Craftsmanship in Italy region by region
Every region in Italy has its own traditions and typicality. We go through them from north to south to discover the historical trades that most characterize them (click on the name of the region to know all our craftsmen in that area). AOSTA VALLEY Typical of this mountain region, propped up by large expanses of […]
The world of craftsmanship
Discover Italian craftsmanship and all its most fascinating workings
Place you visit, tradition you find. This is the great richness of Italy, that in a handful of kilometers changes voice, taste, sound, colors and style, showing the thousand faces of beauty. This is also true, and perhaps even more so, for the artisan traditions that dot our country from north to south, depending on […]
Events
Napoli su misura. Craft Shopping Guide
Composer Gustav Mahler said that tradition “is not the worship of ashes, but the preservation of fire.” An image that seems to fit Naples perfectly: not only because of its relationship with a tradition so famous that it has become iconic, but also because of the vital substratum that pulses beneath the heart of this […]
Venezia su misura guide
A small art book to discover the excellence of Venetian artistic craftsmanship Get ready for the most extraordinary trip you’ve ever taken. Venice Made to Measure is out. Craft Shopping Guide, an immersive experience in the great universe of high Venetian craftsmanship, through a selection of 50 extraordinary shops, forges and ateliers, historical or new […]
Events
Botteghe Fiorentine, Guido Cozzi’s photography exhibition at the Istituto de’ Bardi in Florence
At the Istituto de’ Bardi, a reality that for nearly two centuries has been dedicated to the enhancement of artistic craftsmanship, the beating heart of Florentine culture, photographer Guido Cozzi’s Botteghe Fiorentine exhibition, promoted by the Institute at its historic headquarters in Palazzo Capponi on Via de’ Michelozzi, takes visitors on a journey through images […]
25/01/2025 - 31/05/2025
Palazzo Capponi, via de’ Michelozzi - Firenze
The “Craft Experiences” by La Grande Bellezza
Among the many concrete actions that the Starhotels hotel group has activated in support of Italian high craftsmanship, a rich carnet of “Craft Experiences” has been created to be experienced in some of the most important artisan workshops in Venice, Milan, Florence and Rome. A special way of proposing exclusive and quality tourism that is […]
Fashion
Jesurum
Jesurum was established in 1870 in Venice by Michelangelo Jesurum and is now worldwide renowned for its exclusive home, yacht and private jet linens. Over the years, the Jesurum tradition has evolved into new and contemporary forms, without sacrificing the original sophisticated spirit of Venetian culture, with products such as classic lace, embroidered by skilled […]
Venezia
The world of craftsmanshipThree stained glass windows from Ghirlandaio’s workshop in the crypt of Siena Cathedral
The stained-glass windows, two mullioned windows with saints and a tondo with the image of Christ, were made at the end of the fifteenth century by Domenico Ghirlandaio and his workshop, which had already distinguished itself for the narrative elegance and chromatic refinement of its paintings on glass. Made for the church of San Francesco […]
Fashion and Accessories
Leather
La Vacchetta Grassa Cuoieria Artigiana
La Vacchetta Grassa is the name and brand of the leather goods shop located in the heart of Modena and housed in a beautiful historic building just steps away from Piazza Grande. It has been producing handmade belts, bags and wallets for over 35 years, by using 100% natural skins which are processed with the […]
Modena
Decorative ArtsPottery
Ceramiche Cusumano Giacomo
A vocation for design and contemporary decor combined with the recovery of the motifs of the Byzantines, Spaniards and Arabs: these are the ceramics of Giacomo Cusumano, who decorates and crafts his pieces by hand, using traditional techniques. His speciality is his ability to paint majolica, treating the enamel as if it were a canvas. […]
Caltagirone (CT)
The world of craftsmanshipThe great Venetian craftsmanship at Splendid Venice – Starhotels Collezione
Among the events of Homo Faber in the City, the exhibition Splendid Dialogues, from April 10 to May 1 Venetian high craftsmanship is back on display in the exclusive and elegant spaces of the Splendid Venice – Starhotels Collezione, this time with Splendid Dialogues, a precious journey to discover Venetian high craftsmanship inspired by the […]
Fashion and Accessories
Perfumes
Officina Profumo-Farmaceutica di Santa Maria Novella
