"Uccelli Nella Gabbia" Brass Tripod Side Table by Piero Fornasetti, Signed

This gorgeous collectors item is a 'Uccelli Nella Gabbia' (Caged Birds in Italian) side table by Piero Fornasetti, signed underneath with its original label. This side table is made with lacquered wood that has birds within a wired cage over white background motif and is affixed on top of a brass tripod base that is removable for easy and economical shipping or transport. This table has been completely restored, the top has been re-lacquered with a French Polish clear coat which protects the finish / surface and the artwork below as well adding greater vibrancy and depth to the colors and the brass legs have been gently polished. Some signs of age and patina still present underneath the clear coat finish which adds to the beauty of this simple yet beautiful piece. The 'Uccelli Nella Gabbia' aka 'Caged Birds' motif is documented in the book "Fornasetti, The Complete Universe", the motif was first used in the 1950s. This rare piece is sought after by interior designers and collectors al