Category: Civil Architecture > Museum
District: Leiria > Marinha Grande > Marinha Grande > Salgueiro
The Joaquim Correia Museum is situated in the heart of Marinha Grande, right in the town centre. It is located in Largo 5 de Outubro, a central square within the city's urban fabric, facilitating its access and integration into the local context.
The museum space is housed in the historic building known as Palácio Taibner de Morais, also called Palácio dos Barosas. This remarkable construction, dating from the mid-19th century, was once the residence of a family with ties to the region's industrial activity. The palace underwent careful restoration and was adapted for its museological function, retaining architectural features that evoke the 18th century, combined with revivalist details that were in vogue with the bourgeoisie of the time.
The museum is dedicated to the life and work of Joaquim Correia, a Portuguese sculptor of renowned merit. The permanent exhibition offers visitors a perspective on his artistic journey through a vast collection. It is possible to observe various pieces created by the master, including busts made of bronze and plaster, medals, and also drawings and preparatory studies for his larger-scale works, showcasing the diversity of his production and technique.
The creation and existence of the Joaquim Correia Museum represents a fair recognition of the sculptor's work and his significant contribution to the country's art and culture. In addition to safeguarding and exhibiting his artistic legacy, the museum plays an important role in fostering cultural dynamism in Marinha Grande. It functions as a meeting point for visual arts, occasionally hosting temporary exhibitions that complement the display dedicated to the work of Joaquim Correia.
License: https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0/deed.pt
Coordinates DD: 39.7513219,-8.9304236
Coordinates DMS: 39°45'4.8"N 08°55'49.5"W
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