Illuminations of Guadamecí Art open now in Córdoba
An exhibition of Guadamecí leatherwork by international specialist Jorge Centofanti is currently on show at the Palacio de Congresos in Córdoba.
The exhibition, titled Iluminaciones del Arte Guadamecí, brings together 60 exclusive pieces of moulded, tooled, engraved, and gilded leather. It is the first time these works have been shown in Spain.
Guadamecí is a long-established Córdoba tradition involving the decoration of leather with gold, silver, pigments, and raised or incised designs. The technique has been maintained for centuries by regional workshops and by a small number of dedicated practitioners.
Mr Centofanti noted the strong local context for the craft, explaining to Leatherbiz that Córdoba remains an important centre for Guadamecí since it was introduced to the city during the period of the Umayyads. He added that there are many artists working in different styles and said that this concentration of activity creates an encouraging environment for the craft.
The Palacio de Congresos on Calle Torrijos is hosting the exhibition from November 3 to 28.
Image: La conferencia de los pájaros: White lambskin shaped, tooled, formed, engraved, and gilded with gold leaf.
