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In a highly contemporary setting, welcome to an emblematic glassworks that has set itself the goal of producing pieces with exceptional characteristics. The Barovier family has been practicing its art for more than 700 years. Its activity is intimately linked to the history of the Republic of Venice, as it is to several of its members that we owe the development of local glassmaking skills. The small exhibition at 28 Fondamenta dei Vetrai is well worth a visit for the technical nature of its work and the magic of its colors.

Between magic and beliefs, drama and comedy, Graziano Vale sees in the mask a desire of man to disguise himself and immerse himself in the imagination. He has carried out numerous researches and studies on the transformation of the mask in the Mediterranean culture in order to perpetuate this tradition. Originally from the north of Italy, he arrived in Sardinia to study Phoenician-Punic ritual masks. He chose to stay there to make typical Sardinian masks, Phoenician masks or commedia dell'arte in an artisanal way.

A few experienced workers perpetuate the textile tradition that has been handed down from mother to daughter for generations in the region. The shop is there to sell the products but with a bit of luck it will be possible to visit the workshop of this small cooperative installed on the edge of the Ulassai tacco. There you can see the looms at work and buy beautiful handmade linen (rugs, towels, tablecloths...).