Carmen Riu studied Philosophy at the University of Barcelona (1976-81) and Ceramics at Escola Massana (1976- 81) in Barcelona. She was awarded a Ph.D in Philosophy (Aesthetics, 1990) and studied Art History at University of Barcelona (1983-88).
As a researcher, she has published numerous contributions and articles in the field of contemporary ceramics (Butlleti informatiu de ceramica, Revistart, Publicació de l’ACC, Ceramica, Terrart, among others) and medieval artisanal works.   

Beyond her practice as curator of collective and solo exhibitions, she teaches ceramics technology and decoration.

LLUÍS DOMÈNECH i MONTANER: NATURE AND HISTORY IN HIS BARCELONA WORKS

by M. CARMEN RIU DE MARTÍN | Art historian, Collaborator at Universitat de Barcelona (Spain)

>> Click here to read Carmen Riu’s presentation.

Castell dels Tres Dragons – Frieze details with original shields and ceramic battlements – Photo Albert Manent

Fonda España – Mosaic – Photo Melba Levick

Palau de la Música – Main façade – Photo Fotoscop

Palau de la Música – Mosaic columns – Photo Melba Levick

Hospital de Sant Pau – Administration Pavilion – Ceiling with coat of arms of Catalonia and Hospital Cross – Photo Carme Riu

Hospital de Sant Pau – Administration Pavilion – Ceramic detail – Photo Melba Levick