Francesca Thyssen-Bornemisza, confinada en un monasterio de una idílica isla de Croacia

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Francesca Thyssen-Bornemisza llegó a la pequeña isla croata de Lopud en 1992. Había conocido a un monje franciscano en la aún devastada Dubrovnik que la llevó a un monasterio en ruinas, ocupado por primera vez en 1483, en esta isla donde solo vive un centenar de habitantes de forma permanente, tiene una capilla en la cima del siglo X y está situada a una hora en ferry de la ciudad amurallada.

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Sending a glow of hope to everyone, we hope you find peace with this panic and that we beat this superbug back to oblivion. #lopud1483

A post shared by Francesca Thyssen Bornemisza (@franticbornemisza) on Mar 14, 2020 at 11:49am PDT

A post shared by Francesca Thyssen Bornemisza (@franticbornemisza) on Mar 14, 2020 at 11:49am PDT

Se enamoró al instante del monasterio de piedra incluido en 1996 en la lista de lugares en peligro del Fondo Mundial de Monumentos. Fueron necesarias varias décadas para que, tras una minuciosa rehabilitación y una larga concesión, lo abrirera al público en 2018 convertido en una espectacular galería de arte con parte de los tesoros de la colección familiar de Francesca y un espacio para organizar desde retiros de yoga a bodas.

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There is light at the end of the tunnel… don't despair. We will come out of this stronger and more resilient than ever. It's time to be optimistic but realist at the same time. Love and kindness will show us the way.

A post shared by Francesca Thyssen Bornemisza (@franticbornemisza) on Apr 26, 2020 at 1:46pm PDT

A post shared by Francesca Thyssen Bornemisza (@franticbornemisza) on Apr 26, 2020 at 1:46pm PDT

Ahí, en Lopud 1438, es donde pasa el confinamiento la hija del barón Thyssen y la modelo Fiona Campbell-Walter con, al menos, una de sus hijas, Eleonore y su prometido el piloto de automovilismo belga Jérôme d’Ambrosio, y el director de su fundación de arte contemporáneo TBA21, Markus Reyman.

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My isolation is here on Lopud. We swim 1 minute a day in freezing water, sort of a cryo therapy do boost immune system. As important as it is to stay in touch with friends and colleagues, and to reinforce a sence of community, and give each other support, I thing the journey onwards is crucial for reinforcing our immune system. Meditation, yoga, or some form of cardio or exercise, cold water dips, healthy food, Vitamin C and zink… this all takes time to prepare, find, stockpile… most importantly be kind to yourself! It's easy to say, and as idyllic this image is, it was quite an effort to jump into the freezing cold sea! Even on a warm sunny day… #selfcare #meditation #yoga #care #community's #prepared #Lopud #lopud1483

A post shared by Francesca Thyssen Bornemisza (@franticbornemisza) on Mar 13, 2020 at 11:47pm PDT

A post shared by Francesca Thyssen Bornemisza (@franticbornemisza) on Mar 13, 2020 at 11:47pm PDT

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After nearly a month in quarentine in the Franciscan monastry on Lopud, we took our first hike up to the 10th century chapel which is right on the top of one of the island hills. It offers a stunning view towards Mljet and on to Corčula where Marco Polo was born! Gloria is such a breath of fresh air. Always bright and positive!

A post shared by Francesca Thyssen Bornemisza (@franticbornemisza) on Apr 6, 2020 at 4:00pm PDT

A post shared by Francesca Thyssen Bornemisza (@franticbornemisza) on Apr 6, 2020 at 4:00pm PDT

Es probable que junto a ellos esté también la hija pequeña de Francesca, Gloria, aunque su hijo Ferdinand, piloto de Fórmula 3, permanece en Austria donde se ha unido al ejército para tratar de paliar la crisis sanitaria por el coronavirus, enfermedad que ha superado el padre del chico (y ex de Francesca) Carlos de Habsburgo-Lorena, aspirante a archiduque austríaco.

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Les amoureux! This morning I prayed for all of you that are alone. I cant imagine how difficult it is to be alone these days. I felt suddenly part of such a huge community. I could feel such powerful energy from all the lonely people. You are the strongest souls, and have the most determined resilience spirit. You gave me such strength this morning, I wanted to share this image of my daughter Eleonore and her Fiancee Jerome, taken yesterday in my room. We are so gratefull for this time together. Sending much love and compassion to all our friends who are alone during this times. Please believe that in meditation, you find community.

A post shared by Francesca Thyssen Bornemisza (@franticbornemisza) on Mar 27, 2020 at 1:34am PDT

A post shared by Francesca Thyssen Bornemisza (@franticbornemisza) on Mar 27, 2020 at 1:34am PDT

Francesca sigue los vaivenes familiares desde este precioso y tranquilo lugar donde practica yoga, medita -el monasterio cuenta con un jardín diseñado ex profeso por una chamán laponia-, se cuida con alimentación saludable y se da bañosde un minuto en el helado Adriático (“una especie de crioterapia que estimula el sistema inmunológico”, describe) estos días la mecenas y activista, según ella misma relata en su cuenta de Instagram.

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I have been tending to the monasty's Sacred garden. This garden has been designed by Asa Andersson who created 9 meditation stations that have emerged from the four elements of art, architecture, spirituality and healing, along with deep historical roots and fields of Knowledge from Dalmatia. This is a very special place. A place of healing and creativity. Being here during lockdown has unleashed my creative juices! Am very gratefull to be here now, in such a glorious place, with healing nature all around me. Feeling safe and humbled. Thanks so much Asa! @homiatriker @lopud.1483 #lopud # croatia #sacredgardens #medicinalherbs #franciscanmonastery #medicinalgarden #naturalhealing

A post shared by Francesca Thyssen Bornemisza (@franticbornemisza) on May 5, 2020 at 10:46am PDT

A post shared by Francesca Thyssen Bornemisza (@franticbornemisza) on May 5, 2020 at 10:46am PDT

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Beautiful opening of a long time project of my amazing mother @franticbornemisza. Finally after 20 years of restoration @lopud.1483 is open! #lopud #croatia #lopud1483

A post shared by Eleonore (@eleonorehabsburg) on Jun 19, 2019 at 10:32am PDT

A post shared by Eleonore (@eleonorehabsburg) on Jun 19, 2019 at 10:32am PDT

Desde mediados de marzo está instalada en la isla en cuyas profundas aguas ha buceado con científicos, donde ha llevado a músicos como Chicks on Speed, y donde trasladó el pabellón Your Black Horizon encargado a David Adjaye y Olafur Eliasson para la Bienal de Venecia de 2015.

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Taking a stroll on Lopud, one encounters Your Black Horizon, a collaboration between Olafur Eliasson and David Adjaye, commissioned by TBA21 for the Venice Biennial in 2005. Put this on your bucket list of 100 things to see before you die, and make sure you also do the 99 others! @studioolafureliasson @adjaye_visual_sketchbook @tba_21 #lopud1483 #lopud #croatia

A post shared by Francesca Thyssen Bornemisza (@franticbornemisza) on Apr 8, 2020 at 3:11pm PDT

A post shared by Francesca Thyssen Bornemisza (@franticbornemisza) on Apr 8, 2020 at 3:11pm PDT

Un lugar de “creación y creatividad” con vistas a las islas de Mljet y Korčula, donde nació el viajero Marco Polo.

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