Made in Italy - (Authentic Arts Publishing) 3rd Edition by Laura Morelli (Paperback)

About the Book

MADE IN ITALY takes you on a complete tour of the dazzling artisanal legacy of Italy, uncovering workshops where everything from leather bags to frames are turned out completely by hand. This book includes instructions for getting a free copy of the companion guide, ARTISANS OF ITALY, with complete, continually updated listings.

Book Synopsis

Richly painted maiolica ceramics from Tuscany. Supple Florentine leather. The cameos of Naples and the Amalfi Coast. Parmigiano-Reggiano, the king of cheeses. Jaw-dropping glass from the island of Murano. MADE IN ITALY takes you on a complete tour of the dazzling artisanal legacy of Italy, uncovering off-the-beaten-path destinations and one-of-a-kind, hidden workshops where everything from leather bags to gilded frames are turned out completely by hand, piece by piece.

This book includes instructions for getting a free copy of the companion guide, Artisans of Italy, with complete, continually updated listings of Laura's personally recommended shops and artisans across Italy.

Laura Morelli, art historian and trusted guide in the world of cultural travel and authentic shopping, leads you behind the tourist traps to discover some of Italy's most traditional arts. Laura holds a Ph.D. in art history from Yale University and shares how, what, and where to buy, hints on recognizing quality and authenticity, and tips for bringing home the artisanal treasures of Italy in your suitcase.

Review Quotes

Delicious to read and artfully photographed, as appealing as the beautiful Italian products that it so enticingly describes.--Traditional Home

Full of historical information, advice on avoiding scams, and ways to pack it all up to take home... --House & Garden Magazine

Offers travelers a complete guide of what to buy where, when in Italy. --"Leather-Bound Edition," CNN Radio