Rosenthal Porcelain Plate “The Sun of Capri” by Fornasetti, 1970s

Rosenthal porcelain square plate from the “Il Sole di Capri” collection, designed by Piero Fornasetti in the 1970s

Ø cm 15 h cm 15

“Il Sole di Capri” is a theme characterized by anthropomorphic suns emerging from among the clouds, with a border featuring black-and-white custodian designs.
Fornasetti is an Italian luxury design brand founded by Piero Fornasetti in 1940. The brand produces a wide range of products, including furniture, wallpaper, lamps, ceramics, and textiles. These products are all characterized by Fornasetti’s distinctive style, which blends classicism, surrealism, and humor.
Piero Fornasetti was an Italian artist, interior designer, sculptor, and engraver, best known for his extravagant and theatrical designs. His work was inspired by classical Italian art and architecture, as well as the Surrealist movement.