Museu da Tapeçaria de Portalegre - Guy Fino — Local services in Portalegre

It's beautiful and it was incredibly cheap (probably it's subsidized). For someone like me, it was impossible not to notice the similarities about the manual process used to make these carpets and the scanline algorithm used in computer graphics, including the anti-aliasing! Now imagine people doing this by hand, filing pixels with 1 square mm, with carpets with several meters long... mind-blowing! The price of these carpets is enormous, taking into account the number of hours of human labour involved, and I'm not counting with the artist or painters royalties if applied. Using modern technology this could be easily industrialised, making the price cheaper, of course....

The Museu da Tapeçaria de Portalegre Guy Fino is a hidden gem, showcasing the rich tradition of tapestry weaving in Portugal. What sets this museum apart is its dedication to preserving and celebrating the unique Portalegre stitch, an intricate technique that creates highly detailed and textured tapestries. The museum beautifully combines art, culture, and craftsmanship, offering visitors a glimpse into the artistry behind each piece. One standout tapestry is the "Tapete de Portalegre," an exceptional example of the region's skill, with its vibrant colors and meticulous detailing, symbolizing both tradition and innovation. It’s a must-see for art and textile...

For most people, tapestry would mean a traditional technology of fabric decoration - but the Museum in Portalegre shows a completely different side of it. Here, the display shows the amazing local development, starting from a serious advance in technology of converting the visual art into fabric - and working in partnership with painters (from contemporary all the way back to Monet) to reproduce, enlarge and enhance it in the tapestry. Here it is raised to the level of complex art. Any visitor will be advised to ask for a tour by their knowledgeable and passionate staff - you will be blown off your feet by what you...