The exhibition (February 4 – 13, 9:30 AM- 5 PM) centers on two polychrome wooden sculptures depicting the Annunciation, created by the renowned Neapolitan sculptor Giovanni da Nola (c. 1488–1558). Long housed in the abandoned Church of the Santissima Annunziata in Buccino (Salerno), the sculptures were recently recovered and meticulously restored. They are now permanently displayed at the National Archaeological Museum “Marcello Gigante” in Buccino, marking a significant achievement in the preservation of Italy’s artistic heritage.
The exhibition in New York reinterprets Giovanni da Nola’s masterpiece through a series of artistic installations, immersive projections, and Virtual Reality experiences inspired by the sculptures and their restoration. Visitors will explore a compelling narrative that merges Renaissance aesthetics with contemporary creativity and innovation. Through digital reconstructions, interpretive artworks, and storytelling, the exhibition evokes the spirit and detail of the Annunciation group, offering a dynamic and emotionally engaging encounter with one of the Italian Renaissance’s rediscovered treasures.
Panel:
Prof. Elizabeth F. Defeis
Professor of law and distinguished legal scholar, Elizabeth F. Defeis has had a long international career in human rights, rule of law, and constitutional development. She served as Dean of Seton Hall Law School and as an Assistant United States Attorney in the Southern District of New York. She is also Advisor to the Permanent Observer Mission of the Holy See to the United Nations. In addition to her academic and legal work, she is founder of Friends for Preservation of Cultural and Artistic Heritage of Italy, the nonprofit that funded the Annunciazione restoration project.
Ing. Antonio Amendola
Antonio Amendola is Project Manager of the Giovanni da Nola restoration initiative and Product Manager at Senior Srl, an Italian technology company working in IoT, VR, and AI. With a background in aerospace/aeronautical engineering and over 20 years of experience, he has served as a speaker and consultant on innovation and tourism projects internationally. He has co-founded and led several startups and served as advisor on business models, project management, and technology strategy.
Ing. Ivan Giovanni Allevi
Ivan Giovanni Allevi brings more than 25 years of experience in IT and digital innovation. He is CEO of Allix Srl and co-founder/CTO of Travel Verse Srl, where he leads development of VR and AI applications for cultural and tourism sectors. His work spans platforms in sensor systems, IoT, and immersive technologies. Under his guidance, the Annunciazione exhibition’s digital reconstruction and interactive experiences were developed, showcasing how advanced technologies can enhance cultural heritage engagement.
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