Coach of the Princesses

Unknown author

Ceremonial carriage used by the daughters of King José I.

The carriage has a closed body with glass windows with a rocaille decoration.

The panels have decorative elements showing Venus swimming in the company of cherubs and Neptune.

In the rear of the carriage there are the Portuguese coat of arms. The interior is lined with red satin with floral decoration.

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Details

Title: Coach of the Princesses
Creator: Unknown author
Date Created: 18th century, 3rd quarter
Location: Lisbon. Portugal. National Coach Museum
Location Created: Portugal
Physical Dimensions: 283 cmx 203 cm x 618 cm Wheels: 86/182.5 cm (diameter); 6.7/6.5 cm (thickness); Rodas: 86/182.5 cm (diâmetro); 6.7/6.5 cm (espessura)
Provenance: Portugal /Lisbon; Royal House Fund / Ancient Museum Fund; Casa Real Portuguesa / Fundo Antigo do Museu
Rights: DGPC/MNC - Pedro Beltrão
Medium: Wood, leather, glass, bronze, satin, silk taffeta, galloon and gold fringe, gold brass, iron

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