Baroque History: The origin, growth and specimens in the district of Vila Real

Resumen

This paper aims to talk about the history of the Baroque, since its appearance in Italy, a brief introduction to the theme, explaining what this architectural style is, what is its definition according to some authors and how is its presence today, specifically in the district of Vila Real. An attempt is made to give a definition of Baroque art according to various authors, and to demonstrate the different strands present. How Baroque art came about and what are the main characteristics that are present in the different art forms. Later on, some of the representations of Baroque art that exist in different types of art such as architecture, sculpture, painting, literature, theater, and music will be discussed. At the end of this work, the Baroque in Portugal will be exposed, as well as some of the representative works of the Baroque style existing in the District of Vila Real.