“Hope in the Life of Butterflies” is a representation of a butterfly; the wings (upper and lower) are made of earthenware, glazed and hand-painted. The butterfly is enhanced by a main body, legs, and antennae in natural or oxidized brass, hand-cast in sand molds. (The pieces are handmade and may present slight variations).

The box is made of micro-corrugated cardboard and wrapped in a paper band, which contains an illustration and a summary of the story “Hope in the Life of Butterflies.” A story about a taxidermist goose. Concluding that one cannot have weight in their hands to be able to look at the sky – hope.

Laboratório d’Estórias is a Portuguese design studio that reimagines traditional ceramics through storytelling and craftsmanship. Based in Caldas da Rainha, a region rich in ceramic heritage, they blend age-old techniques with contemporary creativity to craft unique, handcrafted pieces inspired by Portuguese folklore. Each creation is more than an object—it’s a tale brought to life, merging tradition with modern artistry.

Discover the magic of Portuguese storytelling in ceramic form.