Art

This year, the Manarola Nativity Scene was celebrated again in Cinque Terre National Park. Created in 1961 by Mario Andreoli, the tradition continues through the Manarola Nativity Scene Association. Environmental and Land Protection Assessor Giacomo Raul Giampedrone praised the installation as a Ligurian symbol during Christmas, featuring over 200 illuminated figures on a sea-facing hillside. He acknowledged Andreoli’s legacy and thanked the Alpine Rescue for adding a new figure symbolising their dedication.

On December 14th at 4:00 PM, Altare hosts the 15th edition of Natale Sottovetro, featuring “The Animals of Antonio Da Ros: The Magic of Submerged Glass.” Celebrating Antonio Da Ros (1936-2012), a key figure in Murano design, the exhibition highlights his innovative submerged glass technique. Da Ros’s works, influenced by Venice’s vibrant art scene, echo the abstraction of Peggy Guggenheim and the avant-garde of Carlo Cardazzo. The exhibit runs until February 14, 2025.