprise. It was carefully wrapped so there was no damage at all. It was exactly as shown in photos online. All of the keys and functions work perfectly and I’ve been using it regularly with no issue. Highly recommend this business if you’re looking for a stress-free vintage purchase!
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