The first evidence of an ‘apothecary’ in the new church of Santa Maria Novella built by Dominican friars dates back to 1542, but it was only in 1612 that the workshop opened its services to the public. Today the products are made using machines designed and built to fulfil the needs of the company while […]
Firenze
Miscellaneous and curiosGondolas and forcolas
Le fórcole
Saverio Pastor, the brains and soul behind Le fórcole, is the senior member of the group of Venetian rowers and the trusted supplier of gondoliers and Veneto-style rowing lovers from all over the world since 1981. At his workshop, together with Pietro Meneghini, he makes beech and ramin-wood oars, walnut, pear and cherry wood rowlocks […]
Venezia
The world of craftsmanshipHats and Headwear, Creativity and hatmaking techniques
A course at Spazio NOTA in Florence The charm of millinery and the opportunity to learn more about the techniques for making hats. There is time until April 14 to enroll in the training course recognized by the Region of Tuscany Modisteria, Cappelli e Coprica in program at Spazio NOTA from May 2 to June […]
Events
“Artigiano del Cuore” contest: applications open until June 3
Kicking off the 7th Edition of the “Artigiano del Cuore” contest, promoted by the Cologni Foundation and the Wellmade platform. This year, the contest is aimed at artisans and craft businesses based throughout Italy and carrying on an art craft. The goal is to help them tell the story of the value and uniqueness of […]
Wood
Laboratorio di Corniceria di Stefano Ajello
Not stopping simply at making the handcrafted frames of the business’s beginnings, for some years Stefano Ajello has also been recovering and reusing materials such as old wooden shutters or similar items. Materials that would be destined for pulping are reworked by Stefano Ajello and transformed into furnishings and frames, alongside the traditional framing. All […]
Perugia
EventsOnline tickets for Homo Faber 2024
Online i biglietti per Homo Faber 2024 Available on the vivaticket.com platform are tickets for “Homo Faber. The Journey of Life,” September 1-30, 2024, at the Giorgio Cini Foundation on the Island of San Giorgio Maggiore in Venice. Visit the site to discover all the concessions and purchase your admission for this journey, a tribute […]
Jewelry and Watches
Loredana Mandas
In the workshop of Loredana Mandas, gold filigree artist, one experiences the thrill of watching typical Sardinian jewels being created strictly by hand. In its showcases are fine jewels in traditional designs next to ethnic and geometric jewelry, also pendants, earrings, and rings, enriched with precious and semiprecious stones. Delicate compositions of intricate gold embroidery, […]
Cagliari
The world of craftsmanshipII edition of the Master of Crafts Award, Biella
REGISTRATIONS OPEN UNTIL APRIL 30 The second edition of the Master of Crafts Award, promoted by the Fondazione Cassa di Risparmio di Biella, in collaboration with the Associazione Fatti ad Arte and the support of the Gal Montagne Biellesi, is renewed. The objective of the Prize is to convey the promotion of artistic craftsmanship in […]
Events
Great success for Doppia Firma and the exhibitions of “Arts & Crafts & Design”
As many as 14,000 visitors to Villa Mozart, which, on the occasion of Design Week 2024, was transformed into the scenic setting for three initiatives on the marriage of design culture and savoir-faire, all united under the umbrella of “Arts & Crafts & Design. Doppia Firma. Dialogues between design thinking and high craftsmanship, now in […]
Milano
Jewelry and Watches
IdB di Isabella del Bono
Isabella del Bono’s creations can be described as true works of sculpture. Pieces of iron jewelry, inspired by the medieval heraldic tradition with elegantly engraved coats of arms, logos or initials, are created by using a special technique invented by Isabella del Bono herself: galuchat engraving. Precious stones, small diamonds or pearls can be added […]
Milano
Jewelry, Watches, Costume JewelryJewelry and Watches
Oro Nero Gioielli
Oro Nero’s jewellery comes from the desire to reinterpret jewels in unconventional ways, in a metamorphosis of techniques, eras and artistic experiences. Alarico Gentili, a gold engraver known for his craftsmanship, produces unique works, small sculptures with fascinating designs. Works that are designed and created as commissioned by the customer, but also creations for major […]
Località Passo Colmurano (MC)
The world of craftsmanshipTwo “pastiglia” caskets restored at Palazzo Madama
Two pastille caskets, small caskets for jewels, medals and coins, kept in Palazzo Madama, have been restored by the Association of Friends of the Fondazione Torino Musei. The two works date back to the early sixteenth century and were made by workshops active between Padua and Ferrara. The caskets, made of wood covered with stucco […]
