Whether a festive occasion or a private gathering, mealtimes were extremely important and symbolic in the French court. Curator Ana Maria Campino writes about the representation of these moments in the eighteenth-century books and prints in the Gulbenkian Collection.
The printed book began to appear in the 15th century, progressively replacing manuscript books. However, the coexistence of both, as the medieval period made way for the Renaissance, brought about a mutual influence. Discover the similarities and differences between these two typologies of book in the text by curator Ana Maria Campino.
The «I AM – Inclusive and Accessible Museums» project brought together the Gulbenkian Museum and five European institutions who researched, created and tested pedagogical methodologies and practices aimed at young audiences in vulnerable situations.
The years that Gulbenkian spent in London correspond to the first phase in his collection and exerted a strong influence over his collecting habits.
Clara Serra writes about the tapestry ‘Vertumnus and Pomona’, inspired by Ovid’s ‘Metamorphosis’.
A selection of medals and manuscripts from the Gulbenkian Collection is now on display in the Renaissance Gallery connected to the Gonzaga family and to the House of Este.
The ‘Belle Époque’ was a time of freedom, progress and celebration. The press explored this atmosphere to the fullest, creating magazines packed with humorous, critical and bold illustrations of everyday life.
Sarah Nagaty, a egyptian research, talks with three Portuguese residents about their shared love for Ancient Egypt.
André das Neves Afonso, curator, Mariano Piçarra, exhibition designer, and Peter Fuhring, scientific consultant, discuss some aspects of the renovation of the gold and silverware gallery in the Calouste Gulbenkian Museum.
Absolute monarchy in France, established by Louis XIV, was characterised by luxury and power. Books of festivities, known as livres de fête, described and illustrated the grandiose ceremonies of the period. They also concealed within their pages various forms of royal propaganda.
Curator Jorge Rodrigues looks at a precious bowl manufactured from ‘minai’ ware in Seljuk Persia.
Curator Clara Serra writes about the Museum’s 'canapé à confidents', an imposing sofa which could once be found in Napoleon’s quarters. The piece also travelled between France, UK and Portugal before being incorporated into the Gulbenkian Collection in 1931.
Curator Jorge Rodrigues writes about the white jade jug from the Calouste Gulbenkian Museum that belonged to three distinguished figures: Ulugh Beg, Jahangir and his son Shah Jahan, responsible for the construction of the famous Taj Mahal.
Curator Jorge Rodrigues writes about the most original piece of Mamluk period glassware in the Museum, acquired by Gulbenkian in 1940.
Learn about René Lalique's connection with Japan.
Curator Clara Serra talks about the technical and artistic evolution of 18th-century French furniture, with a focus on three of the most important masters represented in the Calouste Gulbenkian Collection.
Understand how Classical Antiquity became a recurring theme in Lalique’s work, influencing both the creation of jewels and his industrial production.
Embark on a journey with the emblems created by René Lalique.
