In 2016, a devastating earthquake destroyed the Crocifisso di Sant’Eutizio, a masterpiece painted by Nicholas of Ulysses of Siena in 1472, and reduced it to 30 fragments. However, the Vatican Museums took on the challenge of restoring this ancient artwork, and after five years of meticulous work, it is finally ready to be displayed in exhibition. Join EWTN Vatican Bureau Chief, Andreas Thonhauser, as he interviews Dr. Barbara Jatta, Director of the Vatican Museums, and Dr. Francesca Persegati, Director of Paintings and Wood Materials Restoration Laboratory, about the restoration process of the Crocifisso di Sant’Eutizio. Discover what makes this artwork so special and why the Vatican Museums chose to take on this project. This exhibition coincides with the 100-year anniversary of the Vatican Museums’ Restoration Department, which has restored hundreds of paintings since its foundation in 1923. Don’t miss this unique opportunity to witness the heart and hands of professionals bringing this masterpiece back to life.
Restoring an Ancient Masterpiece: The Story of the “Crocifisso di Sant’Eutizio”
Receive the most important news from EWTN Vatican via WhatsApp. It has become increasingly difficult to see Catholic news on social media. Subscribe to our free channel today
Share
Would you like to receive the latest updates on the Pope and the Vatican
Receive articles and updates from our EWTN Newsletter.
More news related to this article
World-class cyclists to circle Vatican City, meet Pope Leo XIV
World-class cyclists will greet Pope Leo XIV and circle Vatican City on Sunday before embarking on the final lap of the Giro d’Italia, a multistage bicycle race that concludes in Rome.
Pope Leo XIV approves decrees for 11 martyrs killed by Nazi Germany, communists
Pope Leo XIV on Friday authorized decrees recognizing 11 new martyrs as well as four new venerables to
Archbishop: If a Synod proposal is at odds with the Gospel, ‘that’s not of the Holy Spirit’
During the Synod on Synodality, we must be careful about “blaming everything on the Holy Spirit,” Archbishop Anthony
At general audience, Pope Leo XIV laments ‘fatigue of living’ afflicting modern society
Pope Leo XIV on Wednesday addressed what he called the “fatigue of living” as one of the ailments afflicting modern society, and he urged the faithful gathered in St. Peter’s Square to face reality with the grace of Jesus.
Pope Francis Cancels Saturday Audiences Due to a Mild Flu, Vatican Says
Pope Francis canceled his public appearances on Saturday due to a mild flu, the Vatican has said.
In the Footsteps of St. John Bosco in Rome
Discover the profound legacy of St. John Bosco in Rome through his sacred rooms, the Basilica of the Sacred Heart of Jesus, and the chapel that witnessed his heartfelt Rome Letter.