Mosaic and Trencadís in the Palau De La Música Catalana


World Heritage Site: Palau de la Música Catalana and Hospital de Sant Pau, Barcelona

Publication Year: 2018

Publication Type: Article

Publication Identifier: WHE02FDB0B338

Summary

A key insight into the artistic and structural innovation of Modernist architecture is revealed through the study of the Palau de la Música Catalana, designed by Lluís Domènech i Montaner. The research highlights how ceramic mosaic techniques, particularly trencadís—an abstract method using irregular tile fragments—were integrated to both decorate and protect the building's metallic structure. This approach demonstrates a seamless fusion of artistry and craftsmanship, setting a precedent for Modernisme in Catalonia. The study examines the building's ornamentation, emphasizing the dual functionality of ceramic elements while exploring their aesthetic and technical significance.

Citation

Robledo, C. M. (2018). Mosaic and Trencadí­s in the Palau De La Música Catalana. Emerging Science Journal, 2(2), 108–116. https://doi.org/10.28991/esj-2018-01134

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