Historical context
Promenade vehicle used by the Royal Family in the gardens of their palaces, displaying the Portuguese Coat of Arms.
Description
A semi circular open body. Mounted on two lateral shafts, and upheld by very strong straps. Decorated with pastoral scenes. Closes at the front by means of a maroon leather panel which serves as the door. On the back there is a seat for the groom. The interior is upholstered in crimson velvet. There are two wooden arcs extending downward from the wheel axles which served as shock absorbers in the event that one of the wheels should come loose.