{"product_id":"paperblanks-porto-cotton-tote-bag-pa9657-3","title":"Paperblanks Porto Cotton Tote Bag","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCarry your journals, books and everyday essentials in style with this Porto cotton tote bag from Paperblanks, featuring a handy inner zip pocket.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAzulejos are painted, decorative ceramic tiles that date back to 13th-century Portugal. The design on the tiles often related to the building’s history, and they are an important part of Portuguese culture and tradition. The design reproduced here is pulled from the façades of a variety of old houses in Porto, Portugal.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eThe Story Behind the Design\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eAzulejos (meaning “small polished stone”) are painted, glazed ceramic tiles that date back to 13th-century Portugal where they were used inside buildings during the Gothic period. Today, we see these decorative tiles across a wide range of buildings, from monasteries, palaces and restaurants to bars, railway stations and family homes. The design on the tiles commonly related to the building’s unique history, and the individual pieces often end up forming an elaborate mosaic.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThere are countless wonderful examples of these beautiful tiles all across Portugal, many in the original blue and white colour scheme that was fashionable in the “Age of Discovery” (15th century to the late 18th century). São Bento Railway Station in Porto, the Buçaco Palace and many stops in the Lisbon Metro are among the most famous sites known for their azulejo art.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe design reproduced here is pulled from the traditional tiles gracing the façades of a variety of old houses in Porto. Ornate in detail, these tiles do not just serve as decoration but represent an important part of Portuguese culture and tradition. Held within are stories of their country and its past. \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eWith our cover design we celebrate this enduring Portuguese symbol of culture and tradition.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOriginal artwork:\u003c\/strong\u003e Traditional tiles used in a house façade\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEra:\u003c\/strong\u003e Unknown, but this style of architectural design dates to the 13th century\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRegion:\u003c\/strong\u003e Porto, Portugal\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eProduct Details\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 380 × 380 × 90 mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDesign:\u003c\/strong\u003e Porto\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSeries:\u003c\/strong\u003e Portuguese Tiles\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaterial: Cotton\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInner zipper pocket size: 220 × 155 mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStrap Colour: Cream\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHolds up to 7 kilograms (approximately 15.5 lbs)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDurable strap for carrying the bag over one's shoulder\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBranded Paperblanks tag\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eArtwork credit printed on inside of the bag\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 260 g\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProduct code:\u003c\/strong\u003e PA9657-3 | \u003cstrong\u003eISBN:\u003c\/strong\u003e 9781439796573\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eAbout Paperblanks\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003ePaperblanks works with museums, libraries, galleries and artists around the world to faithfully reproduce remarkable artwork, historic bindings and treasured manuscripts, bringing the same care and craftsmanship found in its celebrated journals to every accessory.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Paperblanks","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54386158895432,"sku":"PA9657-3","price":19.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0920\/5114\/5032\/files\/9781439796573_Front_HighRes.png?v=1792779207","url":"https:\/\/shop.penandpaper.co.uk\/products\/paperblanks-porto-cotton-tote-bag-pa9657-3","provider":"The Pen and Paper Stationery Company","version":"1.0","type":"link"}