Is this an art or a profession? We’re standing before Fornace Curti, a testament to centuries of craftsmanship. For over 600 years, the Fornace Curti has been a cornerstone of Milanese artistry. Its legacy began in the mid-1400s. Duke Francesco Sforza and his wife Bianca Maria Visconti commissioned the construction of the Maggiore Hospital, later the University of Milan. The Fornace Curti, owned by Giosuè Curti, a nobleman in service to the Sforzas, was entrusted with producing the tiles and bricks. Think of the grand Ca’ Granda, the intricate Certosa di Pavia, and even the Duomo di Monza – all bear the mark of Fornace Curti. The kiln has moved location four times throughout its existence. Yet, it has never strayed from the Porta Ticinese district. More importantly, the Curti family has always kept the fires burning, shaping the very fabric of Milan one brick at a time. Today, Fornace Curti isn’t just a kiln. It’s a living museum, a community. The surrounding Borgo, the brainchild of sculptor Alberto Curti, houses artists’ workshops and studios. They gather here, keeping the ancient art of Lombardy cotto, the traditional fired brick, alive. The Fornace Curti is more than a place of business. It’s a custodian of history, a beacon of artistic spirit, and a reminder that even in a bustling city like Milan, the soul of craftsmanship endures.
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