Progetto Arte Poli was entrusted with the renovation of Corpus Christi Cathedral’s interior by Bishop Mulvey, who wished to give the completed work to the community as a gift before retiring. The project restored the altar and liturgical furnishing to the center of the church, giving the apse a clear, defined focus inkeeping with the cathedral’s role as the heart of the diocese.
The previous dark decoration was replaced with a brighter, more luminous palette, letting light take on a greater role in the space. Modern design elements were combined with classical references, resulting in a cathedral that honors its tradition while speaking to the present.
Inauguration of the Cathedral at the end of the renovation
The making of the mosaic
For the apse, Progetto Arte Poli created a 24k gold leaf mosaic that covers the entire apse wall. Crafted using ancient traditional mosaic technique, the result is a breathtaking golden surface that seamlessly blends with and accentuates the existing decorations. The mosaic serves as the focal point of the apse, illuminating the Cathedrak with with reflected light and forming a radiant backdrop for teh Crucifix.
Sketch of a portal
A new monumental entrance was created for the Cathedral, featuring three entry portals adorned with bronze reliefs depicting different scenes from the Bible. All portals were produced using the traditional lost-wax casting techniques , developed from handmade clay models created by our master craftsmen.
The marble block before sculpting
Progetto Arte Poli continues to employ traditional techniques to create hadn-carved, life-sized statues from solid marble blocks. This staue of the Good Sheperd was createdfroma single block of marble. Using ancient methods, our master craftsmen carved the stone, bringing texture and expression to the material.
