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.
In this work, we present his collection from two perspectives: firstly, through a representative selection of pieces; secondly, by investigating the motivations behind its construction, as well as the research methods and acquisition of objects.
This volume is the second of a serie dedicated to private collections of Portuguese folk art. By focusing on private collections, the series offers the public an opportunity to discover pieces that are usually inaccessible, yet of great historical and aesthetic significance.
Felipa Almeida holds degrees in Art History, Curatorial Studies, and Design History and has lived in Portugal since 2006. She is dedicated to researching, promoting, and preserving artistic and artisanal objects created in Portugal. Felipa collaborates with artists, artisans, and traditional industries to develop projects celebrating Portuguese culture, heritage, and ancient craftsmanship techniques. Her outreach also includes her studio in Lisbon, where she organises thematic exhibitions presenting unique pieces created through challenges she issues to invited artists and artisans.
Maria Manuela Restivo is an anthropologist and researcher. She holds a degree in Anthropology from the University of Coimbra, a master’s in Museology from the University of Porto, and a PhD in Heritage Studies – Art History from the same university, funded by an FCT scholarship (2017–2022). She conducts research, curates exhibitions, and publishes works focused on popular and vernacular artistic practices. Maria is currently an integrated researcher at CRIA under the CEEC programme (2024–2030).
Coleções · Felipa Almeida
Co-ordinated by Maria Manuela Restivo and Felipa Almeida
Published by Casa do Vinhal / Estúdio do Alhures and Felipa Almeida
120 pages. In Portuguese.
17.5 x 25 cm
28€
Pick-up available in Campo de Ourique by appointment.
Recolha disponível em Campo de Ourique por marcação.
