House of the Former Quinta do Unhão
House of the Former Quinta do Unhão, Portuguese colonial mansion at Bay of All Saints, Salvador, Brazil
Description
The House of the Former Quinta do Unhão is a three-story mansion on the bay at Salvador with Portuguese tiles and a baroque fountain of dark sandstone. A bridge with special tile patterns leads to the main entrance.
History
The building was constructed in the 18th century as a center for sugar trading with warehouses and a private pier. The estate gained importance through shipping agricultural goods over the water.
Culture
The house reflects the connection between Portugal and Brazil through its architecture and interior design. The rooms show how wealthy families lived and worked during colonial times.
Practical
The museum offers eight exhibition rooms, a theater, and a video room for visitors with different interests. The outdoor area with a sculpture park extends along the waterfront and provides various ways to explore.
Did you know?
The entry bridge displays colored tiles handmade in Lisbon between 1770 and 1780. These tiles tell a story about craftsmanship tradition and transatlantic trade during that period.
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