Arti Magri

07/09/2026

Marija Bambina – In-Naxxar
Verżjoni Titulari

F’sena ta’ sinifikat speċjali għall-komunità Naxxarija, bi pjaċir nippreżentaw din ir-replika fidila ta’ Marija Bambina, imsejsa fuq l-istatwa titulari meqjuma fil-Knisja Parrokkjali tan-Naxxar.

Is-sena 2026 timmarka t-300 sena mill-wasla tal-istatwa titulari fin-Naxxar, tliet sekli li matulhom din ix-xbieha saret parti mill-istorja, id-devozzjoni u t-tradizzjoni tal-komunità Naxxarija.

Din l-istatwa ġiet studjata bir-reqqa sabiex jiġu id-disinni li jinsabu fuq l-istatwa titulari kif ukoll il-karatteristiċi tagħha.

Id-disinni barokki preżenti fuq l-istatwa oriġinali ġew studjati u riprodotti fuq l-iskala sabiex jiġu adattati mad-daqs ta’ din ir-replika. Ingħatat ukoll attenzjoni partikolari lill-elementi lewn id-deheb u il-fidda u sintendi lir-raġġiera maestuża li tagħti lill-istatwa s-silwett tant karatteristiku tagħha.

Kull element ġie maħdum, irfinut u miżbugħ bl-idejn, b’rispett lejn l-istatwa titulari u lejn il-wirt artistiku u devozzjonali li tirrappreżenta.

F’dan l-anniversarju storiku, Arti Magri tingħaqad mal-komunità Naxxarija u mad-devoti ta’ Marija Bambina fit-tifkira ta’ 300 sena mill-wasla tal-istatwa titulari fin-Naxxar.

Imwaqqfa fl-1985 • Magħmula bl-idejn f’Malta

Marija Bambina – Naxxar

Titular Version

In a year of special significance for the Naxxar community, we are pleased to present this faithful replica of Marija Bambina, based on the titular statue venerated at the Parish Church of Naxxar.

The year 2026 marks 300 years since the arrival of the titular statue in Naxxar, three centuries during which this sacred image has become an integral part of the history, devotion and tradition of the Naxxar community.

The statue was carefully studied in order to reproduce the designs found on the titular statue, together with its distinctive characteristics.

The Baroque designs present on the original statue were individually studied and reproduced to scale, allowing them to be faithfully adapted to the dimensions of this replica. Particular attention was also given to the gold and silver elements and, of course, to the majestic radiating glory that gives the statue its unmistakable silhouette.

Every element has been handcrafted, finished and painted by hand, with respect for the titular statue and the artistic and devotional heritage it represents.

On this historic anniversary, Arti Magri joins the Naxxar community and all devotees of Marija Bambina in commemorating 300 years since the arrival of the titular statue in Naxxar.

Established in 1985 • Handcrafted in Malta

06/09/2026

Santa Katarina ta’ Lixandra – Iż-Żurrieq
Verżjoni Titulari

Fl-okkażjoni tal-festa ta’ Santa Katarina ta’ Lixandra, patruna taż-Żurrieq, bi pjaċir nippreżentaw din il-verżjoni ġdida li hija replika fidila tal-istatwa titulari meqjuma fil-Knisja Parrokkjali taż-Żurrieq.

Għal din l-istatwa, sar studju bir-reqqa ta dik oriġinali sabiex jiġu riprodotti l-proporzjonijiet, il-poża, il-moviment tad-drapp u d-dettalji li jagħtuha l-karattru distintiv tagħha.

Din ir-replika timmarka wkoll pass ġdid għal Arti Magri. Għall-ewwel darba, id-disinni preżenti fuq l-istatwa titulari ġew studjati u mpinġija individwalment, imbagħad riprodotti fuq skala sabiex jiġu adattati fedelment mad-daqs ta’ din ir-replika. B’hekk stajna nġibu mhux biss il-forma tal-opra oriġinali, iżda wkoll ir-rikkezza tad-dettall li tikkaratterizzaha.

Kull element ġie maħdum, irfinut u miżbugħ bl-idejn, b’rispett lejn l-istatwa titulari u lejn il-wirt artistiku u devozzjonali li tirrappreżenta.

