The shape of wood. Course on the history of woodcarving in Trentino in the 15th-17th centuries
A cycle of eight meetings, from 2 October to 27 November 2025The Tridentine Diocesan Museum offers a ...
A cycle of eight meetings, from 2 October to 27 November 2025
The Tridentine Diocesan Museum offers a series of eight meetings dedicated to wooden sculpture, to rediscover one of the richest and most fascinating chapters in the history of regional art.
Between the fourteenth and seventeenth centuries, the bishopric of Trento was crossed by carvers from different areas and traditions. Their works reflect an astonishing variety of languages and styles: from the Renaissance ancones of Po Valley inspiration to the majestic Flügelaltäre ("altars with wings") brought by Nordic culture, to the grandiose baroque machines, sparkling with gold and populated with statues and angels.
The course aims to deepen the theme of wooden sculpture in Trentino, with particular attention to the role of itinerant sculptors. Thanks to their activity, the territory became a lively and innovative artistic laboratory, capable of returning today a heritage of extraordinary wealth and variety.
Eight events, between art and history, to discover the secrets of wooden sculpture in Trentino.
INFORMATION:
When: 8 meetings, every Thursday from 5:30 pm to 6:30 pm
Costs: €10 per single meeting, €70 for the complete package of 8 meetings
Participants: minimum 25 - maximum 55 people
Booking required: prenotazioni@mdtn.it / 0461 234419
