Venice #9

The origins of the San Maurizio church date back to the 9th century, and since 2001 it houses a collection of string instruments from the 17th, 18th and 19th centuries. There is also a fascinating exhibition on how they were hand-crafted by artisans of the venetian school of  instrument makers, as well as a homage to the life and work of Venice's most celebrated composer, Antonio Vivaldi.

The special thing about this collection is that it is put together by a venetian musician, Artemio Versari, and features exhibits from his personal collection, reflecting his passion for the beautiful handmade instruments and the work which goes into making them.

double bass by Nicola Amati  (1670)

 

The step by step stages of instrument making are fascinating to see, and  beautifully displayed in glass cabinets

We were really surprised by how absorbed we became with this exhibition.

Church of San Maurizio, Campo San Maurizio - Venice

Venice week #8

The l'heure bleu is the time of day I love most, the sky is luminous and velvety at the same time. In Venice, the blue hour is beyond beautiful, it is magical.

Crossing the Canal San Marco again, but this time in the evening, for dinner. The jetty for the shuttle is conveniently located next to Harry's bar, and has a telephone where you ask for a boat to come and pick you up.

Capsule pieces: black cropped jacket, tank top and jeans
Shoes: black/silver Roger Vivier patent pumps
Accessories: Kelly Dog bracelet in black croc and MaiTai Collection gemstone necklace in green

An arrival to remember...



drinks at the Gabbiano bar, Cipriani



followed by dinner at Cip's Club





Back home for a night cap with a view



Gabbiano bar and Cips Club restaurant at the Cipriani
Giudecca, 10, 30133 Venice, Tel: +39 041 520 3930


The Venice travelogues are coming to an end, just two more to come.


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