Fornasetti Rare Large Sleeping Cat Figure Circa1950s Italian Mid - Century Modern
Item History & Price
Reference Number: Avaluer:7369 | Sub-Style: Italian |
Original/Reproduction: Original | Material: Ceramic |
Maker: Fornasetti | Style: Mid-Century Modern |
This is a beautiful, very large Fornasetti sleeping cat ceramic figure, part of a series of differently-decorated cats produced by Fornasetti in the 1950s-60s. Complete with the artist's signature technique of adding surrealistic transfer printed decoration, with brightly colored flowers.
...aret-color: rgb(0, 67, 123);">The figure measures 12.5 inches (31.75 cm) long X 7 inches (17.7 cm) wide X 5 inches (12.7 cm) tall. Weighs about 4 lbs. 6oz.
Excellent condition, no wear to the decoration, no chips, cracks, crazing or repairs.
Stamped "Fornasetti Milano Made In Italy" and the artist's hand-holding-brush insignia, the number 12 beneath it.
I will carefully and securely pack and ship via USPS Priority Mail. Insurance for the figure's purchase price is included in the shipping for domestic US shipments. Let me know if you have questions or need more photos.
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