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Diaporama\n\nUpper choir - the stalls
diogo de torralva (1500 – 1566)
Diogo de Torralva (c. 1500-1566) was a pivotal Portuguese Renaissance & Mannerist sculptor/architect. Known for the Cloister of Tomar & transitionary style, he blended Italian influences with local traditions. Son-in-law of Francisco de Arruda.
We know that the High Choir predates 1551, as it was mentioned in a report of that year when the remains of Manuel I were transferred to the Monastery. This space served many of the fundamental activities of the monks of the Hieronymites Order - prayer, singing and religious acts - until the Chapter Room was completed in the 19th century.The rows of chairs, which occupy almost all of the High Choir, are
About this artwork
- Title: \n\nUpper choir - the stalls
- Artist: diogo de torralva
- Year: 1550
- Format: Portrait
- Copyright status: Public domain
- Main color: Espresso
- Perceived brightness: deep_shadow
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