In 2021, APS Bank plc gave one of its former main office premises on St Paul Street Valletta to Fondazzjoni Patrimonju Malti (FPM) for the historic palazzo to be transformed into a state-of-the-art gallery.

This space is currently housing a permanent exhibition of Victor Pasmore’s works, along with other temporary exhibitions showcasing Maltese art and heritage.

The inaugural exhibition of ‘In Search of Line’ opened on 30th September 2023 and will run until 14th January 2024. This exhibition delves into the idea of ‘line’, a fundamental theme in the history of art, that is examined in diverse contexts ranging from drawing to weaving, writing, mark-making, singing, and storytelling.  

“In Search of Line dissects the core elements of the line and investigates the artist’s pursuit of creating and conveying images, meanings and emotions through this fundamental element,” APS explained.

Drawing from both public and private collections spanning millennia, the exhibition features work by Mr Pasmore himself and other prominent figures from Malta’s 20th century art scene including; Josef Kalleya, Gabriel Caruana, Alfred Chircop, Emvin Cremona and Tony Pace.

Raphael Blackburn, Head of Culture at APS Bank and a member of FPM’s Supervisory Council, stated that “APS Bank takes immense pride in providing one of its most distinguished buildings for the further promotion of Malta’s rich artistic legacy.” He added that this collaboration marks a “significant step” towards recognising and celebrating Malta’s artistic and cultural heritage.

For more information on the 'In Search of Line' exhibiton and the Victor Pasmore Gallery located APS House, 275, St Paul Street Valletta, click here.