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decoração Revivalista ou Neo-Barroca

Pair of fused earrings

Revivalism or Neo-Baroque Portuguese jewellery is closely linked to the history of the territory and the country. The manufacture of gold in Portugal dates back to the third millennium BC,

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Portland Vase

Portland Vase

Portland Vase is a Roman amphora from the 1st century AD, currently on display at the British Museum in London. Its designation is associated with the Dukes of Portland, family

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Sinete

SIGNETS AND SIGNET RINGS

Signet Originally, signet rings contained the family crest and were often used to stamp or sign documents. The metal shapes left a permanent mark on any soft wax or even

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Tabernáculo representando Basílica

SILVER IN RELIGION

Tabernacle representing the Basilica Medieval Catholic-Roman worship presupposed a style of worship sustained by sumptuous decoration and an abundance of grand ceremonies. In Catholic the tradition, devotion to God could

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