Pignatelli House, manor house at Rua José Silvestre Ribeiro nº41

Category: Civil Architecture > House

District: Castelo Branco > Idanha-a-Nova > Idanha-a-Nova > Idanha-a-Nova e Alcafozes

Location

Casa Pignatelli is located at Rua José Silvestre Ribeiro, number 41, in the heart of Idanha-a-Nova. This street is part of the village's oldest and most charismatic urban fabric, characterized by narrow streets and the presence of traditional buildings. Its location allows visitors to experience the atmosphere of a village with deep roots in the history of Beira Baixa, in the district of Castelo Branco.

The Building and the Coat of Arms

This residence is a remarkable example of period civil architecture, distinguished by its robustness and elements that reflect the status of the family who inhabited it. Built predominantly with granite ashlar, a common material in the region, the house features a sober and imposing facade. Its openings, with their well-defined frames, contribute to its striking presence on the street.

Its most distinctive element is, without a doubt, the coat of arms that adorns the facade. This coat of arms is not just a decorative detail, but a heraldic symbol attesting to the lineage and nobility of the Pignatelli family, who gave the house its name. The presence of a coat of arms indicates ownership by a prestigious family, whose roots date back to historical periods when social status was often marked by such insignia.

A Witness to Local History

Casa Pignatelli is a silent witness to the history of Idanha-a-Nova, reflecting a period when the village was inhabited by families with power and influence. This type of residence, known as an "emblazoned house", is a legacy of an aristocratic and affluent past, offering a glimpse into the social organization and domestic architecture of previous centuries.

Its preservation allows for a better understanding of the locality's urban and social evolution, serving as a historical landmark that contributes to the cultural and patrimonial richness of the village. It is an example of the enduring memory of other eras and an invitation to contemplate the details that tell stories of bygone days.

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