Decorative Mosaics Painted Portugal 
Diary of a Tile Addict
SEPTEMBER 21, 2023
Earlier this year Diary of a Tile Addict was invited on a four-day ceramic tile study tour of Portugal. As a long-term admirer of Portugal’s long and influential ceramic tradition, DOATA’s founder, Joe Simpson readily accepted the invitation. Photo credit: Portugal Ceramics: Vasco Duarte. Location: Viuva Lamego. Unforgettable!
Diary of a Tile Addict
SEPTEMBER 21, 2023
Earlier this year Diary of a Tile Addict was invited on a four-day ceramic tile study tour of Portugal. As a long-term admirer of Portugal’s long and influential ceramic tradition, DOATA’s founder, Joe Simpson readily accepted the invitation. Photo credit: Portugal Ceramics: Vasco Duarte. Location: Viuva Lamego. Unforgettable!
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Tile Talk
DECEMBER 3, 2013
Photo by Joaquim Alves Gaspar, Lisboa, Portugal. In that period, the azulejos used in Portugal came from Seville, the only supplier manufacturing center in the first half of the 16th century. Before that, and until the second half of the 15th century, only the alicatado (mosaic formed of polygonal, colored glazed tiles) was in use.
Tile Talk
DECEMBER 10, 2013
Ceramic tile façade in Portugal. Portugal is a land of Medieval castles, cobblestone villages, captivating cities and golden-sand beaches, history, great food and wine, and beautiful scenery. Map of Portugal. decorative tile. hand painted tile. Image by Viktor Keech. Written by Arpi Nalbandian , Tileometry.
Floor Covering News
APRIL 26, 2024
The inspiration behind Roca/Lamosa USA’s display stems from the exquisite application of azulejo in Portugal’s building facades and the immense potential inherent in small formats when paired with large-scale formats. The post Coverings celebrates design innovation with Best Booth Awards appeared first on Floor Covering News.
Diary of a Tile Addict
OCTOBER 28, 2019
We have a few unique and incredible artists and projects to share – a whole raft of wonderful work with tiles, mosaics, and more. With the reminder of decorative heritage in mind, the installation re-ignites the imagination and restores a little of the cultural influence that has been lost or grown faint with time.
Tile Talk
DECEMBER 17, 2013
In last weeks post , Arpi Nalbandian started the month-long celebration by introducing the rich history and culture of Portugal, and the important role hand-painted ceramic tile has played. Portugal is a great place for ceramic tile lovers like me – it’s used everywhere. decorative tile. hand painted tile.
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