In Alba, to mark the donation to the town of Barnaba da Modena’s work, "Madonna delle Grazie" (Madonna Bergui), and its subsequent public exhibition… there is a great deal of cultural activity, with conferences, meetings and presentations taking place between November and December.
Here is the programme:
Thursday November, 5th 2026 at 4.30 pm - "T. Bubbio" Council Chamber, Town Hall
A tour of the Barnaba da Modena exhibition in Alba. The Madonna Bergui: a precious gift for the town – A journey through 14th-century Alba, exploring Mediterranean contributions and French influences. Curated by M. Caldera, Superintendence of Archaeology, Fine Arts and Landscape for the provinces of Alessandria, Asti and Cuneo
Wednesday November, 18th 2026 at 5.00 pm – Sala della Resistenza, Town Hall
A journey through a painting: the restoration of the Madonna Bergui – An exploration of medieval painting techniques and modern methods of restoration and conservation. With M. Caldera, Superintendence for Archaeology, Fine Arts and Landscape for the Provinces of Alessandria, Asti and Cuneo, and T. Carbonati, restorer
Thursday December, 3rd 2026 at 5.00 pm – Sala della Resistenza, Town Hall
Ancient frescoes in the Church of San Domenico in Alba – 14th-century pictorial artefacts preserved in the convent church. With Silvia Gallarato, Diocese of Alba, Cultural Heritage Office
Wednesday December, 16th 2026 at 5.00 pm – Sala della Resistenza, Town Hall
Presentation of the book "Il Crocevia delle Langhe. Places, Patronage and the circulation of models in the Modern Age". A discussion with the editors: M. Caldera, F.R. Gaja, G. Spione.
Booking recommended via the link: https://forms.gle/5utobpYDFX7ee31b7
For further information: +39 0173 292248 - email: alba@comune.alba.cn.it
Not to be missed!
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