Description: Vintage LARGE MEDALOUR LADY OF CAPE ESPICHEL / SANCTUARY OF CAPE ESPICHELVintage large metal medal depicting on one side Our Lady of Cape Espichel and on the other side Sanctuary of Cape EspichelThe Sanctuary of Our Lady of Cape Espichel, also known as Nossa Senhora da Pedra Mua, is one of the most impressive sites in this region for its location and its remarkable natural architectural complex. Its worship dates back to 1410, when the venerated image of Our Lady of the Cape was discovered at the tip of Cape Espichel by two old men from Caparica and Alcabideche, who were given signs from Heaven in coinciding dreams. Until the start of the 18th century, the grounds around the primitive temple were encased by houses for the pilgrims who travelled there in pilgrimage to venerate the image.Built facing away from the sea, the current church was built by royal order between 1701 and 1707, its design by architect João Antunes. As of 1715, the heavy influx of pilgrims to the Cape forced the construction of two wings of inns with housing and shops, which were enlarged between 1745 and 1760. Later, a supply system including the aqueduct and the water house were built, and, after that, the Opera House, of which only ruins remain.Inside, you will find a number of valuable artistic relics, namely the altarpiece of the high altar in the national baroque style, which guards the image of the Lady of the Cape; the painted ceilings (done in 1740 by Lourenço da Cunha) and the 16th century paintings by the Master of Lourinhã, representing Saint James and Saint Anthony and which can be seen in the sacristy. Also deserving attention is the gallery located on the high altar, which was intended for royal visits.A few metres from the Sanctuary, on the cliffs, remains the little Hermitage of Memory, dating from the 15th century and built on the exact spot of the apparition. Its interior is lined with 18th century tile panels that depict the legend of the Lady of the Cape.SIZE: circa 1.38 x 1.65 inches = 35 x 42 mm (total) / Weight: 16gr Condition: Please see pictures. Please note I do not clean old or vintage items. ITEMS ARE ANTIQUE, OLD OR VINTAGE - THEREFORE TRACES OF AGE & WEAR ARE TO BE EXPECTEDCLICK HERE FOR MORE MEDALS SHIPPING: Regular mail: $5.50. Registered mail: $11.00 USA and Worldwide by CTT-Portuguese post. We combine shipping, just send a message when you've finished buying.RETURNS: We accept all kind of returns. If you are not happy let me know within 14 days after receipt. We refund when we receive the item back. Buyers only pay shipping costs. We are in business in Lisbon for more than 30 years. If you have any questions please do not hesitate to contact me. Thank you.
Price: 14 USD
Location: Lisboa
End Time: 2025-02-08T02:23:04.000Z
Shipping Cost: 5.5 USD
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All returns accepted: Returns Accepted
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Religion: Christianity
