Category: Nature > Garden
District: Lisboa > Oeiras > Figueirinha
In the locality of Figueirinha, in Oeiras, there is a sculptural piece dedicated to António Ferreira, an integral part of the Poets' Park. This green space, of considerable size, serves as a backdrop for various tributes to eminent figures of Portuguese literature. The monument to António Ferreira stands out as one of the park's "petals," marking the presence and contribution of this literary figure to national culture.
The surrounding area is tranquil and invites contemplation, allowing visitors to appreciate the union between sculptural art and the natural environment of the park, where poetry meets the landscape.
The monument celebrates the life and work of António Ferreira (1528-1569), an unavoidable figure of Portuguese Renaissance classicism. Born in Lisbon and educated in Coimbra, Ferreira distinguished himself as a poet and humanist, often referred to as "the Portuguese Horace." The sculptural piece is a tribute to his importance in the literary landscape, recognizing his role in introducing new poetic forms and ideas to Portugal.
This recognition is manifested through a work that seeks to mirror the depth and relevance of his cultural legacy, inviting the visitor to reflect on the country's literary heritage.
António Ferreira is particularly known for his tragedy "A Castro," or "Tragedy of Inês de Castro," one of the most emblematic works of 16th-century Portuguese literature. This piece, of classical inspiration, addresses the tragic love story between Prince D. Pedro and D. Inês de Castro, a theme that would inspire countless artists and writers over the centuries.
The presence of this homage in the park underscores the lasting impact of his poetry, which also includes elegies, epistles, and odes. The site thus offers a moment of contact with the memory of an author who profoundly marked the Portuguese language and culture.
License: https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0/deed.pt
Coordinates DD: 38.696837374074, -9.3006962962963
Coordinates DMS: 38°41'48.6"N 09°18'2.5"W
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