F’dan il-jum tal-festa, inwasslu l-isbaħ xewqat tagħna lill-komunità taż-Żurrieq u lid-devoti kollha ta’ Santa Katarina.
Imwaqqfa fl-1985 • Magħmula bl-idejn f’Malta

Saint Catherine of Alexandria – Żurrieq
Titular Version

On the occasion of the Feast of Saint Catherine of Alexandria, patron saint of Żurrieq, we are pleased to present this new version, a faithful replica of the titular statue venerated in the Parish Church of Żurrieq.

For this statue, the original was carefully studied in order to reproduce its proportions, pose, the movement of the drapery, and the details that give it its distinctive character.

This replica also marks a new step for Arti Magri. For the first time, the designs present on the titular statue were individually studied and sketched, then reproduced to scale to faithfully adapt them to the size of this replica. In doing so, we sought to capture not only the form of the original work, but also the richness of detail that characterises it.

Every element has been crafted, finished and painted by hand, with respect for the titular statue and the artistic and devotional heritage it represents.

On this feast day, we extend our best wishes to the community of Żurrieq and to all devotees of Saint Catherine.

Established in 1985 • Handmade in Malta

30/08/2026

23/08/2026

San Bartilmew – Ħal Għargħur
Verżjoni Martri

Din il-verżjoni ta’ San Bartilmew hija msejsa fuq l-istatwa meqjuma fil-Knisja Parrokkjali ta’ Ħal Għargħur, filwaqt li tippreżenta interpretazzjoni differenti mill-vara titulari.

Id-differenza ewlenija tinsab fl-użu tal-kulur aħmar minflok l-aħdar. Din l-għażla saret bi ħsieb, hekk kif fit-tradizzjoni Nisranija l-aħmar ilu għal sekli sħaħ marbut mal-martirju u s-sagrifiċċju, u għalhekk jirrifletti x-xhieda u l-martirju ta’ San Bartilmew.

Filwaqt li żammejna l-karattru, il-kompożizzjoni u d-dettalji tal-istatwa titulari ta’ Ħal Għargħur, permezz ta’ din l-interpretazzjoni ridna nħallu l-kulur jirrakkonta aspett ieħor mill-istorja tal-qaddis.

Imwaqqfa fl-1985 • Magħmula bl-idejn f’Malta

Saint Bartholomew – Għargħur
Martyr Version

This version of Saint Bartholomew is based on the statue venerated in the Parish Church of Għargħur, while presenting a different interpretation of the titular statue.

The main difference lies in the use of red instead of green. This choice was intentional, as in Christian tradition red has for centuries been associated with martyrdom and sacrifice, reflecting the witness and martyrdom of Saint Bartholomew.

While preserving the character, composition and details of the titular statue of Għargħur, through this interpretation we wanted to allow colour to tell another aspect of the saint’s story.

Established in 1985 • Handmade in Malta

03/08/2026

It-Trasfigurazzjoni ta' Sidna Ġesù Kristu – Ħal Lija
Verżjoni Titulari

Din l-istatwa hija replika fidila tal-istatwa titulari meqjuma fil-Parroċċa ta’ Ħal Lija.
L-għan tagħna bħala Arti Magri huwa li noħolqu repliki li jersqu kemm jista' jkun lejn l-opra oriġinali. Dan jintlaħaq permezz ta' studju bir-reqqa tal-istatwa titulari, fejn jiġu osservati l-proporzjonijiet, il-kompożizzjoni, il-moviment u anke l-iċken dettal, sabiex kull replika żżomm il-karattru u l-identità tal-opra oriġinali.

L-istatwa proċessjonali oriġinali, maħduma mill-iskultur Malti Carlo Darmanin u kkummissjonata fl-1864, hija waħda mit-teżori artistiċi ta' Ħal Lija u ilha takkumpanja lill-komunità u lid-devoti tagħha matul il-festa tat-Trasfigurazzjoni għal b***a ġenerazzjonijiet.
Kull element ta' din ir-replika ġie maħdum u miżbugħ bl-idejn b'rispett lejn il-wirt artistiku u reliġjuż Malti, sabiex din l-opra tkompli t-tradizzjoni tal-iskultura devozzjonali f'Malta.

