António Teixeira Lopes nasceu em Vila Nova de Gaia a 27 de outubro de 1866 e distinguiu-se como escultor.
Inspirado por Soares dos Reis, ingressou na Academia Portuense de Belas Artes e, apesar de não conseguir uma bolsa, estudou em Paris com apoio particular. Lá, destacou-se em vários Salões e recebeu prémios importantes.
Em 1891, realizou sua primeira exposição individual no Porto e continuou a expor em Lisboa, ganhando reconhecimento. Casou-se em 1893 e, mais tarde, desenvolveu uma relação com sua modelo Aurora. As suas obras permitiram-lhe conviver com a nobreza, nomeadamente com o rei D. Carlos.
Entre 1897 e 1904, criou monumentos importantes, como o de Oliveira Martins e Eça de Queiroz. Em 1900, recebeu um grand prix na Exposição Universal de Paris. Em 1901, tornou-se professor na Academia Portuense de Belas Artes, cargo que manteve até 1936.
Em 1933, doou sua Casa-Atelier à Câmara Municipal de Gaia, residindo lá até sua morte.
Faleceu em São Mamede de Ribatua, no dia 21 de Junho de 1942 .
In our mission as promoters of Culture, we are always committed to recording the names of personalities who have distinguished themselves in various fields for the future memory of our country. This time, we are proud to present two philatelic pieces dedicated to António Teixeira Lopes.
Born in Vila Nova de Gaia on October 27, 1866, Teixeira Lopes stood out as one of Portugal's greatest sculptors. Inspired by Soares dos Reis, he enrolled in the Porto Academy of Fine Arts and, despite not securing a scholarship, studied in Paris with private support. In the French capital, he excelled in various Salons and received significant awards.
In 1891, he held his first solo exhibition in Porto and continued to exhibit in Lisbon, gaining recognition. He married in 1893 and later developed a relationship with his model Aurora. His works allowed him to socialize with nobility, including King D. Carlos.
Between 1897 and 1904, he created iconic monuments, such as those for Oliveira Martins and Eça de Queiroz. In 1900, he received a grand prix at the Paris Universal Exposition. In 1901, he became a professor at the Porto Academy of Fine Arts, a position he held until 1936.
In 1933, he donated his Studio-House to the Gaia Municipal Council, residing there until his death on June 21, 1942.
These philatelic pieces are a well-deserved tribute to an artist who left an invaluable legacy for Portuguese culture. 🎨🏛️ #Culture #Art #History #Philately #TeixeiraLopes
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