Andrés García Ibáñez - ART SHOW - Fundación Bancaja

Fundación Bancaja. Housed inside a beautifully restored historical bank building right in the heart of Plaza de Tetuán, this multi-floor cultural hub is a true pillar of the local arts scene—famous for hosting masterworks by heavyweights like Joaquín Sorolla and Picasso.

If you are planning a visit between now and the new year, a spectacular new exhibition just opened its doors:

Andrés García Ibáñez: Una Mirada al Realismo Español [A Look at Spanish Realism]

• Dates: September 25, 2026 – January 10, 2027

eGuide * CARVED FROM TOSCA: A Historian's Guide to Xàbia's Ancient Heritage

Step back in time and uncover the ancient history and architectural treasures of one of the Costa Blanca's most enchanting coastal towns. 

Written by historical and educator Karla Ingleton Darocas, B.A. (Hons), this comprehensive guide invites history enthusiasts, travelers, and culture lovers to look beyond the surface and explore the rich heritage forged from local tosca stone.

Inside the Guide:

• The Islamic Period: Discover how the Moors introduced advanced agricultural and building systems that forever altered the Marina Alta landscape.
  

• The Medieval Christian Era: Explore regional conflicts and the defensive urban planning that shaped the fortified old town after the fourteenth-century repopulation.
  

• Architectural Marvels: Uncover the high-status hybrid elegance of the Sapena Palace, the monumental engineering of San Bartolomé, and the masterfully resurrected civic Gothic lines of the 1946 Municipal Market.

• Price: €8.00

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ANIMAL SYMBOLISM - ART AND THE MEDIEVAL MIND

Symbolic and magical thought were foundational to the medieval mindset, serving as a primary framework for understanding the universe. Symbols provided a way to connect with, and refer to, a higher, hidden, and sacred reality. In medieval theology, mastering and employing this symbolic language was considered a profound act of homage paid to the supreme being, God.

STARRY CHAPEL OF THE HOLY CHALIS

The old chapter house (built between 1356 and 1369 and known today as the Holy Grail Chapel) was originally where the canons met to discuss internal affairs. Today, it houses one of the most spectacular star vaults in Valencia. 

In 1496, when the nave was extended to link the Bell Tower and the Chapter House, the architect Pere Compte built the connecting corridor. Compte, who was employed by the House of Borgia, also designed La Lonja in Valencia and the Monastery of Sant Jeroni de Cotalba in Alfauir near Gandia, where he created a magnificent Gothic spiral staircase, intricate sculptures, and the coffered ceilings of the upper cloister.

The Marquetry of the Borja Ducal Palace

The Masterpiece Beneath Our Feet

Flooring is often designed to be functional, but in the highest achievements of interior architecture, it becomes a canvas for master craftsmanship. The extraordinary wooden floor of the oratory (or Santa Capella) inside the Palau Ducal dels Borja in Gandia, Spain, serves as a prime example of how decorative art can elevate a sacred space. 

Lorca, Dalí, and the Barcelona Spring of 1925

The Dawn of the Vanguard

The history of the European avant-garde is often written through its manifestos, exhibitions, and public scandals. Yet, some of its most profound shifts occurred in intimate, quiet moments of intellectual friction. 

INSIGNE COLLEGIATE CHURCH OF SANTA MARÍA

GANDIA’S GOTHIC JEWEL

The building is a historic Roman Catholic basilica commonly known as La Seu de Gandia. It is the city's primary church and architectural landmark.

Church of Our Lady of Loreto de Jávea

SACRED MODERNISM IN JAVEA PORT

Wedged tightly within the narrow, historic backstreets of the Duanes de la Mar neighborhood, you will find one of the most radical examples of mid-century religious architecture in Spain. 

Sorolla’s Truth: Tradition, Triumph, and Artistic Freedom

True artistic freedom is earned. 

Between 1890 and 1900, Joaquín Sorolla y Bastida masterfully navigated the complex Spanish art market, blending traditional regional customs with striking social commentary.

In "Sorolla’s Truth: Tradition, Triumph, and Artistic Freedom," Karla dissects the critical transition period that propelled Sorolla to international acclaim. 

This 72-page, fully illustrated study guide offers an in-depth exploration of the artistic movements he leveraged to paint entirely on his own terms.

Perfect for art historians, students, and collectors alike. 

Available now in high-resolution, full colour. 

[eGuide - 7,00 €]

How did Joaquín Sorolla buy his creative freedom? 

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Discover the Academic Roots of Sorolla

The true brilliance of Joaquín Sorolla lies in his journey, not just his destination. 

To truly appreciate the master, you must walk in his footsteps from the very beginning. 

This exclusive study guide, Awakening the Brush: The Early Mastery of Joaquín Sorolla (1878 to 1890), retraces the early triumphs, the lessons learned, and the foundation that forged a legend. 

See how every brush stroke between 1878 and 1890 built the "Painter of Light."

Unlock this deeper encounter with Sorolla —Get your guide today.

[eBook / Lecture Guide - 5,00 €]

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