Nirringrazzjaw lis-segwaċi kollha ta' din il-paġna tal-appoġġ kontinwu tagħhom u nwasslu l-awgurji tagħna lill-komunità ta' Ħal Lija u lid-devoti kollha li qed jiċċelebraw il-festa tat-Trasfigurazzjoni.

Imwaqqfa fl-1985 • Magħmula bl-idejn f'Malta

The Transfiguration of Our Lord – Lija
Titular Version

This sculpture is a faithful replica of the titular statue venerated in the Parish Church of Lija.
Our aim at Arti Magri is to create replicas that remain as faithful as possible to the original work. This is achieved through careful study of the titular statue, examining its proportions, composition, movement and even the smallest details, ensuring that every replica preserves the character and identity of the original sculpture.

The original processional statue, sculpted by the Maltese sculptor Carlo Darmanin and commissioned in 1864, is one of Lija's artistic treasures and has accompanied the community and its devotees throughout the annual Feast of the Transfiguration for generations.
Every element of this replica has been handcrafted and hand-painted with respect for Malta's artistic and religious heritage, allowing this work to continue the tradition of devotional sculpture in Malta.

We thank everyone who continues to support our page and extend our best wishes to the community of Lija and to all devotees celebrating the Feast of the Transfiguration.

Established in 1985 • Handmade in Malta

08/07/2026

L-Annunzjata – Ħal Balzan
Verżjoni Titulari

Din l-istatwa hija replika tal-istatwa titulari meqjuma fil-Parroċċa ta' Ħal Balzan.

L-għan tagħna f'Arti Magri huwa li noħolqu repliki li jersqu kemm jista' jkun lejn l-opra oriġinali. Dan jista' jintlaħaq biss permezz ta' studju bir-reqqa tal-istatwa titulari, fejn jiġu osservati u analizzati anke l-iżgħar dettalji sabiex ir-replika tkun kemm jista' jkun fidila lejn l-oriġinal.

Kull parti ġiet maħduma u mżejna bl-idejn b'rispett lejn il-wirt artistiku u reliġjuż Malti, sabiex din l-opra tkompli t-tradizzjoni tal-iskultura devozzjonali f'Malta.

Nirringrazzjaw lis-segwaċi kollha ta' din il-paġna tal-appoġġ kontinwu tagħhom u nwasslu l-awgurji tagħna lill-komunità ta' Ħal Balzan u lid-devoti kollha tal-Annunzjata.

Imwaqqfa fl-1985 • Malta

The Annunciation – Ħal Balzan
Titular Version

This statue is a faithful replica of the revered titular statue venerated in the Parish Church of Ħal Balzan.

At Arti Magri, our aim is to create replicas that remain as faithful as possible to the original work. This can only be achieved through careful study of the original statue, where even the smallest details are closely observed and analysed to ensure the highest possible level of accuracy.

Every element has been handcrafted and finished with great care and respect for Malta's artistic and religious heritage, continuing the long tradition of Maltese devotional sculpture.

We would like to thank everyone who continues to support our work, and we extend our best wishes to the community of Ħal Balzan and to all devotees celebrating the Feast of the Annunciation.

Established in 1985 • Malta

04/07/2026

San Pawl – Rabat
Verżjoni Titulari

Din l-istatwa ta San Pawl hija ispirata mill-istatwa titulari meqjuma tant ġewwa l-Kolleġġjata Bażilika u Proto-Parroċċa ta’ San Pawl fir-Rabat. Din il-verżjoni hija maħduma bl-idejn b’attenzjoni lejn il-proporzjnojiet, il-karatteristiċi u d-dettalji li jagħmlu l-istatwa oriġinali tant għażiża għad-devoti tagħha.
Permezz ta' studju bir-reqqa u xogħol metikoluż fuq kull element, din l-opra tkompli t-tradizzjoni ta' skultura devozzjonali Maltija b'rispett lejn il-wirt artistiku u reliġjuż tagħna.

Nawguraw il-festa t-tajba lill-komunità tar-Rabat u lid-devoti kollha ta' San Pawl.

