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San Francesco tutto serafico in ardore, omaggio di Pontremoli al patrono d'Italia tra luce e visione

Pontremoli (MS)

Pontremoli, Palazzo Comunale, Sala dei Sindaci

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From July 18 to November 29, 2026, the Sala dei Sindaci of the Town Hall of Pontremoli hosts the exhibition 'San Francesco tutto serafico in ardore, omaggio di Pontremoli al patrono d'Italia tra luce e visione', created on the occasion of the eighth centenary of the saint's death. The exhibition presents two masterpieces from the Museo di Capodimonte: the 'San Francesco' by Annibale Carracci and 'San Francesco riceve le Stimmate' by Gherardo delle Notti. A rare opportunity to admire works of intense spiritual power in Pontremoli, in a journey that combines art and devotion.

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Opening on Saturday, July 18, 2026 at 10:30 AM at the Church of San Francesco, followed by the opening of the exhibition in the Sala dei Sindaci. Exhibited works: 'San Francesco' by Annibale Carracci and 'San Francesco riceve le Stimmate' by Gherardo delle Notti, from the Museo di Capodimonte. The exhibition will be open until November 29, 2026.

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