Fraud Blocker Skip to main content

Portas Collection

"Discover the enchanting world of 'portas' in Portugal, where history and architecture intertwine to create mesmerizing sights

Background imagePortas Collection: Camera oscura from Giovanni Battista della Porta s

Camera oscura from Giovanni Battista della Porta s
" Camera oscura from Giovanni Battista della Portas " Magia naturalis" (1558). Edition of 1659, included Roger Bacons writings. Engraving."

Background imagePortas Collection: Outside Portas Sebastiano Rome Drawing group

Outside Portas Sebastiano Rome Drawing group
Outside the Porta S. Sebastiano, Rome, Drawing from a group of drawings of landscapes and cityscapes in Italy (Rome, Tivoli, Civita Castellana and Pozzuoli)

Background imagePortas Collection: Portas Pancrazio di Villa Corsini Fotografi di

Portas Pancrazio di Villa Corsini Fotografi di
Porta S. Pancrazio di Villa Corsini, Fotografi di Roma 1849, Lecchi, Stefano, 19th century, c. 1849, salted paper prints, 43 x 31 cm. photographic prints 22 x 16 cm. and smaller

Background imagePortas Collection: Fortificazioni esterne Portas Giovanni Fotografi di

Fortificazioni esterne Portas Giovanni Fotografi di
Fortificazioni esterne a Porta S. Giovanni, Fotografi di Roma 1849, Lecchi, Stefano, 19th century, c. 1849, salted paper prints, 43 x 31 cm. photographic prints 22 x 16 cm. and smaller

Background imagePortas Collection: Portas Paolo ot Trigemina Delle magnificenze

Portas Paolo ot Trigemina Delle magnificenze
Porta S. Paolo ot. Trigemina, Delle magnificenze di Roma antica e moderna, Vasi, Giuseppe, 1710-1782, Engraving, 1747-1761, plate 11, volume 1, facing page 46

Background imagePortas Collection: Portas Spirito Delle magnificenze Roma antica

Portas Spirito Delle magnificenze Roma antica
Porta S. Spirito, Delle magnificenze di Roma antica e moderna, Vasi, Giuseppe, 1710-1782, Engraving, 1747-1761, plate 15, volume 1, facing page 62

Background imagePortas Collection: Portas Sebastiano ot Capena Delle magnificenze

Portas Sebastiano ot Capena Delle magnificenze
Porta S. Sebastiano ot. Capena, Delle magnificenze di Roma antica e moderna, Vasi, Giuseppe, 1710-1782, Engraving, 1747-1761, plate 10, volume 1, facing page 38

Background imagePortas Collection: Portas Lorenzo ot Esquilina Delle magnificenze

Portas Lorenzo ot Esquilina Delle magnificenze
Porta S. Lorenzo ot Esquilina, Delle magnificenze di Roma antica e moderna, Vasi, Giuseppe, 1710-1782, Engraving, 1747-1761, plate 6, volume 1, facing page 22

Background imagePortas Collection: Largo das Portas de Moura, Evora, Portugal

Largo das Portas de Moura, Evora, Portugal
Largo das Portas de Moura - Fountain in the Moorish Maidens Gate Square in Evora, Portugal. A renaissance work of 1556, attributed to the architect Diogo de Torralva

Background imagePortas Collection: Portugal. Evora. Renaissance fountain (1556) in Largo das P

Portugal. Evora. Renaissance fountain (1556) in Largo das Portas de Moura

Background imagePortas Collection: Portugal. Evora. Catheral and Largo das Portas de Moura

Portugal. Evora. Catheral and Largo das Portas de Moura

Background imagePortas Collection: Lisbon, Portugal

Lisbon, Portugal
The Rua das Portas de Sta. Catharina, Lisbon Date: 1846

Background imagePortas Collection: Pyramid Caius Cestius Portas Paolo adjoining road

Pyramid Caius Cestius Portas Paolo adjoining road
Artokoloro

Background imagePortas Collection: Plate 8 Arch Drusus Portas Sebastiano Rome Arco di Druso alla Porta Sebastiano

Plate 8 Arch Drusus Portas Sebastiano Rome Arco di Druso alla Porta Sebastiano
Artokoloro


All Professionally Made to Order for Quick Shipping

"Discover the enchanting world of 'portas' in Portugal, where history and architecture intertwine to create mesmerizing sights. In Evora, a charming city in Portugal, you'll find a Renaissance fountain (1556) nestled in Largo das Portas. Its intricate design and timeless beauty transport you back to the era of artistic brilliance. Another gem awaits in Evora – the Cathedral and Largo das Portas de Moura. These architectural wonders showcase the rich heritage of Portugal, with their grandeur and elegance leaving visitors awe-inspired. Venturing further into Lisbon, the capital city of Portugal, you'll encounter an intriguing attraction known as Camera oscura from Giovanni Battista della Porta's collection. This optical device offers a unique perspective on Lisbon's stunning landscapes and panoramic views that are sure to captivate your imagination. But 'portas' extend beyond Portuguese borders; they have left their mark across Europe. From N. N. Uffizien in Florence to S. Salvatore in Venice, these magnificent structures stand as testaments to human ingenuity throughout history. Even Rome boasts its share of remarkable 'portas. ' The Fortificazioni esterne Portas Giovanni showcases ancient Roman fortifications that once protected this great city. Meanwhile, outside Portas Sebastiano Rome Drawing group captures the essence of Roman artistry through detailed sketches. Photographers Paolo ot Trigemina Delle magnificenze and Spirito Delle magnificenze Roma antica have immortalized various 'portas, ' including Pancrazio di Villa Corsini Fotografi di portraiture that beautifully portrays their splendor. Whether it be exploring Evora's Renaissance fountains or marveling at Rome's historic gates like Porta Stuppa or Paolo ot Trigemina Delle magnificenze - each 'porta' tells a story steeped in culture and heritage. "