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Italy, 1952-1958
lithographic transfer-print on lacquered wood, enameled steel, brass 85¾ h × 32 w × 16¼ d in (218 × 81 × 41 cm)
lithographic transfer-print on lacquered wood, enameled steel, brass 85¾ h × 32 w × 16¼ d in (218 × 81 × 41 cm)
estimate: $50,000–70,000
result: $62,500
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Trumeau features two doors concealing six shelves, one drop-front writing surface, three drawers and an illuminated display. This early work is one of three known examples. Signed with applied metal disc manufacturer's label to drawer: [Fornasetti Milano]. This work has been authenticated by Barnaba Fornasetti.
provenance: Private collection, Dallas | Private collection | Sotheby's, New York, Important 20th Century Design, 18 December 2013, Lot 198 | Private collection
literature: Fornasetti: The Complete Universe, Fornasetti et al., pg. 348 Fornasetti: Designer of Dreams, Mauries, pg. 179 Piero Fornasetti: A Conversation Between Philippe Starck and Barnaba Fornasetti, Fitoussi, pg. 24