Please enable JS and disable any ad blocker Sarnico Arcidiavolo GT - the seakeeping of a monohull What they say “The Arcidiavolo GT concept boat from Cantieri di Sarnico will become a production boat and a raceboat.” Designed by powerboating legend Sonny Levi the hull is said to combine the seakeeping of a monohull Twin Yanmar turbo diesels on the leisure version give a claimed top speed of 59 knots with optional go-faster metallic paint and custom graphics to make sure everyone notices Sarnico say the craft can be “enriched and refined” with accessories like leather upholstery cabrio tops and a cabin in the bows with heads window._taboolaSlots=window._taboolaSlots||[];window._taboolaSlots.push({"mode":"thumbnails-a-mid","container":"taboola-mid-article","placement":"Mid Article","target_type":"mix"}); with stainless steel propellers and helmets branded with the Arcidiavolo logo The 80-knot race version is powered by twin 850hp Mercury engines but unfortunately you need to be a licenced pilot to drive it This is a catamaran up front with a single planing hull aft that was first unveiled as a one-off concept at the 2007 Genoa Boat Show Now the Italian builders are going into production with both a raceboat and a 'street' version for us leisure boaters to enjoy An electric engine from the 70s and a steam engine from 1932 to push: this is how the Sebino Express started from the vaults of the central Milan station amidst the comings and goings of ultra-modern trains An electric engine from the 70s and a steam engine from 1932 to push: this is how the Sebino Express one of the 400 historic trains recovered by the Ferrovie dello Stato Foundation which today made its journey with a load of tourists and emotions towards Paratico Sarnico via Palazzolo sull'Oglio: twelve kilometers at the foot of the Camonica valley among the vineyards of Franciacorta in a journey that was the praise of slowness and the rediscovery of a way of traveling from other times The "hundred doors" carriage with wooden seats in second class green velvets in first class and studded carriages and then her the steam locomotive that swallows a quintal of coal into its boiler every five kilometres A clean coal - explains the director general of the Fondazione Ferrovie Luigi Cantamessa - washed and which does not release fine dust “This line – explains Cantamessa – was opened in 1876 and hasn't seen regular travelers since 1967 when the last railcar Paratico Sarnico Bergamo closed the era of this marginal section The section has been saved and is one of those to be exploited together with the lakes tickets are always sold out immediately after they have just been put on sale" on the Palazzolo sull'Oglio - Paratico Sarnico first in Italy panoramic carriages that end at the window line with wooden benches "The first two specimens have already been manufactured in the Rimini major repair workshops they will go back and forth at 30 kilometers per hour making you enjoy the 12 kilometers of the Palazzolo Paratico Sarnico" "Without the Lombardy Region - he underlined - we would not be able to support it economically" which has been rediscovered and pleases: Every year 300 travelers travel along the old railways tourists of all ages: the elderly who remember the journeys of many years ago and young people who want to rediscover the charm of another way of moving with the smell of coal that creeps into the carriage and the history that pervades the carriages used during the Second World War also to transport the wounded also the regional councilors Franco Lucente councilor for transport and sustainable mobility Claudia Maria Terzi (Infrastructure and public works) and Barbara Mazzali (tourism "An important support - explains councilor Lucente - which will not be lacking in the next few years so that this mix between tourism and local public transport continues to work to give users the opportunity to get to know the beauties of Lombardy" "The importance of this project - he continued - is the growth it has had over the years: 2019 was a good year with 21 races today we have 38 percent more than the previous year and this means that it is a project that deserves to be supported” “The tourist who comes to Lombardy – underlined Mazzali – seeks sensory emotions and this solution gives the possibility of accompanying the tourist to less famous but no less beautiful places We need to use Milan as a driving force for all the other provinces that have the real added value of great excellence with the famous Lombard style that tourists are looking for today a further project that can be combined with major events is also welcome because these means of transport are appreciated above all by foreign tourists who are arriving: Americans and Chinese" "The historic train is an emotional journey that makes you rediscover the spaces of the territories that have also changed by the arrival of the historic trains: over the years we have seen the territories where the trains pass evolve because they carry a load of passengers who want to discover the area with the trips made in connection with the navigation service At the beginning the trips were sporadic - concluded the councilor - but from 2018 it was decided to make them structural and year after year the interest has grown" Ferretti Group is expanding its School of Trades project to Sarnico and Mondolfo targeting individuals aged 18 to 29 looking to enter the Italian yacht industry This expansion comes in response to the Group's growing production needs and the demand for specialized labor in crafting luxury yachts Ferretti Group announced: “One of the greatest strengths of the Italian yacht industry is the unparalleled skill of its workforce experience and knowledge to be found nowhere else in the world This is why our Scuola dei Mestieri project is so important to us because more and more owners want our yachts and we need to meet their demands while maintaining the high standards that make us unique." The School of Trades blends theoretical and practical learning