Museo de Arte Sacra de Santa Clara
Sacred art museum in three Baroque rooms of the Poor Clares' convent in Allariz, with the Virxe Abrideira as its main piece.
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About the museum
The Poor Clares' convent of Allariz was founded by Queen Violante, wife of Alfonso X the Wise. The present building dates from the 18th century, although its inner structure goes back to the 13th century. Over the centuries the monastery gathered works of great value, and some of them are now shown to the public.
The museum occupies three small Baroque rooms of the convent. The most important piece is the Virxe Abrideira, a small ivory carving from the late 13th century that was probably a gift from Queen Violante. Another outstanding work is a Gothic goldwork cross combining rock crystal and vitreous enamel, which brings several materials together.
Highlights
- Virxe Abrideira, ivory carving from the late 13th century
- Gothic goldwork cross with rock crystal and enamel
- Three Baroque rooms within the Poor Clares' convent
- Free admission
Permanent exhibition
- Colección de arte sacro del convento de Santa Clara – Religious works from the Poor Clares' convent, including the ivory Virxe Abrideira and a Gothic cross of rock crystal and enamel.
Admission & discounts
Admission is free.
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Free admission.
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