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 […]
Furniture
Marioni
Started as a small pottery workshop in 1966, Marioni soon expanded its production range to include complete collections of furnishing objects, from lamps to sofas, chairs and furniture. Not only pottery, but also glass, metal, wood and leather creations. All pieces are entirely made by hand. Today Marioni collaborates with well-known architects and designers. In […]
Calenzano (FI)
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 […]
Decorative Arts
Metals
Fabbro Ferraio di Filippo Quochi
The heir to a family of master blacksmiths for three generations, Filippo Quochi boasts a twenty-year experience in the iron-working field. His accurately detailed work and creative skills have transformed a job into an art form. He creates beautiful sculptures featuring plays of symmetry and balance and a great sense of proportion and beauty. Portions […]
Livorno
Decorative ArtsPottery
Stefania Santone Ceramiche Artistiche
Stefania Santone works in Guardiagrele, in the heart of the Majella National Park, whose beauty constantly inspires her works. Her creations are characterized by intense colours and creativity, an innovative combination of the ceramic tradition of Abruzzo and personal interpretation, hence the uniqueness of her creations. Her pieces vary greatly with household items such as […]
Guardiagrele (CH)
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
Pottery
Ceramiche Fusari
Located in Orvieto’s wonderful historic center, the Fusari family’s workshop is currently run by Barbara, founders Giorgio and Giuliana Fusari’s daughter. As she grew up surrounded by ceramics and colors, what started as a game soon turned into a passion and then into a job. Barbara creates ceramics inspired by the local medieval and Renaissance […]
Orvieto
Home DecorFurniture
Laboratorio Avallone
Craftsmen Gennaro Avallone and Giordano Ciminaghi make a wide range of made-to-measure furniture in various sizes and for different uses. Their one-of-a-kind pieces are made of wood, stucco and aluminum and are highly spectacular. The furniture’s surfaces are usually treated with stucco, as well as the frames, which look more like sculptures and can be […]
Milano
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 […]
Decorations
Lauraballa
Swiss by birth but Pratese by adoption, the female painter known under the name of Lauraballa bursts with energy and ideas. Her delicate, dream-like, fairy-tale style creations lead you into another dimension, where a staircase climbs all the way up to the moon and two lovers fly hand in hand. She uses various techniques and […]
Prato
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 […]
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 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
Stone
La pietra ollare
Of the old traditional activities in Bassaì Bregaglia, a prominent place is occupied by the crafting of soapstone. Roberto Lucchinetti has taken this ancient art and, in addition to laveggi, pots which have been in existence since 70 AD, he makes chalices, furagn (lidded containers used to store food), coffee services, vessels and ‘pigne’, stoves […]
Piuro (SO)
Home DecorFurniture
L’arte nel pozzo
In the home décor and furnishing field, L’arte nel pozzo stands out for the vibrancy and liveliness of its products, in addition to the top quality that customers can always rely on. The production line has been recently expanded to include tableware of the highest craftsmanship, as all the rest of the creations by this […]
Staranzano (GO)
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 […]
Fabric painting
Atelier Sete Dipinte – Helene Moreau
A magical workshop, filled with colors, music and creative energy. Here, on the beautiful island of Ortygia, the oldest part of the city of Syracuse, Helene Moreau paints, but hers are special paintings…paintings to be worn. Silk cloths and scarves decorated with classical motifs, such as Corinthian decorations, but also architectural details or Mediterranean themes, […]
Siracusa
