Category: Civil Architecture > Museum
District: Évora > Reguengos de Monsaraz > Corval
Bulhão Pottery is located in Corval, a small village that is part of the municipality of Reguengos de Monsaraz, in the heart of the Alentejo. This region is widely recognized for its heritage linked to clay, a tradition that is perpetuated through generations, shaped by the richness of its clays and the expertise of its artisans.
The presence of the pottery in this area underlines the continuity of a secular activity, inserted into a typical rural context of the Alentejo plain.
Founded in 1974, Bulhão Pottery keeps alive a tradition that dates back to immemorial times. This space is not just a production site, but a true guardian of ancestral pottery techniques. It represents the perseverance of an art that adapts to time, without ever losing its essence and its respect for the material.
Its history is marked by a commitment to authenticity and the transmission of a deep cultural legacy.
At the heart of Bulhão Pottery, artisanal mastery is evident. Here, the raw material takes shape through the potter's wheels, which are moved solely by the artisan's foot, guided by their skilled and attentive hands. This manual process gives each piece a unique character and a soul of its own.
The pottery also features wood-fired kilns, an element that underscores the commitment to traditional firing methods, complemented by an electric kiln for specific works, demonstrating a fusion between the ancient and the contemporary in ceramic production.
Beyond modeling, Bulhão Pottery stands out for the art of ceramic painting. The pieces, once simple, are transformed with patterns and colors that evoke the cultural richness of the Alentejo. One observes the application of typically Alentejan motifs, but also the innovation of designs that adapt to new artistic expressions, always with the care and precision that characterize manual work.
Each object tells a story, being the result of knowledge that unites utility with artistic beauty.
Bulhão Pottery offers an opportunity for visitors to get closer to the art of ceramics. It is possible to observe the production process in real time, from the moment the clay is worked on the wheel until the painting and firing stage. For a deeper immersion, visitors are allowed, under guidance, to try the potter's wheel and paint their own pieces, transforming the visit into a practical and memorable experience.
This direct contact with the potter's craft reveals the dedication and talent required to create each piece of clay.
License: https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0/deed.pt
Coordinates DD: 38.4487304,-7.4908133
Coordinates DMS: 38°26'55.4"N 07°29'26.9"W
Weather Corval
On-duty Pharmacy Corval
