The Guardian of Ancient Renaissance Techniques 

Silvia Salvadori is a painter and an art conservator whose main creative mission is respecting accurately the Tuscan artistic tradition. 

Founder of the so called Bottega d’Arte Toscana, with two studios located in Arezzo and Monte  San Savino, she has dedicated years to the study as well as to the application of painting  techniques from the Middle Ages and the Renaissance, according to the principles included in  the well-known “Libro dell’Arte” by Cennino Cennini, the ultimate manual for fourteenth 

century painters. 

In her activity, Silvia uses historical natural pigments, gold leaf, hand-prepared panels and authentic materials, faithfully recreating the artistic performance of the golden centuries of  Italian art. Her works include not only philological reproductions of medieval and Renaissance  masterpieces, but also some original panels inspired by sacred, symbolic, and naturalistic  themes that interact with the ancient iconography using a contemporary approach. 

Her activity is a rare and expert example of intellectual artistic craftsmanship, where technical  precision, historical research and poetic inspiration come together in a single gesture. Each  painting, panel, or altarpiece is the result of a deep knowledge of materials and processes: starting from the use of the egg tempera to the background’s chalk, up to gilding and engraving. 

Her workshop located in Via Bicchieraia in Arezzo is open by appointment and offers an  immersive experience for anyone wishing to explore the secrets of ancient painting.  

The direct contact with the artist, the tools of the trade, the work in progress pieces and the technical explanations all contribute to create a special moment for the visitor.  

In this space, time slows down to give space to a peaceful rhythm, made up of precise gestures,  creative silence and living memory. The visit is particularly appreciated by art enthusiasts,  cultural tourists, schools and curious travelers, who find here a tangible bridge between  historical heritage and the present time. 

Where to meet her and see her workshop 

Bottega d’Arte Toscana Studio and Workshop Via Bicchieraia, 24 – Arezzo 

Visits by appointment to discover ancient painting techniques and original artworks.

Contact 

website: www.bottegadartetoscana.it cellphone: +39 349 654214