Investiture at St John’s Co Cathedral

The Investiture at St John’s
Beneath a vault of gilded grace,
A solemn rite takes noble place.
White robes, red carpet, vows are sworn—
In sacred halls where knights are born.

This acrylic on canvas employs high-detail architectural realism combined with ceremonial narrative, capturing the ornate splendor of St John’s Co-Cathedral during a ritual of the Knights of St John. The work showcases precise draftsmanship, layered brushwork, and controlled light, emphasizing both historical depth and symbolic pageantry. It fits within the tradition of ceremonial heritage painting, where faith, honor, and Maltese identity converge in visual grandeur.