The paper discusses a particular typology of tiles: the azulejos. The discussion starts from their origin that can be considered as a discontinuous process before settling itself into a sort of mass production. The development of the majolica technique have been crucial for the expansion of the azulejos. Their use in architectural contexts assumes, in Portugal, a monumental role and expresses the originality of individual property. The enormous quantity of azulejos represents a vast and significant heritage. Nowadays, this heritage should, however, also brings with the very complex problem of its proper conservation and the knowledge of the constitutive materials.
Azulejos : historical-technical notes and conservation problems
AMADORI, MARIA LETIZIA;
2009
Abstract
The paper discusses a particular typology of tiles: the azulejos. The discussion starts from their origin that can be considered as a discontinuous process before settling itself into a sort of mass production. The development of the majolica technique have been crucial for the expansion of the azulejos. Their use in architectural contexts assumes, in Portugal, a monumental role and expresses the originality of individual property. The enormous quantity of azulejos represents a vast and significant heritage. Nowadays, this heritage should, however, also brings with the very complex problem of its proper conservation and the knowledge of the constitutive materials.I documenti in IRIS sono protetti da copyright e tutti i diritti sono riservati, salvo diversa indicazione.
