The Gaudí Council for the Promotion and Dissemination of Gaudí's Work officially added two new projects to its recognised list of Antoni Gaudí's creations on 6 May, Europa Press reported. These include the Xalet del Catllaràs in La Pobla de Lillet and the pavement mosaics of Barcelona's Sant Pacià church, expanding the total to 19 accredited Gaudí works.
The inclusion of the Xalet del Catllaràs follows a detailed study. The Generalitat's Culture Department commissioned this research. Galdric Santana, director of the UPC's Gaudí Chair and commissioner for the Gaudí Year, led the project. The study confirmed Antoni Gaudí's authorship of the project. It identified his unique methodologies and techniques. However, Gaudí never publicly claimed the work. This was because the final construction did not precisely follow his original design.
For the Sant Pacià parish church, the focus is on its distinctive pavement mosaics. A strong documentary and bibliographic foundation supported this attribution. Research from the Gaudí Chair and archives from the Sagrada Família reinforced the claim of Gaudí's authorship.
New Additions Expand Gaudí's Legacy
The Gaudí Council oversees the official recognition and promotion of Antoni Gaudí's architectural legacy. Culture Councillor Sònia Hernández chairs the council. It comprises managers of Gaudí buildings, various entities, and recognised experts in his work. Representatives from the Catalan government also participate. The council's role is critical for preserving and understanding the full scope of Gaudí's contributions to Catalan modernism. These new additions highlight ongoing efforts to uncover and verify lesser-known aspects of his extensive portfolio.
The Xalet del Catllaràs, located in the Berguedà region, Gaudí originally designed as a residence for engineers working at a nearby cement factory. Its recognition adds a significant piece to Gaudí's industrial architecture. Meanwhile, the Sant Pacià church mosaics offer a new perspective on his decorative work within Barcelona itself, a city synonymous with his iconic designs.
The ongoing research by institutions like the Gaudí Chair continues to shed light on the architect's less publicised projects. This commitment ensures a more complete understanding of Gaudí's influence and artistic range for future generations.
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Originally published by Europa Press Barcelona. Read original article.
