Slovak Gothic Treasures on View at Palazzo del Quirinale in Rome

On September 29, 2016, the 'Tesori Gotici dalla Slovacchia' exhibition commenced at the Palazzo del Quirinale in Rome, continuing until November 13, 2016. This event, organized in conjunction with Slovakia's rotating presidency of the Council of the European Union, highlights the nation's artistic legacy through a variety of paintings and liturgical artifacts. Notable pieces include a 1513 depiction of Saint Anne, chalices, crosses, and creations by Pavol of Levoča, the artist behind the tallest wooden altar in the Church of Saint James in Levoča. His craftsmanship is showcased in a Nativity scene and a Lamentation over the Dead Christ. These artworks, previously unseen outside Slovakia, reflect the Church's cultural impact across Europe.