Full Description
In Portugal, the rooster is a symbol of faith, good luck and justice based on the legend of the "Old Rooster of Barcelos". The legend tells a story about a pilgrim traveling through Spain who is accused of stealing silver from a landowner, and is sentenced to death by hanging.
To plead his innocence, he begs the judge to reverse his sentence. The judge was about to tuck into a roasted rooster, when the pilgrim vowed that as proof of his innocence the cockerel will stand up on his plate and crow.
The judge pushed aside his meal and laughed. As the pilgrim was about to be hung, the rooster miraculously stood up and crowed. Leaving the judge in disbelief, he then hurried to the gallows to free the innocent man.
Many years later, the pilgrim returned to Barcelos to carve a statue of the rooster, where the legend and symbolism lives on til this day.
These Portuguese good-luck roosters are ideal for displaying in kitchens, or passing on as a gift, where the mystique of Faith, Good Luck and Justice only works when the rooster is received.
Features
- Made from ceramic
- Hand painted design
- Hand wash only
- Made in Portugal
SKU KD061
Shipping & Returns
Standard Shipping
Orders are dispatched within 4-6 business days. Delivery times vary per location.
Express Delivery
Orders are dispatched within 2 business days. Next day delivery is only available within the Australia Post Next Business Day Network. If you are located outside of this network, it may be slightly longer.
Click & Collect
Click & Collect is available on checkout. You will be notified when your order is ready for collection.
Furniture / Bulky Items
We deliver to most areas of Australia, please allow 2 weeks for delivery. If you are outside these areas please contact us for a delivery quote.
International Delivery
Orders are dispatched within 4-6 business days. Delivery times vary per location.
Returns & Refunds
For information about returns and refunds please read our Returns Policy.
We can let you know when this item is back in stock.
Just select a product and pop in your email address below, and you’ll be the first to know.
You're on the waitlist!
We will notify you when it's back in stock!