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Serpotta’s Masterpieces: A 3 Hour Morning Tour
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3 Hours
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Offered in: English
Overview
Immerse yourself in the unparalleled beauty of three different but equally enchanting masterpiece works by the great Palermitano Baroque stucco sculptor Giacomo Serpotta. Hailed as "one of the greatest European sculptors of the 18th century," and "a meteor in the Sicilian sky." His delightful artistry has been beloved for centuries and is still awing viewers today.
On this tour, we will explore why Serpotta isn’t as well-known as Michelangelo. We will delve into the meanings of the tableaux in his signature teatrini (little theaters), his artistic techniques and innovations, and the mysteries surrounding him.
Our tour guides specialize in storytelling, bringing Serpotta’s masterpieces to life with captivating tales and expert commentary, including the ongoing mystery of the heist of the Caravaggio Nativity from the Oratory of San Lorenzo, and the recent almost miraculous replacement of that missing masterpiece.
What's Included
- Guided walk through La Vucciria
- Guides and languages: In-person: English
- Refreshments at Cafè.
Meeting And Pickup
Meeting point
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Start time
10:00 AM
End Point
Our tour ends at the Oratorio di San Lorenzo, the site of one of the art world's greatest ongoing mysteries- the theft of its Nativity by Caravaggio.
What To Expect
Oratorio del Santissimo Rosario in San Domenico
This is the first of the three major oratorios of which the acclaimed art historian Rudolph Wittkower declared, "The three small oratories in Palermo which he [Serpotta] decorated prove him to be the greatest stuccoist that ever lived."
30 Minutes • Admission Ticket Included
Oratorio di Santa Cita
In this beautiful oratorio we will discuss the context in which Serpotta lived and how that was reflected in his art, such as his teatrino (little theater) sculpture of the Battle of Lepanto. Seating is provided in this oratorio.
30 Minutes • Admission Ticket Included
La Vucciria
A guided walk through la Vucciria that includes a stop at a lovely coffee bar for refreshments and to use the restroom. Please bring cash so we don't overwhelm the sweet woman who works at the cafe with cards.
45 Minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Oratorio di San Lorenzo
Our final stop. Please note this location has a few unavoidable steps to climb.
30 Minutes • Admission Ticket Included
Additional Info
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Operated by Gobo Tours Italy
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
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