Paperblanks Notebook Porto – Midi (18×13 cm), lined
High quality notebook with thread binding, inner pocket, ribbon and elastic closure
Azulejos are painted, decorative ceramic tiles that date back to 13th-century Portugal. The design on the tiles often related to the building’s history, and they are an important part of Portuguese culture and tradition. The design reproduced here is pulled from the façades of a variety of old houses in Porto, Portugal.
The most important things about the Paperblanks notebook at a glance:
Number of pages: 144
Format: Midi (18×13 cm)
Lineation: Lined, 21 lines per page
Material: 120g/m² custom-designed laid paper
Binding type: Smyth sewn
Cover: Decoratively printed and with cover made of 100% recycled material
Certification: FSC-certified text paper, acid-free sustainable forest paper
About the design Porto – Portuguese Tiles:
Original Art: Traditional tiles used in a house facade
Era: Unknown, but this style of architectural design dates to the 13th century
Region: Porto, Portugal
Azulejos (meaning “small polished stone”) are painted, glazed ceramic tiles that date back to 13th-century Portugal where they were used inside buildings during the Gothic period. Today, we see these decorative tiles across a wide range of buildings, from monasteries, palaces and restaurants to bars, railway stations and family homes. The design on the tiles commonly related to the building’s unique history, and the individual pieces often end up forming an elaborate mosaic.
There are countless wonderful examples of these beautiful tiles all across Portugal, many in the original blue and white colour scheme that was fashionable in the “Age of Discovery” (15th century to the late 18th century). São Bento Railway Station in Porto, the Buçaco Palace and many stops in the Lisbon Metro are among the most famous sites known for their azulejo art.
The design reproduced here is pulled from the traditional tiles gracing the façades of a variety of old houses in Porto. Ornate in detail, these tiles do not just serve as decoration but represent an important part of Portuguese culture and tradition. Held within are stories of their country and its past.
With our cover design we celebrate this enduring Portuguese symbol of culture and tradition.
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