at construction sites. This training path spans from classrooms to laboratories and practical work within production departments its primary goal is to facilitate knowledge transfer and enhance the company's expertise Following the successful completion of the first course held in Forlì the training program will expand to include Sarnico and Mondolfo participants will collaborate with the Salesiani Don Bosco training centre and CFP Zanardelli focusing on three critical areas of the construction site: mechanics and plant engineering a partnership will be formed with the w.academy business school specialising in training and job placement to prepare trainees for roles as mechanics and nautical engine/plumbing engineers Ferretti SpA delivered directly from The Superyacht Group's editors and market analysts Stay at the forefront of the superyacht industry with SuperyachtNewsweek Chief Commercial Officer, Ferretti Group on the latest technologies in sustainable yachting and marketing to a new generation of owners New details on the 70m steel and aluminium custom motoryacht currently under construction at the Ancona yard Tim Clarke explains how recent survey results illustrate that yachts need to improve training options if they are going to retain quality crew The maritime youth charity had over 10,000 beneficiaries in its 2022/2023 training programmes Busy order book contributes to Group’s strong performance figures Present at the bell-ringing ceremony in Milan was the top management of the luxury-yacht company Please select exactly what you would like to receive from us by ticking the boxes below: SEARCHThe global authority in superyachting The first new model from Sarnico since the passing of Carlo Riva is strongly influenced by the great Italian designer’s legacy writes Boat International Media CEO Chris Downham_..._ It's not often that I get out of the office to go to the launch of a new model; there are people better qualified than me to look at new boats and often other commitments make it a bit tricky and so when the invite came in to go to the premier of the new Rivale 56 and I had a couple of days window there were no good reasons not to go and lots of positive ones to schedule in the trip the opportunity to make my first pilgrimage to the Riva facility and its spiritual home in Sarnico was not one to be missed Riva’s base is about 90 minutes drive west of Milan on the shores of Lake Iseo but a world away from the hustle and bustle of Italy's finance and fashion heartland It is a picturesque holiday town but with a manufacturing base; Riva has been building boats around here for 175 years and the facility is part working production line part sales room and all historic epicentre for the Riva brand The launch formed one element of a night that can only be described as a full on party In true Italian style it was done with a combination of showmanship and passion Ferretti Group doesn't seem capable of doing things by halves bringing in Massimo Bottura from the three Michelin star Osteria Francescana in Modena to provide the catering a top quality DJ to spin tunes into the small hours and rolling in the launch of an Abarth Fiat 500 695 Rivale limited edition (with a claimed top speed of 140mph) as part of the programme And that’s not to mention Ferretti Group CEO Alberto Galassi taking to the stage later in the evening to perform a very competent rendition of The Eagles’ Hotel California Following that segment I found myself reviewing my own parameters for what the role of a CEO is was undoubtedly the arrival of the new 17 metre Riva motor yacht revealing its name as Rivale 56 — a moniker inherited from earlier model The boat appeared from behind a large floating mirrored box (complete with eight avant grade dancers) which divided in two for the boat to emerge through just as the musical medley culminated in the Duran Duran classic A View To A Kill If you are going to launch a quintessentially Italian boat in an Italian shipyard and a few hundred of your closest friends partying until the early hours as we arrived sore-headed the following morning for a first look on board the Rivale 56 itself The overall impression is of a pocket superyacht With a full-beam master and a generous guest cabin plus a day head and a further space for either crew accommodation or bunks — it's pretty extensive for a 17 metre soft furnishings were provided by Ivano Redaelli and Van Besouw including tartan blankets and wall-to-wall carpets Specification and headroom are high throughout with everything from high-gloss mahogany panelling in the galley through to the on-deck barbecue providing a sense of generosity and luxury living Everything is of course much more compact than on a larger boat but it feels well thought out and with a clear vision of how the boat will be used for weekends exploring Italian coastal waters The Riva brand heritage shines through, as the Rivale 56 is full of reminders of its distinguished antecedents. Take the stainless steel horn on the foredeck for example — styled specifically for this boat and but inspired by the same feature on 1960s Riva models. The Ferretti Group team is confident in the Rivale 56, and expects to be able to deliver around eight to ten per year. With prices starting at €1,800,000, it seems an attractive proposition, and one that fits in with the Riva legacy. I imagine Carlo would be proud. SubscribeSign up to our newslettersSign up to BOAT International email newsletters to get the latest superyacht news Boat International Media Ltd © 2008 - 2025 Content presented under the "BOAT Presents" logo is an advertising feature and Boat International Limited has been paid to include this content Please upgrade your browser to improve your experience From the Cantieri Riva boatyard to roads that wind their way through vineyards and historic villages the region between Brescia and Lake Iseo celebrates the past present and future of cars and boats alike you’ll find centres of excellence and extraordinarily scenic routes many of which