What is the story of Madonna of Lourdes in Victoria (Rabat)?
What is the historical context of this niche?
Situated on a façade of a private residence.
What can we learn from the artistic analysis of this niche?
Virgin portrayed with open arms inviting the devotee to bring forward prayers.
How is this niche's architectural framing unique?
Inverted pointed console, perforated rectangular box, rounded segmented arch, and small Cross.
What are the unique elements of Madonna of Lourdes?
Illuminated by light bulbs inserted within a surrounding starred metal frame.
How can I see this niche in a 360° virtual lookaround?
Drag to look around • Click to focus • Scroll to zoom
What is the meaning behind the depiction and symbolism?
"The Madonna of Lourdes appears in her traditional white gown and blue mantle, hands open in greeting—recalling her apparition to Bernadette."
What is the devotional context of Madonna of Lourdes?
Madonna of Lourdes
A 19th-century devotion spreading from France, the Madonna of Lourdes depicts Mary in white robes and a blue sash, hands joined in prayer within a grotto. In Gozo’s limestone, these niches echo the very texture of the Massabielle cave — a natural meeting of faith and landscape. The image promises healing, humility, and the grace found in simplicity.
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The Photographer
Rob Polli
Researched, written, and photographed by Rob Polli, based in Malta, who personally visits and documents each street shrine.
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