Piero Fornasetti, VINTAGE Tema E Variazioni, 206 & 290 (Lina Cavalieri)
Piero Fornasetti, VINTAGE Tema E Variazioni, 206 (Lina Cavalieri)
VINTAGE Milano FORNASETTI—not the smaller-sized Rosenthal reproduction. Number 206 from the series, "Temi e Veriazoni" ('T and V,') series of more than 350 variations on the theme of 19th century opera singer, Lina Cavalini's face. Stamped and numbered under glaze. Designed c. 1955. CONDITION: Excellent, minor age related wear - Estimate: from $750 to $1,250
Piero Fornasetti, VINTAGE Tema E Variazioni, 290 (Lina Cavalieri) VINTAGE Milano FORNASETTI—not the smaller-sized Rosenthal reproduction—Number 290 from the "Temi e Veriazoni" ('T and V,') series of more than 350 variations on the theme of 19th century opera singer, Lina Cavalini's face. Stamped and numbered on the Verso under the glaze. Designed c. 1955. Measurements: Diameter: 10.25 inches, [260 mm]. Height: 1.625 inches, [41 mm]. CONDITION: Excellent, minor age related wear. Estimate: from $750 to $1,250
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