A Vista Alegre: apontamentos para a sua historia by Marques Gomes

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Author Gomes, Marques, 1853-1931
Title A Vista Alegre: apontamentos para a sua historia
Note Reading ease score: 45.8 (College-level). Difficult to read.
Credits Produced by Pedro Saborano
Summary "A Vista Alegre: apontamentos para a sua historia" by J. A. Marques Gomes is a historical account written in the late 19th century. The book primarily explores the origins and development of the Vista Alegre porcelain factory, situated near the town of Ilhavo in Portugal, offering insights into its significance both domestically and internationally. The narrative delves into the history of the Vista Alegre region, tracing its transformation from a quaint village to a renowned center for porcelain production, established by the enterprising José Ferreira Pinto Basto. The book describes the challenges faced in creating the factory, including the quest for suitable materials, the hiring of skilled foreign artisans, and the eventual discovery of kaolin necessary for high-quality porcelain. Marques Gomes also recounts the factory's expansion, its artistic accomplishments, and its recognition through various awards at international exhibitions, highlighting the broader impact of this establishment on Portuguese industry and culture. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language Portuguese
LoC Class HD: Social sciences: Economic history and conditions, Production
LoC Class NK: Fine Arts: Decorative and Applied Arts, Decoration and Ornament
Subject Fábrica de Porcelana da Vista Alegre -- History
Subject Porcelain industry -- Portugal -- History
Category Text
EBook-No. 34276
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Jan 7, 2021
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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