A tribute to Gustav Klimt and the splendor of 18th-century Venice.

This dress is part of the collection of Sartoria Teatrale Antonietta, a historic Florentine atelier founded in 1952 and located along the Arno River. A true guardian of the tradition of period costume, the Sartoria boasts a collection of exceptionally high-quality garments, crafted from fine materials with impeccable attention to detail.
The fabric of the dress is inspired by the background of a painting by Gustav Klimt, while the cut recalls the Venetian style of the 18th century, with its characteristic side panniers.
The dress was created for the exhibition “OOPArt – Out-of-place artifact: The impossible objects of our past”. The term OOPArt, short for out-of-place artifact, refers to archaeological finds that seem too modern for the time period in which they were discovered – like the famous crystal skulls.
We named this piece Le Murrine, as a tribute to the refined Murano glass objects and their stylistic connection to Klimt’s works.

From silk to stage, a dress that tells the artist’s story.

This dress is part of the collection of Sartoria Teatrale Antonietta, a historic Florentine atelier founded in 1952 and located along the Arno River. A true guardian of the tradition of period costume, the Sartoria boasts a collection of exceptionally high-quality garments, crafted from fine materials with impeccable attention to detail.
This dress was created for the film “The Heart and the Stone – The Life of Michelangelo”. It brings the Renaissance to life through artisanal excellence and the expressive power of fine materials.
The bodice, made of handwoven silk on the historic looms of the Lisio Rubelli company, is intentionally left without decoration: the beauty of the fabric itself—with its shimmering shades of red and gold—takes center stage. It is a living silk, moving like a flame and drawing the eye.
The wide, structured sleeves recall 16th-century fashion, adding a sense of solemnity and movement. This dress is more than just a costume—it is a visual story: a tribute to the passion, art, and genius of Michelangelo.

The Renaissance on stage for Otello in Paphos.

This dress is part of the collection of Sartoria Teatrale Antonietta, a historic Florentine atelier founded in 1952 and located along the Arno River. A true guardian of the tradition of period costume, the Sartoria boasts a collection of exceptionally high-quality garments, crafted from fine materials with impeccable attention to detail.
This dress was created for the 1996 production of “Otello” performed in Paphos, Cyprus. While the male characters were dressed in dark tones—from grey to black—to reflect the weight of their passions and guilt, Desdemona was meant to remain luminous at all times, a visual symbol of her innocence.
Inspired by a Renaissance painting, the dress is made of handwoven silk by the historic Rubelli company, with refined gold embroidery and pearls. The bodice and puffed sleeves are enriched with smooth aqua green silk inserts, a color echoed in the front panel of the skirt.
The choice of colors and materials highlights the character’s delicacy and grace, creating a strong contrast with the surrounding darkness.

The baroque elegance of a Renaissance dress.

This dress is part of the collection of Sartoria Teatrale Antonietta, a historic Florentine atelier founded in 1952 and located along the Arno River. A true guardian of the tradition of period costume, the Sartoria boasts a collection of exceptionally high-quality garments, crafted from fine materials with impeccable attention to detail.
Created for the film “Machiavelli”, this sumptuous gown was worn by Giorgia Sinicordi in the role of Lucrezia Borgia, an iconic figure of the Italian Renaissance. The dress combines historical accuracy with artisanal craftsmanship, evoking the power and refinement of the era.
The skirt is made from rich red silk by Decortex, while the bodice and sleeves, also crafted by this renowned textile company known for its historic fabrics, are made of a silk-blend damask. Adding to the opulence are intricate embroidery, golden ribbons, red stones, and hand-sewn pearls—details that reflect the theatrical richness of the Renaissance court.
This gown is more than a costume; it is a visual narrative. Every detail tells the story of Lucrezia’s complex character—caught between grace, power, and legend.

Renaissance elegance in the opera Otello.

This dress is part of the collection of Sartoria Teatrale Antonietta, a historic Florentine atelier founded in 1952 and located along the Arno River. A true guardian of the tradition of period costume, the Sartoria boasts a collection of exceptionally high-quality garments, crafted from fine materials with impeccable attention to detail.
Created in 1996 for the opera “Otello”, performed in Paphos, Cyprus, this gown marked the return of the opera to its historical setting. At the director’s request, the costumes were made with strict historical accuracy, both in materials and design.
For the main scene, Desdemona—portrayed by Katia Ricciarelli—wore a dress made of handwoven silk, produced on 17th-century looms by the historic Lisio-Rubelli company, which was still active in Florence at the time. The design was inspired by Titian’s painting “Sacred and Profane Love”.
The richness of the fabric, with subtle gold embroidery and pearl embellishments, evoked the beauty and magnificence of the Venetian Renaissance. The dress has been displayed in several international exhibitions as a symbol of Italian artisanal excellence.

Renaissance elegance inspired by Bronzino’s masterpieces.

