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Castelo Branco embroidery

Origin

Of Oriental inspiration, Castelo Branco's quilts have been known since at least the mid-16th century.

Features

Similar in constitution to the bedspreads of Toledo and Guadalupe, they were once a dignified trousseau for any bride in the region, whether she was a commoner or a noblewoman. Embroidered with silk thread on linen cloth.

Symbology

Its decorative elements have unique symbolism. Thus, the larkspur represents the home and the "Tree of Life"; the birds together the betrothed, when they are not represented by symbolic dolls; the chains, the indestructible chain of marriage; the carnations represent the Man, and the roses the Woman; the lilies, Virtue: the hearts, Love; the tendrils, Friendship; the Ivy, firm affection; the Jasmines, the virtue of chastity; the pomegranates and the pine cones, solidarity and family unity; the chickens and the galaripos, blessed offspring; the lizards represent the amulets of the much desired happiness.

Source: Castelo Branco Embroidery - Certificate.