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The Tema e Variazioni N.137 coaster features a hand-applied depiction of opera singer Lina Cavalieri in black and white on a round porcelain surface, with a flower detail at the corner of her mouth rendered through intricate hand-applied decoration. The porcelain construction provides a durable, smooth base, while the hand-finished detailing reflects the craftsmanship characteristic of the broader Fornasetti series. Each coaster forms part of a family of pieces, each presenting Cavalieri in a distinct guise.
The central figure in Fornasetti's 'Tema e Variazioni' collection, Italian opera singer Lina Cavalieri makes an appearance on a family of coasters taken from the series, each one presenting her in a different guise. On 'Tema e Variazioni n.137' she appears in black and white on the round porcelain table accessory, with a somber gaze and a flower at the corner of her mouth — a detail that is emphasized by intricate hand applied detailing that speaks to the craftsmanship of each piece.
