{"title":"Tarsila Do Amaral","description":null,"products":[{"product_id":"carnaval-em-madureira-tarsila-do-amaral","title":"Carnaval em Madureira - Tarsila do Amaral","description":"\u003cp\u003eA modernist depiction of a carnival celebration in Rio de Janeiro, featuring a stylised Eiffel Tower and geometric figures in a tropical palette.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eCarnaval em Madureira, painted in 1924, is a defining work of Brazilian Modernism. Tarsila do Amaral depicts a festive scene in the Rio de Janeiro suburb of Madureira, dominated by a stylised, wooden replica of the Eiffel Tower. This structure, often used as a decorative element in carnival celebrations of the period, acts as a central axis for the composition. The painting reflects the artist's interest in combining European avant-garde techniques with Brazilian subject matter.\n\nThe visual language is characterised by simplified forms, flat planes of colour, and a deliberate lack of traditional perspective. The figures are rendered with geometric clarity, their elongated shapes and rhythmic placement creating a sense of movement and celebration. The palette is composed of saturated tones, including deep greens, ochres, and blues, which evoke the tropical atmosphere of Brazil. The inclusion of the Eiffel Tower serves as a playful juxtaposition, linking the industrial aesthetic of Paris with the local traditions of a Rio neighbourhood.\n\nThis work emerged during a period when Tarsila was actively defining a national identity through art. By synthesising the lessons of Cubism and Purism with the social reality of her home country, she created a visual vocabulary that was both modern and distinctly Brazilian. The composition is balanced, with the figures and architectural elements arranged to guide the eye across the canvas. The absence of complex shading or texture allows the viewer to focus on the interplay of shapes and the overall decorative quality of the scene. It remains a primary example of how the artist translated the spirit of the carnival into a structured, modernist framework.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Tarsila do Amaral","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58062688387407,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58062706966863,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58062706999631,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ B2 (50x70 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58062707032399,"sku":null,"price":50.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A1 (59.4 x 84.1  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58062707065167,"sku":null,"price":55.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Carnaval-em-Madureira_Poster_CompositorV1_1782522729329.jpg?v=1782528189"},{"product_id":"the-egg-tarsila-do-amaral","title":"The Egg - Tarsila do Amaral","description":"\u003cp\u003eA striking modernist composition by Tarsila do Amaral, featuring a large egg form and organic shapes against a minimalist background.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eTarsila do Amaral, a central figure in Brazilian Modernism, created this work during a period of intense creative output. The composition features a large, smooth, white egg form resting upon a curved, organic, magenta-toned structure. This form extends to the right, coiling around a sharp, vertical orange spike that pierces a dark circular opening in the green ground. The background is a simple, graduated blue, suggesting an open sky or an indeterminate space.\n\nThis painting reflects the artist's interest in simplified forms and non-naturalistic colour palettes. The smooth, rounded shapes contrast with the pointed, rigid element, creating a tension between the organic and the constructed. Tarsila often drew upon her Brazilian heritage, yet her work also engaged with the international avant-garde movements of the early twentieth century. Her approach to form is deliberate, favouring clean lines and flat planes of colour over traditional modelling. The work avoids excessive detail, focusing instead on the relationship between the primary shapes and the negative space surrounding them.\n\nBy placing these enigmatic objects in a sparse environment, Tarsila invites the viewer to consider the symbolic potential of the forms. The egg, a universal symbol of creation and potential, is presented here in a manner that feels both alien and familiar. The painting is a clear example of her ability to synthesise diverse influences into a singular, recognisable visual language. It remains a curious piece within her broader body of work, demonstrating her capacity for abstraction and her unique approach to composition. The clarity of the image is maintained through the careful balance of the saturated colours and the precise placement of each element within the frame.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/female-model-vilhelm-lundstrom-2\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eFemale Model - Vilhelm Lundstrøm — Vilhelm Lundstrøm\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/interior-with-figures-john-nash\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eInterior with Figures - John Nash — John Nash\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Tarsila do Amaral","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58062709948751,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58062718107983,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58062718140751,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ B2 (50x70 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58062718173519,"sku":null,"price":50.