Delicate, intricate and deeply symbolic, Portuguese Filigree is an ancestral art form that beats in the heart of Gondomar, in the district of Porto. Handcrafted from intertwined threads of gold and silver, with precision and soul, this traditional goldsmithing technique from Gondomar has been recognised as National Intangible Cultural Heritage — a true living treasure of Portugal.
At Expo 2025 Osaka, it is the Filigrana de Portugal brand that takes centre stage, bringing the essence of this art beyond borders. With Gondomar as the institutional representative, the exhibition “Ocean of Filigree” — the result of a partnership between the Municipality and Porto and North Tourism Board — invites Japan to discover a universe where tradition, identity and innovation are interwoven with the lightness of a thread.
Inspired by the sea, waves, boats, and swallows — symbols of the Portuguese spirit — the pieces on display reveal the vast creative potential of a single thread. More than just an exhibition, this is a sensory experience: the feel of textures, the wonder of seeing artisans at work, and the authentic taste of Northern Portugal invite visitors to dive into an ocean of tradition, creativity, and emotion.
At Expo 2025 Osaka, it is the Filigrana de Portugal brand that takes centre stage, bringing the essence of this art beyond borders. With Gondomar as the institutional representative, the exhibition “Ocean of Filigree” — the result of a partnership between the Municipality and Porto and North Tourism Board — invites Japan to discover a universe where tradition, identity and innovation are interwoven with the lightness of a thread.
Inspired by the sea, waves, boats, and swallows — symbols of the Portuguese spirit — the pieces on display reveal the vast creative potential of a single thread. More than just an exhibition, this is a sensory experience: the feel of textures, the wonder of seeing artisans at work, and the authentic taste of Northern Portugal invite visitors to dive into an ocean of tradition, creativity, and emotion.
