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31st EDITION OF
ARTIGIANATO E PALAZZO

September 12/14, 2025

31st EDITION OF
ARTIGIANATO E PALAZZO

September 12/14, 2025

Acknowledgements

Gold Medal of the President of the Republic

Fiorino d’Oro della Città di Firenze

MAM Prize (Maestro d’Arte e Mestiere) Supporter of Artistic Trades

Under the aegis of the

Ministry of Culture

Ministry of Business and Made in Italy

Soprintendenza Archeologia, Belle Arti e Paesaggio for the metropolitan city of Florence and the provinces of Pistoia and Prato

Tuscany Region

Metropolitan City of Florence

Municipality of Florence

Fondazione CR Firenze

Camera di Commercio di Firenze

ADSI Association Dimore Storiche Italiane

Altagamma

ADI Toscana

Associazione Giardino Corsini

THREE DAYS DEDICATED TO CRAFTSMANSHIP

SEPTEMBER 12 - 13 - 14, 2025

Giardino Corsini, Florence

The upcoming 31st edition of ARTIGIANATO E PALAZZO that will be held Sept. 12-14 from 10 a.m. to 7:30 p.m. at the Giardino Corsini in the heart of the city of Florence and will feature a new selection of 100 witnesses of the highest craft tradition: a selected and diversified offer, an opportunity to reflect and share also on new styles, interpreters of the ever-changing relationships between tradition and innovation, manual skills and technology.

Registration

Many benefits
for young people and
those coming from outside the Tuscany region

There are many benefits for those participating in ARTIGIANATO E PALAZZO, including a 30% reduction in the participation fee reserved for young artisans under 35 and for the winners of past editions of the “BLOGS & CRAFTS” contest.
This year, we have also decided to offer a 10% discount on the stand rental fee for exhibitors residing outside the Tuscany region, helping them to cover travel expenses.

Among this year's highlights:
the exhibition space
"NEXT GENERATION"
for under 35 artisans

The ”Next Generation” area will be inaugurated—an entire section in the “Manica Lunga” dedicated to young artisans under 35 – promising an explosion of talent, innovation, and creativity.

The Stables of Palazzo Corsini dedicated
to "Gourmet Craftsmen"

In the charming Stables of Palazzo Corsini, the “gourmet craftsmen” will showcase and sell their high-quality gastronomic products, turning the visitor’s journey into an exploration of exceptional flavors.

Social Project
"Craftsmanship that unites, craftsmanship that includes"

We are working on the 2nd edition of the social project
“Craftsmanship that unites, craftsmanship that includes”, aimed at creating synergy among organizations nationwide that develop craftsmanship as a tool for social inclusion. This initiative seeks to provide these organizations with opportunities for networking, training, sales, and promotion of their skills and the valuable work they do.

MACRO
The “androne” (entrance hall) of Palazzo Corsini:
the vibrant heart of the exhibition

The “Androne” of Palazzo Corsini will transform into a reflective space named “MACRO”, curated by architect and interior decorator Cosimo Bonciani, who will select participants in collaboration with the exhibition organizers.
“The very word MACRO is an invitation to reconsider our approach to craftsmanship. While we often think of handmade crafts as small-scale, or micro, ‘MACRO’ challenges this notion, bringing craftsmanship to an unprecedented, larger scale. A work of art as ‘macro-craftsmanship’ becomes the result of a complex network of skills, processes, and knowledge woven together.This exhibition space aims to prompt visitors to reflect on what craftsmanship represents for them—its techniques, history, and its perspective on the present and future. The space will not only celebrate technical skill but also serve as an opportunity to explore the role of craftsmanship in contemporary society, with exhibitions and installations designed to provoke thought about its meaning and value.”

Downlaod

Previous editions

From 1995 to 2024

New advertising campaign

TheSign Comics & Arts Academy of Florence collaborated on the design of the new advertising campaign and the creation of the 30th anniversary logo.

The Program

Downlaod

Florence City of Restoration

A project developed by the Florence Chamber of Commerce – whose operational activities are delegated to PromoFirenze – whose sponsors include CNA, ConfArtigianato, Legacoop and Confindustria

The theme of restoration was the focus of the 30th anniversary of ARTISAN AND PALACE because of its objective cultural value and transmission of manual knowledge.

The main objective of the “Florence City of Restoration” project is to unite all the public and private players involved in the sector in order to arrive at the official creation of a regional district, and it has made it possible to host the best restorers and restoration companies, selected through a special call for proposals, who were able to take advantage of their own station in the spaces of the Scuderie di Palazzo Corsini.

Galleria dell’Artigianato: 303
(30 al cubo)

Group exhibition sponsored by
Artex - Center for Artistic and Traditional Crafts of Tuscany

303 (30 a cubo)is the title of the exhibition set up in the Limonaia “Focus” of the Corsini Garden, curated by Jean Blanchaert, based on a project by Studio Lavanguardia.

