The crowns with which the Virgen del Rocío de la Redención was canonically crowned, the Crowns of Sorrows of El Viso del Alcor or the restored openings for the Queen of All Saints are some of the pieces that make up … Seville FEST 2025, the fifth edition of the Sacred Art Guild’s annual exhibition Hosted by the Seville City Council. The mayor of the city, José Luis Sanz, opened the exhibition that can be visited from Friday 14 to Thursday 27 November in the City Hall.
The exhibition, organized by the Gremial Society of Sacred Art in Seville in cooperation with the city council, brings together Fifty works of contemporary sacred art Created by some of the city’s most prominent artists and workshops.
During his speech, the mayor stressed that this exhibition “is a reflection of… Seville City Council’s firm commitment to sacred art“It is a hallmark of our city that we continue to proudly defend and promote where necessary.”
From goldsmithing to carving and gilding
The 48 pieces that make up the exhibition demonstrate excellence and distinction Diversity of traditional Seville professions: Pictures, goldsmithing, embroidery, restoration, sculpture or gilding, and others. A wide range of works covered in the religious art of Holy Week in Seville.
“Sevilla Fecit 25 was introduced as Salute to craftsmen and artists “It preserves a centuries-old heritage, demonstrating that sacred art in Seville is not only an expression of faith, but also an engine of creativity, identity and cultural economy,” the mayor said.
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Among the works on display Pieces of great devotional valuesuch as the crowns and wreaths of the Piedad del Baratillo, the Virgen de la Palma del Buen Fin, the Virgen del Rocío de la Redención or the Virgen de los Dolores del Viso, authentic references of the artistic and spiritual heritage of the city; In addition to distinctive pieces from the city, the region and the entire Andalusian community from the hands of Seville.
Fruits of the exhibition in Brussels
José Luis Sanz also noted the Seville City Council’s commitment to International promotion of sacred artWe take as an example the exhibition “The Sacred Art of Seville in the Heart of Europe” held last September at the European Parliament in Brussels, where “thousands of people were able to discover the indisputable power of an industry unique in the world.”
«In Brussels, in addition, we have developed a An institutional agenda to defend and value this sectorwith diplomatic meetings such as the one held with the Pakistani Ambassador to the European Union. “From the City Council we will continue to defend our sacred art at all costs wherever necessary,” the council member added.
The Mayor wanted to thank the Sacred Art Guild Association, its president, and all its members for their “efforts A constant effort to keep the heritage alive This is what makes Seville great and exposes its name to the whole world.
“In Seville, sacred art arrived An unparalleled level of mastery than anywhere else in the world, making us the leading global force in this industry. “Seville City Council will always be an ally, defender and unconditional support of our artisans and artists,” concluded Sanz.
the Seville Visit 2025 It can be visited at Seville City Hall from November 13 to 28, Monday to Friday, from 10 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. And from 5:30 p.m. to 8 p.m., Saturdays and Dec. 6, 7 and 9 from 10 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.
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