Franchetti Gallery in Venice: Tickets for the Ca’ d’Oro

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The Ca’ d’Oro, a Venetian palace overlooking the Grand Canal, houses the gallery of an important collector, Giorgio Franchetti, to whom we also owe the restoration of the palace. In addition to having left us a collection that includes works by leading artists such as Titian and Mantegna, we owe the preservation of the building itself to this patron. How to buy tickets for the Franchetti Gallery in Venice and visit the Ca’ d’Oro?

Franchetti Gallery in Venice: Tickets

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Caravaggio’s Bacchus: the feast of the senses that becomes art

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Caravaggio, Bacco

Caravaggio’s Bacchus is a timeless masterpiece that captures the spirit and essence of the Roman god of wine and intoxication of the senses. In this post I will describe this extraordinary work of art and we will discover together how Caravaggio, with his mastery in painting light and shadow, managed to convey the sensuality and vitality of Bacchus. Are you ready to immerse yourself in the intensity of ‘Bacchus’ and discover why this work continues to enchant and inspire viewers today?
Here we go!

Caravaggio’s Bacchus: the feast of the senses that becomes art

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What to see in Venice in 2 days: a weekend among art, canals and islands

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Here is a complete guide to the magnificent city of Venice, one of the most fascinating and unique places in the world, for those who have two days or a weekend at their disposal. If this is your case, then you are in the right place.
In this post I will take you on a journey through the art, canals, bridges and historical attractions of Venice. Get ready to discover what to see in Venice in 2 days, optimising your time and enjoying every moment of your visit.
Here are all the secrets for experiencing Venice at its best!

What to see in Venice in 2 days: a weekend among art, canals and islands

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The Cini Foundation publishes the Seguso Vetri d’Arte archive

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Dear art lover, today I present to you a treasure hidden in the digital archive of the Giorgio Cini Foundation’s Glass Study Centre. This is the extraordinary legacy of Seguso Vetri d’Arte, the famous Murano glassworks that has left an indelible mark on the art of glassmaking.

Ninety years after its birth, the documentary heritage of this historic and prestigious company is finally accessible online free of charge. An unmissable opportunity for art history enthusiasts and all those who wish to immerse themselves in the wonderful world of artistic glass.

The archive of the historic Murano glassworks Seguso Vetri d’Arte published online

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A jewel in Venice: St Mark’s Golden Pall

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Anyone planning a trip to Venice always comes across the advice to visit St Mark’s Basilica and admire its most precious jewel: the Pala d’Oro (Golden Pall). But what exactly is it? And why is it so important?
Every corner of Venice hides a priceless treasure and exploring this city means stumbling upon a true paradise for lovers of art, beauty and goldsmithing.
The Pala d’Oro is the great masterpiece of Venetian goldsmithing and in this post I will explain why.

A jewel in Venice: St Mark’s Golden Pall

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