Tile Museum Nucleus - Luzelos Tile Factory

Category: Civil Architecture > Museum

District: Bragança > Carrazeda de Ansiães > Marzagão > Telheira de Luzelos

Location

The Tile Museological Centre is located in the village of Marzagão, part of the municipality of Carrazeda de Ansiães. Specifically, it is situated in the Telheira de Luzelos area, whose name reflects the ancient and significant tile production activity that once existed there.

This setting in Marzagão, a rural area, offers visitors a tranquil and genuine atmosphere, typical of the Trás-os-Montes landscape, directly connecting the museum space to its local origin and history.

The Art and Craft of Tile Making

Dedicated to preserving and disseminating the heritage related to tiles, this museum centre invites a journey through the universe of their artisanal production. It is a space where one can understand the historical importance of tiles in popular architecture and how this craft shaped the landscape and the life of communities.

On site, one discovers the complete process of tile manufacturing, from the extraction and preparation of clay, molding and drying, to firing in traditional kilns. The exhibition details ancestral tools and techniques, revealing the skill and meticulous work involved in creating each piece.

Living Memories of a Tradition

Beyond a display of objects and processes, the Tile Museological Centre stands out for its strong connection to the memories of Marzagão's inhabitants and the generations who worked in the tile factories. The space values orally transmitted knowledge and the personal experiences of those who, in times past, dedicated themselves to this arduous but fundamental craft.

The visit allows access to a more human dimension of tile production, understanding not only the "how" but also the "who" behind this activity. It is a way to honor and keep alive the cultural and social legacy of a tradition that profoundly marked the identity of the Carrazeda de Ansiães region.

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