commesso

Mosaic and gemstones

The working of gemstones finds in Florence points of excellence recognized worldwide.
The working of the traditional mosaic and of the Florentine commesso, that particular technique born and realized right here, in Florence with coloured gemstones, today sees very few craftsmen who remain faithful to the techniques of the past. 
One is amazed at what the Florentine genius is able to create with semi-precious stones: portraits, landscapes, floral compositions and abstract drawings characterize jewelry, furniture and real paintings.

A journey into Florentine mosaic is a journey into something unique, unrepeatable and now unobtainable.

If you want to visit some workshops for mosaic and gemstones inlay, find them here Autentica Firenze 

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Walking route
via Ricasoli 59R33723
via Giano della Bella 2033723
via Senese 68B33723