Pillory of Moreira de Rei

Category: Archaeology > Pillory

District: Guarda > Mêda > Moreira de Rei

History

- Granted by D. Afonso Henriques in the 12th century.

- Received a new charter from D. Manuel in 1512.

- Moreira de Rei was integrated into Trancoso in 1855, losing its autonomy.

Location

- Located in the main square of Moreira de Rei.

Architecture

- Built in Manueline style, typical of the 16th century.

- Rests on a platform of six stone steps.

- Column with a square base and smooth octagonal shaft.

- Capital with decorative rings and an octagonal cage.

Decorative Elements

- Cage with cylindrical colonnettes and ornamental moldings.

- Cage hat in the shape of an octagonal pyramid.

- Crowning with an elongated armillary sphere.

Curiosities

- The name "de Rei" (of the King) highlights the privileges granted by the crown.

- Pillory similar to those of Trancoso, Castelo Rodrigo, Pinhel, Penedono, and Sernancelhe.

Sources: https://pt.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ficheiro:Pelourinho_de_Moreira_de_Rei_-_Portugal_(6325680618).jpg

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