Monthly Archives: August 2022

Gondola Stuff: Metal Bracket

What is this–some kind of metal hinge or bracket? No, it’s a gondola! These handmade gems, along with many other items made from bits of flotsam, were in the window of the shop across from the apartment where I stayed … Continue reading

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Amazon Day in Venice

This is what it looks like when the Gray Santa (this would be the Amazon truck at my house) arrives in Venice. No truck. Boat instead. And fondamenta.

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Admonishment 2

You’ve been warned!

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Real Life or Art?

These chairs were outside one of the Arsenale Biennale venues. I contend that they were more artistic than some of the art on display.

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