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loveitaly is a non-profit organization dedicated to the preservation and appreciation of Italy’s unique cultural heritage and the world’s greatest living museum. The association, first of its kind to support conservation projects throughout Italy, has implemented mechanisms to accept private and corporate funding in Italy and from the United States, through a 501(c)3 organization, american friends of loveItaly.

loveitaly operates in collaboration with Italian ministries, superintendents for Italian monuments, fine arts institutes and museums, local and national authorities, church leaders and higher institutions of learning, including Italian and international universities and academies.

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The statue of Cristo Morto beneath the main altar in the Church of Santa Maria degli Angeli was made by the master sculptor cartapestaio Achille de Lucrezi in 1866.  One of the treasures belonging to the Confraternity di Santa Maria degli Angeli, it is part of the long tradition of cartapesta (papier-mâché) making in Lecce that began in the 17th century.  More malleable than wood and lighter to carry, with colour bringing the results to life, cartapesta became the preferred material for the life-size models of saints made for Holy Week processions carried by the Confraternities. This statue requires careful restoration to ensure its long-term survival.  As does another Confraternity treasure – the oil painting of the Madonna and Child in Glory attributed to Gian Domenico Catalano of Gallipoli (17th century) hanging above the altar and dating to the 17th century.  Both works have significant cultural and heritage value to the community crowdfunding for their restoration.
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Treasures in Gallipoli

WHAT A NIGHT!

The vernissage of our COSA è Arte contest, hosted at the Fondazione Pastificio Cerere, was a captivating celebration of artistic expression. Attendees were treated to a diverse array of artworks, spanning from paintings to sculptures, each offering a unique glimpse into the artists’ creative visions Amidst the lively atmosphere, guests mingled and engaged in spirited

💗 WE LOVE ITALY 💗

Hotel Bettoja Meditteraneo – 13 February 2024 in collaboration with American Club of Rome, PWA, American ExchangeThe American University of Rome, Martini and Friends, Temple University and sponsored by Bettoja Hotel MediterraneoCastello di Corbara💗First Med💗Laura MantoviMia Carmen Love was definitely in the air on Tuesday 13th February in the stunning Art Deco bar of the Hotel

Restoring golden jewels

This February 13th, 2024 marks the 4th *We Love Italy Cocktail Party*, presented in collaboration with American Club of Rome, PWA, American Exchange, The American University of Rome, Martini and friends, Temple University that took place in Rome at the stunning Art Deco Hotel Mediterraneo. Last year’s event – photos here – raised a staggering

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