Photographic Exhibition: Corbara e il Pomodorino Corbarino di Tom Novi

25.5.2024 10:00

Helsinki Central Library Oodi

Oodi, 1st floor

Dive into the breathtaking beauty of Corbara, nestled at the Amalfi Coast's entrance, through Tom Novi's lens. This village, home to 3000, is famed for its history, traditions, and the unique Corbarino Cherry Tomato. This photographic exhibition showcases Corbara's landscapes and the tomato's role in Italian agriculture.

Experience the "Calata dell'angelo," a century-old tradition honoring Saint Erasmus with a villager, dressed as an angel, descending 150 meters by cable car, a symbolic rescue from martyrdom.

Discover the Corbarino Cherry Tomato, grown on terraces without watering, its distinctiveness from Corbara's mineral-rich soil. Through the photographic art of Tom Novi, this exhibition not only pays tribute to Corbara's rich cultural and agricultural heritage but also invites reflection on the importance of sustainability and respect for the land.Join this exclusive visual event to explore the history, tradition, and nature through the lens of one of the most acclaimed contemporary photographers.