Palazzo Dario: the mystery and its troubled history
The news of the alleged sale of Palazzo Dario, also known as the “cursed palace” of Venice, has generated a lot of interest. However, the owner has denied these rumors, clarifying that the property is not currently on the market. This story has rekindled attention on a structure full of history and dark legends.
The denial of the sale
According to local newspapers, a Tuscan agency working for Christie’s International Real Estate had announced an offer of 18 million euros for the building. However, the general manager of the Dimore Italia agency, Arnaldo Fusello, confirmed that “the property has decided to withdraw Ca' Dario from the market” due to the need for maintenance work. Such work is often scheduled during the winter months to ensure the property is ready for spring and summer viewings.
A history studded with tragedies
Palazzo Dario is not only a fascinating building overlooking the Grand Canal; it is also the scene of tragic events that have fueled its fame since its construction in 1487. Already at the time of its birth, the Dario family experienced the loss of their daughter Marietta in violent circumstances.
The succession of unfortunate events did not stop there. The subsequent owners included figures such as:
- Giacomo, a purveyor of Candia killed in the 17th century.
- Arbit Abdoll, Armenian merchant whose trading empire failed.
- Rawdon Brown, who committed suicide after living in the building.
- Filippo delle Lanze, found dead in 1970 under mysterious circumstances.
Even famous people have crossed the fate of Ca' Dario. Music manager Christopher Lambert and bassist John Entwistle of The Who are just some of the names linked to disturbing stories.
An uncertain future
Today, while the property remains out of the spotlight of the real estate market, history and mystery enthusiasts continue to wonder about the fate of the building and the legends that surround it. The fame of Palazzo Dario persists, fueled by past events and the incredible beauty of its architecture. It remains to be seen whether it will one day return to being the subject of discussion or whether it will remain shrouded in the mystery that has characterized it for centuries.