The Brotherhood of the Captive displays its heritage in the exhibition 'Dressed in Sun' at the Malaga Museum

The Málaga Museum inaugurated this Thursday the exhibition Dressed in Sun, a temporary project that has brought together about thirty pieces of sacred art from the Brotherhood of the Captive to celebrate the 25th anniversary of the canonical coronation of the Virgin of Trinidad. The event was attended by the Culture and Sports Minister, Patricia del Pozo, and the Minister of Economy, Finance and European Funds, Carolina España, who led the institutional representation, accompanied by the elder brother of the corporation, Mario Ortega, and other personalities from the brotherhood and cultural scene of the city.

The exhibition, organized by the Málaga Museum and the Brotherhood of the Captive and curated by Ignacio A. Castillo, is set up in the temporary exhibition hall Eugenio Chicano. Under the title taken from the Apocalypse, Dressed in Sun, it offers a journey through the devotional heritage of one of the most beloved Marian images of the capital, significantly expanded since its coronation in the year 2000. Visitors can view emblematic pieces such as the processional cloak of Joaquín Salcedo Canca, the palanquin of the Holy Monday throne, or the coronation crown, as well as recent additions that the brotherhood has incorporated into its trousseau: the robe of Salvador Oliver, the diadem of Alberto Quirós, the banner with painting by Raúl Berzosa, or the silver crown designed by Curro Claros. The collection is completed with historical documents, scores, photographs, and the coronation decree itself.

The inaugural act was conducted by Jorge González, director of the Hotel Málaga Palacio, who welcomed the audience and introduced the leaders and artists present. “This exhibition has been one of the actions of the 25th anniversary that are being done, but at the same time it is one of the most special. Thanks to everyone who made this possible and, above all, to the Junta de Andalucía for the loan of this space,” he expressed.

On behalf of the Brotherhood of the Captive, its elder brother spoke, highlighting the pride of the corporation for sharing its heritage with the city. “I have no words of gratitude for the councilor and the city council team for this magnificent act and exhibition. Today our brotherhood has been happy to place our legacy in this house,” he noted.

The curator of the exhibition and herald of Holy Week Málaga 2026, Ignacio A. Castillo, delivered a poignant speech that began by appealing to collective memory. “What is the most vivid memory you have of the Captive's departure?” he asked, before highlighting the importance of the event: “It is fortunate to show all the trousseau of the brotherhood for everyone to see.” Castillo was the elder brother of the corporation from 2016 to 2021 and coordinated the events of the canonical coronation of the Virgin of Trinidad in the year 2000, which reinforces his link with the anniversary now being celebrated.

The Culture and Sports Minister, Patricia del Pozo, closed the round of speeches by highlighting the significance of the exhibition and the role of the brotherhoods in Andalusia. “You do not have to thank us for being at home. Here is the culture and it is the home of all. Sacred art is part of our heritage and represents us around the world. The treasures of the brotherhoods and sacred art are the greatest exponents of this exhibition and of our culture,” she stated. “Thanks to you for the effort, to the people of Malaga for preserving what you have and for growing the heritage that all Andalusians enjoy,” she added, before reminding that “the region can be perfectly structured through its brotherhoods spread throughout the territory.”

“The exhibition makes available to all Andalusians excellent pieces of sacred art of undeniable patrimonial, devotional, and identity value,” highlighted Del Pozo, who also recalled that since 2019 the Junta de Andalucía has dedicated more than 16 million euros to preserve, protect, and catalog this religious legacy.

The event culminated with the presentation of medals of the brotherhood to Carolina España, the director of the Málaga Museum, María Morente, and Patricia del Pozo herself.

Dressed in Sun can be visited until October 19 and will be accompanied by a parallel program of cultural activities, including lectures and concerts. The commemoration will culminate with an extraordinary procession of the Virgin of Trinidad on Saturday, October 25.