Cover Bordallo Pinheiro 2024 - Olive grove collection in partnership with Herdade do Esporão (Photo: LionelBalteiro | LaMousse)
Bordallo Pinheiro 2024 - Olive grove collection in partnership with Herdade do Esporão (Photo: LionelBalteiro | LaMousse)
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Iconic Bordallo Pinheiro partners with Esporão to create Olival, merging ceramics and olive oil heritage
In a unique collaboration, two of Portugal’s most revered institutions, Esporão Olive Estate and Bordallo Pinheiro, have launched the *Olival Collection*. This tableware line fuses the country’s celebrated olive oil tradition with its rich history of ceramic craftsmanship.
This partnership reflects the essence of Portugal’s Mediterranean heritage, drawing inspiration from the olive tree—an enduring symbol of the nation’s identity and the sun-drenched Alentejo landscape.
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Bordallo Pinheiro 2024 - Olive grove collection in partnership with Herdade do Esporão (Photo: LionelBalteiro | LaMousse)
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Each piece in the Olival Collection, from its hand-painted olive motifs to the textured white surfaces reminiscent of Alentejo’s whitewashed homes, is designed to honour the region’s artisanal roots.
The collection, which includes a platter, pitcher, salad bowl, dessert plate, cheese plate, and olive oil-tasting bowl, showcases the timeless bond between food and artistry in Portuguese culture. It also emphasises the beauty of Esporão’s olive oil, often referred to as “the gold of Alentejo.”
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Above Bordallo Pinheiro 2024 - Olive grove collection in partnership with Herdade do Esporão (Photo: LionelBalteiro | LaMousse)
Above Bordallo Pinheiro 2024 - Olive grove collection in partnership with Herdade do Esporão (Photo: LionelBalteiro | LaMousse)
Bordallo Pinheiro 2024 - Olive grove collection in partnership with Herdade do Esporão (Photo: LionelBalteiro | LaMousse)
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Esporão, established in 1973, is a leading wine and olive oil producer known for its sustainable methods and dedication to preserving Portugal’s agricultural heritage.
With more than 100 hectares of organic olive groves and partnerships with local farmers, Esporão is committed to producing high-quality products while maintaining a deep connection to the land. The estate has been a key figure in both the Portuguese wine and olive oil sectors, with its products reaching over 50 countries.
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Beautiful details from Bordallo Pinheiro 2024 - Olive grove collection in partnership with Herdade do Esporão (Photo: LionelBalteiro | LaMousse)
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Bordallo Pinheiro, founded in 1884, is synonymous with Portuguese ceramics, blending traditional techniques with a modern flair.
The brand continues the vision of its founder, Raphael Bordallo Pinheiro, known for his creative and whimsical designs that challenge convention.
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Above An olive oil tasting set is part of Bordallo Pinheiro 2024 - Olive grove collection in partnership with Herdade do Esporão (Photo: LionelBalteiro | LaMousse)
Above The jug has an olive branch wrapped around the vessel (Photo: LionelBalteiro | LaMousse)
An olive oil tasting set is part of Bordallo Pinheiro 2024 - Olive grove collection in partnership with Herdade do Esporão (Photo: LionelBalteiro | LaMousse)
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Today, Bordallo Pinheiro collaborates with world-renowned artists, earning international acclaim while keeping its deep ties to Portuguese culture.
This collaboration between Esporão and Bordallo Pinheiro celebrates Portuguese artistry, seamlessly blending culinary excellence with timeless craftsmanship in a collection that is as functional as it is beautiful.
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Jennifer Choo is Regional Managing Editor of Tatler Homes, covering architecture, interior design, and art across Asia. Based in Malaysia, she oversees regional content on luxury residential design and contemporary art collections. Legally trained but choosing to pursue her passion for design, she previously led notable design publications and worked as an interior stylist and art consultant for property developers, design firms, and private clients.
