Painted statues and architecture in Venice
Painted statues and architecture in Venice were quite common in medieval times or in the early Renaissance. The stone or marble façades of the palaces, the bas-reliefs decorating the portals and [...]
Antonio Canova in Venice from the Correr Museum to the Cenotaph at the Frari Church
Antonio Canova’s Orpheus and Eurydice at the Correr Museum in Venice Antonio Canova started his career as a sculptor thanks to senator Giovanni Falier. In 1775 at the age of 18 his Orpheus [...]
Blackamoors in paintings, sculptures and jewels of Venice
Blackamoors and Diamonds Blackamoors appear on brooches only in the best jewellery shops in Venice, proudly featuring as pure Venetian tradition. Amidst gold, shining diamonds and precious [...]
More tours about accessible Venice in a wheelchair
My last post on accessible Venice tours in a wheelchair attracted some interest! So here are some other insights. I hope it will help enjoy our city! Use boats in Venice when you visit in a [...]
