A statue restored

The 125 year-old statue of St Julian in my hometown of St. Julian’s was recently restored to coincide with the arrival of this statue to the parish. It was crafted by Carlo Darmanin, who had crafted several other statues in various Maltese churches. It is made of paper-mache, and it represents the saint looking down at a deer who looks up to him. His ornate clothing is highlighted with golden trim, while a sword hangs from his side, and a leather belt hangs across his chest. 

The restoration took an entire year, and during that time some parts of the statue were re-enforced.  It was done by the company called Atelier del Restauro Ltd, a company specializing in restoration of statues. Various restorations were done over the past 125 years, but this was the most professional and complete overhaul of this beloved statue. The statue of St. Julian stands on an ornate pedestal gilded in gold, and will be carried in a procession through the streets of St Julian’s on Sunday evening.