The smalti start in the ancient last historical furnace of Orsoni in Venice that still uses the same artigianal techniques to produce Venetian smalti and 24K gold mosaic since 1888

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Orsoni furnace

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The smalti are produced in large pices called "Slabs" about 30x20 cm

STUDIO WORKSHOPS

WORKING WITH SMALTI

Since over 20 years Passion 4 Mosaic is offering group workshops as well as private individual lessons. The skills of working with the beautiful Italian Venetian smalti can all be achieved under the tuition and supervision of Anna Minardo, an internationally renowned artist.

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ORSONI HISTORY

When Angelo Orsoni set out for Paris in 1889, little could he have guessed at the success his courageous, original idea was to bring him. With his strong and resolute air, at the age of forty, he was taking a crucial gamble: showing the world that, alongside the most avant-garde techniques and within the vast enclosures of the Great Exhibition in Paris, the ancient and noble medium – mosaic could have be assigned a place of honor. His success was enormous! He presented a multicolored panel created for his sample collection of smalti and gold mosaic which immediately acquired artistic status and was considered a sign of its maker’s genius.

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Mosaic by Anna Minardo created with smalti and marble 60x60cm Private collection Melbourne

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  • This has become my new favorite medium. The colors are true and I love cut to fit. Becomes very individual and unique.

    Mexican smalti

    26/12/2023

  • Loved the color and the finish of all the smallish but the brownstone, chocolate and sienna were perfect for my birdhouse!

    Great tiles!

    26/12/2023

  • I love working with both Mexican and Italian smalti. Worth the price. So many wonderful colors and easy to cut.

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    26/12/2023

  • These solid color china shards are a very welcome addition to the tiles you sell. I especially like this shade of blue.

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    26/12/2023

  • The color on the website reflects the actual color of the glass very well.
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