Description: This is a nice Vintage Piero Fornasetti 1997 Cat on Books Metal Umbrella Stand 1997. This piece is in pretty nice condition with minor wear and scuffs as can be seen in the pics but all pieces are here and in good condition along with the original stickers and price reflecting the value upon release and everything ships exactly as shown. The dimensions of this piece are 28" Tall by 17" Wide. Piero Fornasetti (Milan, 10 November 1913 – Milan, 15 October 1988) was an Italian artist and designer. Born in Milan into a middle-class family, Fornasetti's creative pursuits encompassed design, decoration, painting, curating, and printing. His oeuvre, spanning over 13,000 works, displayed a wide range of objects and furniture with a unique emphasis on decorative diversity. Collaborating with figures like Gio Ponti, Fornasetti's atelier became synonymous with bringing art into everyday lives through practical yet artistically adorned objects.Fornasetti's artistic philosophy emphasized the production of series over one-of-a-kind pieces, reflecting his commitment to democratizing art. A central motif in his work was the "variations," notably exemplified in the iconic "Tema e Variazioni" series featuring over 400 renditions of opera singer Lina Cavalieri's face. His creative genius extended across different mediums, from furniture to paintings, demonstrating a coherent stylistic code.Although Fornasetti faced challenges adapting to evolving design trends in the '60s and '70s, his legacy was eventually rediscovered and celebrated through exhibitions and publications. His fusion of classicism, surrealism, and metaphysical art, combined with his commitment to drawing as an innovative tool, cemented his influence on design and decoration. Piero Fornasetti's enduring impact continues through the work of his son Barnaba and admirers worldwide. Keep in mind the shipping price also covers handling fees, packaging materials & time, not just postage. Shipping Calculator is often wrong please contact me for an accurate international shipping price. See our eBay store for thousands of our other items. Upstairs
Price: 1750 USD
Location: Saint Louis, Missouri
End Time: 2024-08-15T22:24:00.000Z
Shipping Cost: 30 USD
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All returns accepted: ReturnsNotAccepted
Brand: Piero Fornasetti
Material: Metal
Color: Multi-Color
Primary Material: Unknown Metal
