Art in general

Fondo Oro – Italian Artist in the "Knechtstube"

Benediktinerkloster Engelberg, Engelberg

Works by the artist Gregorio Piccoli in the "Knechtenstube" of Engelberg Monastery.

Gold is an important element in many masterpieces of art history. Years ago, the Tuscan artist Gregorio Piccoli discovered the painting technique known as "Fondo Oro" and brought it back to life. His works are now being exhibited at Engelberg Monastery. The artist, who currently lives in Tuscany, was inspired by the old Sienese masters. He collaborated for a long time with a renowned studio in Siena. Gregorio Piccoli sees himself primarily as a craftsman who passionately continues the increasingly rare tradition of "Fondo Oro.

The introduction will be given by Engelberg Benedictine monk and artist Fr. Eugen Bollin.
Alessandro Valoriani, the monastery’s organist, and the artist Gregorio Piccoli will present the works.

Meeting point
Knechtenstube, Kloster Engelberg ((right next to the flower shop)

Date

5/7/2025   18:30 - 20:30 h

6:30 PM – 8:30 PM

Address

Benediktinerkloster Engelberg
Knechtstube
Benediktinerkloster 1
6390 Engelberg

Contact

Benediktinerkloster 1
6390 Engellberg
pforte@kloster-engelberg.ch
+41 416396119

Category

  • Art in general

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