Colonne Velvet: A Masterpiece for Venice’s Festa della Salute
A weaver tells us about the precious Colonne soprarizzo velvet she hand-wove for one of the main festivities in Venice: the Madonna della Salute
The Hands Behind the Velvets: the Bevilacqua Weavers
Our weavers describe their experience as producers of handwoven velvets on ancient looms and their training in a video.
The First Weavers of Tessitura Luigi Bevilacqua: A 150-Year Family Legacy
Who were the first silk makers at Tessitura Bevilacqua in Venice? We share the story of a legacy born 150 years ago.
The Jacquard Loom: From the 1806 Revolution to Bevilacqua Velvets
Learn about the history of the Jacquard loom, how it works, and how it is used today to create Bevilacqua’s handmade velvets.
Weaving according to Diderot and D’Alembert
Explore how the 18th-century Encyclopédie by Diderot and D’Alembert connects to today’s craftsmanship in silk fabric production.
The Portrait of Itō Mancio: Between Art, Culture, and Venetian Velvet
The portrait of Japanese nobleman Itō Mancio is revived at Expo Osaka 2025 thanks to a precious Venetian velvet by Tessitura Bevilacqua.
The Art of Silk in Venice: The First Weavers
The success of Venice’s antique textiles comes from guilds that arose from 1200 onward. Let’s explore their history and curiosities together.
Wefts of Venice: The Birth of Tessitura Luigi Bevilacqua
Learn the origins of Tessitura Bevilacqua, a family history with ancient roots in Venice, amidst fine fabrics and the bond with tradition.