Made in Italy: A Shopper’s Guide to Italy’s Best Artisanal Traditions, from Murano Glass to Ceramics, Jewelry, Leather Goods, and More (Authentic Arts Publishing) - Softcover

Morelli, Laura

 
9781942467243: Made in Italy: A Shopper’s Guide to Italy’s Best Artisanal Traditions, from Murano Glass to Ceramics, Jewelry, Leather Goods, and More (Authentic Arts Publishing)
Softcover
ISBN 10: 1942467249 ISBN 13: 9781942467243
Publisher: Authentic Arts Publishing, 2019

Synopsis

Richly painted maiolica ceramics from Tuscany. Supple Florentine leather. The cameos of Naples and the Amalfi Coast. Parmigiano-Reggiano, the king of cheeses. Jaw-dropping glass from the island of Murano.

MADE IN ITALY takes you on a complete tour of the dazzling artisanal legacy of Italy, uncovering off-the-beaten-path destinations and one-of-a-kind, hidden workshops where everything from leather bags to gilded frames are turned out completely by hand, piece by piece.

This book includes instructions for getting a free copy of the companion guide, ARTISANS OF ITALY, with complete, continually updated listings of Laura's personally recommended shops and artisans across Italy.

Laura Morelli, art historian and trusted guide in the world of cultural travel and authentic shopping, leads you behind the tourist traps to discover some of Italy's most traditional arts.

Laura holds a Ph.D. in art history from Yale University and shares how, what, and where to buy; hints on recognizing quality and authenticity; and tips for bringing home the artisanal treasures of Italy in your suitcase.

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Delicious to read and artfully photographed, as appealing as the beautiful Italian products that it so enticingly describes. --Traditional Home
Full of historical information, advice on avoiding scams, and ways to pack it all up to take home... --House & Garden Magazine
Offers travelers a complete guide of what to buy where. --"Leather-Bound Edition," CNN Radio
This beautifully illustrated and instructive shopping guide will lead you to the “best of the best” of Old-World artisanal traditions and handmade crafts. --Endless Vacation

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Review

Delicious to read and artfully photographed, as appealing as the beautiful Italian products that it so enticingly describes.--Traditional Home

 

Full of historical information, advice on avoiding scams, and ways to pack it all up to take home... --House & Garden Magazine


Offers travelers a complete guide of what to buy where, when in Italy. --"Leather-Bound Edition," CNN Radio

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Publisher
Authentic Arts Publishing
Publication date
2019
Language
English
ISBN 10 
1942467249
ISBN 13 
9781942467243
Binding
Paperback
Edition number
3
Number of pages
170