This dress is part of the collection of Sartoria Teatrale Antonietta, a historic Florentine atelier founded in 1952 and located along the Arno River. A true guardian of the tradition of period costume, the Sartoria boasts a collection of exceptionally high-quality garments, crafted from fine materials with impeccable attention to detail.
Inspired by the famous portraits of Bronzino, official painter of the Medici court, this gown evokes the elegance of Florentine Renaissance women with great accuracy and refinement. The design, based on the lines and proportions of 16th-century noblewomen, conveys a composed solemnity typical of the period’s courtly iconography.
The bodice and skirt are made of deep red damask embroidered with gold, while the sleeves—hand-pleated velvet—add volume and depth to the silhouette, creating a play of textures that enriches the look without overwhelming it. The choice of materials and crafting techniques reflects careful historical research, aiming to recreate the authenticity of the era on screen.
The dress was worn by Manuela Arcuri in a major television production, where its strong, regal presence helped shape a female image that is both powerful and true to Renaissance visual tradition.

Tradition and culture in the heart of Florence.

This dress is part of the collection of Sartoria Teatrale Antonietta, a historic Florentine atelier founded in 1952 and located along the Arno River. A true guardian of the tradition of period costume, the Sartoria boasts a collection of exceptionally high-quality garments, crafted from fine materials with impeccable attention to detail.
This recently created gown is faithfully inspired by Renaissance fashion, elegantly reinterpreting the Italian tailoring tradition. Its classic silhouette and wide sleeves celebrate the richness of fabrics and the visual opulence of the era.
Made from fine light blue silk and San Leucio damask—a historic fabric linked to the excellence of Campania’s textile tradition—the dress is delicately embroidered with pearls and turquoise stones, enhancing its shimmer and refinement.
Today, the gown is worn by expert tour guides during exclusive visits to Palazzo Gondi, in the heart of Florence. A perfect meeting point between art, hospitality, and living history.

A 17th-century dress between faith and Spanish tradition.

This dress is part of the collection of Sartoria Teatrale Antonietta, a historic Florentine atelier founded in 1952 and located along the Arno River. A true guardian of the tradition of period costume, the Sartoria boasts a collection of exceptionally high-quality garments, crafted from fine materials with impeccable attention to detail.
This gown was created for the Corteo Storico (Historical Parade) of Porto Azzurro, on the Island of Elba, for the Festa della Madonna di Monserrato, celebrated every year on September 7th and 8th. The parade, which is in fact a religious procession, recalls the town’s Spanish origins and is one of the few events in Tuscany featuring 17th-century costumes.
The dress is made from damask fabric produced by the historic Gross company, once a leading name in decorative and upholstery textiles inspired by original iconographic sources. Gross was known for its meticulous historical research, often based directly on original paintings—such as the design used for this gown.
This dress not only adds historical authenticity to the parade, but also reflects the deep connection between religious tradition, local cultural identity, and the excellence of Italian textile craftsmanship.

A dress of art, symbolism, and historical reenactment.

This dress is part of the collection of Sartoria Teatrale Antonietta, a historic Florentine atelier founded in 1952 and located along the Arno River. A true guardian of the tradition of period costume, the Sartoria boasts a collection of exceptionally high-quality garments, crafted from fine materials with impeccable attention to detail.
This dress was made in 2008 for a historical reenactment at the Doge’s Palace in Venice. A young woman, representing the Medici family, wore this costume inspired by famous Renaissance imagery.
The design directly copies the dress worn by Eleonora di Toledo in Bronzino’s famous portrait, one of the masterpieces of Medici portraiture. The damask fabric comes from the historic Gross company, once specialized in producing decorative textiles based on original artworks, and today remembered for its high level of research and quality. The damask is paired with velvet in a matching color, creating a refined texture consistent with 16th-century fashion.
The central pattern of the fabric recalls the shape of a pomegranate, a symbol full of meanings: fertility, power, abundance, and unity in diversity. This choice adds a symbolic layer to the costume, making it not only an aesthetic reproduction but also a visual story.

A Renaissance dress between pictorial tradition and sartorial mastery.

This dress is part of the collection of Sartoria Teatrale Antonietta, a historic Florentine atelier founded in 1952 and located along the Arno River. A true guardian of the tradition of period costume, the Sartoria boasts a collection of exceptionally high-quality garments, crafted from fine materials with impeccable attention to detail.
This gown, in yellow satin damask decorated with lily motifs, is a refined homage to the Renaissance, interpreted through the creativity of Gabriella Pescucci, one of Italy’s greatest costume designers and Academy Award winner. The combination of richly patterned damask and smooth satin gives the costume a regal brilliance and a material elegance of remarkable refinement.
Inspired by the style of the great masters Botticelli and Ghirlandaio, the gown stands out for its slender silhouette and narrow sleeves, a perfect balance between historical fidelity and modern stage adaptation. Its interpretation recalls the delicacy and richness of the era, while maintaining functionality suited to the demands of performance.
Created for the television series “The Borgias”, the gown also found a natural place in the world of opera at the Opera Primaziale Pisana, underlining its artistic value and its ability to unite history, art, and live performance.