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The Foundation is based
in the beautiful hills which surround the city of Florence  Map
 The
Foundation was set up in 1971 by Fidalma Lisio, the daughter
of Giuseppe Lisio, who, on her father's death was left the most
famous manufacture of hand-woven silks
in Italy. It now attracts a specialist staff of technicians,
weavers, historians and teachers.
The main aim of the Fondazione Lisio is to ensure the survival
of the finest hand-weaving techniques, especially of the velvets
and brocades of the Italian Renaissance.
Study Centre
The Foundation offers the chance to study the finest weaving
techniques, the effects produced in historic weaves and their
possible application today
Education
The foundation promotes the understanding of historic and modern
weaving through specialised courses and publications.
Production
Traditionally inspired and totally modern textiles are designed
and created at the Foundation. As the Fondazione Lisio is a non-profit
making institution everything is reinvested in the activities
of the Foundation.
Map of Florence showing
the Fondazione Lisio
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