Imwaqqfa fl-1985 • Malta

Saint Paul – Rabat
Titular Version

This sculpture of Saint Paul is inspired by the revered titular statue venerated in the Collegiate Basilica and Proto-Parish of Saint Paul in Rabat. Handcrafted with careful attention to the proportions, distinctive character and intricate details of the original, this version faithfully reflects the devotional image that has been cherished by generations of devotees.
Through careful artistic research and meticulous craftsmanship, this work continues the Maltese tradition of devotional sculpture while honouring our rich artistic and religious heritage.

We extend our best wishes to the community of Rabat and to all devotees of Saint Paul on the occasion of the feast.

Established in 1985 • Malta

26/06/2026

San Nikola ta' Bari

Interpretazzjoni ġdida ta' statwa ispirata minn kromolitografija devozzjonali tal-bidu tas-seklu għoxrin.

Maħduma bl-idejn b'attenzjoni kbira lejn l-opra oriġinali, din il-verżjoni żżomm il-karattru u l-ikonografija tradizzjonali ta' San Nikola filwaqt li tagħti ħajja ġdida lil immaġni devozzjonali storika.

Imwaqqfa fl-1985 • Maħduma bl-idejn f'Malta

Saint Nicholas of Bari

A new sculptural interpretation inspired by an early twentieth century devotional chromolithograph.

Carefully sculpted by hand with close attention to the original artwork, this version faithfully captures the character and traditional iconography of Saint Nicholas while bringing a historic devotional image to life in three dimensions.

Established in 1985 • Handmade in Malta

18/06/2026

Santa Katarina ta’ Lixandra – Żejtun

Verżjoni Titulari

Ispirata mill-istatwa titulari meqjuma ġewwa ż-Żejtun, din il-verżjoni ġiet maħduma b’attenzjoni lejn il-proporzjonijiet, il-karatteristiċi u d-dettalji li jagħmlu l-oriġinal tant għażiż għall-komunità Żejtunija.

Permezz ta’ studju bir-reqqa u xogħol metikoluż fuq kull element, din l-opra tkompli t-tradizzjoni ta’ arti devozzjonali Maltija mibnija fuq sengħa, rispett u fedeltà lejn il-mudelli oriġinali.

Nawguraw il-festa t-tajba lill-komunità kollha taż-Żejtun u lid-devoti ta’ Santa Katarina ta’ Lixandra.

Imwaqqfa fl-1985 · Malta

Saint Catherine of Alexandria – Żejtun
Titular Version

Inspired by the titular statue venerated in Żejtun, this version has been crafted with careful attention to the proportions, characteristics and details that make the original so cherished by the Żejtun community.

Through meticulous study and dedicated craftsmanship, this work continues the tradition of Maltese devotional art, founded on skill, respect and fidelity to the original models.

We extend our best wishes to the people of Żejtun and to all devotees of Saint Catherine of Alexandria on the occasion of her feast.

Established in 1985 · Malta

14/06/2026

F’jum il-festa ta' San Filep t'Aġġira, qedgħin nippreżentaw din il-verżjoni ispirata direttament mill-istatwa titulari meqjuma fil-Parroċċa ta' Ħaż-Żebbuġ, xogħol il-magħruf skultur Taljan Luigi Fontana.
Maħduma b'attenzjoni lejn il-proporzjonijiet, il-karatteristiċi u d-dettalji tal-oriġinal, din il-verżjoni tfakkar waħda mill-aktar opri devozzjonali għeżież għall-poplu Żebbuġi.
Nawguraw il-festa t-tajba lill-komunità kollha ta' Ħaż-Żebbuġ u lid-devoti ta' San Filep t'Aġġira.

Imwaqqfa fl- 1985 · ARTI MAGRI

On the Feast Day of Saint Philip of Agira, we are pleased to present this version inspired directly by the titular statue venerated in the Parish Church of Ħaż-Żebbuġ, the work of the renowned Italian sculptor Luigi Fontana.
Crafted with careful attention to the proportions, features and details of the original, this version pays tribute to one of the most cherished devotional works of art for the people of Żebbuġ.
We extend our best wishes to the entire community of Ħaż-Żebbuġ and to all devotees of Saint Philip of Agira on this special feast day.

Established in 1985 · ARTI MAGRI