83rd Florence International Artisan Fair

Last week while in Florence, Italy I attended the 83rd Florence International Artisan Fair. The event takes place at the Fortezza da Basso, a fort inside the walls of fourteenth century Florence. The fair consists of various pavilions including art, decor, furnishings, clothing, accessories, food and wine. The event also includes a courtyard set up of Italian street food and food trucks.

Outside the walls of Fortezza da Basso.

My first time attending the show on behalf of Camera di Commercio Firenze and PromoFirenze.

Innovative furnishings inside the first pavilion we toured.

A sculptural marble piece.

Details of a wood table.

A woven, roped like chair.

Love these marble vases.

The next exhibit we toured was inside this adorable landscaped cottage within the fortress walls.

It was called, “The Seven Wonders of Tuscany” exhibit.

Another favorite was this alabaster art piece.

I loved the vibrant color and color combination of these ceramic vases.

I actually tested out these marble loungers - and they are both comfortable and cool (cold) feeling, but in a way that felt relaxing from running around the show and feeling warm.

Green glass dishware.

A bronze sculpture.

The exhibit featured many live demonstrations, like this man painting.

A ceramic vase.

A marble lamp.

One of the other exhibits featured a mix of jewelry and handbags.

There was also artsy clothing, like this Pantone color chip skirt.

Italian street food vendors were in the outdoor pebbled courtyard.

Classic Cacio e Pepe was available at one of the food trucks.

And beers on tap!

I love how this food truck was selling “old Sicily & new food”!

Thank you to Camera di Commercio Firenze and Promo Firenze for including me to be a part of the #MeetTheArtisans international group attending this year’s fair.