Portugal Day is a special event celebrated annually on June 10th, that commemorates the death of national literary icon Luis de Camões who died in 1580. It is a day where tradition, culture and the best of the Portuguese essence is enhanced, in order to preserve the memory of a centenary history. To celebrate such an important day, Boca do Lobo as selected some of the most iconic designs that were inspired by Portuguese techniques and traditions.
Heritage Family
Seen as a cultural landmark, Portuguese tiles honor the country’s history and, to be a part of it, Boca do Lobodesigned the Heritage line. With each tile hand painted, a small image in the bigger picture that tells a story, the goal is to keep them alive, sparking a flare in the spectator.
This cabinet design pays tribute to one of the most emblematic Portuguese kings – D. Manuel, who is best known for his support of Portuguese maritime exploration. During his reign, Dom Manuel saw his fleet discover India, Brasil, and reach distant lands such as Greenland and Newfound Land, and solidified trading routs and agreements between Persia, China.
During his reign, Dom Manuel saw his fleet discover India, Brasil, and reach distant lands such as Greenland and Newfound Land, and solidified trading routes and agreements between Persia, China, Morocco and Portugal.
This noble cabinet draws inspirations from his legacy, the Manueline aesthetic and style, and pays a tribute to Portugal’s most influential epochs.
The elegance, beauty and superb craftsmanship of filigree has remained fascinating throughout the years, continuing its ongoing popularity and inspiring designers, artists and jewelers worldwide.
Filigree Mirror is a one of a kind piece that embodies this old and noble metalwork technique. Such a delicate artistry, only achieved by the hands of experient artisans, requires careful handling and manipulation of silver wiring, immortalizing the best of the Portuguese culture and history, reflecting it in a luxurious mirror.
Filigree become an icon in the luxury jewellery heritage, immortalizing the best of the Portuguese culture by telling stories about their people, their customs and their traditions. Sea, nature, religion and love are some of the most acclaimed themes featured in filigree jewels.
Filigree become an icon in the luxury jewellery heritage, immortalizing the best of the Portuguese culture by telling stories about their people, their customs and their traditions. Sea, nature, religion and love are some of the most acclaimed themes featured in filigree jewels.
To honor this artistry, Boca do Lobo also developed this luxury jewellery box covered with beautiful filigree pieces.