are dotted with top-quality Michelin-starred restaurants The world’s most sought-after classic motorboats roads that twist and turn through beautiful countryside and the sculpted bodywork of extraordinary collections of vintage cars all combine to make the Franciacorta region an ideal destination for high-end tourism The area’s wine production and fine cuisine add extra appeal to the many routes that wend their way from gentle lakeside landscapes to spectacular winding ascents attracting large numbers of motorbike riders as well as contemporary and classic car enthusiasts all of whom are in search of unique motoring experiences Driving through Franciacorta’s historical and natural landscapes panoramic roads offer interesting historical with one of the most spectacular routes being the SP48 that links the village of Iseo to Gardone Val Trompia The ascent is comparable to an Alpine pass from where you can admire the glacial waters of the lake and the farmland below as well as the silhouettes of old stone villages such as Lovere and Riva di Solto Perhaps take a break from driving with an enjoyable boat trip from Sulzano to Monte Isola home to the region’s renowned dried sardines (a Slow Food Presidium) and just a stone’s throw from the yards of a major Italian motorboat and yacht manufacturer that makes for a fascinating visit The Riva company’s boatyard – a focus on style Founded in 1842 by shipwright Pietro Riva, Cantieri Riva in Sarnico has played an important role in boating history thanks to its timeless design of wooden motorboats such as the Aquarama and Rivarama models From its earliest successes in yacht racing in the 1930s to its status as an iconic brand during the Fellini “Dolce Vita” period and the more recent introduction of its exclusive the Riva brand has always symbolised elegance If you visit the company’s historic headquarters in Sarnico (designed by Carlo Riva and now a protected building under the auspices of the Sovrintendenza ai Beni Ambientali organisation) you can admire the sinuous silhouettes of vintage boats with their chrome instrumentation and soft pastel upholstery https://guide.michelin.com/enVintage car rallies and Michelin restaurants The lure of vintage cars is not, however, restricted to driving events alone. Since 1975, the Luzzago dealership at 65 Via della Mandolossa on the outskirts of Brescia has built its reputation on the restoration and sale of classic cars Its exhibition space houses cars dating from the early 20C alongside more modern vehicles including vintage Ferraris and highly-sought-after models such as the Mercedes SL 190 1936 Triumph Vitesse Gloria Southern Cross Driving a Michelin Pilot Sport on the Franciacorta racetrack If you’re keen to experience track-driving first hand, head to the Porsche Experience Center Franciacorta where the many activities on offer include the chance to drive a 911 GT3 fitted with high-performance Michelin Pilot Sport Cup 2 tyres visitors can try their hand at various low-friction activities at the wheel of other cars from Porsche’s Zuffenhausen factory or perhaps test-drive its latest electric models and an exhibition of historic and latest-generation race and road cars as well as a restaurant overlooking the track Illustration image: Luzzago's collection - Credit Luzzago Giornalista dal 2004 con Laurea e Master in Storia e Relazioni Internazionali presso la LSE visita i sette continenti e approfondisce ogni giorno la sua passione per cucina hotellerie di charme e tradizioni del territorio italiano From listening bars to neighbourhood restaurants explore all the top recommendations from Chishuru’s Adejoké Bakare One of the most prominent chefs serving Indian cuisine talks India and his New York these splurge-worthy hotels have the design and prestige to rival even that most historic of city landmarks The first hotel on this list is just 20 minutes from Florence From vineyards to infinity pools and farm-to-table restaurants every one of these 14 Tuscan classics is within two hours of the city destination partner for the MICHELIN Guide Italia 2025 With its range of innovative solutions to facilitate more mindful travel that has less of an impact on the environment – including state-of-the-art tyres for cars which remains an invaluable source of reliable advice – MICHELIN contributes to making each and every one of your journeys more enjoyable From Michelin-starred and Bib Gourmand restaurants to charming residences nestled in the beautiful Italian countryside the MICHELIN Guide helps make your travels even more special wine-producers and Consortium members reveal their favourite places and hidden gems in the Franciacorta region The intoxicating nuances of Franciacorta wines over the centuries and a strong wine tradition in a region with a unique microclimate Not only is the Franciacorta region home to excellent food and wine beautiful vineyards and charming tourist sights dotted between Brescia and the shores of Lake Iseo it also boasts a rich artistic heritage and a vibrant arts and crafts tradition white and rosé wines include many different grape varieties and methods of production and provide the perfect accompaniment to the region’s cuisine It has been suggested that the unusual name of this region lying between Brescia and Lake Iseo is a reference to France (Francia in Italian) although another interpretation favours the idea that the area was once a corte franca or a free zone exempt from the payment of taxes to the monks who cultivated the land here Non-members can add the privileges at checkout through our 30 day free trial By continuing I accept the Terms & Condition and Privacy Policy. I would like to receive Newsletter from MICHELIN Guide Save lists of your favorite restaurants & hotels The world\u2019s most sought-after classic motorboats The area\u2019s wine production and fine cuisine add extra appeal to the many routes that wend their way from gentle lakeside landscapes to spectacular winding ascents Driving through Franciacorta\u2019s historical and natural