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Vehicles

Coach of King Pedro II

Historical context

Ceremonial vehicle embellished in gilt woodwork in French Louis XIV style.

Description

Its trapezoidal shaped body is closed and has seven windows. The hood is upholstered in black leather and has eight gilt bronze knobs. A reclined feminine figure can be discerned to the side with a laurel branch and a shield in which the monogram of King Pedro is engraved. The side panels are decorated in paintings representing the four seasons of the year. On the rear is a representation of Abundance holding the shield of Portugal and below that, a crowned medallion. The front wheel set has the same ornamentation as the body and the suspension springs are covered in bronze plumes. The interior is upholstered in crimson velvet with gold lace, fringe and tack work decoration.

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