Shopping in Italy

Florence is home to a wide-range of artisans whose unique talents reflect the diverse artistic nature of the city’s rich belle arti past and present. Craftsmen such as jewellers, wood-workers, gilders, sculptors, iron-workers, paper makers and book binders, metal-smiths, and leather artisans make up the creative fabric that is integral to Florence’s renowned artistic community.

Alessandro Dari is one of those Florentine artisans whose work embodies a vast range of talent and flair for unique pieces of art. For over twenty years, Alessandro has delved into the philosophy, alchemy, history and art of jewellery making. The result is a stunning collection of works on display in his studio that embody a veritable universe in itself of his truly fantastic ideas. Every object he produces is infused with layers of stories and mysterious imaginings, such as the four seasons of rings that are designed to hold special essential oils that symbolize the essence of each season. His 'love' series is exquisite and reasonably priced considering the master artisanship that goes into each design.