Set up 26 years ago as a non-profit making organisation by a small group of individuals who were passionate about the islands' cultural heritage and concerned about its welfare, Fondazzjoni Patrimonju Malti (Maltese Heritage Foundation) has been spreading awareness of the island's extensive heritage both in Malta and internationally, through museums, exhibitions and publications. Moreover, Patrimonju has earned an enviable reputation for the spectacular exhibitions it has already organised in its relatively short existence.

HSBC Malta Foundation, a longstanding supporter, has now pledged another €35,000 to Fondazzjoni Patrimonju Malti to reinforce its mission of spreading awareness of the unique Maltese's cultural heritage.

HSBC Malta CEO Andrew Beane said: "We view our association with Fondazzjoni Patrimonju Malti with respect and pride as it underlines our mutual affinity and appreciation for the beautiful heritage including lesser-known aspects of Maltese art such as Maltese wall clocks (l-Arloġġ tal-Lira), antique silver jewellery and antique furniture and costumes - that one can find in Malta, whether in Mdina, Valletta or in one of the various localities."

The donation was handed by Beane to Michael Lowell, CEO Fondazzjoni Patrimonju Malti, during a visit at Palazzo Falson in Mdina where an exhibition entitled The Devil of the brush is currently being displayed.

Lowell stated that The Devil of the brush is a first in a new series of exhibitions that moves away from the examination of objects for their type and function and explores concepts and their manifestation in art. The exhibition celebrates speed and explores the exciting dynamics between artistic invention and technical brilliance through paintings, statuary, drawings, modelli and bozzetti executed by the major protagonists of Maltese art between 1650 and 2000. 

This exhibition is open for viewing until 25 March.