Descrizione
The Church of San Silvestro, situated in the heart of the historic centre, is an important example of Neoclassical architecture that reflects the elegance and simplicity of the late 18th-century style. Built towards the end of the 18th century, it was designed by the architect Cosimo Morelli of Imola, renowned for his works in the Papal States. The church overlooks the village’s main square, opposite the Civic Tower.
Inside, the Church of San Silvestro houses an artistic heritage of great significance. Eight large canvases, painted between the 17th and 19th centuries, adorn the walls, bearing witness to the community’s devotion and its links with important artists of the period. Among these, the ‘Madonna della Misericordia incoronata dalla Trinità’ stands out: an altarpiece from 1667 attributed to Andrea Michieli, known as ‘il Vicentino’.
This work, originally housed in the small votive church of the Madonna delle Grazie, situated outside the village walls, was commissioned by Tebaldo Cumano, further enriching the village’s religious heritage.
Another notable feature is the 16th-century Crucifix, which represents a rare example of sacred art from that period. The evocative atmosphere of the church is made even more intense by the presence of an 18th-century pipe organ, built by organ builders from Bologna and Verucchio. Recently restored, the organ is still in working order, lending the church a musical dimension that enriches liturgical celebrations and cultural events.
The church is dedicated to Pope Saint Sylvester, a historical figure associated with the last day of the year, symbolising the transition from the old to the new and renewing, each time, a sense of continuity and rebirth. Its central location and artistic heritage make it a landmark. An unmissable stop for anyone wishing to discover the cultural and spiritual identity of this charming village in the Montefeltro region.
