Villa Argentina at Viareggio

Of particular note are the modernist ceramic decorations created by Galileo Chini, of the Chini Kilns at Borgo San Lorenzo, which were created for this site and are considered amongst his most significant creations.

Though modernist, these ceramics--in their colours and decorative style--recall the traditions of Florentine Renaissance maiolica, an important influence on Chini "Arte della Ceramica" production.

The villa's interior is equally important. A triptych covers the entire walll of the ground-floor lounge with a Persian Marriage which takes place in front of an oriental background. This, as well as other paintings iin the house, were realized in 1930 by the artists Giuseppe Biasi for the counts of Sant'Elia, the owners at that time.

Source: Lucca APT