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Ancient Spice Shop of St. John

The Ancient Spezieria: Italy’s Historic Apothec...

In the heart of Italy, hidden within historic towns and cloisters, ancient spezierie (apothecaries) hold stories of a time when medicine was a careful blend of herbal knowledge, artistry, and...

The Ancient Spezieria: Italy’s Historic Apothec...

In the heart of Italy, hidden within historic towns and cloisters, ancient spezierie (apothecaries) hold stories of a time when medicine was a careful blend of herbal knowledge, artistry, and...

Capim Dourado: A Sustainable Treasure from Brazil

Capim Dourado: A Sustainable Treasure from Brazil

Capim Dourado (Syngonanthus nitens), known as “Golden Grass,” is a unique plant native to the Jalapão region of Tocantins, Brazil. Renowned for its bright, golden colour, this extraordinary material is...

Capim Dourado: A Sustainable Treasure from Brazil

Capim Dourado (Syngonanthus nitens), known as “Golden Grass,” is a unique plant native to the Jalapão region of Tocantins, Brazil. Renowned for its bright, golden colour, this extraordinary material is...

Zaffera Maiolica: A Jewel of Italian Ceramics

Zaffera Maiolica: A Jewel of Italian Ceramics

This article is an excerpt from the original piece published on Art-Test (La tecnica perduta della zaffera), with additional content from ARTXXI. “Those who want to achieve great things must pay special...

Zaffera Maiolica: A Jewel of Italian Ceramics

This article is an excerpt from the original piece published on Art-Test (La tecnica perduta della zaffera), with additional content from ARTXXI. “Those who want to achieve great things must pay special...

A Brief History of Italian Ceramics

A Brief History of Italian Ceramics

Italian ceramics have a rich and diverse history, spanning from the Middle Ages to contemporary times. This art form reflects Italy's cultural and artistic evolution through distinct periods, each characterised...

A Brief History of Italian Ceramics

Italian ceramics have a rich and diverse history, spanning from the Middle Ages to contemporary times. This art form reflects Italy's cultural and artistic evolution through distinct periods, each characterised...

Lazio Artigiana

Lazio Artigiana

Lazio, a region celebrated for its rich history, culture, and centuries-old artisanal traditions, is currently bringing its heritage to the forefront through the ongoing "Lazio Artigiana" project. This initiative, aimed...

Lazio Artigiana

Lazio, a region celebrated for its rich history, culture, and centuries-old artisanal traditions, is currently bringing its heritage to the forefront through the ongoing "Lazio Artigiana" project. This initiative, aimed...