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 greatest baroque composers and his influence during his lifetime was widespread across Europe.
The Mask is an iconic object, because it projects the Venetian’s spirit towards celebration, amusement and transgression.
As the population of Venice in the Rialto area developed, a supply of fresh drinkable water ensured survival.
“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.
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.
“La Testa D’Oro”, was located almost opposite the Church of San Bartolomeo, close to the San Marco side of the Rialto Bridge.
Teriaca – the Divine Potion Teriaca – the Divine Potion to “cure all evils”, was produced by Venetian apothecaries under license from the State. Out of the ninety apothecaries in Venice, only about forty were licensed to produce this medecine under strict rules. The...
I hope this is expressed through my photography and blog posts. To me, this unique historic city is the most beautiful and interesting place in the world.
Byzantine – Venetian Gothic – Renaissance – Baroque – Neoclassical. The palaces, especially along the Grand Canal embody in both structure and style, not only the history of Venetian architecture; but also the entrepreneurial nature of the city’s ruling classes.
This post is about helping you arrive and get around Venice and about getting to grips with some basic architectural and artistic terminology; to enrich your experience of this wonderful city.