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A1 (59.4 x 84.1  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58062718206287,"sku":null,"price":55.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/The-Egg_Poster_CompositorV1_1782523089275.jpg?v=1782528639"},{"product_id":"blue-hat-tarsila-do-amaral","title":"Blue Hat - Tarsila do Amaral","description":"\u003cp\u003eA portrait by Tarsila do Amaral, capturing a contemplative subject in a blue hat, rendered with soft brushwork and a balanced colour palette.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003ePainted in 1922, Blue Hat captures a moment in the early career of Tarsila do Amaral, one of the most significant figures in Brazilian Modernism. During this period, the artist was refining her technical approach, having spent time in Paris studying under masters such as Émile Renard. This portrait demonstrates her command of light and colour, moving away from academic rigidity toward a more personal, expressive application of paint.\n\nThe subject is depicted in a three-quarter view, wearing a wide-brimmed blue hat adorned with subtle floral accents. The choice of a monochromatic blue palette for the clothing and headwear creates a sense of harmony, which is balanced by the warm, ochre-toned background. The brushwork is deliberate, showing the influence of her European training while hinting at the stylistic shifts that would later define her contribution to the Antropofagia movement. The facial features are rendered with soft transitions, focusing on the sitter's contemplative expression rather than precise anatomical detail.\n\nThis work provides a window into the transition between traditional portraiture and the avant-garde experiments that would follow. It avoids the heavy stylisation of her later, more iconic works, offering instead a study in colour theory and composition. The interplay between the cool tones of the dress and the golden hues of the setting creates a visual tension that draws the viewer to the sitter's gaze. As a museum-grade fine art print, this piece retains the texture and tonal depth of the original oil painting, making it a suitable addition for those interested in the development of twentieth-century South American art.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/female-model-vilhelm-lundstrom-2\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eFemale Model - Vilhelm Lundstrøm — Vilhelm Lundstrøm\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/interior-with-figures-john-nash\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eInterior with Figures - John Nash — John Nash\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Tarsila do Amaral","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58062715781455,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58062722629967,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58062722662735,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ B2 (50x70 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58062722695503,"sku":null,"price":50.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A1 (59.4 x 84.1  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58062722728271,"sku":null,"price":55.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Blue-Hat_Poster_CompositorV1_1782523447532.jpg?v=1782528888"},{"product_id":"operarios-tarsila-do-amaral","title":"Operários - Tarsila do Amaral","description":"\u003cp\u003eA seminal work of Brazilian Modernism, this painting depicts a dense, multi-layered crowd of industrial workers against a backdrop of factory chimneys.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eOperários, painted in 1933, is a significant work within the Brazilian Modernist movement. The composition features a dense, multi-layered arrangement of faces representing the diverse workforce of the industrial era in São Paulo. Tarsila do Amaral employs a flattened perspective, stacking the figures in a grid-like formation that fills the canvas. Behind the crowd, the stark, vertical forms of factory chimneys rise against a pale blue sky, establishing a clear connection between the labourers and the industrial environment.\n\nThe faces depicted show a variety of ethnic backgrounds and ages, reflecting the demographic reality of the period. Each individual is rendered with simplified features and a neutral expression, contributing to a sense of collective identity rather than individual portraiture. The colour palette is restrained, relying on muted tones for the figures, which allows the geometric shapes of the factory architecture to provide structural contrast. \n\nThis work marks a shift in the artist's career toward social themes. By focusing on the human element of industrialisation, the painting documents the rapid urbanisation of Brazil during the early twentieth century. The repetition of forms across the surface creates a rhythmic quality, drawing the eye across the mass of humanity. It is a precise observation of the social conditions of the time, captured through the lens of Modernist abstraction. The work remains a primary example of how the artist synthesised international avant-garde techniques with the specific social context of her home country.