landscapes home to the region\u2019s renowned dried sardines (a Slow Food Presidium) and just a stone\u2019s throw from the yards of a major Italian motorboat and yacht manufacturer that makes for a fascinating visit The Riva company\u2019s boatyard \u2013 a focus on style Founded in 1842 by shipwright Pietro Riva, Cantieri Riva in Sarnico has played an important role in boating history thanks to its timeless design of wooden motorboats such as the Aquarama and Rivarama models From its earliest successes in yacht racing in the 1930s to its status as an iconic brand during the Fellini \u201cDolce Vita\u201d period and the more recent introduction of its exclusive If you visit the company\u2019s historic headquarters in Sarnico (designed by Carlo Riva and now a protected building under the auspices of the Sovrintendenza ai Beni Ambientali organisation) The lure of vintage cars is not, however, restricted to driving events alone. Since 1975, the Luzzago dealership at 65 If you\u2019re keen to experience track-driving first hand, head to the Porsche Experience Center Franciacorta visitors can try their hand at various low-friction activities at the wheel of other cars from Porsche\u2019s Zuffenhausen factory the man behind some of the world's most iconic boat designs Legendary yachting entrepreneur Carlo Riva Riva was born in Sarnico in 1922 where he still resided before his death and at a young age he joined the Riva family business which was founded by his great-grandfather Pietro in 1842 In 1954 he opened the new Riva futuristic shipyard which he organised based on a modern and innovative production structure It was during this time that Mr Riva transformed how boats were seen not simply as a method of transport for goods and people but he saw craft as an object of pleasure and luxury The Master shipbuilder transformed the Riva brand into a veritable status symbol with models such as  Tritone He said of the latter: “It was designed with love and is strong and pure like a thoroughbred horse Riva’s boats became very popular with celebrities and royalty alike Brigitte Bardot and Paul Belmondo were just some of the famous fans of the craft all wanting a slice of the Italian dolce vita.Mr Carlo Riva always showed his forward thinking and innovative streak and in 1969 he created the first fibreglass boat The entrepreneur decided to leave the shipyard in 1972 to concentrate on working on the International Tourist Port of Rapallo in the northern Italian coastal region Liguria The port was dedicated to him in 1975 and it still bears Riva’s name In 2005 he was conferred the title of Personnalité de la Mer Prince Albert II of Monaco said in a press release: “Carlo Riva has left us The world has lost a brilliant creator of boats a giant in Italy’s industrial and business history “To me this is a personal loss of a master His vision and inexhaustible energy make him the leading personality in the 20th century yachting world a man whose extraordinary creations have already become legends “Carlo Riva’s boats will always be the finest in the world A source of inspiration to all of us who feel a strong sense of responsibility for the stewardship of and for taking forward into the future the leading brand in the world of yachting.” carlo riva, pioneering engineer of luxury boat manufacturer riva yacht the history of riva began in 1842 with its founder pietro riva a carpenter who moved to the italian town of sarnico the company’s reins were eventually passed on to ernesto and serafino riva before finally ending up in the hands of pietro’s great-grandson carlo riva in the 1950s carlo — originally an engineer — was driven by an endless passion for boats and the family business since he was a child through his powerful vision for the company carlo became responsible for creating the well-known ‘riva-style’ boat — a distinctive aesthetic that has become synonymous around the world with elegance and impeccable taste.  small models of the classic boats are on display image © designboom throughout the 1950s and 1960s, the riva boatyard became internationally successful with motorboats produced by carlo riva. carlo created a series of wooden yachts characterized by unmistakable design features one of which was the ‘ariston’ of which he says was ‘designed with love born pure and strong like a pedigree horse models like the ‘tritone’ (the first two-engine yacht), the ‘sebino’ (which marked the beginning of series production) all characterized by a meticulous attention to detail and craftsmanship expertise the vessels’ distinctive design qualities made many of riva’s creations the object of desire for movie stars and aristocracy.  carlo was also responsible for designing the company’s boatyard his vision for the building was meant to mimic the feeling of being in a boat and looking out of the observation deck designboom was invited to visit and tour the riva boatyard in sarnico — see images from inside the legendary site the dashboard of the ‘super ariston’, built between 1960 and 1976 image © designboom a bird’s-eye view of ‘super florida’ and its lobster orange and cream upholstery image © designboom cleat details of the ‘aquarama’ – the cleat is metal hardware in which a rope can be fastened image © designboom a vintage photo of the ‘aquarama’ image courtesy of riva brigitte bardot taking a ‘junior’ for a ride in saint-tropez image courtesy of riva  riva’s vintage advertising image courtesy of riva a drawing showing the inner-workings of the ‘tritone’  image © designboom sketches of mechanical functions of the ‘aquarama’  image © designboom classic riva colors — white and turquoise — define the boatyard image © designboom AXOR presents three bathroom concepts that are not merely places of function but destinations in themselves — sanctuaries of style There are no gates at the entrance to the forecourt of the Riva shipyard in Sarnico Almost as if to hint at the link between the local area and one of its centres of excellence which was set up on the Bergamo side of Lake Iseo in 