Stories from an Unknown Manuscript
Curator Jessica Hallett shares the creative process behind ‘Power of the Word V. The Emperor’s Gif: Circles of Knowledge’, along with several members of this participatory project.
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Velázquez. Portraiture and Power
In this conference, a panel of international experts talks about portrait painting in the work of Diego Velázquez.
Gifts from the Kingdom of Naples
In the fourth episode of the ‘Treasures from Kings’ series, curator André Afonso talks about the sumptuous offerings made from the Kingdom of Naples to the Holy Land.
Gifts from the Kingdom of Spain
In third episode of this series, curator André Afonso discusses some of the gifts from the kingdom of Spain to the Holy Land.
French 18th-century Silver in the Collection of Calouste Gulbenkian
The trophy status of the silver, prolonged almost by definition by their display in the museum, has contributed to a lack of interest in their makers, and the role silverware had in eighteenth century high society dining in Europe.
Gifts from the Kingdom of Portugal
Among the gifts from Portuguese monarchs, those by King John V stand out. In this video, curator André Afonso discusses some of these objects.
Jerusalem: Faith and Power
In the first video of this series, curator André Afonso tells us about the works of art sent to the Holy Land, to be housed in its most famous place of devotion: the Basilica of the Holy Sepulchre.
From Artichokes to Gruyère. Calouste Gulbenkian’s Table
The gastronomic habits and preferences of Calouste Gulbenkian in a communication that focuses on the gourmet side of the Collector.
Egypt: the nearly distant land
Sarah Nagaty, a egyptian research, talks with three Portuguese residents about their shared love for Ancient Egypt.
Lalique and Japan
Learn about René Lalique's connection with Japan.
Lalique and Classical inspiration
Understand how Classical Antiquity became a recurring theme in Lalique’s work, influencing both the creation of jewels and his industrial production.
Travels and symbols of modernity
Embark on a journey with the emblems created by René Lalique.
Modern perfume
Working with prominent perfumers of the time, Lalique applied art to the conception of glass for perfume bottles.
‘Glass, the wonderful material’
See how René Lalique was seduced by the versatility of industrial production, bringing art to both everyday objects and large-scale architectural interventions.
Lost wax casting
Get to know the process of lost wax casting, through which Lalique has created unique glass pieces. They reproduce his favourite themes: fauna and flora.
The creator of the modern jewel
Discover how René Lalique revolutionised the concept of jewellery, introducing glass as a material of creation.