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Tarsila do Amaral","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Small Square (30x30 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58062723580239,"sku":null,"price":37.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Medium Square (40x40 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58062726168911,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Large Square (50x50 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58062726201679,"sku":null,"price":55.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Oper-rios_Poster_CompositorV1_1782524049956.jpg?v=1782529241"},{"product_id":"portrait-of-oswald-de-andrade-tarsila-do-amaral","title":"Portrait of Oswald de Andrade - Tarsila do Amaral","description":"\u003cp\u003eA 1922 portrait of Brazilian writer Oswald de Andrade by Tarsila do Amaral, rendered in an expressive, early modernist style.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eThis portrait depicts the Brazilian writer and intellectual Oswald de Andrade, painted by Tarsila do Amaral in 1922. The work dates from a period when the artist was refining her approach to form and colour, following her studies in Paris. The composition focuses on the subject from the chest up, presenting him in a formal jacket and tie. \n\nThe brushwork is visible and expressive, characteristic of the artist's early modernist phase. Tarsila employs a palette of muted greens, blues, and soft flesh tones, creating a sense of depth through the application of paint rather than rigid perspective. The background consists of loose, textured strokes that contrast with the more defined features of the sitter's face. \n\nOswald de Andrade was a central figure in the Brazilian Modernist movement, and this portrait captures his presence during the early years of their association. The painting reflects the influence of European post-impressionist techniques, which Tarsila adapted to suit her own developing aesthetic. The lighting is soft, focusing attention on the subject's gaze and the subtle variations in skin tone. The jacket is rendered with broad, confident strokes, providing a solid base for the more detailed treatment of the face. This piece offers a glimpse into the personal and professional connections that defined the Brazilian avant-garde in the early twentieth century. It remains a clear example of Tarsila's ability to balance representational accuracy with a modernist sensibility, avoiding excessive detail while maintaining a strong likeness of the subject.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/female-model-vilhelm-lundstrom-2\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eFemale Model - Vilhelm Lundstrøm — Vilhelm Lundstrøm\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/interior-with-figures-john-nash\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eInterior with Figures - John Nash — John Nash\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Tarsila do Amaral","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58062724563279,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58062727741775,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58062727774543,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ B2 (50x70 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58062727807311,"sku":null,"price":50.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A1 (59.4 x 84.1  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58062727840079,"sku":null,"price":55.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Portrait-of-Oswald-de-Andrade_Poster_CompositorV1_1782524171254.jpg?v=1782529382"},{"product_id":"a-lua-the-moon-tarsila-do-amaral","title":"A Lua (The Moon) - Tarsila do Amaral","description":"\u003cp\u003eA iconic 1928 work by Tarsila do Amaral, featuring a minimalist, dreamlike nocturnal scene with a crescent moon and a solitary cactus.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003ePainted in 1928, A Lua (The Moon) is a work by Tarsila do Amaral, a central figure in the development of Brazilian Modernism. This piece belongs to her 'Antropofagia' phase, a period defined by the assimilation of international avant-garde influences, such as Cubism and Surrealism, to create a distinctively Brazilian visual language.\n\nThe composition is characterised by its simplified, rounded forms and a deliberate lack of traditional perspective. A solitary cactus stands on a rolling, green hill, which is bisected by a pale blue arc. Above, a crescent moon hangs in a dark, nocturnal sky, framed by undulating, cloud-like bands of blue and white. The smooth application of paint and the reduction of natural elements to their essential shapes reflect the artist's interest in creating a dreamlike, yet structured, representation of the Brazilian environment.\n\nUnlike the more chaotic or aggressive styles of some European contemporaries, do Amaral employs a controlled, rhythmic approach to her subject matter. The colour palette is restricted, focusing on deep blues, greens, and a singular, bright yellow for the moon. This choice creates a sense of stillness and quietude. The work avoids excessive detail, opting instead for a clean, graphic quality that emphasises the relationship between the celestial and the terrestrial. By stripping away unnecessary ornamentation, the artist invites the viewer to focus on the balance of form and the evocative nature of the nocturnal scene. This print captures the precise tonal transitions and the flat, yet atmospheric, quality of the original oil painting, providing a clear view of the artist's mastery of composition and colour.