1954 That year marked a turning point in its boat-making activities a business that began 180 years ago this year Which is not the only anniversary now being celebrated: 2022 is the centenary of the birth of Carlo Riva the brilliant entrepreneur who exactly 60 years ago created a nautical legend: Aquarama the speedboat that is the very epitome of Italian style a marvel of inventiveness and craftsmanship And we have all seen at least one of them at the cinema with the arrival of CEO Alberto Galassi in 2014 Riva enjoyed a second youth while staying true to the values that made it such a success in the first place: quality “It’s a brand that belongs to everyone,” says Alberto Galassi who has loved the brand since he was boy (“If it didn’t exist I wouldn’t be here,” he adds) “It was a symbol of Italy’s rebirth after the war it stirs the emotions of the same kind of influential people from actresses to Formula One drivers.” It might seem something of a cliché to compare a Riva to a Ferrari and yet its iconic logo is printed on the helmets and cars of Ferrari teammates Leclerc and Sainz (who of course both own one) The affinity between the two Italian gems has been further emphasised by the fact that the Product Strategy Committee is led by Piero Ferrari That is a valuable support for designer Mauro Micheli who together with Sergio Beretta founded Officina Italiana Design the studio that is the exclusive designer of the entire fleet In 2004 the historic boatyard was joined by a second one in La Spezia where yachts with lengths of more than 20 metres are made Ten years later Riva Superyacht Division opened in Ancona that makes vessels in steel Carlo’s spirit and tastes live on in the Sarnico boatyard “On the occasion of this triple celebration in a limited edition of just 18 units: one will be kept in the Riva museum and six of the other 16 have already been sold and website in this browser for the next time I comment The new SD96 three-deck yacht by Sanlorenzo honours the long tradition.. Abitare.it e Style.corriere.it rifiutando tutti i cookie di profilazione ad eccezione di quelli tecnici necessari Naviga il sito di Abitare.it con pubblicità profilata e senza abbonarti By subscribing you will reject all but technical cookies on Iodonna.it By clicking "accept" you will allow to process your personal data by us and third parties and be able to browse Abitare.it website without a subscription Riva's original shipyard at Sarnico on Lake Iseo The home of Riva Yacht’s superyacht division on the shores of the Ligurian Sea has been transformed by Studio Manfroni e Associati di La Spezia The remodelling and expansion of Riva Yacht’s headquarters and shipyard in La Spezia has just been completed to a design by Studio Manfroni e Associati di La Spezia (MMAA) The historic boatbuilder – which had its origins in the sleek motorboats designs of Carlo Riva – is now part of the Ferretti Group with a range that runs from the iconic Aquariva series through to bespoke Superyachts in the 50m + category The company divides its production between two key sites just outside Bergamo on the shores of Lake Iseo This facility originally opened in 1842 by Carlo Riva’s great grandfather and was the nexus of wooden-hulled motorboat production from the 1950s onwards This is Riva Yachts’ other production facility in La Spezia originally opened in 2004 to cater for the far larger boats built under the Riva name after the Ferretti acquisition in 2000 adding it to a portfolio that includes Mochi Craft MMAA have expanded their original design for the site with two new large structures facing the sea as well as a new winter garden overlooking the sea The two new buildings are connected by a bridge across the docks The site itself runs to over 32,000 square metres and required extensive work to re-shape the coast to accommodate the docks and a special lift basin This stretch of the Ligurian Riveria is home to many shipyards including Sanlorenzo Yachts and the Italian Sea Group All the workspaces have a direct view onto the water with the two covered docks allowing boats to be serviced throughout the year One is given over to the final stages of production deep blues and aquamarines are prominently deployed Mario Manfroni established his studio in 1986 The firm has extensive maritime experience building marinas as well as shipyards and other industrial projects Riva Yachts’ most recent launches were the Riva 88’ Folgore and Riva 110’ Dolcevita the latter a substantial superyacht with five guest cabins a far cry from the compact Aquaramas of the 1960s escapism and design stories from around the world direct to your inbox StudioManfroni.it Riva-Yacht.com Jonathan Bell has written for Wallpaper* magazine since 1999 covering everything from architecture and transport design to books He is now the magazine’s Transport and Technology Editor He is also the host of Wallpaper’s first podcast The Gianni Bellini Art Gallery in Sarnico (Bergamo) hosts from May 19 to September 3 Masterpieces from the Johannesburg Art Gallery curated by Simona Bartolena and Massimo Rossi in collaboration with Associazione Il Ponte di Sarnico under the patronage of the Municipality of Sarnico the exhibition aims to remember Nelson Mandela on the occasion of the 10th anniversary of his death.Sixty works from the prestigious South African art gallery which opened to the public in 1910 and boasts a heritage of great artistic value Its collection includes artists such as Courbet spanning more than a century of international art history from the mid-nineteenth century to the latter twentieth century The narrative ideally begins with the English nineteenth century and two works by William Turner and continues with Alma-Tadema’s painting a refined and melancholy scene set in a dark and imaginative Egypt and with the works of two of the major exponents of the Pre-Raphaelites John Everett Millais and Dante Gabriel Rossetti whose masterpiece with whom the painter lived an ’intense yet ill-fated love affair which ended with the woman’s