Sponsors sought to save murals in Capuchinos Church

An interdisciplinary team coordinated by restorer Marcela Mammana won an award from the National Arts Fund and is now calling on companies and individuals to fund the restoration of 29 murals by an Italian artist in the Capuchinos Church in Córdoba.

In Córdoba, a team led by restorer Marcela Mammana is seeking 'sponsors' to prevent the loss of historic murals in the Capuchinos Church. After winning an award from the National Arts Fund, the interdisciplinary group invites companies and individuals to financially contribute to the restoration of 29 works by an Italian artist.

The project aims to preserve these artistic pieces, which face deterioration risks. Mammana, as coordinator, highlights the importance of collaboration to maintain cultural heritage. The initiative follows the recognition from the national fund, validating the team's efforts.

This call represents an opportunity for the community and private sector to participate in conserving an emblematic site in the Cordoban capital.

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