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Tarsila do Amaral","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Small Square (30x30 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58062726299983,"sku":null,"price":37.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Medium Square (40x40 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58062728167759,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Large Square (50x50 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58062728200527,"sku":null,"price":55.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/A-Lua-The-Moon-_Poster_CompositorV1_1782524412349.jpg?v=1782529489"},{"product_id":"a-boneca-tarsila-do-amaral","title":"A Boneca - Tarsila do Amaral","description":"\u003cp\u003eA 1928 modernist oil painting by Tarsila do Amaral, featuring a stylised, doll-like figure set against a geometric, multi-coloured background.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eA Boneca, painted in 1928, represents a distinct period in the career of Tarsila do Amaral. During this time, the artist moved away from the more rigid geometric structures of her earlier Cubist-influenced work, adopting a more fluid and anthropomorphic approach to form. The painting features a stylised figure, rendered with simplified, rounded shapes that evoke the appearance of a doll or a marionette. The figure occupies a space defined by flat, blocky planes of colour, which create a sense of shallow depth rather than traditional perspective.\n\nThe palette is characteristic of the artist's mature period, utilising a combination of earthy tones and saturated primary colours. The soft pink of the figure's skirt contrasts with the deep blues and ochre backgrounds, creating a balanced visual tension. The composition is structured around the central figure, whose elongated limbs and simplified facial features reflect the artist's interest in reducing human form to its essential geometric components. This approach allows the viewer to focus on the interplay of shape and colour rather than realistic representation.\n\nTarsila do Amaral was a central figure in the Brazilian Modernist movement. Her work often synthesised European avant-garde techniques with themes and aesthetics specific to her home country. In this piece, the reduction of the figure to a doll-like state suggests a playful yet deliberate exploration of identity and artifice. The clean lines and lack of unnecessary detail demonstrate her mastery of composition, where every element serves a specific purpose within the frame. This print captures the precise colour relationships and the flat, graphic quality of the original oil painting, making it a clear example of early twentieth-century Brazilian Modernism.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/female-model-vilhelm-lundstrom-2\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eFemale Model - Vilhelm Lundstrøm — Vilhelm Lundstrøm\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/interior-with-figures-john-nash\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eInterior with Figures - John Nash — John Nash\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Tarsila do Amaral","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Small Square (30x30 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58062726791503,"sku":null,"price":37.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Medium Square (40x40 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58062728397135,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Large Square (50x50 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58062728429903,"sku":null,"price":55.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/A-Boneca_Poster_CompositorV1_1782524650268.jpg?v=1782529590"},{"product_id":"a-caipirinha-tarsila-do-amaral","title":"A Caipirinha - Tarsila do Amaral","description":"\u003cp\u003eA seminal work of Brazilian Modernism, this 1923 painting by Tarsila do Amaral uses geometric forms and saturated colours to depict a rural figure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eA Caipirinha, painted by Tarsila do Amaral in 1923, represents a defining moment in Brazilian Modernism. During this period, the artist resided in Paris, where she engaged with the European avant-garde, including the work of Fernand Léger. This painting reflects her synthesis of those international influences with a distinctly Brazilian subject matter.\n\nThe composition features a solitary figure positioned within a simplified, geometric environment. The artist employs a palette of saturated yellows, greens, and blues, which evoke the tropical light and vegetation of the Brazilian countryside. The figure is rendered with smooth, rounded forms that contrast with the angular architecture of the background structures. By reducing the landscape to its essential shapes, do Amaral creates a sense of order and clarity that moves away from traditional realism.