Illinois Patrons Restoration Project: Lament Over the Dead Christ
Oil painting by Giovanni Bellini Date: 1475 ca.
Dimensions: 107 x 84 cm
Materials: Oil on wood
Adopted By: The Illinois Chapter
Click to watch the video showing the actual restoration process
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The Illinois Patrons of the Art in the Vatican Museums
Invite you to Save the Date!
Integrating Art & Faith
November, 2025
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“Unlocking the Secrets of the Vatican Museums: An Exclusive Behind-the-Scenes Look”
In this special episode, explore the intricate world of art restoration in the Vatican Museums. Celebrating the 40th Anniversary of the Patrons of the Arts of the Vatican Museums, we take you behind the scenes to showcase the dedication in preserving over 20,000 works of art.
” Unveiling Our Enduring Commitment to Art Conservation”
Reflecting on the past and looking toward the future,
the Patrons of the Arts in the Vatican Museums all share an ongoing spirit of dedication
and devotion to the preservation and conservation of art, cultural heritage, and faith.
We are excited to share with you a compilation that captures
the essence of our remarkable journey together over these last forty years.
