Curated by András B. Szilágyi, the exhibition runs until December 18.Continue reading
An exhibition showcasing unique historical Herend porcelain pieces, titled The Gold of Pannonia, opened in Rome to celebrate Hungary’s EU Presidency.
Hosted in the medieval Valdina Palace, the exhibition runs until 6 December and features nearly 130 handcrafted artworks valued at 300M HUF (770,000 EUR). The opening ceremony was attended by Italian parliamentarians, cultural figures, EU ambassadors, and representatives from public life.
The exhibition highlights the artistry and heritage of Hungarian craftsmanship, with Giorgia Mulè, Vice-President of the Chamber of Deputies, praising Herend porcelain as “a symbol of beauty, quality, and skill of which Hungarians are justly proud.” Ms. Mulè emphasized its role in fostering cultural diplomacy and promoting Hungary’s EU Presidency.
Notable pieces on display include a 1741 ornamental bowl depicting Empress Maria Theresa presenting her son, future King Joseph II to the Hungarian orders at the Diet (National Assembly) of Bratislava.
Another highlight is a tea set commissioned by King Victor Emmanuel II of Italy to replace broken Chinese service pieces. Curated by Rita Cserhalmi, the exhibition also offers live demonstrations by master painter Zsolt Bak, showcasing traditional porcelain painting techniques.
Attila Simon, CEO of Herend Porcelain Manufacture, described the collection as a bridge between cultures, illustrating Hungary’s artistic excellence. The exhibition underscores the importance of culture in uniting Europe amidst contemporary challenges, as noted by Nazario Pagano, President of the Constitutional Affairs Committee.
Ambassador to Rome, Zoltán Ádám Kovács hailed the event as a key cultural feature of Hungary’s EU Presidency.
This celebration of Hungarian artistry will continue with a peace concert by the St. Ephrem Male Choir on November 29.
Via MTI; Featured Image: Facebook / Ambasciata di Ungheria, Roma