Left as it was when the Countess of Lebrija dies in 1938, the Palace is an interesting snapshot into life of the wealthy in 1938. What makes it special is the archeological work she did saving Roman era items found around Sevilla. The building was originally built in the 1500's but remodeled from the 1700's to 1900's. In 1901 the Countess purchased it to display Roman and Greek mosaics as well as miscellanea she admired. Her husband, the mayor of Sevilla, died before it was finished and the Countess never remarried. Her descendants still own it but have turned it into a living museum in 1999 to pay for upkeep.
Main entrance
Foyer.
Inner courtyard with Roman mosaic floor from Italica, as seen from the second floor.
Stairs to the second floor from the inner courtyard. No pictures are allowed in the rooms on the Second floor, which was fine as it made you pay attention to the Countess' style.
Three different styles of floor going from one room to another.
Many display cases are throughout the main floor, filled with items from ancient Greece to early American history.
This floor was Roman but altered by the Countess to say salve, or salvation.
A magnificent combination and assortment of items increases the charm of the place.
A very old Islamic storage vessel from the 800's.
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