Patterns of Portugal: A Journey Through Colors, History, Tiles, and Architecture

NATIONAL BESTSELLER • A vibrant tour of Portugal, featuring more than 200 photographs that bring to life one of the most beautiful countries in the world.
In this gorgeous coffee table book, writer and photographer Christine Chitnis invites you to celebrate the unique, timeless beauty of Portugal through the spectacular designs and hues that define Portugal’s countryside, coast, small towns, and cosmopolitan cities.
This stunningly giftable collection features over 200 photographs that illustrate the ways that color and pattern are woven into the very fabric of the country’s culture, history, architecture, and traditions. Each section features insightful essays that explore the artistry of azulejos, the colorful ceramic tiles covering much of Portugal’s architecture; the intricately embroidered details of traditional lavradeira costumes; the rich flavors of Portuguese cuisine, and so much more.
Throughout these vibrant pages, you’ll discover the vivid stories behind each color and pattern, transporting you to the gorgeous fields of Alentejo, the sparkling waters of the Algarve, the busy streets of Lisbon, the lush valleys of the Douro, and beyond.

From the Publisher

Publisher ‏ : ‎ Clarkson Potter
Publication date ‏ : ‎ February 6, 2024
Edition ‏ : ‎ 1st
Language ‏ : ‎ English
Print length ‏ : ‎ 288 pages
ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 0593578198
ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-0593578193
Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 2.14 pounds
Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 7.28 x 1.14 x 9.88 inches
Best Sellers Rank: #8,239 in Books (See Top 100 in Books) #2 in Travel Photography (Books) #2 in General Portugal Travel Guides #3 in Decorative Arts
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