San Niccolò District Of Florence

Posted by Bettina Schindler-Pratesi | January 08, 2009

Category: Travel Tips

I work in the old San Niccolò district of Florence, surrounded by workshops belonging to the city’s most talented and creative artists. San Niccolò is the essence of artisan Florence, and I love being part of the inventiveness, imagination and traditions that have flourished for centuries in our narrow streets and alleys. I am a Restoration Specialist, and when you wander into my workshop I’ll share with you the secrets of my work.

Antiques are my life – and I play a very special part in their lives. Ivory, bone, mother-of-pearl, horn, wood and many other natural materials need loving attention every century or so to survive – and I’ll happily share my craft!