probable suicide The exhibition continues with a large section devoted to the achievements of late 19th-century painting and opens with those painters who chose a new approach to the real in painting Gustave Courbet with a foreshortening of the Norman cliffs of Étretat introduced by authors such as Eugéne Boudin and Johan Barthold Jongkind is represented by Edgar Degas(Two Ballerinas) The exhibition tour continues with some protagonists of the post-Impressionist scene: Paul Cézanne(The Bathers) Crossing the threshold of the twentieth century one encounters the works of Henri Matisse and Pablo Picasso which open to the new instances of contemporary art There is no shortage of exponents of the second half of the century: the British Francis Bacon and Henry Moore and the two protagonists of American pop art Robert Lichtenstein and Andy Warhol whose triptych dedicated to Joseph Beuys is presented Ideally closing the exhibition is the section that investigates art developed in South Africa in the 20th century it is possible here to admire the works of Maggie Laubser one of the exponents of South African expressionism painters with strong interests in the social sphere who recount the country’s traditions but also urban life and the reality of Apartheid The exhibition gives the public an opportunity to discover the fascinating history of the Johannesburg Art Gallery Principal player in the birth and formation of the museum collection was Lady Florence Phillips wife of mining magnate Sir Lionel Phillips A woman of great charm (as evidenced by her portrait convinced that her city should have an art museum she persuaded her husband and a number of industrial magnates to invest in the project Lady Phillips sold a blue diamond given to her by her husband to purchase the early work another great personality of the Anglo-Saxon cultural scene the museum has presented a selection of works of extraordinary quality and modernity a nucleus that has been enriched over the years by new acquisitions and donations For info: www.vidicultural.com Hours: Thursday and Friday from 4 to 7 p.m.; Saturday and Sunday from 10 a.m reduced 10 euros for over 65s and students on Sunday the U17s celebrated a 3-1 on-the-road triumph over Como courtesy of Percassi Ciapini and Damiano -in addition to the penalty saved by Sonzogni in the dying minutes while the U16s trailed 3-1 at the hands of the Lagoon team (Berrima on the scoresheet for the Nerazzurri) the U15s delivered a "game-set-match" 6-0 walkover featuring a brace from Meyou the team will be off to Lecce to play the Salento side on Monday at 11:00 CET both Nerazzurri teams had a strong start in the Interregional Phase with the Under-15s cruising to a 7-0 victory against Uesse Sarnico on Saturday (with Basile bagging a brace and Boncioli and Vavassori all getting on the scoresheet) and the Under-17s clinching a domineering 11-0 shoo-in over Atletico URI in Zingonia on Sunday; with Crotti scoring four Norscia (from the penalty spot) adding each one to the count and with an own goal completing the rout In the heart of the park of Villa Milesi on Lovere’s splendid lakefront is the exhibition space created since the 1990s with the aim of collecting preserving and displaying scientific artifacts to the public and raising awareness of the local natural and historical heritage The museum is divided into several sections all extremely rich in exhibits There is first of all the ornithological one Today the museum itinerary unfolds in the rooms on the building’s main floor The first part contains numerous works acquired by the count during numerous trips to Italy in the second half of the 18th century contains a collection of paintings from various Italian schools which grew out of the donation of Giovanni Battista Zitti’s collection of Garibaldian memorabilia Inside the splendid 15th-century palazzo Gervasoni is the Museo Civico d’Arte e del Territorio The palace was formerly a convent as can still be seen from the presence of the cloister and gallery today it houses a large picture gallery divided on three floors and the result of an important donation by Don Gianni Bellini A total of about 150 works are preserved in Sarnico mostly period paintings dating from the 16th to the 18th century Period furniture and ancient marble and wooden statues are also part of the collection With its forests, steep shores and quaint villages reflected in the waters Montisola (or Monte Isola) is probably the best known place on Lake Iseo historical and naturalistic treasure chest Its evocative beauty also won over the famous land artist Christo who created a large network of floating pontoons here in 2016 linking Montisola with the coast of Sulzano and the island of San Paolo on Montisola: one can delve into the dense network of paths that run throughout its territory one can climb up to the ancient Martinengo fortress get lost discovering villages and hamlets or stop to admire churches shrines and noble villas that dot both its coastline and interior Classified as a wetland of international importance, theTorbiere del Sabino nature reserve is one of the cradles of life in the entire Po Valley Here there is a wide variety of habitats that are home to numerous aquatic marsh species now threatened with extinction not only in Lombardy There are numerous trails that wind through the territory of the reserve and allow close observation of plants and animals in a wild and unspoiled habitat among them the most striking is probably the central one that winds through wooden footbridges that connect the different tongues of land right in the heart of this territory In Provaglio d’Iseo, above a rocky rise is the Monastery of San Pietro in Lamosa a very ancient building overlooking the peat bogs The monastery is believed to have been built where ancient pagan and early Christian temples stood in antiquity; instead traces of the construction of an early church date back to the 11th century which was later donated to the monks of the Abbey of Cluny and then became the center