\n\nThis work is part of a series where the artist explored the identity of the 'caipira', or rural inhabitant, through a lens of formal experimentation. The flattened perspective and the deliberate lack of fine detail allow the viewer to focus on the relationship between the human form and the environment. The painting avoids excessive ornamentation, relying instead on the balance of colour blocks and the rhythm of the curved lines to guide the eye across the canvas. It remains a clear example of how the artist adapted the techniques of Cubism and Purism to articulate a new visual language for her home country, moving beyond mere representation to capture the essence of the rural experience through a modern, structured aesthetic.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/female-model-vilhelm-lundstrom-2\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eFemale Model - Vilhelm Lundstrøm — Vilhelm Lundstrøm\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/interior-with-figures-john-nash\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eInterior with Figures - John Nash — John Nash\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Tarsila do Amaral","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Small Square (30x30 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58062728692047,"sku":null,"price":37.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Medium Square (40x40 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58062729773391,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Large Square (50x50 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58062729806159,"sku":null,"price":55.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/A-Caipirinha_Poster_CompositorV1_1782525011954.jpg?v=1782529933"},{"product_id":"portrait-of-mario-de-andrade-tarsila-do-amaral","title":"Portrait of Mário de Andrade - Tarsila do Amaral","description":"\u003cp\u003eA striking 1922 portrait of Brazilian intellectual Mário de Andrade, rendered in bold, expressive colours by Tarsila do Amaral.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eThis portrait depicts the Brazilian writer and intellectual Mário de Andrade, a figure central to the development of Brazilian Modernism. Painted in 1922, the work captures the subject with a direct, unflinching gaze. Tarsila do Amaral employs a palette that departs from traditional academic portraiture, favouring bold, non-naturalistic colours to define the facial features and the surrounding space.\n\nThe subject is dressed in a formal dark suit, which provides a grounding contrast to the expressive, almost Fauvist application of colour on his face. The skin tones are rendered in shades of orange, yellow, and green, suggesting a departure from realism in favour of emotional and psychological resonance. The background consists of a soft blue field punctuated by circular, golden-yellow forms, creating a rhythmic pattern that frames the sitter. This decorative element adds a sense of movement to the composition, preventing the portrait from feeling static.\n\nTechnically, the brushwork is visible and energetic, reflecting the artist's engagement with European avant-garde movements during her time in Paris, while simultaneously maintaining a distinct Brazilian character. The glasses are rendered with simple, clear lines, drawing attention to the subject's intellectual persona. By focusing on the interplay of light and colour, Amaral creates a representation that feels both personal and representative of the cultural shifts occurring in Brazil during the early twentieth century. The work remains a significant example of the artist's early period, demonstrating her ability to synthesise international stylistic influences with her own unique approach to portraiture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/female-model-vilhelm-lundstrom-2\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eFemale Model - Vilhelm Lundstrøm — Vilhelm Lundstrøm\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/interior-with-figures-john-nash\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eInterior with Figures - John Nash — John Nash\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Tarsila do Amaral","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58062728986959,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58062729838927,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58062729871695,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ B2 (50x70 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58062729904463,"sku":null,"price":50.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A1 (59.4 x 84.1  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58062729937231,"sku":null,"price":55.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Portrait-of-M-rio-de-Andrade_Poster_CompositorV1_1782525014893.jpg?v=1782529947"},{"product_id":"nu-tarsila-do-amaral","title":"Nu - Tarsila do Amaral","description":"\u003cp\u003eA modernist portrait by Tarsila do Amaral, featuring a seated female figure rendered with sculptural, rounded forms and a bold, geometric colour palette.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eTarsila do Amaral produced this work during her anthropophagic period, a phase defined by the synthesis of European modernist techniques with Brazilian cultural themes. The composition features a seated female figure, rendered with the exaggerated, rounded proportions that became a hallmark of her style during the late 1920s. Her approach to the human form avoids traditional anatomical precision, favouring instead a sculptural quality that emphasises volume and smooth, continuous curves.