Anthea Cork: A Celebration of Art at Planet Cork, World of Wine, Porto
Inaugurated in 2020, WOW – World of Wine – resulted from the revitalization of old Port wine warehouses, transformed into a vibrant district that offers an immersive experience centered around culture, history, and, of course, wine. Today, this space is one of the major attractions in Vila Nova de Gaia, featuring seven thematic museums, including the Museum of Port Wine, the Chocolate Museum, the Pink Museum, and the Cork Museum, along with restaurants, bars, shops, and a wine school. It’s a perfect blend of culture, gastronomy, and the rich winemaking tradition of the region.
In this context, MainGUILTY presented an innovative piece. The "Anthea Cork," a reimagining of the iconic best-seller "Anthea," is now on display at Planet Cork. Inspired by fragments of Greek sculpture and associated with the popular proverb "see no evil, speak no evil, hear no evil," the piece stands out for its reinvention in black cork, in a collaboration between Creative Director Carlos Mello and his father, sculptor JCarlos.
Before finding its "home" at WOW, this sculpture had a notable journey, traveling through Saudi Arabia in 2023 and the Eduardo VII Park in Lisbon.
This project originated from the reuse of cork waste from the coating of the furniture exhibition pavilion in Paços de Ferreira, the largest cork-clad building in Portugal. The brand reaffirmed its commitment to sustainability and innovation, highlighting the potential of cork as a material for art and design.
Check out the testimonial from artist Carlos Mello and the museum curator, Flávia Nunes.
