Sacred art in the spotlight: Maltese artist Gabriel Farrugia featured in Cultural Lab's 100 Artists of Europe
Gabriel Farrugia’s ‘Our Lady of Fatima Crown’ has been recognised in the new Italian publication.
Local artist Gabriel Farrugia has been recognised in the newly published book 100 Artists of Europe by Cultural Lab, a prestigious Italian cultural institution celebrating leading creatives from across the continent.
Featured across two pages in the book, Gabriel’s project Our Lady of Fatima Crown takes centre stage. The crown – an exquisitely detailed piece crafted from four kilograms of gold-plated sterling silver – was meticulously created over the course of five months.
Sharing the news on social media, Gabriel expressed gratitude for the international recognition. He also thanked his collaborator Joseph Duca, with whom he worked closely on what he described as a ‘labour of love and faith,’ as well as Cultural Lab for the honour.
Gabriel Farrugia’s artistic practice spans jewellery, silverware, sculpture and sacred art. Rooted in a family tradition of jewellery-making, his work reflects generations of craftsmanship refined through contemporary vision. He further honed his skills studying Jewellery Design at the Istituto Europeo di Design in Milan before returning to Malta, where he now undertakes commissions for churches and private collectors alike.
Congratulations Gabriel!