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London-based auctioneers Christies have been prevented from putting a dining table set to the hammer by the Italian government. An international legal battle has broken out after Italys Culture Ministry stepped in to stop the sale of a dining table and six chairs designed by Carlo Mollino which were due to go for auction at Christies. Related Backgammon tables and luxury armchairs: A look back at Alain Delons foray into furniture design Exploring Armanis first outdoor furniture collection and other treasuresThe British auction house expected the Mollino set to sell with a starting price