Vários - Portugal Cerâmico

The publication of the catalog for the "Portugal Ceramics" exhibition provides a comprehensive overview of Portuguese ceramics, as well as the rich heritage linked to artisanal and contemporary production using clay as a base. It brings together a collection of texts and works selected by the 31 towns and cities that make up the Portuguese Association of Ceramic Cities and Towns (AptCVC).

Deeply rooted in Portuguese history and culture, ceramic production plays a leading role in the national economy. In Portugal, this centuries-old activity has resulted in a diverse production with unique characteristics that vary from region to region, contributing immense richness to the national ceramic heritage. Portugal has made a significant contribution to artistic and artisanal ceramics, in the quality and beauty of its tableware, from utilitarian earthenware to the finest porcelain, not forgetting tilework and the most recent internationally recognized forays into modern design.

Ceramics are a reflection of the society in which they emerge, evidence of aesthetic sense combined with everyday needs. In addition to these characteristics, other factors such as knowledge, ancestral techniques, available raw materials, and the capacity for innovation are also present. Portuguese ceramics have established themselves as a cultural reference point in the history of arts and crafts in Europe, becoming an important symbol of identity.