Paolo Brandolisio

Step into a real piece of Venetian tradition at Paolo Brandolisio’s workshop, where gondola oars and forcole (the curved rowlocks) are still carved by hand from a single piece of cherry or walnut wood. This is more than craftsmanship, it’s centuries-old artistry, and Paolo is one of the last true masters. He supplies most of Venice’s gondoliers, keeping this beautiful tradition alive with every piece he makes.