Category Archives: Venetian artisans

Gondola Stuff: Mini Metal

Posted on April 26, 2024 by seductivevenice

I find it hard to resist buying gondola stuff when I see it. So that my collection doesn’t get out of control, I now only buy really small things. This mini metal gondola stands less than two inches tall. It’s … Continue reading →

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Giulia Lama and Other Talented Venetian Women

Posted on March 20, 2024 by seductivevenice

As previously noted, I’ve added new chapters to my book A Beautiful Woman in Venice, with one such chapter exploring the life and work of painter Giulia Lama. She was known for her deep tenebrism and chiaroscuro, techniques popular at … Continue reading →

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Surpassed…

Posted on September 16, 2023 by seductivevenice

I’m sharing a photo posted by Gregory Dowling on his Instagram account. This photo shows the three Venetian newspaper headlines from a few days ago. They announce that the number of tourist beds has officially surpassed the number of residents’ … Continue reading →

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Where the Boats Sleep

Posted on July 24, 2023 by seductivevenice

While in Venice last month, my friend brought me to his boat club, the place where they store the boats for members. It’s for members only, but the kind receptionist allowed me to come in briefly and see the boats. … Continue reading →

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She’ll Paint Your House–In Miniature!

Posted on June 26, 2023 by seductivevenice

I met artist Sira a couple years ago, through a friend, and visited her shop in Venice. Her designs are so eye-catching and fun, it’s easy to spend lots of time wanting to see everything she’s created. Two years ago, … Continue reading →

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Gondola Stuff: Wooden Puzzle

Posted on March 28, 2023 by seductivevenice

I picked up this puzzle at a tobacco shop in Venice and had some fun putting it together. First the body of the gondola, with the ferro on one side and the popa di ferro on the other. That’s quite … Continue reading →

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Gondola Stuff: Metal Bracket

Posted on August 23, 2022 by seductivevenice

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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Gondola Stuff: Glass Mosaic

Posted on July 5, 2022 by seductivevenice

I’ve added new gondola-themed items to my collection! Luckily they were small and fit easily into my suitcase (and onto the shelf which is getting increasingly crowded with gondolas, like Bacino d’Orseolo at the end of the day). I was … Continue reading →

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Reminder! Conference on Venice Sustainability Is This Saturday!

Posted on March 31, 2022 by seductivevenice

The Guild of St George is offering its Voices from Venice free, one-day virtual conference on Saturday, April 2, 2022. It begins at 9:00 am (London Time)–which means a crazy 1:00 am for me in California! But you’ll see me … Continue reading →

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When Venice Lives, It Looks Like This: Arzanart Marbled Paper

Posted on March 26, 2022 by seductivevenice

I’m happy to finally have another interview to share with you in this series that showcases Venetian artisans. Monica Cesarato’s Live in Venice Week from 2021 drew me to learn more about traditional arts, and last summer I met a … Continue reading →

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