"The Sijena murals, often referred to as the 'Sistine Chapel of Romanesque art', depict biblical scenes and were severely damaged during the Spanish Civil War."
"Spain's supreme court ordered the Museu Nacional d'Art de Catalunya to return the Sijena murals to their original location, but the museum failed to meet the deadline."
"Concerns were raised by the municipality of Villanueva de Sijena regarding a concert by Rosalía, as vibrations from the performance could potentially harm the fragile murals."
The Sijena murals, painted in the 12th century, are significant Romanesque art housed in Barcelona's MNAC. Following damage during the Spanish Civil War, they were relocated for restoration. A legal battle ensued over their guardianship, culminating in a supreme court ruling for their return to the Sijena monastery. The museum delayed compliance, citing the need for condition evaluation. Controversy arose when a concert by Rosalía was held near the murals, raising concerns about potential damage from vibrations.
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