An exhibition of paintings, drawings and sculptures by Gozitan artist Joseph Sagona (b.1942) – his third personal show – is entitled The Spirit of Decoration.

On display at the Banca Giuratale in Independence Square, Victoria until tomorrow, the exhibition epitomises the artist’s authentic spirit, characterised by simplicity and elegance.

The works on display encompass different genres, including landscape paintings, religious and secular works, as well as decorative schemes.

The pencil drawings and decorative inventions demonstrate Sagona’s mastery in the ornamental language.

The artist’s extensive oeuvre in design and decoration has been translated into various media, including silver, wood, marble, bronze, stucco and embroidery.

Sagona received his early artistic training under Giambattista Conti and Giuseppe Galea. He also studied with Giuseppe Briffa and Marco Montebello.