Two pairs of candlesticks on an exuberant platter

The article discusses the historical significance of the Germain silverware set commissioned by King José I of Portugal after the 1755 earthquake. This set, crafted by Thomas Germain, is notable for its size and detail, and is now displayed at the Palácio da Ajuda. Recently, four candelabras from this collection returned to Portugal after nearly 270 years. The article also touches on the challenges faced during the delivery of the set, which was divided into 43 boxes and shipped over several years, but was never fully received due to the workshop's bankruptcy.