The Origins of Fine Fabrics in Venice
This is the story of how Venetian textile art developed luxury upholstery and clothing fabrics such as silk-made “clothes of gold” and “alto-basso” velvets.
Handmade velvet for the restoration of the Dresden Royal Palace
An impressive restoration, with the contribution of Tessitura Bevilacqua handmade velvets, has brought back the Dresden Royal Palace to its former glory.
Athena and Arachne: the myth and the art of weaving in Venice
Textile art, which is a symbol of industriousness and mastery of humankind, once caused the fury of an envious goddess.
Warper: a piece of history still at work
Our weaving mill uses a machine which is as old and as important as our looms: the warper. We’re going to tell you what it is in this article
Red: a history of home decor’s warmest colour
What did red mean to ancient peoples? And which role did Venice play in the spread of red textiles? Find it out in this article!
Bauhaus: 100 years of masterpieces
The architecture and design school Bauhaus deeply influenced European designers and one of our furnishing velvets with a modern pattern: here’s why
Joanna Lumley’s Silk Road Adventure
The enthusiasm of Joanna Lumley, fascinated by her visit to Tessitura Bevilacqua, in this video taken from the first episode of her new TV series.