Kate Young’s Italian Holiday in Florence, Rome, and Tuscany | Vogue
"While in Tuscany, I also had to visit the town of Voltera, for two reasons—the film Twilight was filmed there, and it’s known for its alabaster. There’s one main street in the tiny, ancient walled city and it’s lined with multiple alabaster shops, some with artisans actually carving inside, and there are gorgeous candlesticks, eggs, and sculptures—but I had my eye on the set of grapes." - Kate Young
Loved our time here! The owner was very friendly and shipped our items back to the USA for us. They arrived about 3 days after we got home. They have a bathroom which is the reason we even walked in. My chessboard was a great addition to my study.
Adrienne C.
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There are many alabaster shops and workshops in Volterra and all of them are fun to visit! But Rossi is a must-stop shop. Their selection of items for sale come from multiple different artists and are beautiful! You can find anything from €3 - €3500. So it fits for all budgets and styles. The staff running the shop were really helpful and fun! There is also a workshop directly next door where you can see how alabaster is carved. Just be thoughtful about leaving a euro or two in the plate for the artist. Check it out while you’re in Volterra!
Alan T.
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A good visit with lathe turning of the calcium sulphate stone.
Yes, it is a sales pitch, but I appreciated the demonstration and purchased some alabaster.
franko R.
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Took this photos in 35mm in 2021!!! Hope il Maestro Franco still doing wonderful alabrastra!
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This is what I found out….completely randomly….I’m not an expert of sculpture….but this workshop is amazing
Rick J.
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THE PLACE to go for alabaster when visiting Volterra. That is all.
Odessa T.
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Very cool place to visit, they have some incredibly beautiful alabaster creations. There's something for everyone at every price range.