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House of António Pedro de Góis or Portal on Conselheiro Machado Street

Category: Civil Architecture > House

District: Beja > Alvito > Alvito > Bairro Tapada do Lucas

Location

Located in the historical center of the village of Alvito, in the Alentejo region, this house is located on Rua do Conselheiro Machado, also known as Rua da Cruz.

Architecture

The house is composed of two blocks of different heights, with a central patio that includes a well. Its facade presents a mixture of styles, such as Manueline, Renaissance, and vernacular, making it one of the most picturesque in the village.

Main features

, The facade is divided into two bodies: the left side is single-story and has several doors, while the right side is two-story, with a door on the ground floor and a large window on the first floor.

, The door on the left side is decorated with an ornamental lintel, where two canopial arches with carved grotesque masks, typical of the Manueline style, stand out.

, The window on the right side is in Baroque style, with an ornamented pediment and a cornice that rests on balusters.

Chimney

In the right body, a chimney that projects from the wall stands out, with a unique shape, influenced by the chimneys of Alvito Castle.

History

The house was probably built in the early 16th century. During the 16th century, a window was added on the first floor. In 1962, the building was classified as a Property of Public Interest. After damage caused by the 1969 earthquake, it was restored by the Directorate-General for National Buildings and Monuments in 1977.

Historical significance

The house is not only an example of historical architecture, but is also located in an area that was part of the Roman and medieval walls of the village. In addition, there are other historical buildings nearby, some dating from the 16th century.

Visit

Casa de António Pedro Góis is a point of interest for those visiting Alvito, both for its history and its unique architecture, reflecting the rich cultural heritage of the region.

Sources: https://pt.wikipedia.org/wiki/Casa_de_António_Pedro_Góis

License: https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0/deed.pt

Coordinates DD: 38.2545262,-7.9928021
Coordinates DMS: 38°15'16.3"N 07°59'34.1"W

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