Francis

 

  • Another historical date is marked by Francesco who on November 3, 1700 enrolled in the most noble guild in the city: "the art of silk" also known as Portarossa. It is no coincidence that Arte della Seta, belonging to the goldsmiths of the aforementioned corporation from which their "craft" of pulling very fine threads useful to be woven inside the silk drapes, making them even more precious.

  • The registration shows the opening of a shop on the Ponte Vecchio. (photo of the original Palazzo still in its place in Florence)

  • Coat of arms of the major arts (corporations). The silk with its "red holder"