The tradition of openwork steel
In 1750 an edict of Charles III King of Naples prohibited the manufacture of cutting weapons. The artisans of Campobasso were forced to convert their production, so they start making and decorating kitchen knives. Quickly the openwork steel industry became flourishing and the products were exported all over Europe. At the beginning of the twentieth century, thanks to the workshop of the Tucci family, steel becomes the opportunity to develop an urban decoration inspired by art nouveau. Consequently, Campobasso quickly became an elegant and welcoming town: balconies, benches, gates and wrought iron street lamps that take graceful forms and delicate shapes in the hands of local skilled craftsmen.
Piazzetta Palombo Campobasso - Italy/Campobasso/Molise
Tourist experience: Tour of the workshops
Spoken languages: Italian
Experience duration: Half an hour
Less than 20 min by walk from the nearest accommodation, car parking or bus station
Accessibility: Public square with no limitations to access
Cultural material heritage: Historical centre, Industrial patrimony
Cultural immaterial heritage: Handicrafts (such as embroidery, carving), Traditional work
Hidden intangible patrimony: Building practices, Family tales
Experiences: Showing around
Form filler: Michele Fratino