“La Grande Bellezza by Starhotels”

in collaboration of
OMA - Associazione Osservatorio dei Mestieri d’Arte
Fondazione Cologni dei Mestieri d’Arte and Gruppo Editoriale

Starhotels exhibited at ARTISAN AND PALACE the finalist works of the “The Great Beauty” Award related to the theme “Souvenirs of the Grand Tour“.

An exceptional jury identified the 10 finalist works that were displayed in the enchantment of Palazzo Corsini’s monumental Loggia del Buontalenti and at the official opening of the exhibition on Sept. 13, the winner Cecilia Rinaldi was proclaimed.

"Re-light - Light at the Lodge."

Photo exhibition by Federico Minelli

ARTIGIANATO E PALAZZO organizers chose photographer Federico Minelli for the assignment to interpret Buontalenti’s Loggia built in 1591 with an original interpretation.

The result is two large color works-exhibited at the Loggia itself-and a series of images, in the “Manica Lunga,” that capture unexpected details of the monument, alternating with the results of the diagnostic campaign aimed at characterizing the materials and defining the degree of deterioration of the property.

"Protagonists - skills and creativity in the land of Tuscany."

Photo exhibition by Stefano Lupi

Rientra nel focus sul Restauro, la mostra fotografica di Stefano Lupi, “Protagoniste – competenze e creatività in terra di Toscana” che è stata visibile nello spazio della “Manica Lunga”.

FAMILY RECIPES

"Donna Giorgiana's Pantry: hints and snacks."

An edition of “Family Recipes 2024” was dedicated to Giorgiana Corsini ‘s recipes and her art of setting the table. For the occasion, in collaboration with food and wine journalist Annamaria Tossani, a small booklet was produced with Giorgiana Corsini’s recipes accompanied by watercolor illustrations of the places and special occasions for which they were conceived.

PRIZES

“CR Florence Foundation Award. On the occasion of the Thirtieth Anniversary of ARTIGIANATO E PALAZZO, the leadership of the Fondazione CR Firenze will award the Prize to the individual who has distinguished himself or herself more than any other for the exceptional work done to make Florence a center of Italian restoration excellence, recognized throughout the world.

In addition, there is the “Perseus Award“-for the exhibitor most appreciated by the public-and the “Giorgiana Corsini Award” given by the Promoter Committee to the most beautiful booth, which awards the winner a complimentary space at the following year’s Exhibition.

MEETINGS AND DEBATES

A rich program of meetings, side events, guided tours, and free workshops open to visitors to discover, learn, and create completed the 2024 Exhibition.

In addition, the Nun’s Garden featured a selection of food trucks for breakfasts, lunches and appetizers.

Fund Raising

"Abbraccia la Loggia del Buontalenti"

“ABBRACCIA LA
LOGGIA DEL BUONTALENTI”

Fundraising 2024

On the strength of the first result of about 17,000 euros raised, fundraising to restore Palazzo Corsini’s architectural masterpiece the 17th-century Loggia del Buontalenti, classified as a “monumental asset” to be protected and safeguarded, has continued this year. Diagnostic investigations have already been carried out in order to then begin the restoration and conservation work that will affect the Loggia, the Fountain and the terrace above.

At ARTIGIANATO E PALAZZO, the Loggia del Buontalenti has always been a meeting point: the “agorà” for craftsmen, visitors, authorities and institutions But that’s not all; in recent years it has been the stage reserved for artists, selected for their talent and generosity, who have the opportunity to exhibit in an extraordinary scenario where ancient and contemporary combine.

Once work has been completed, the Corsini Garden will be accessible free-of-charge to the public as per the indications set out in an agreement to be stipulated at a later date with the relevant bodies.

To support the “Embrace the Buontalenti Loggia” campaign, the organizers called upon Anglo-Norwegian artist Magnus Gjoen, who has created a limited, collectible series of “snowballs” (Ø 10 cm) inspired by late Renaissance and Baroque styles.

Contribute

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Exhibitors 2024

CRAZY ABOUT OLIVES
Rome
olivia@crazyaboutolives.com

MARGARITA OZEROVA ARTS DRESSES
Milan
www.margaritaozerova.com

STUDIO D’ARTE TESSILE
Catania
melania.lavia

DE GUSTIBUS
Siculiana (AG)
www.degustibuspiro.it

GELATERIA PASTICCERIA BADIANI
Florence
www.gelateriabadiani.it

AZIENDA AGRICOLA GIOVANNI MOSCA
Riva del Garda (TN)
www.nosela.it

PROCACCI 1885
Florence
www.procacci1885.it

ANTICA MANIFATTURA DI COLLEBRUNACCHI – COLLEBI
San Miniato (PI)
www.collebi.it

LA COLOMBAROLA
Pieveottoville (PR)
la_colombarola

VIOS COOKING
Rome
www.vioshop.it

ANNA DELLA TORRE
Florence
www.annadellatorrejewels.com

PHILIPPA KUNISCH JEWELLERY
London (U.K.)
www.philippakunisch.co.uk

VINCENZO SPANÒ
Scandicci (FI)
www.vincenzospano.com

CREAZIONI SIMONETTA
Florence
creazioni.simonetta

FRANCESCO BALLESTRAZZI
Milan
www.francescoballestrazzi.com

VALTER CIPRIANI
Rome
valter_cipriani

FONDAZIONE VITTORIANO BITOSSI
Montelupo Fiorentino (FI)
www.centroceramicosperimentale.it

