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Side view of the Niche Madonna of Graces on a weathered stone building, showing the statue within a glass-covered recess, alongside a window and balcony.
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Ascending Grace: The Niche Assumption of the Madonna in Rabat

Tucked away on a private residence in Rabat, Gozo, lies a beautiful 18th-19th century niche dedicated to the Madonna of Graces. This high-value cultural property offers a glimpse into the rich artistic and religious traditions of the Maltese Islands.

Rob Polli

2 min readCulture

Rabat, Gozo, is a town that proudly displays its history and deep-rooted spiritual traditions through its numerous cultural properties. Among these significant sites is the "Niche Assumption of the Madonna" (NICPMI Inv. No. 00911) , a striking piece located at 81, Triq Santa Marija. This privately owned religious property holds a "High" cultural heritage value , as designated by the Superintendence of Cultural Heritage.

A frontal, close-up shot of the stone niche housing the Madonna of Graces statue. The niche features two Doric pilasters supporting a triangular pediment, topped with a stone Trefoil Cross. The white statue of the Madonna, with open arms and a downcast gaze, is visible behind a glass or clear covering, showing some signs of wear. The surrounding stone wall is textured and aged.
A frontal, close-up shot of the stone niche housing the Madonna of Graces statue. The niche features two Doric pilasters supporting a triangular pediment, topped with a stone Trefoil Cross. The white statue of the Madonna, with open arms and a downcast gaze, is visible behind a glass or clear covering, showing some signs of wear. The surrounding stone wall is textured and aged.

The Niche and its Grand Figure

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Rob Polli

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