Chapel of Fornos

Category: Religious Architecture > Chapel

District: Bragança > Freixo de Espada à Cinta > Fornos

Location

The Chapel of Fornos stands in the picturesque locality of Fornos, a tranquil corner integrated into the municipality of Freixo de Espada à Cinta, in the district of Bragança. This location in the Trás-os-Montes interior offers an atmosphere of serenity, framed by the characteristic landscape of the region, inviting contemplation and contact with the rural essence of Trás-os-Montes.

Architecture and Composition

This temple of religious architecture features a rectangular structure, designed to accommodate the main nave, a sacristy, and a chancel. Its design reflects the simplicity and functionality typical of chapels in the region, while still maintaining the dignity necessary for a place of worship.

The Gilded Altarpiece

Inside, the undeniable highlight of the Chapel of Fornos lies in its main altarpiece. This remarkable work of art in gilded carving, dating from the mid-18th century, exhibits a Rococo style. Its composition is enriched by decorative details that include floral ornaments and iconographic elements alluding to the Passion of Christ, bearing witness to the artistic mastery of the era and historical devotion.

Cultural and Historical Value

The Chapel of Fornos is classified as a Monument of Public Interest, a recognition of its relevance to Portuguese cultural heritage. Visiting this site offers a genuine insight into the sacred art and religious architecture that have marked the region over the centuries, allowing for an immersion in the richness of detail and the symbolism that characterize these spaces of faith and art.

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