Claudio Gualandi’s “Gate of Angels” donated to Ferrara for UNESCO 30th

Claudio Gualandi’s “Gate of Angels” donated to Ferrara for UNESCO 30th anniversary

The Municipality of Ferrara has received as a donation an illustration by local artist Claudio Gualandi, created to mark the 30th anniversary of the city's UNESCO listing (1995-2025). The artwork depicts the Porta degli Angeli, an historic city gate and symbol of the Addizione Erculea, and accompanies plans to convert the site into a contemporary cultural hub for promoting UNESCO sites across the province.

Key points for those interested in UNESCO heritage and local cultural developments:

• Work and artist: illustration by Claudio Gualandi, scenographer and illustrator with a long record of works focused on Ferrara.
• Purpose: to celebrate the UNESCO 30th anniversary and to symbolise the promotion of provincial UNESCO sites.
• Presentation: the piece was shown last November at the Ridotto del Teatro and has now been donated to the Municipality.
• Local project: the Porta degli Angeli is intended to become a cultural hub to showcase monuments and routes linked to the World Heritage listing.
• Public response: the plan and its interventions have prompted feedback from local associations and members of the technical and political community.

Visitors and heritage enthusiasts should view the donation as part of Ferrara’s ongoing cultural narrative. Check municipal and cultural institution updates for information on displays, guided visits and events related to the Porta degli Angeli and other protected sites.