of the economic and religious life of the area The Cluniac monks remained there until the 15th century and traces of their passage are still clearly visible even though today the church has distinctly 15th- and 16th-century features Numerous works of fine workmanship are preserved inside including a fine cycle of frescoes of theHistoria salutis dating from the 15th-16th centuries which is located in the adjoining oratory of Santa Maria Maddalena Also worth seeing in Iseo is the church of San Silvestro: this marvelous Romanesque church is believed to have been the private oratory of the bishop of Brescia when he stayed at length on Lake Iseo in the summer the church of San Silvestro consists of a single hall divided into two floors the property of the confraternity of the Disciplini is evidenced by the frescoes depicting some members of the order Particularly striking is the recently restored fresco of the Dance Macabre in which a number of characters are still recognizable a king and a merchant with his own purse of denarii the village of Lovere is one of its most charming and historic corners getting lost among the mountain peaks and clear waters is an experience to be absolutely tried as well as stopping to discover the many treasures guarded by this jewel of a town Starting from the splendid Piazza del Porto with its majestic buildings that frame it penetrate into the square and narrow streets to admire the old civic tower or the ancient church of San Giorgio and then descend back to the lakefront where Palazzo Tadini with its Accademia is located and is set in a context rich in aristocratic villas whose imposing facades are reflected in the lake Also not to be missed is a visit to the basilica of Santa Maria in Valvendra Sulzano is undoubtedly one of the most characteristic places on Lake Iseo with old houses that are literally lapped by the waters This fishing village is one of the starting points for excursions up to Montisola but it is above all one of those rare places that can enrapture the heart of the traveler as soon as he sets foot in it Among hidden alleys and characteristic landing places for fishermen’s boats one can touch the history of the lake and its very ancient community In this truly evocative and picturesque setting dating from the 18th century and an admirable example of Baroque style the coeval church of San Giorgio deserve special attention Situated at the crossroads of ancient pilgrim roads the 15th-century Sanctuary of Santa Maria del Giogo is one of the best places from which to enjoy all the majesty of Lake Iseo and and nearby Val Trompia and is the perfect starting point for so many excursions Next to the church of Santa Maria is a refuge where in ancient times Benedictine monks housed wayfarers and which today is run by a group of Alpini has a very simple style that derives from the functions for which it was originally designed-that is to house and assist those who were passing through this pass Many throughout the centuries have stayed within these imposing walls and found refreshment there and the wide world of yachting are grieving the loss of a maestro of boat design a master of Italian style and unrivalled elegance Carlo Riva was indeed an extraordinary man who turned his family name into a legend and made Riva a synonym of pleasure boating who passed away in his hometown of Sarnico this week His eponymous boat brand and parent company LA DOLCE VITAJust four letters epitomise the history the technology and the appeal of Italian-made yachts The history of a family and of an extraordinary man the legend of a whole era that saw the launching of Italian design onto the world stage from the days of “La Dolce Vita” through to the present day which has always been the hallmark of the boats crafted in the Riva boatyards: from the timeless charm of traditional wood to state-of-the-art fibreglass and steel built and inspired by the genius and style of a unique man who has become a legend a giant in Italy's industrial and business history," said Alberto Galassi the Ferretti Group's Chief Executive Officer "Carlo Riva taught us all the meaning of vision His vision and inexhaustible innovative energy make him the leading personality in the 20th century yachting world “Carlo Riva’s boats will always be the finest in the world a source of inspiration to all of us who feel a strong sense of responsibility for the stewardship of and for taking forward into the future the leading brand in world yachting." THE BIRTH OF PLEASURE BOATINGCarlo was not just one of the most internationally esteemed and renowned entrepreneurs in the pleasure craft industry His innovations and creations have left an indelible mark in the history of lifestyle and design making Riva the most famous boatyard of all times and a symbol of Italy's productiveness and creative genius when the first speedboats were being built Carlo was driven from a very early age by a boundless passion for boats and for working in boatyards He joined the family business when still very young following in the footsteps of his father Serafino his grandfather Ernesto and his great-grandfather Pietro futuristic shipyard — which is still protected by the Italian Superintendence for Artistic and Architectural Heritage — and organised it based on an innovative production structure During that same period he transformed the very idea of the boat turning it from a transport vehicle for goods and passengers or a racing powerboat to an object of pleasure and luxury and creating a unique product in terms of aesthetic and functional qualities RIVA’S GOLDEN AGECarlo is the creator of Riva's golden age the Master shipbuilder who transformed the brand and its boats into a status symbol These boats became the objects of desire for aristocrats there were princes and sheiks from every corner of the world during Italy’s industrial reconstruction and ‘economic miracle’ driven by a fascination for speed and racing cars Carlo grasped the spirit of the age and created boats in wood with an unmistakable