Up for sale is arguably the most culturally significant piece from the iconic mid-century Teatro alla Scalaseries by legendary Italian designer Piero Fornasetti.This stunning trompe-l’œil (fool-the-eye) porcelain tray replicates the original 1946 playbill announcing the grand inauguration and reopening of the rebuilt La Scala opera house following its destruction in WWII.Crafted with Fornasetti’s signature dimensional "folded/crumpled paper" edge effect, the reverse side includes a typed historical overview of the memorable evening alongside the authentic Fornasetti Milano hand-and-paintbrush maker’s mark (Numbered 12).Features:
* Extremely bold, crisp black transfer-print typography and graphics.
* Large, beautiful crest detailing at the top with a full orchestral and soloist roster.
* Features pre-drilled display holes on the back corners, ready to be hung as a work of fine art or used as a luxury vanity tray.Item Specifics
* Brand: Fornasetti Milano
* Designer: Piero Fornasetti
* Origin: Made in Italy
* Era: Vintage (circa 1950s/1960s)
* Material: Porcelain
* Dimensions: 6” x 5”Condition Report:
The central graphic and text are in crisp, bold, phenomenal condition. The porcelain body is completely structurally sound with zero chips, cracks, or hairline fractures. Please note there i vintage wear, thinning, and rubbing to the gold leaf trim along the wavy borders (please see detailed photos). This wear is very common for these pieces .
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