Visit to the Vatican
A group of members of our chapter had the privilege of a private visit to the Vatican Museums, welcomed with great cordiality by the director of the Museums, Barbara Jatta and by the International Director Mons. Terence Hogan. The passage to the Matisse Room was emotional. The curator Micol Forti welcomed the visitors explaining the importance of this space, restored thanks to our president. The Raphael rooms were another important stop on the visit. The Sistine Chapel, opened especially for us, gave us an incomparable moment with Michelangelo's frescoes. The evening ended with a beautiful dinner in the Gallery of Busts and Sculptures. >>> Read more
Le groupe autour de Liana Marabini est accueilli par Barbara Jatta et Mgr. Terence Hogan
An interview with Liana Marabini explains what it means being a patron of the arts, here:
https://www.patronsvaticanmuseums.org/en/about-us/members-spotlights/liana-marabini
A new donation has been made by our Chapter to the Vatican Museums: a documentary about the union that exists between the patrons of the arts and the Master restorers. Thanks to both these categories the pontifical collections are promoted, restored and conserved through the centuries for future generations.
Trailer here: https://vimeo.com/566647731
From the New York Times
A Woman Now Leads the Vatican Museums. And She’s Shaking Things Up.
VATICAN CITY — Vatican City has been governed by men since it was established as an independent state in 1929. A year ago, however, a woman joined the upper ranks: Barbara Jatta, the first female director of the Vatican Museums.
In the 12 months since her appointment, Ms. Jatta has put her stamp on the role, resisting some of her predecessor’s initiatives and forging her own path.
Liana Marabini and Barbara Jatta, Director of the Vatican Museums.