Category: Nature > Garden
District: Lisboa > Oeiras > Tapada do Mocho
The space dedicated to Carlos Drummond de Andrade is located in the area of Tapada do Mocho, in the municipality of Oeiras, district of Lisbon. This tribute is set within a large garden area, designed to invite contemplation and leisure. Its surroundings offer visitors the opportunity to appreciate serene landscapes, with open panoramas over the mouth of the Tagus River and the vast Atlantic Ocean, contributing to an atmosphere of tranquility and inspiration.
In the heart of this garden space, Carlos Drummond de Andrade is evoked through a remarkable sculptural representation. This work of art, by the renowned artist Mário Cravo, serves as a point of pause and introspection for visitors. It invites a connection with the memory and legacy of one of the most influential poets in Portuguese-language literature, in a symbiosis between art and nature that characterizes the place.
The sculpture pays a heartfelt tribute to Carlos Drummond de Andrade (1902-1987), an unavoidable figure in Brazilian poetry, chronicles, and short stories. Recognized as one of the most significant names in 20th-century Brazilian poetry, Drummond was one of the pillars of the second phase of Modernism in Brazil. His work is distinguished by a deep lyricism, often tinged with intelligence full of irony and humor. His writings reveal a profound concern with the meaning of life and the human condition, exploring universal themes with a unique perspective. His verses, which often address the unexpected challenges of existence, remain among the most celebrated in the Portuguese Language and invite reflection in a quiet environment.
License: https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0/deed.pt
Coordinates DD: 38.69997361, -9.30048763
Coordinates DMS: 38°41'59.9"N 09°18'1.8"W
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