Set of 6 Venezia 1600 bread and butter plates

According to tradition, the founding of the city of Venice dates back to 25 March 421, the day on which, according to the ancient 11th-century Chronicon Altinate, the first stone was laid, beginning the settlement of the Rivus Altus or Rialto area (an island slightly higher than the others), together with the consecration of the Church of San Giacometo.

Indeed, in the early 400s Italy was overrun by barbarians, and the lagoon was an ideal place of refuge, as the invaders usually travelled on horseback.

In 2021 Venice therefore celebrates its 1600-year anniversary ab urbe condita.

The historic Venetian brand Geminiano Cozzi Venezia 1763 has decided to take part in the celebrations by dedicating a special, exclusive and refined collection to the city.

The Gothic architecture of Venice's prestigious palaces, with Byzantine and Oriental influences, is a wonder unique in the world: the Ca' D'Oro and the Palazzo Ducale are masterpieces and symbols of the city of Venice. Here, the balconies and friezes of their façades and loggias are reproduced on cups, mugs and trays in the typical Venetian iron red.

Palazzo Ducale decoration