Antonio Vivaldi – Life and Legacy Antonio Vivaldi – Life and Legacy. Vivaldi was a Venetian baroque composer, virtuoso violinist, teacher and Catholic priest. Born Antonio Lucio Vivaldi in Venice on the 4th March 1678, he is recognised as one of the...
History of Venetian Masks History of Venetian Masks. The Mask is an iconic object, because it projects the Venetian’s spirit towards celebration, amusement and transgression. Intro – History – Masks in Everyday Life – Anti-Mask Laws – How the...
Venetian Wells – Drinking Water Venetian Wells – Drinking Water. As the population of Venice in the Rialto area developed, a supply of fresh drinkable water ensured survival. The lack of fresh water could normally be solved through the construction of...
History of Venetian Glass History of Venetian Glass. “Vetro Veneziano”, has been made for over 1,500 years and since the 13th C, on the island of Murano. It has a long history of innovations in glass making being Europe’s first major glass making centre;...
The Gondolas of Venice The Gondolas of Venice. A complete guide to this quintessentially Venetian boat. Traditionally a flat-bottomed and rudderless rowing craft; it is well suited to the shallow conditions of the lagoon and the city’s canal system. For centuries, the...
