Iron Making in Fornovolasco (Italy) at the End of the Fifteenth Century, the Canecchio Furnace, and an Artifact Characterization

Abstract This study investigates the rise of Este family in Garfagnana (Tuscany, Italy) during first half 15th century. The wanted to annex this region improve their cast-iron production both for military and economic advantages. article, thanks a document found State Archives Modena, encompasses an overview Fornovolasco settlement, description furnace room, analysis casting campaign, attempt at sizing. In final section, brief characterization artifact that probably coming from campaign is provided.