Prato em Cobre artesanal de Da Palma, caldeiraria tradicional de Algarve, Portugal

Prato em Cobre em contexto, peça artesanal da coleção Ra-Ro de Algarve

Detalhe da prato em cobre de Da Palma, textura e acabamento feito à mão

Da Palma

Plate

Name: Plate
Brand: Ra-Ro
SKU: 04PT02PAL0005
Price: 124.20 EUR
Availability: InStock

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SCARCE

What is the Ra-Ro Index?

A copper artist born in Loulé (Algarve, Portugal), Nuno Palma is a rare example of a young person who is reviving traditional craft techniques that were in danger of disappearing. His work celebrates time, beauty and simplicity and can serve a utilitarian or decorative purpose. As in the case of his rectangular Plate, the choice is ours.

Regular price 124,20 €

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Production Time

Approximately > 4 weeks

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Plate

124,20 €

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Copper plate, perfect on the table or on the wall.

A copper artist, native of Feiteira, a small village in the parish of Cachopo (Algarve, Portugal), Nuno Palma is a rare case of a young man who rescues traditional artisanal techniques from disappearing. His work celebrates time, beauty, and simplicity and can have a utilitarian or decorative purpose. As is the case with his rectangular Plate, the choice is ours.

He cuts the shiny pink-orange metal sheets himself and then softens the material over fire. The hammer molds and hardens the plate. Palma rubs it with sand to remove impurities, perfects it with several rounds of hammering, and gives it the final polish.

Picturesque and ready, it will look perfect on the table or on the wall, on its way to tomorrow.

Frequently asked questions

What is this piece?

Copper plate hand-hammered by Nuno Palma from Loulé, Algarve. Traditional coppersmithing, functional or decorative. Scarce Portuguese craft.

Which region is it from?

It comes from Algarve, in Portugal. At Ra-Ro, every piece is tied to its origin and to the territory where it is made.

Who makes this piece?

It is made by Da Palma, the producer Ra-Ro works with directly for this piece.

What technique is used?

This piece is made using the Caldeiraria technique.

Are all pieces identical?

As a handmade piece, it may vary slightly from one example to another. That variation is part of its authenticity.

Do you ship worldwide?

Yes, Ra-Ro ships worldwide.

How do returns work?

You have 14 days for a free return.

Is payment secure?

Yes, all payments are processed securely and encrypted.

Length > 30 cm
Width > 25 cm
Height > 5 cm

Cleaning
Hand wash immediately after use with warm, soapy water.
Do not use a dishwasher or abrasive sponges.

Drying
Towel dry immediately and completely to prevent water marks and tarnish.

Shine
Copper tarnishes naturally. Restore shine periodically using a commercial copper polish or a paste of lemon juice and salt.

Meet the Producer

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Workshop and Historical Context

The coppersmith Nuno Palma works coated by the glow of copper and brass, sitting on his bench at Oficina dos Caldeireiros, part of the Loulé Criativo project, a network revived by the Loulé municipality to breathe new life into traditional trades dating back to the 13th century.

Craftsmanship and Techniques

After honing his craft from masters like Analide Carmo, Nuno became an expert in how copper softens under high temperature, how it gains shape at the touch of the hammer, how it sings right before a final polish. His work encompasses everyday instruments and decorative pieces, from kitchenware or lamp shades to sculptural objects.

Preservation and Passion

A rare case of a young person rescuing old techniques from disappearance, Nuno has a passion for sharing his craft and rituals.

Workshops and Public Engagement

That’s why he promotes his workshops “Trabalhar o Cobre” (“Working Copper”) where participants get to cut, hammer and finish a copper bowl to take home.