A Fairytale Flat With 18th-Century Frescoes Seeks €440K in Lisbon
Set beneath São Jorge castle, the dreamy one-bedroom evokes the spirit of its illustrious past.
Set beneath São Jorge castle, the dreamy one-bedroom evokes the spirit of its illustrious past.
If you find yourself head over heels for the elaborate paintings in this newly listed pied-à-terre in Lisbon, Portugal, you might be surprised to find out that they were an accidental discovery.
The third-floor apartment is located in the historic district of Mouraria, offering close proximity to some of Lisbon’s top destinations, including Baixa Pombalina and São Jorge castle.
Photo by Matilde Travassos for Fantastic Frank
The dining/living area is sandwiched between the main entrance and the kitchen.
Photo by Matilde Travassos for Fantastic Frank
When the current owner first acquired the historic flat—known as São Cristóvão—its walls were a blank canvas, covered in a simple white hue. Yet upon closer examination, the traces of floor-to-ceiling frescoes dating back to the 18th century could be seen underneath.
As part of the restoration, the current owner installed new windows throughout.
Photo by Matilde Travassos for Fantastic Frank
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