Roque Gameiro Watercolor Museum

Category: Civil Architecture > Museum

District: Santarém > Alcanena > Minde > Largo Justino Guedes

Location:

The Roque Gameiro Watercolour Museum is located in the village of Minde, within the municipality of Alcanena. It is specifically situated at Largo Justino Guedes.

The museum space is the "Casa dos Açores" (House of the Azores), a building with a surrounding garden, which contributes to the atmosphere of the place.

The House and Garden:

The museum is housed in a historical building, known as "Casa dos Açores". This is a remarkable example of early 20th-century architecture and gardens, with a family connection to the painter Alfredo Roque Gameiro.

The house was designed to provide suitable conditions for its function as a museum. The garden has been maintained and improved, and the complex also includes a romantic turret.

The Master of Watercolour:

The museum celebrates the work of Alfredo Roque Gameiro, born in Minde, who became an important figure in Portuguese painting, especially for his mastery of watercolour. His technique is recognised for its quality and detail.

Roque Gameiro dedicated himself to painting the Portuguese landscape, its people, customs, and daily life of his time, showing great appreciation for his homeland and traditions.

The Works on Display:

This is the only museum in Portugal entirely dedicated to watercolour. The focus is on the works of Alfredo Roque Gameiro, with drawings and watercolours that illustrate his vast artistic production.

For proper conservation and to maintain visitor interest, the museum presents its works on a rotational basis. This allows for temporary exhibition cycles, showcasing different parts of the collection over time.

A Space Dedicated to Art:

In addition to visiting the exhibitions, the museum functions as a place to support the practice and study of watercolour and drawing. A space has been created for those who wish to explore these art forms.

The museum is part of the National Museum Network, reinforcing its cultural role and the importance of its collection.

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