A tile record is a panel representing a saint, the virgin mary or the holy family. They are and were usually placed on the facades above the door in order to invoke the protection of the represented entity.
In Portugal, religious records apear in significant number after the 1755 earthquake although there are a few prior to this date.
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Saint Vicent
Saint Vicent
17th century polychromed mural with St. Vicent, patron of Lisbon 12 ...
Section: Tiles >> Religious Records
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P153 Sacred family
P153 Sacred family
Polychromed mural of the 17th century 70 x 70 ...
Section: Tiles >> Religious Records