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09
Sep
2023

Between tradition and innovation: a journey to discover the history of glass at Ca' Foscari.

Event organised by Università Ca' Foscari Venezia

For the 7th edition of “The Venice Glass Week", the Ca' Foscari tour offers a tailored tour dedicated to the history of Venetian glass. Starting from the Ca' Dolfin headquarters, a 16th-century palace adorned with frescoes, participants will have the opportunity to admire two monumental chandeliers belonging to the traditional school of Venetian glass, as well as the magnificent Mario Baratto Hall designed by the Venetian architect Carlo Scarpa, with its unique play of lights. Lastly, they will visit the Archive Room, where two splendid traditional mirrors crafted by master glassblowers from Murano are displayed. Through the exploration of the historical palaces of Ca' Foscari and Ca' Dolfin, the history of glass in the lagoon city will be uncovere.
The visit will last approximately 50 minutes.

Event Timings

Saturday 09 September From 10:00 am to 1:00 pm

Event Notes

4 time slot :
10am
10.40am
11.20am
12pm

Guided Tours
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Università Ca' Foscari Venezia
Calle Larga Foscari 3246 - 30123 Venezia
+39 041 2348034
cafoscaritour@unive.it
https://www.unive.it/pag/19541/
Participation or Admission by appointment.

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Reservation required

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Type of venue:
School / University
Spoken languages:
Italian English
Disabled access
Aula Mario Baratto / Mario Baratto Classroom
Mario Baratto Classroom
Particolare del lampadario / Detail of the chandelier
Detail of the chandelier
Dettaglio Specchio Sala Archivio / Mirror Detail Archive Room
Mirror Detail Archive Room
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Between tradition and innovation: a journey to discover the history of glass at Ca' Foscari.

Calle Larga Foscari 3246 - 30123 Venezia