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Handicraft and ceramics exhibitions in Portugal

Overview

International handicraft and ceramics exhibitions are being held in Portugal, highlighting connections between Portuguese and Brazilian craftsmanship.

In Barcelos, the 43rd International Handicraft and Ceramics Exhibition opened at Parque da Cidade, showcasing traditional creativity and reinforcing the city’s status as a UNESCO Creative City for Craftsmanship and Folk Art. The event follows the inclusion of Barcelos Figurative Art in the National Inventory of Immaterial Cultural Heritage.

In Castelo Branco, the International Biennial of Arts and Crafts, themed ‘The World Embroidered by Hand’, features handicrafts from the Brazilian state of Paraíba. This participation includes workshops and presentations on the Paraíba Handicraft Program (PAP), which supports local artisans and income generation. The event emphasizes the link between João Pessoa and Castelo Branco, as both are recognized as UNESCO Creative Cities in the field of handicrafts and folk art.

Entities

Programa do Artesanato Paraibano · Castelo Branco · UNESCO · Paraíba · Barcelos

Timeline

  1. 3 days ago

    [CULTURE] 2 sources
    Paraíba handicrafts featured at international biennial in Portugal

    Paraíba handicrafts are featured at the International Biennial of Arts and Crafts in Castelo Branco, Portugal, through exhibitions, workshops, and lectures on artisanal management.

  2. 20 days ago

    [CULTURE] 2 sources
    Barcelos hosts 43rd International Handicraft and Ceramics Exhibition

    The 43rd International Handicraft and Ceramics Exhibition has opened in Barcelos, Portugal, celebrating the region's traditional craftsmanship and UNESCO status.

Sources

apalavraonline.com.br · augustourgente.com.br · avozdetrasosmontes.pt · radiocastelobranco.sapo.pt · radiocavado.pt