57-year old Cristian Tiburcio died of health problems this past week. He is remembered as a master ceramic artist and leaves the legacy of the Casa Museo Tiburcio in the central city of Bonao, half-way between the south and north coasts. The eclectic and impressive Casa Museo Tiburcio turned his home into a ceramics museum.
La Casa Museo Tiburcio is described as a livable art gallery where every corner seems to tell a story. Designed and transformed by artist Cristian Tiburcio, this home-turned-museum is an explosion of color, form, and emotion. Every stairway, window, bed, and bathroom is adorned with ceramic art, making the entire house a dynamic, immersive experience.
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El Nacional
21 July 2025