Guerra Junqueiro

Category: Nature > Garden

District: Lisboa > Oeiras > Oeiras > Tapada do Mocho

Location

The location associated with Guerra Junqueiro is situated in the Tapada do Mocho area, within the municipality of Oeiras. It is integrated into a vast urban landscape designed for leisure and culture. Its position, within a larger and elevated space, allows for broad perspectives over the Tagus River estuary and the Atlantic coastline.

This point is embedded in an environment that invites tranquility and contemplation, with paths extending through landscaped and elevated areas, providing an atmosphere conducive to reflection and appreciation of the local scenery.

Poet in Focus

Guerra Junqueiro, a central figure in Portuguese literature, is honored in this space with a sculptural representation. Born in 1850, he was a highly popular poet in his time, recognized as one of the most prominent representatives of the "New School." His work is notable for its diversity, transitioning from an early, more critical and satirical phase to a later production that explored spiritual and faith-based themes.

The presence of his sculpture invites a moment of recognition of his influence on the national literary landscape, offering an opportunity to connect with the legacy of a writer who marked generations with his poetry.

Art and Landscape Integration

The work dedicated to Guerra Junqueiro is part of a larger sculptural ensemble, created with the purpose of integrating art and poetry into the natural environment. The poet's sculpture, authored by Francisco Simões, is an example of the harmonious synthesis between the plastic arts and the landscape design of the space. This concept aims to offer visitors not only a visual element but also a bridge to Portugal's cultural and literary history.

The design of the site encourages an immersive experience, where the figure of the poet merges with the landscape, creating an environment that stimulates introspection and contact with national artistic heritage.

License: https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0/deed.pt