The Ceramics cluster of the Quinta das Cruzes Museum, comprising 699 pieces of Porcelain and Faience, is one of the most numerous and is also endowed with the greatest variety of types. The Faience cluster includes pieces from the 17th century of Portuguese and Spanish (Manises) production and pieces from the 18th and 19th centuries, mainly Portuguese-made, highlighting the productions of the factories of Darque, Miragaia, Massarelos, Caldas da Rainha and Rato. The set of Porcelain pieces can be divided into those produced in Europe and those of oriental production. At the cluster of European origin are productions from Sévres, Meissen, Dresden, Worcester and … Continue reading Ceramics