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 […]
Perfumes
Officina de’ Tornabuoni
The passion for know-how, the authentic heritage of four generations of Florentine officinal tradition and a precious botanical heritage give life to artisanal beauty products that care for and pamper you with extreme delicacy. In the ancient apothecary you can discover all the cosmetics, the perfumes, but also the nutritional supplements and herbal teas realized […]
Firenze
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 […]
Home Decor
Furniture
Florence Art
Founded by the Marini brothers more than 70 years ago, Florence Art creates exclusive Florentine-style furniture whose distinctive feature is exquisite hand-carved wood. Every item is designed and produced by the company, now in its second generation. In addition to its elegant collections, the atelier also creates bespoke furniture in accordance with customers’ tastes and […]
Barberino Tavarnelle (FI)
Home DecorFurniture
Arianna Fremura
With experience in the art department of Cinecittà and important architecture, art and interior design studios, Arianna Fremura took her passion for interior decorating and turned it into her profession. On customer request, she also makes paintings and decorations of various kinds. She is often traveling around Europe, so it is better to make an […]
Livorno
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 […]
Decorative Arts
Wood
VmDesign Langhe
The small VmGuarene Workshop is the place where tradition and innovation, the passion for wood and for design blend wonderfully. It specializes in the production of solid wood chopping boards of the highest quality. Handcrafted artifacts created by using the engraving and inlay techniques on locally sourced woods and inspired by shapes and models of […]
Guarene (CN)
Fashion and AccessoriesFashion
G. Inglese
In his Ginosa tailoring shop, inherited from his father and founder Giovanni, Angelo Inglese brings care and passion into making shirts, jackets and ties, which have won over ministers and nobles around the world, such as Prince William, a great admirer of the creations with the brand G. Inglese. The desire to create a product […]
Ginosa (TA)
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 […]
Furniture
Frigerio Carlo
The Frigerio Carlo company has been a leader on the Italian furniture scene since 1949, with a qualified production using natural materials such as rattan cane, manau cane, rushes and wicker. In the 1990s, the use of polyethylene fibre and other synthetic materials resistant to all weather conditions was introduced, which permitted the birth of […]
Inverigo (CO)
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 […]
Glass and crystal
Salviati
In 1859, the lawyer from Vicenza Antonio Salviati decided to start Salviati & C., a company specializing in the production of mosaics, enamels and blown glass. Driven by his tireless inquisitive spirit of challenge, Salviati began producing very sophisticated milk glass objects, complex filigree motifs, opalescent glass embellished with floral appliqués and threads of aventurine. […]
Murano (VE)
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
Lacemaking and embroidery
Arte e Artigianato di Anna Barola
Craftsmanship becomes art in the workshop of Anna Barola, who makes exclusively by hand curtains, tablecloths, sheets and furnishing objects by using traditional Umbrian embroidery and lacemaking techniques, according to the artist’s creativity or to the customer’s specifications. Anna Barola’s production line has recently expanded to include the so-called fuseruole, small objects of ancient origin […]
Perugia
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 […]
Fashion and Accessories
Fashion
Sartoria Ripense
The Sartoria Ripense grew from Andrea Luparelli’s passion for the noble art “of the needle and thread.” He grew up admiring the skillful and masterly work of his grandfather and was won over by this trade, to which he now devotes his time, creating clothes of great quality and elegance, strictly respecting the artisan tradition […]
Roma
