What is official Zanetto?

Zanetto is a craftsmanship reality born in 1963 in Padua, Italy. In our laboratory we create, entirely by hand, home decor objects and tableware using bronze, copper, brass, silver and other noble metals.

What defines the Zanetti brand?

Strength of character defines a new tradition. The Zanetti Man is defined by his nonconformist point-of-view. He is always in motion toward a new ideal while he remains grounded in his own self. The Zanetti brand appeals to his spirit as he is driven to greatness.

Who is the Zanetti man?

The Zanetti Man is defined by his nonconformist point-of-view. He is always in motion toward a new ideal while he remains grounded in his own self. The Zanetti brand appeals to his spirit as he is driven to greatness. Enthusiasm, confidence, intelligence is the link between band and lifestyle.

What is the setting of Zanetto?

Only 40 minutes long and with cast of two singers, Zanetto was originally described by its composer as a scena lirica (lyric scene) rather than an opera. It is set in the countryside near Florence during the Renaissance and tells the story of an encounter between a beautiful courtesan, Silvia, and a young wandering minstrel, Zanetto.

When was the first performance of Zanetto?

It received its first performance on 2 March 1896 at the Liceo Musicale Rossini in Pesaro. Only 40 minutes long and with cast of two singers, Zanetto was originally described by its composer as a scena lirica (lyric scene) rather than an opera.

When was Zanetto by Rossini finished?

Mascagni finally finished Zanetto in October 1895. It was premiered on 2 March 1896 as part of the annual celebrations in honour of Rossini ‘s birthday at the Liceo Musicale Rossini in Pesaro, where Mascagni was now the director. Two of the conservatory’s students, Maria Pizzagalli and Stefania Collamarini, sang the roles of Silvia and Zanetto.