The world of craftsmanship

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 […]


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The world of craftsmanship

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

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Events

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 […]


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Decorative Arts
Mosaic

Petris Luciano Mosaici

After graduating from the well-known school for mosaicists in the Friuli region, Luciano Petris opened his workshop in Codroipo in 1980. His endeavours cover a vast range of activities: design and reproduction of artistic mosaics of modern and contemporary inspiration, in particular; production of furnishings and facings, using Venetian enamel and marble as well as […]

Codroipo (UD)

The world of craftsmanship

Three 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

Tomas Than

Art and architecture enthusiast since he was a child, Tomas Than combines these interests to create a luxury craft brand. Italian leather products, with clean, geometric and essential lines, that create an understated elegance, perfect for the customer who wants to stand out thanks to the extremely high quality and timeless charm of the items. […]

Milano

Decorative Arts
Metals

Rocco Petrunti

Rocco Petrunti, heir to a family tradition that has been passed down for five generations, is a skilled cutler whose workshop is in Frosolone, where this craft has very ancient roots. Along with the typical local production of penknives, ‘sfilati’ and ‘mozzettas’, Petrunti also makes zouaves and grafting knives, as well as customized sporting knives […]

Frosolone (IS)

The world of craftsmanship

The 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
Cutlery

Fogarizzu

The outstanding personal qualities, combined with the solid family tradition, make Piero Fogarizzu an experienced Master cutler. The Fogarizzu family have been making magnificent handcrafted Sardinian knives for four generations now. Faithful to the ancient tradition of ‘frailalzuor’ of the Sardinian blacksmiths, Piero does not fail to endow his creations with his personal touch. In […]

Pattada (SS)

Decorative Arts
Stone

Marco Ricciardi Lavorazione Alabastro

Marco Ricciardi has been working with alabaster since his days at the Art Institute, when he began making his original candies. After his first workshop he participated in fairs, competitions and exhibitions. In 1985, he began a collaboration, which is still active, with the decorator Lucia Niccolini, with whom he opened Oasi’s artistic handicraft store […]

Via Antonio Gramsci, 20 - Volterra (PI)

The world of craftsmanship

Hats 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 […]


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Music and Theatre
Theatre

Nicolao Atelier

As a stage and screen actor, Stefano Nicolao developed such a passion for costumes that, in 1980, he started his own workshop which has become, over time, very popular with major theatres all over the world and international filmmaking productions. Clothing, linens, headgear, cloaks… fabulous costumes featured in prestigious collections such as at New York’s […]

Venezia

Events

Online 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 […]


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Decorative Arts
Glass and crystal

Barovier&Toso

Barovier&Toso is the world’s oldest glassworks, founded in 1295 and still based in Murano, since always committed to handing down the local glass-making tradition, while constantly introducing innovations. Its products are timeless masterpieces, unique creations with regard to design, craftsmanship, technology and creativity, a source of inspiration and emotions for seven hundred years. Barovier&Toso collaborates […]

Murano (VE)

The world of craftsmanship

II 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

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Decorative Arts
Pottery

Laboratorio Paravicini

This creative workshop was established in the early 1990s for the purpose of creating plates that would bring back to everyday mealtimes the atmosphere and warmth lost to industrial chinaware. In addition to plates, the workshop creates coffee and tea sets, flowerpot holders, vases, tiles, candlesticks, centerpieces and customized gifts in thin, white ceramic biscuit, […]

Milano

Home Decor
Furniture

DecorAzione di Angela Florio

DecorAzione is an artisan studio/atelier which deals with the design and creation of contemporary decorations. Gold leaves, Oriental lacquers, engravings, paintings and 3D prints decorate walls, fabrics, objects, frames, in a unique style combined with a deep knowledge of tradition, research and experimentation. Art applied to one’s home, through the design and creation of modular […]

Milano

The world of craftsmanship

Two “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
Leather

Lamberto Bartolozzi

Lamberto Bartolozzi was born and raised in the environment of saddle-making. In his workshop, he continues to pursue an old and valuable family tradition. The art of working leather requires great experience and dedication. His grandfather Giuseppe was the first to work in this profession, and today Lamberto has expanded production by creating, as well […]

Tolfa (RM)

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