Tapecarias_de_pastrana Apr 2026

The series was created during a period of Portuguese expansion into North Africa begun by King John I. Unlike most tapestries of the era, which depicted mythological or biblical scenes, the Pastrana set is exceptional for portraying with remarkable documented historical accuracy.

: Depicts the arrival of the Portuguese fleet and King Afonso V alongside his son, Prince João II. tapecarias_de_pastrana

The tapestries provide a sequential visual chronicle of the 1471 campaign: The series was created during a period of