Museum of the First Reign, Rio de Janeiro
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The Museu do Primeiro Reinado or Museum of the First Reign is dedicated to the reign of Emperor Pedro I (1822-1831).
The Museu do Primeiro Reinado or Museum of the First Reign is dedicated to the reign of Emperor Pedro I (1822-1831). The neoclassical building with colonial Baroque elements has a modest collection of furniture , decorative arts , paintings and other objects that recreate early 19th century aristocratic lifestyle in Rio.
About Museum of the First Reign
Avenida Pedro II 293 - São Cristóvão
Museum of the First Reign and Nearby Sights on Map
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