Category: Culture and Entertainment > Art Gallery
District: Bragança > Carrazeda de Ansiães > Carrazeda de Ansiães
The Alberto Carneiro Gallery is located in the picturesque village of Carrazeda de Ansiães, nestled in the Nordeste Transmontano region. Its presence in the village center contributes to the cultural dynamism of the town, providing a meeting point between contemporary art and the characteristic identity of this area. The space benefits from an atmosphere of serenity, typical of rural Portugal, where the natural landscape and the urban fabric complement each other.
This cultural space is dedicated to the work and memory of Alberto Carneiro (1937-2015), one of the most influential Portuguese visual artists of the 20th century. Born in the parish of São Mamede de Ribatua, which belongs to this same municipality, Alberto Carneiro is recognized for his profound connection to the land and nature, elements that frequently inspired and shaped his artistic production. The gallery thus aims to perpetuate his vision and legacy, which addressed the complex relationship between the body, the object, and the environment, utilizing a vast range of materials, both organic and inorganic, in his creations.
Within the Alberto Carneiro Gallery, visitors have the opportunity to immerse themselves in an environment designed for art contemplation. The space hosts exhibitions that explore the themes and artistic languages dear to master Alberto Carneiro, as well as shows that dialogue with his conceptual and material approach. The curation of the exhibitions invites careful reading and immersion in the artistic proposals, reflecting the depth and innovation that marked this artist's career. It is a place where creativity and critical thinking meet, challenging perceptions and offering new perspectives.
Beyond being an exhibition venue, the Alberto Carneiro Gallery plays a significant role in promoting culture in Carrazeda de Ansiães and in valuing the work of an artist whose connection to his Transmontane roots was undeniable. It symbolizes the importance of art in the construction and reflection of local and national identity, serving as a reference point for understanding contemporary Portuguese art, particularly that which is inspired by and dialogues with the natural and human heritage of the region. It represents a meeting point between tradition and modernity, rooted in the heart of Trás-os-Montes.
License: https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0/deed.pt
Coordinates DD: 41.241652,-7.3053342
Coordinates DMS: 41°14'29.9"N 07°18'19.2"W
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