Instrvcçam sobre a cvltvra das amoreiras, & criaçaõ dos bichos da seda / dirigida a conseruaçaõ, & augmento das manufacturas da seda, estabelecidas pelo... Principe Dom Pedro, Governador, e Regente dos Reinos de Portugal

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Author: Rafael Bluteau

By Rafael Bluteau

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The work provides practical instruction on cultivating mulberry trees and rearing silkworms, describing the insect's lifecycle and step‑by‑step husbandry to support silk manufacture. It situates these techniques within economic and climatic considerations, arguing that temperate conditions favor production and that governmental encouragement can foster local industry. The text surveys the historical diffusion of sericulture across Asia and Europe, offers regional examples of established practice, and emphasizes the social and commercial benefits of expanding silk production.

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Rafael Bluteau

Rafael Bluteau was a Portuguese author known for his work in the early 18th century, particularly in the field of silk production. His notable book, "Instrvcçam sobre a cvltvra das amoreiras, & criaçaõ dos bichos da seda," provides detailed instructions on the cultivation of mulberry trees and the rearing of silkworms, aimed at enhancing the silk manufacturing industry in Portugal. Bluteau's contributions reflect the agricultural and economic interests of his time, particularly under the governance of Prince Dom Pedro. His writings are significant for understanding the development of silk production in Portugal.