Orsoni’s History
In the heart of Venice , in the old Cannaregio district, you will find the Orsoni foundry. One step over the threshold is enough to take you back in time. The fire, the oven, the ceramic melting pots, each nook and cranny reveals a part of the legendary tradition of making mosaic glass. The history of Orsoni is a unique heritage, passed down through for generations of artisans and craftsmen.
Architectural structures
The family name of Orsoni is linked to the realisation of several important architectural structures all over the world:
The Sacre Coeur Basilica in Parijs
St. Paul’s Cathedral in Londen
Sagrada Familia in Barcelona
De San Mrco Basilica in Venice
Color Library
The famous Orsoni “Color Library” with its almost endless amount of colors, is the silent witness of the their love for mosaic art and combining light and color.
This special, high quality material is used by grandmasters all over the world for creating beautiful art that stands the test of time.