Who doesn't know Leonardo da Vinci and Piero Fornasetti? And why did he have such an amazing success: was it originality? talent? genius? commercially savvy decisions?
Certainly It won't be me to answer such a difficult question and, besides, I'm sure there're many cultivated people out there who have already come to their own conclusion.
As far as I'm concerned, I love Piero Fornasetti because he somehow embodied all that at the same time: originality, talent and yes, a commercial acumen without doubt.
In his art, he managed to recall and commemorate more ancient and forgotten times - when art din't appear on dinner plates or ties or wallpaper rolls - and somehow gave the old art and its "language" a new life, one that - at the end of the day - it's far more suitable for the present-age.
One thing I'm utterly convinced of is that Piero Fornasetti might be recognized as one of the first, truly industrial designers in Italy. He was born in 1913.
Collectible plates. from the Themes and Variations series
Candles
Umbrella (why not?)
Coffee cup
Wall paper
p.s.
I was quite disappointed to find out that Fornasetti Official website doesn't offer any shop on line experience. I believe that everyone has the right to own one authentic Fornasetti.
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