Reboleira Window

Category: Civil Architecture > Window

District: Porto > Penafiel > Santiago de Subarrifana > Aveleda

Origin

It was part of an old house in Porto, built in the 15th/16th century, and was brought to Penafiel in the 19th century.

History

In 1880, after the demolition of the house, the window was preserved and offered by Tomás Sandeman to Manuel Pedro Guedes, owner of Quinta da Aveleda, in Penafiel.

Style

Example of Manueline architecture, with decorative stone details, such as plant motifs and two small seating areas.

Location

It is located in the gardens of Quinta da Aveleda, on a small island in a lake, integrating the romantic scenery of the property.

Classification

It has been a National Monument since 1910, recognized for its historical value.

License: https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0/deed.pt