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The bell ringer's hand (Detail)

Andréa Diogo2015

Faculty of Arts and Humanities of University of Porto

Faculty of Arts and Humanities of University of Porto
Porto, Portugal

Manual bell ringing is in decline due to the progressive mechanization of bells since the 1980s, and the consequent loss of many bell ringers. Thus, it is a fragile intangible heritage whose techniques and practices are disappearing.

Details

  • Title: The bell ringer's hand (Detail)
  • Creator: Andréa Diogo
  • Date Created: 2015
  • Location: Mosteiro de Tibães, Braga

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