Francisco Rodrigues Lobo

Category: Nature > Garden

District: Lisboa > Oeiras > Oeiras > Espargal

Location

The monument to Francisco Rodrigues Lobo is located in the Espargal area, an integral part of the municipality of Oeiras. This sculptural tribute is situated within the vast Parque dos Poetas (Poets' Park), a green space designed to celebrate Portuguese language and culture through art and landscape. Its location provides a tranquil environment where nature and artistic expression meet, offering an ideal setting for contemplation and strolls. It is in an accessible area that invites moments of serenity in an urban context.

The Legacy of a Baroque Poet

Francisco Rodrigues Lobo (1580-1622) was a prominent figure in Portuguese literature, recognized as one of the pioneers of Baroque in the country. Born in Leiria and a Law graduate from the University of Coimbra, he distinguished himself with his regionalist writing, earning him the nickname "singer of the Lis." His work encompassed bucolic novels, eclogues, and sonnets, with "Corte na Aldeia" (1619) considered a landmark of the Baroque in Portugal. A tragic end to his life, drowning in the Tagus River, adds a melancholic dimension to his biography, symbolically linking him to the large body of water that bathes Oeiras.

An Encounter Between Art and Literature

The tribute to Francisco Rodrigues Lobo in the Parque dos Poetas is embodied in a sculpture that reflects his importance in the national literary scene. Designed by sculptor João Oom, the piece integrates with the park's philosophy of creating a dialogue between poetry and garden art. This artistic element invites visitors to deepen their knowledge about the life and work of one of the greatest poets of his time, immersed in a space that celebrates the richness of words and natural beauty. The sculpture is a point of interest that evokes the memory of an author whose legacy endures.

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