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Albuquerque Foundation Collection of Chinese Ceramics in Sintra

Greg Boegner — Wed, 26 Mar 2025 18:11:33 +0000

The Albuquerque Foundation, in Sintra (just outside of Lisbon), is a beautifully restored estate turned ceramics museum and it’s a must-visit for design lovers, history buffs, and anyone with a curiosity for the stories objects can tell. Born from the lifelong passion of Brazilian collector Renato de Albuquerque and brought to life by his granddaughter Mariana Teixeira de Carvalho, the Foundation is home to one of the world’s most significant private collections of Chinese ceramics. With over 2,600 pieces — […]

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“Obrigado à Terra” Contemporary Ceramics Exhibition at Palácio Cadaval, Évora

Greg Boegner — Tue, 11 Jul 2023 15:04:02 +0000

Obrigado a Terra (Thank you to the Earth) is the new art exhibition at the Palácio Duques de Cadaval in Évora. The entire show is dedicated to contemporary ceramics. 35 distinguished and up-and-coming artists known for working in this medium,, have been selected to create items for the exhibition. Obrigado à Terra runs through 10 December at the Palácio Cadaval. Ceramics is an age-old art incorporating life’s four essential elements: water, air, fire and earth. Selected artists, curated by gallery […]

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Ceramics Museum (Museu da Cerâmica) – Caldas da Rainha

P. Simão — Sat, 23 Jan 2016 10:12:38 +0000

The Ceramics Museum (Museu da Cerâmica) is housed in the beautiful former mansion of Viscount Sacavém, a collector, ceramist and important patron of ceramics artisans in Caldas da Rainha. The museum collection consists of representative works, from the 16th to 20th centuries, from all of Portugal’s important ceramics regions, as well as pieces from many international locations. Kids enjoy the whimsical works…..but they will be more excited at getting their hands dirty. The museum allows children to actually put their […]

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JANS Concept – 100% Portuguese Products, Bairro Alto, Lisbon

Greg Boegner — Mon, 20 Oct 2014 14:27:32 +0000

Art, nature, wisdom, heritage and traditions come together in innovative design products that are 100% Portuguese at JANS Concept. Fashions of linen and felt, and decorative items of ceramic and cork, are featured in this shop created by Isilda Pelicano. It’s the perfect spot to pick up a...

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