Tag Archives: Italian heritage

In Casanova’s Footsteps: Rome–Villa Albani-Torlonia

Posted on November 19, 2021 by seductivevenice

To the east of the Tiber, outside the old city walls, past the Villa Borghese, lies the Villa Albani-Torlonia, known in Casanova’s era as simply the Villa Albani. Cardinal Alessandro Albani had it built, beginning in 1747, by architect Carlo … Continue reading →

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In Casanova’s Footsteps: Rome–Palazzo Frascara

Posted on October 10, 2021 by seductivevenice

When Casanova returned to Rome in 1760, he found his brother Giovanni living there and studying under the painter Rafael Mengs. Giovanni took him to visit old friends from his first trip to Rome, and introduced him to new people … Continue reading →

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In Casanova’s Footsteps: Rome–Palazzo Venezia

Posted on August 21, 2021 by seductivevenice

Casanova often relied on the connections he made with others to pave his way in a new city. This is abundantly true both times he visited Rome. When he returned to the city in 1770, he explains that “Signor Dandolo, … Continue reading →

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In Casanova’s Footsteps: Rome–Palazzo Decarolis

Posted on July 30, 2021 by seductivevenice

Palazzo Decarolis, also known as De Carolis, became the Roman home to Joachim de Bernis. Casanova had first met him when he was the ambassador from France, but when he was promoted to the position of Cardinal, he set up … Continue reading →

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Just Sayin’ … Don’t Miss This!

Posted on May 21, 2021 by seductivevenice

Last week I mentioned that Live in Venice was starting. Well, the week is well under way, and I hope you’ve been enjoying it! There are soooo many excellent interviews for you to check out–glass etchers, bead makers, chocolatiers, wig … Continue reading →

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Sharing: Live in Venice! May 17-23

Posted on May 6, 2021 by seductivevenice

Live-In-Venice Press Release Live-Streamed Event ‘Live-In-Venice’ Will Share City Secrets With The World Live-In-Venice will take place between 17-23 May 2021 Over 70 interviews and events live-streamed on Facebook, Vimeo and the event website Interviews with artisans, art galleries and … Continue reading →

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The Impiraresse Gain Recognition!

Posted on April 5, 2021 by seductivevenice

Venice’s glass beads, bead makers, and the women who strung and worked with these beads have achieved worldwide recognition: They have been granted status by UNESCO as an “Intangible Cultural Heritage.” Read here about the history of these beads and … Continue reading →

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In Casanova’s Footsteps: Rome–The Church of Trinità dei Monti

Posted on March 3, 2021 by seductivevenice

“At seventeen or eighteen years of age, Mariuccia was tall, had a very good carriage, and seemed carved by the chisel of Praxiteles. She was fair, but her fairness was not that of a blonde, which with its unrelieved brilliance … Continue reading →

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In Casanova’s Footsteps: Rome–Momolo’s House, Via Gregoriana 36

Posted on January 6, 2021 by seductivevenice

In Vol. 12 of History of My Life, Casanova tells us that he is visited by Mariuccia, whom he had met at the house of the Abate Momolo back in 1760, which story is recounted in Vol. 7. It is … Continue reading →

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“Just-In-Times” for Christmas

Posted on December 21, 2020 by seductivevenice

My mom is a member of St. Justin Parish in Santa Clara, California. Her Ladies Guild group has just posted these book reviews of Venice Rising in their monthly newsletter, the”Just-in-Times.” What great reviews! “Hi Ladies, I just finished the … Continue reading →

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