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Jul
Tucked away in the northeastern corner of Italy, in the region of Friuli Venezia Giulia, lies a centuries-old craft quietly kept alive in a specialized school devoted entirely to the intricate art of mosaic making. While Italy is renowned worldwide for its contributions to art, architecture, and design, this particular school—little known beyond expert circles—serves as a living testament to a tradition that dates back to ancient Rome and Byzantium.The Scuola Mosaicisti del Friuli, located in Spilimbergo, has been educating expert mosaic artists since the start of the 20th century. While Italy is frequently associated with Renaissance artwork, marble carvings,…