\n\nThe figure occupies a domestic interior, yet the space is constructed through simplified geometric planes rather than conventional perspective. A window in the background reveals a blue expanse, while a large, stylised plant occupies the right side of the frame. The colour palette is deliberate, utilising saturated blues, earthy ochres, and sharp accents of red. These choices reflect the artist's interest in the visual language of her native Brazil, filtered through the lens of her training in Paris under figures such as Fernand Léger.\n\nThis painting demonstrates the artist's ability to balance abstraction with recognisable subject matter. The figure is not merely a subject but a component of a larger, carefully arranged visual structure. By reducing the environment to essential shapes and blocks of colour, she creates a sense of stillness and order. The work avoids unnecessary detail, focusing on the interplay between the organic form of the body and the rigid geometry of the surrounding furniture and architecture. It remains a clear example of the Brazilian modernist movement, which sought to create a distinct national identity within the international art discourse of the early twentieth century.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/female-model-vilhelm-lundstrom-2\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eFemale Model - Vilhelm Lundstrøm — Vilhelm Lundstrøm\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/interior-with-figures-john-nash\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eInterior with Figures - John Nash — John Nash\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Tarsila do Amaral","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Small Square (30x30 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58062730035535,"sku":null,"price":37.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Medium Square (40x40 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58062731837775,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Large Square (50x50 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58062731870543,"sku":null,"price":55.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Nu_Poster_CompositorV1_1782525247878.jpg?v=1782530191"},{"product_id":"an-angler-tarsila-do-amaral","title":"An Angler - Tarsila do Amaral","description":"\u003cp\u003eA modernist depiction of a lone fisherman in a stylised Brazilian rural setting, painted with clean lines and a soft, balanced colour palette.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eTarsila do Amaral, a central figure in Brazilian Modernism, created this work during a period of intense creative exploration. The composition features a simplified, geometric approach to the Brazilian countryside, a recurring theme in her oeuvre. The figure of the angler is reduced to essential forms, positioned within a serene, dreamlike environment of rounded hills and stylised palm trees. The houses, rendered in soft pastel tones, suggest a quiet, rural settlement, while the water and rocks are depicted with smooth, clean lines that remove unnecessary detail.\n\nThis piece reflects the artist's interest in constructing a national identity through art. By combining European modernist techniques with local subject matter, she developed a distinct visual language. The palette is carefully balanced, using cool blues and greens to contrast with the warm, earthy tones of the architecture and the figure. The lack of traditional perspective creates a flattened, decorative effect, which draws the viewer into a tranquil, almost static moment. The focus remains on the harmony between the human figure and the natural surroundings, presented with a clarity that is characteristic of her work from the mid-1920s. The painting avoids complex textures, opting instead for flat planes of colour that emphasise the structural integrity of the scene. It is a clear example of how the artist distilled the essence of her environment into a refined, modern aesthetic.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/female-model-vilhelm-lundstrom-2\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eFemale Model - Vilhelm Lundstrøm — Vilhelm Lundstrøm\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/interior-with-figures-john-nash\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eInterior with Figures - John Nash — John Nash\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Tarsila do Amaral","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58062730297679,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58062731936079,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58062731968847,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ B2 (50x70 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58062732001615,"sku":null,"price":50.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A1 (59.4 x 84.1  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58062732034383,"sku":null,"price":55.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/An-Angler_Poster_CompositorV1_1782525369955.jpg?v=1782530206"},{"product_id":"idilio-tarsila-do-amaral","title":"Idílio - Tarsila do Amaral","description":"\u003cp\u003eA 1929 oil painting by Tarsila do Amaral, featuring a couple in a stylised, rural Brazilian setting with bold colours and simplified forms.