La dimensión patrimonial de las reducciones jesuítico-guaraníes en Brasil : del despertar de una valoración al reconocimiento como un patrimonio nacional

The Jesuit Missions of the Guaranis, established in South America during the 17th and 18th centuries, represent a significant cultural and architectural heritage. This study reveals how these missions, once thriving with nearly 150,000 inhabitants, faced decline due to political events like the Treaty of Madrid (1750) and the expulsion of Jesuits in 1768, leading to their gradual abandonment in the 19th century. Seven of these missions, now part of Brazil, were recognized as national heritage in the 20th century through key declarations in 1938, 1970, and 1984. The research systematically analyzes 19th-century traveler accounts to document architectural transformations and societal perceptions during this period. It also examines how these ruins were legally protected as historic and artistic national heritage under the 1937 Decree-ley n. 25, involving notable figures like architect Lucio Costa. This thesis contributes a comprehensive trajectory of the missions' architectural remains from their decline to their recognition as Brazil's cultural patrimony.

Backof Timm, C. La dimensión patrimonial de las reducciones jesuítico-guaraníes en Brasil : del despertar de una valoración al reconocimiento como un patrimonio nacional. https://doi.org/10.20868/upm.thesis.73496