A Fiery End to a Remarkable Year
Seasons Greetings from Sali e Tabacchi Journal!
It’s the most wonderful time of the year—Andy Williams wasn’t wrong, was he? As the holiday season wraps us in its familiar embrace, this December feels particularly special, igniting memories of childhood warmth and merriment.
This year has been significant for many reasons, but especially because of our collaborations and the release of Riv.05: La Via del Fuoco. Its fiery themes have not only inspired us but also set the tone for a year filled with passion, creativity, and resilience. Like the steady glow of a hearth, these collaborations have illuminated our path, and for that, we are deeply grateful.
As we gather around tables adorned with panettone, pandoro, or whichever festive treat takes your fancy, we invite you to take a moment to pause and reflect. Amid the whirlwind of festivities, why not revisit the stories and ideas that marked the past year? Dive back into the pages of Cartolina and Sali e Tabacchi Journal—they’re like the tales we heard before bedtime as children, full of wonder and inspiration, especially suited for the magical stillness of the Christmas holidays.
This season, we hope you are surrounded by those you hold dear, basking in the warmth of their presence. As we look ahead, our New Year’s resolutions are brimming with aspirations, but let’s not rush past the gifts this year has already bestowed upon us.
Here’s to a holiday season that stirs the soul and ignites the imagination. From all of us, our sincerest wishes for a joyful and peaceful holiday.
Name of Stamp: Natale 1973, Agostino di Duccio, Tempio Malatestiano
Year: 1973
As the year draws closer, we reflect on the stories, traditions, and beauty shaping our journey. This season, we celebrate the latest edition of Cartolina with a special stamp dedicated to Agostino di Duccio, the Renaissance master whose artistry left an indelible mark on Italian culture. From his intricate stiacciato reliefs in Rimini’s Tempio Malatestiano—honoring Sigismondo Pandolfo Malatesta—to his later masterpieces in Perugia, Di Duccio’s work remains a shining example of creativity and innovation.
We warmly wish you a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year. Thank you for being a cherished part of the Sali e Tabacchi Journal community. May the new year bring you creativity, inspiration, and countless moments of joy.
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Until the next dispatch,
Elisa and the rest of the Sali e Tabacchi Journal team.