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eIdílio, painted by Tarsila do Amaral in 1929, captures the essence of Brazilian Modernism through a simplified, geometric lens. The composition features a couple seated in a rural setting, surrounded by stylised tropical flora and a small house with a red roof. Tarsila employs a palette of saturated blues, yellows, and greens, which reflect the light and colour of the Brazilian countryside. Her approach to form is deliberate, using rounded shapes and smooth surfaces to create a sense of calm and order.\n\nThis work belongs to a period in Tarsila's career where she moved away from the influence of European Cubism to focus on themes specific to her home country. By reducing the visual elements to their basic components, she constructs a scene that feels both personal and universal. The figures are positioned as observers of their environment, integrated into the curves of the hills and the verticality of the palm trees. The lack of complex shading or perspective allows the colours to carry the weight of the composition, creating a flat, decorative effect that is characteristic of her mature style.\n\nTarsila do Amaral was a central figure in the development of Brazilian art during the early twentieth century. Her work often sought to define a national identity through the synthesis of local subjects and modern techniques. Idílio demonstrates her ability to balance these interests, offering a view of rural life that is filtered through a sophisticated, modern aesthetic. The painting remains a clear example of her contribution to the visual language of her time, prioritising clarity and form over narrative detail.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/female-model-vilhelm-lundstrom-2\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eFemale Model - Vilhelm Lundstrøm — Vilhelm Lundstrøm\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/interior-with-figures-john-nash\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eInterior with Figures - John Nash — John Nash\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Tarsila do Amaral","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Small Square (30x30 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58062731706703,"sku":null,"price":37.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Medium Square (40x40 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58062734131535,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Large Square (50x50 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58062734164303,"sku":null,"price":55.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Id-lio_Poster_CompositorV1_1782525490361.jpg?v=1782530455"},{"product_id":"cityscape-tarsila-do-amaral","title":"Cityscape - Tarsila do Amaral","description":"\u003cp\u003eA modernist composition by Tarsila do Amaral, featuring simplified geometric forms, rolling hills, and slender palm trees in a clean, graphic style.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eTarsila do Amaral remains a central figure in Brazilian Modernism. Her work often synthesises European avant-garde techniques with a distinctively Brazilian visual vocabulary. In this composition, she employs a flattened perspective and simplified geometric forms to depict a rural or semi-urban setting. The rolling hills are rendered as smooth, rounded volumes, creating a rhythmic quality across the upper half of the canvas. \n\nThe architecture is reduced to its essential components: white walls, red roofs, and rectangular windows. These structures sit within a landscape defined by clean lines and bold colour blocks. Tall, slender palm trees act as vertical accents, punctuating the horizontal sweep of the hills and the foreground fence. The use of a clear, bright blue sky provides a calm backdrop for the saturated greens and warm earth tones below.\n\nThis piece reflects the artist's interest in the 'Pau-Brasil' phase of her career, where she sought to create a national identity through art. By stripping away unnecessary detail, she focuses on the structural essence of the scene. The composition relies on a balance between the organic curves of the terrain and the rigid geometry of the man-made elements. The result is a clean, graphic interpretation of the Brazilian environment that avoids sentimentality. The work demonstrates her ability to distil complex visual information into a coherent, harmonious arrangement of shape and hue. It is a clear example of her mature style, where international modernist influences meet local subject matter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/female-model-vilhelm-lundstrom-2\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eFemale Model - Vilhelm Lundstrøm — Vilhelm Lundstrøm\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/interior-with-figures-john-nash\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eInterior with Figures - John Nash — John Nash\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Tarsila do Amaral","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Small Square (30x30 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58062733672783,"sku":null,"price":37.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Medium Square (40x40 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58062735180111,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Large Square (50x50 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58062735212879,"sku":null,"price":55.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Cityscape_Poster_CompositorV1_1782525848568.jpg?v=1782530688"}],"url":"https:\/\/www.solisprints.com\/collections\/tarsila-do-amaral.oembed","provider":"Solis Prints","version":"1.0","type":"link"}