Editalia

Editalia is an Italian publishing house and art brand that has been active for over seventy years, intertwining its history with that of Italian culture. Founded in Rome in 1952 by Lidio Bozzini, the company initially dedicated itself to contemporary art through the gallery «Qui Arte Contemporanea» and to fine publishing with the series Libri per Bibliofili, which combined scholarly rigor with the elegance of the best Italian book tradition. In 1972, the company received the prestigious Libro d'Oro award, presented by the poet Eugenio Montale, recognizing its contribution to Italian publishing. In 1991, Editalia was acquired by the Istituto Poligrafico e Zecca dello Stato (IPZS), the Italian state printing and mint, and became part of its group. In 2005, Editalia merged with Sipleda, another company within the Poligrafico group, expanding its activities to include the commercialization of art multiples, medals, and coin reproductions. This period also saw the relaunch of the Multipli d'arte series, featuring artist books, prints, tapestries, and sculptures. In 2017, following a partial demerger, the commercial activities of Editalia were sold to the Istituto della Enciclopedia Italiana Treccani, and the company became part of the Treccani Group, eventually taking the name Treccani Reti S.p.A. in 2018. Today, Editalia operates as a brand of Treccani, continuing to produce high-quality art books, medals, and numismatic works that celebrate Italian cultural heritage. Its catalog includes limited-edition facsimiles of illuminated codices, art catalogs, and collaborations with renowned artists and institutions such as the Zecca dello Stato and the Scuola dell'Arte della Medaglia. Editalia's offerings are characterized by a strong focus on Italian identity, craftsmanship, and artistic excellence. The brand's website features news about its latest projects, including the Medaglia dell'Anno and partnerships for special collections like the "Tribute to Lira" watch. Through its publishing and artistic productions, Editalia continues to promote Italian art and culture both nationally and internationally.

Editalia was founded in Rome in 1952 by Lidio Bozzini. Initially, it operated as an art gallery, «Qui Arte Contemporanea», and as a fine publisher with the series Libri per Bibliofili. The company quickly gained a reputation for producing high-quality art books that combined scholarly texts with elegant design. In 1972, the company was awarded the Libro d'Oro by Eugenio Montale, a significant recognition of its cultural contribution. In 1991, Editalia was sold to the Istituto Poligrafico e Zecca dello Stato (IPZS), the Italian state printing and mint. This marked a new chapter, as Editalia became part of a larger state-owned group. In 2005, Editalia merged with Sipleda, another IPZS company, diversifying into the sale of art multiples, medals, and coin reproductions. The Multipli d'arte series was relaunched, featuring artist books, prints, tapestries, and sculptures. During this period, Editalia also collaborated with the Poligrafico for facsimile editions of precious illuminated codices. In 2017, a partial demerger led to the sale of Editalia's commercial activities to the Istituto della Enciclopedia Italiana Treccani. The company was renamed Treccani Reti S.p.A. in 2018 and became part of the Treccani Group. Today, Editalia operates as a brand of Treccani, continuing to produce art books, medals, and numismatic works. Its catalog includes limited-edition facsimiles, art catalogs, and collaborations with renowned artists and institutions. The brand remains committed to celebrating Italian cultural heritage through its products.

• 2018

  Renamed Treccani Reti S.p.A., becoming part of the Treccani Group.

• 2017

  Commercial activities sold to Istituto della Enciclopedia Italiana Treccani through partial demerger.

• 2005

  Merged with Sipleda, expanding into art multiples, medals, and coin reproductions.

• 1991

  Sold to Istituto Poligrafico e Zecca dello Stato (IPZS).

• 1972

  Awarded the Libro d'Oro by Eugenio Montale.

• 1952

  Editalia founded in Rome by Lidio Bozzini.

Editalia positions itself as a guardian of Italian cultural heritage, offering high-quality, limited-edition art books, medals, and numismatic works that combine scholarly rigor with artisanal excellence.

• Libri per Bibliofili

  A series of fine books for bibliophiles, combining scholarly rigor with elegant design.

• Multipli d'arte

  Art multiples including artist books, prints, tapestries, and sculptures.

• Medaglia dell'Anno

  Annual medal produced by Editalia, often commemorating significant cultural anniversaries.

• Palazzi e ville d'Italia

  A series of volumes dedicated to Italian palaces and villas.

• Storia d'Italia del XX secolo

  A major encyclopedic work on 20th-century Italian history.

• Luoghi e tradizioni d'Italia

  A series exploring Italian places and traditions.

• La mia prima biblioteca

  A series aimed at building a first library.

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