Research, curation and book publishing on art and craft made in Portugal
Portuguese Houses With History
This book pays homage to a memory, a Portuguese way of being and a cultural identity that is disappearing with the massification of design, objects and furniture. We hope it raises awareness to what we feel is most valuable about these homes: that heritage is precious, that it is part of our history and must be preserved.
COLEÇÕES 2 . ANTÓNIO CARMELO AIRES
The book Coleções #2 – António Carmelo Aires presents one of the most interesting private collections of Portuguese folk art today. Born in Redondo, Alentejo, Carmelo Aires began collecting at a young age, showing interest in various types of objects. However, it was the material culture of his homeland that captivated him most, leading him to assemble a remarkable collection of Redondo pottery, pastoral art and traditional kitchen utensils.
COLEÇÕES 1 · FELIPA ALMEIDA
Our aim in this publication is not to suggest yet another interpretation of the collecting phenomenon.
Our proposal is less ambitious but, we hope, not irrelevant: we want to contribute to the knowledge of private collections in the Portuguese context, especially those centred around popular art and handicrafts.
The first book in this series dedicated to private collectors of popular art focuses on Felipa Almeida’s own collection, which ultimately prompted this project.
Studio visits
In constant evolution, the studio presents a selection of pieces available for sale. Visits by appointment.