Scuola Mosaicisti del Friuli

The Scuola Mosaicisti del Friuli, Mosaic School of Friuli, in Spilimbergo, was founded by Lodovico Zanini and Ezio Cantarutti in 1922, in the wake of World War I, to offer young people the opportunity to study and learn a craft. Spilimbergo presented a perfect place to do so, given its deep-rooted tradition in mosaic and terrazzo dating back to Roman times. Mosaic works from Spilimbergo have adorned monuments and streets throughout the world for centuries. Today, the professional school aims to give meaning to this rich history as well as provide space for contemporary issues and solutions, stimulating research, innovation, creativity and participation. The pedagogical cursus of the school stands out for the experience of its teachers and the skills of its students.

The pedagogical cursus of the school stands out for the experience of its teachers and the skills of its students. During a three-year programme, students can learn and develop this millennial technique through theoretical and practical courses.

Today, the Mosaic School of Friuli, managed by a consortium of local authorities, is a world-renowned reference point for the training of professionals and the dissemination of the art of mosaic. The goal is to combine the maintenance of tradition with innovation. The aim is therefore to experiment and research, especially in the field of street furniture and interiors. In recent years the school has opened up across the board, happily confronting various sectors: from architecture to design, and from contemporary art to restoration.

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