Ethnographic drawing of a sieve

Intricate ethnographic illustrations of traditional round baskets by Portuguese artist Fernando Barbedo Galhano from 1900 capture the essence of cultural heritage and invite you to explore this detailed masterpiece.

fernando barbedo galhano

Explore the art of Fernando Barbedo Galhano (1904-1995), a Portuguese painter & ethnographer. Discover his detailed ethnographic illustrations documenting traditional Portuguese life, architecture, tools, and cultural practices. A key figure in prese

National Museum of Ethnology

Discover Portugal’s cultural heritage at Lisbon's National Museum of Ethnology! Explore 40,000+ artifacts from Africa, Asia & South America, plus Portuguese folk art. Witness decolonization efforts and diverse exhibits.