LA GUARDAROBA FIRENZE
Firenze
www.laguardarobafirenze.com

ALESSIO SORRENTINO
Torre del Greco (NA)
www.alessiosorrentino.it

OLIMPIA BENINI
Montespertoli (FI)
www.olimpiabenini.com

ORIETTA FARINAZZO
Florence
_oriettafarinazzo_

FRANCESCA GUICCIARDINI
Florence
www.francescaguicciardini.com

TAMARA VALKAMA
Florence
www.tamaravalkama.it

THE LABORATORY OF PATRIZIA
Filottrano (AN)
www.illaboratoriodipatrizia.com

CURIOSITÉ ARTISANALE
Venice
curiosite_artisanale

BIAGIO BARILE
Sorrento (NA)
www.barileintarsiosorrento.com

ATELIER TERRE
Florence
www.atelierterre.it

BRAC BOOKSHOP
Florence
www.libreriabrac.net

BARONE ITALIA
Carnago (VA)
barone_italia

FRATELLI TRAVERSARI
Florence
www.traversarimosaici.it

ASSOCIATION TRISOMIA 21
Florence
www.at21.it

MADE IN SIPARIO
Florence
www.madeinsipario.com

CŌDICEDS
Rome
www.codiceds.com

CONSTANCE SCHÜRCH
Florence
constanceschurch.jewellery

DÖRTHE LÜTKEMEYER SCHMUCKDESIGN
Montespertoli (FI)
www.schmuck.studio

GIOIELLI DONATI
Montebelluna (TV)
www.gioiellidonati.it

JOY-JO
Milan
joyjo_jewelry

MATUTA
Rome
matutagioielli

PENKO BOTTEGA ORAFA
Florence
www.paolopenko.com

CELLERINI FLORENCE
Florence
www.cellerini.it

CAROLINA D’AYALA VALVA
Rome
www.carolinadayalavalva.it

SONYA HOTKO ART
Fiesole (FI)
www.sonyahotkoart.com

NANÀ FIRENZE BY MAZZANTI PIUME
Florence
www.nanafirenze.com

DENMARK – DANISH DOWN FLOATS
Florence
www.piuminidanesi.com

BENEDETTA FARAVELLI
Turin
www.stefaniazagli.it

JHA
Florence
benedettartist

DOLOMITE OFFICINALS
Feltre (BL)
www.dolomite.bio

DONABIOS
Pistoia
www.donabios.com

MONASTERO SANTA MARIA DELLA NEVE E SAN DOMENICO
Pratovecchio Stia (AR)
shop.monasterodomenicane.org

FILIPPO ZANINI
Montale (PT)
www.zanini.xyz

ARTE RICAMI MACCHI
Pisa
macchim24@gmail.com

SANJAR NAZAROV
Bukhara (Uzbekistan)
embroideries_by_sanjar

VENTURINI BEATRICE
Scandicci (FI)
www.beatriceventurini.it

L’INCUNABOLO DI MILICA POPOVIC
Florence
lincunabolo.com

COOPERATIVA AUTOTRASPORTATORI FIORENTINI C.A.F.
Florence
caffirenze.it

COOPERATIVA ARCHEOLOGIA
Florence
www.archeologia.it

LA BOTTEGA DEI GRASSI NESI
Florence
www.labottegadeigrassinesi.it

VALENTINI RESTAURI
Sesto Fiorentino (FI)
www.valentinirestauri.it

FRATINI BRUNO
Florence
fratinibruno.it

C.I.T.A. CONSOCIAZIONE ITALIANA TAPPEZZIERI ARREDATORI
Perugia
www.consociazionecita.it

MARCO BONECHI COLLECTION
Figline e Incisa Valdarno (FI)
www.marcobonechi.com

LISA FONTANA
Turin
_lisafontana_art

CASA CLEMENTINA
Pettinengo (BI)
casaclementinatextile.wordpress.com

OZIO PICCOLO STUDIO TESSILE
Certaldo (FI)
www.oziopiccolostudiotessile.it

ROSSANA BERNACCHI
Florence
crossbern@gmail.com

GALLERIA CASPAR GIORGIO WILLIAMS
London (U.K.)
cgwilliams

INTRECCI VEGETALI
San Casciano Val di Pesa (FI)
intreccivegetali

GIOTTO SCARAMELLI
Scandicci (FI)
giottoscaramelli@libero.it

VIVAI BELFIORE
Lastra a Signa (FI)
www.vivaibelfiore.it

Supporters and Partners 2024