design These nautical masterpieces immediately distinguished themselves for the fine materials meticulous attention to detail and craftsmanship with which they were created about which Carlo said: "It was designed with love and is strong and pure like a thoroughbred horse whose name is a tribute to the United States and to the magic of that state The yachts created under Carlo's direction have all been inspired by an idea launching a new fashion which is always the result of a research in design and construction which always makes all the difference Riva became the foremost and iconic boatyard in the yachting world Some 21 of these boats were sold during the first year of production and a year later the Super version was brought out The Aquarama remained in production until the 90s is still housed in the museum of the Boatyard in Sarnico Carlo showed entrepreneurial foresight yet again in 1969 demonstrating his great capacity for innovation while at the same time preserving traditional values RIVA BOAT SERVICEHis unique and inexhaustible entrepreneurial spirit comes through not just from the boats he made but also from his ability to predict needs and opportunities Anticipating the needs of yacht owners he in fact designed the Riva Boat Service the focus of his interests shifted to the International Tourist Port of Rapallo which was dedicated to him on 25 July 1975 and bears his name since that day his "best-loved home" on the French Riviera Carlo was conferred the title of Personnalité de la Mer by Prince Albert II of Monaco Carlo has always been there to give advice help and support to the Riva Boatyards: it is with great emotion that we remember his presence last spring at the launch of Rivamare the latest masterpiece from the Sarnico boatyards Carlo Riva died peacefully in his hometown of Sarnico on April 10 as he himself used to say: "With a touch of nostalgia in reliving the long ride of my wonderful life as a boatman." 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instead of running away quickly from the hotel had tried to go back to their room to retrieve their travel documents and some personal effects But within thirty seconds the flames had gotten so close that the two were engulfed in tremendous heat and suffered severe burns who provided first aid to the two and to the other hospitalized tourist immediately judged Michela Boldrini in serious condition even if at first it was hoped her life was not in danger The woman was transported to Mombasa and immediately admitted to the intensive care unit of the Aga Khan the conditions of the tourist from Bergamo worsened day after day followed the sad story right from the start in contact with the local authorities and provided assistance When Chinese industrial conglomerate Weichai Group snapped up cash-strapped Italian luxury yacht builder Ferretti in 2012 the deal looked like a match made in heaven known for the elegant Riva speedboats favoured by film star Sophia Loren was the world’s top maker of large motor yachts and cash-rich Weichai saw an opportunity to offer luxury leisure to the growing ranks of Chinese billionaires wealthy Chinese are yet to fully embrace the appeal of messing about in boats and Ferretti which has since slipped to No.3 among global superyacht builders according to an annual order book survey by industry publisher Boat International the market is not that fast,” said Fabiomassimo Discoli a Hong Kong-based sales manager for Ferretti adding that the company had found it needed to adapt its boats to the different tastes of Asian owners “They don’t sleep on board and just use the boats for entertainment purposes,” said Discoli speaking at the Singapore Yacht Show aboard a 21-metre Ferretti Yachts 690 that carried a €3 million price tag The example of Ferretti underscores the difficulties Chinese buyers face in extracting quick returns from a global brand at a time when they are gobbling up Western assets as never before The weak euro is making companies in countries such as Italy or Portugal attractive as the March purchase of tyremaker Pirelli by China National Chemical Corp shows Chinese buyers poured $18.8 billion into European assets in 2014 and topped that figure in the first half of 2015 alone The Chinese bought an industrial plan that after two years did not produce results But financial muscle alone is not enough to master a brand and question marks hang over the ability of many Chinese buyers to leverage exports into their home market in times of slow growth appointed by Weichai in May last year to try to revive the Italian group’s fortunes expects the company to return to net profit in 2017 Weichai’s original Ferretti management team had envisaged the firm breaking even by the end of 2013 “The Chinese bought an industrial plan that after two years did not produce results,” Galassi said in an interview at the firm’s historic Riva shipyard in Sarnico on the shores of Lake Iseo in northern Italy “They value their investment but they also want returns.” China has more than one million millionaires and 67,000 super-rich with 100 million yuan ($16 million) or more But the number of luxury yachts sold is still low Only around 0.3 per cent of Chinese with financial assets of at least $1 million own a yacht according to a 2011 study by the Italian Trade Commission sleek motor yachts conjure images of lazy family holidays along the sun-kissed Mediterranean coast China’s coastline lacks the appeal of southern Europe or Thailand and a boat is seen more as a business asset than a family plaything Taking out a client on a yachting trip has also become less socially acceptable since Chinese President Xi Jinping ramped up a crackdown on corporate corruption leaving many fearful of becoming a target of official scrutiny where it plans to set up a plant to develop a new model for the local market by 2018 A Chinese plant should also help overcome another problem China’s 43 per cent import tax on luxury goods please register 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