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Fornasetti hand painted decorative plate, "Tema e Variazioni" 78, made in Italy

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About the Item

Have you ever wondered who's the woman that appears on the iconic Fornasetti plates? You might believe she's just an imaginary muse, dreamed by Piero Fornasetti. Turns out, she's way more real than that, as the Italian designer started the now famous "Tema e variazioni" (Theme and variations) series after being struck by a picture of late-1800s lyric singer Lina Cavalieri. The ethereal, yesteryearly beauty of the woman was the perfect subject for the first portrait, appeared on plate number 1 in 1952; her face has then been interpreted in more than 400 different designs, and an equal number of plates has been created over the years. The present plate is number 78 (see bottom), and has been designed and painted in the 1980s. It is of course handmade and hand painted in Italy, in pure porcelain, and is preserved in excellent conditions. The only detail to be highlighted is a light chipping on the base, not visible when the plate is showcased.
  • Creator:
    Piero Fornasetti (Designer),Fornasetti (Manufacturer)
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 1.19 in (3 cm)Diameter: 10.24 in (26 cm)
  • Style:
    Mid-Century Modern (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
    1980-1989
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1980s
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    Milano, IT
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU7782235084542

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