Fundação Ricardo do Espírito Santo Silva

Dive into the world of Europe's best manufactures and discover the artisans behind it.
Created in 1953, the Fundação Ricardo do Espirito Santo Silva (FRESS) protects and promotes Portuguese decorative arts and related crafts. The foundation's Museum of Portuguese Decorative Arts houses an extensive artistic collection from the 15th to 19th centuries as well as 18 workshops where master craftsmen and women use traditional skills and pass on their expertise to future generations. Discover the workshop of FRESS' talented woodworkers.
Video by Emanuele Zamponi
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