Patterns of Portugal
Featuring more than 200 photographs, writer and photographer Christine Chitnis brings Portugal to life through the stunning designs and hues that define its countryside, coast, small towns, and cosmopolitan cities. Each section of ‘Patterns of Portugal’ features insightful essays that explore the artistry of azulejos, the colourful ceramic tiles covering much of Portugal’s architecture; the intricately embroidered details of traditional lavradeira costumes; the rich flavours of Portuguese cuisine, and so much more.
Featuring more than 200 photographs, writer and photographer Christine Chitnis brings Portugal to life through the stunning designs and hues that define its countryside, coast, small towns, and cosmopolitan cities. Each section of ‘Patterns of Portugal’ features insightful essays that explore the artistry of azulejos, the colourful ceramic tiles covering much of Portugal’s architecture; the intricately embroidered details of traditional lavradeira costumes; the rich flavours of Portuguese cuisine, and so much more.
Christine Chitnis is a writer, a photographer, and the author of ‘Patterns of India’. As a contributor to publications including the ‘New York Times’, ‘Elle’, and ‘Condé Nast Traveler’, Christine has earned a reputation as a multi-talented storyteller.
- Publisher: Penguin Random House
- Hard cover
- Full colour photography
- Number of pages: 285 pages
- ISBN: 9780593578193