Palace of the Counts of Ribeira Grande

Category: Civil Architecture > Palace

District: Lisboa > Lisboa > Lisboa > Santo Amaro

Location

Located in the city of Lisbon, the capital of Portugal, the Palácio Condes da Ribeira Grande is situated in the parish of Santo Amaro, an area with the particular charm of the capital. Its location is part of an urban fabric that combines historical heritage with the contemporary life of Lisbon, maintaining a link with the tradition of the city's old noble houses.

History and Lineage

The Palácio Condes da Ribeira Grande has its roots in an 18th-century noble house, which underwent notable transformations. These interventions were driven by the first Marquis of Ribeira Grande, conferring upon the building its imposing palatial stature. This process of adaptation reflects the rise and status of a family of great importance in the society of the time, shaping the building to mirror their position and prestige.

Architectural Grandeur

The Palace's facade, one of its most distinctive features, is harmoniously distributed over two floors and exhibits fifteen bays, which give rhythm and scale to its composition. The central body stands out, advancing subtly in relation to the lateral ones, creating an effect of depth and grandeur. In this central body, the noble balcony holds particular prominence, functioning as a focal element that underscores the magnificence and prestige associated with the building, characteristic of the civil architecture of 18th-century palatial residences.

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