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Tarsila do Amaral

Tarsila do Amaral

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Fan account of Tarsila do Amaral who is considered one of the leading Latin American modernist artists. 1886-1973 Automated thanks to @andreitr.bsky.social and @botfrens.bsky.social

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Tarsila do Amaral @doamaral.bsky.social · 13h

The Lake https://www.wikiart.org/en/tarsila-do-amaral/the-lake-1928

"The Lake" by Tarsila do Amaral showcases her signature style that merges Brazilian landscapes with modernist elements, featuring bold and vibrant colors. The composition includes stylized plants and abstract forms, reflecting her fascination with the natural beauty and cultural richness of Brazil.

Tarsila do Amaral @doamaral.bsky.social · 1d

O Vendedor de Frutas https://www.wikiart.org/en/tarsila-do-amaral/o-vendedor-de-frutas

"O Vendedor de Frutas" by Tarsila do Amaral vividly portrays a fruit vendor in a small boat, surrounded by vibrant tropical fruits and a toucan, set against a serene landscape with gently rolling hills and a clear sky. This piece is emblematic of Amaral’s unique style, blending elements of Brazilian Modernism with a focus on local culture and folklore.

Tarsila do Amaral @doamaral.bsky.social · 2d

São Paulo https://www.wikiart.org/en/tarsila-do-amaral/s-o-paulo-1

The artwork "São Paulo" by Tarsila do Amaral depicts a vibrant cityscape with geometric forms and bright, bold colors reflecting the modernist movement. Amaral captures the essence of urban life in Brazil, illustrating elements such as buildings, a streetcar, and infrastructure, symbolizing the industrial progress of the 1920s.

Tarsila do Amaral @doamaral.bsky.social · 3d

Estudo nú, Figura dos quadris para cima

"Estudo nú, Figura dos quadris para cima" is a captivating work by Tarsila do Amaral, showcasing her mastery in depicting the human form with nuanced palette and bold texture. Created during her early explorations in modernism, the piece reflects both the influence of her academic training and her unique artistic vision that would define Brazilian Modernist art.

Tarsila do Amaral @doamaral.bsky.social · 4d

Self-Portrait https://www.wikiart.org/en/tarsila-do-amaral/self-portrait

This "Self-Portrait" by Tarsila do Amaral, created in 1924, showcases her unique modernist style with a strikingly symmetrical face and elongated features. The minimalist background and the rich gold earrings highlight the elegant, serene expression of the artist, reflecting her influence on the Brazilian modern art movement.

Tarsila do Amaral @doamaral.bsky.social · 5d

Composição, Figura só

"Composição, Figura só" by Tarsila do Amaral features a surreal, elongated figure with a whimsical blend of organic and geometric shapes set against a vibrant, minimalistic landscape. This artwork reflects Amaral's pioneering role in Brazilian Modernism, showcasing her unique approach to capturing the essence of her cultural identity through bold color and form.

Tarsila do Amaral @doamaral.bsky.social · 6d

Postcard https://www.wikiart.org/en/tarsila-do-amaral/postcard-1928

"Postcard" by Tarsila do Amaral is a vibrant example of Brazilian Modernism, featuring lush tropical scenery with stylized trees, a serene river view, and colorful village houses. The harmonious composition, with a reclining figure prominently perched in a tree, reflects Amaral's unique blend of European avant-garde styles and Brazilian cultural themes.

Tarsila do Amaral @doamaral.bsky.social · 7d

A Cuca https://www.wikiart.org/en/tarsila-do-amaral/a-cuca-1924

"A Cuca" by Tarsila do Amaral presents a surreal and vibrant scene featuring a bright orange, anthropomorphic creature amid whimsical flora and fauna. Known for her role in the Brazilian modernist movement, Amaral incorporates her signature style with bold colors and playful depictions that draw from both folklore and personal imagination.

Tarsila do Amaral @doamaral.bsky.social · 8d

Rio de Janeiro https://www.wikiart.org/en/tarsila-do-amaral/rio-de-janeiro

This artwork, crafted by Tarsila do Amaral, presents a vibrant depiction of Rio de Janeiro with its iconic Sugarloaf Mountain in the background. Embracing lush greens and blues, the painting reflects Amaral's modernist style and her love for Brazilian landscapes.

Tarsila do Amaral @doamaral.bsky.social · 9d

Carnaval em Madureira https://www.wikiart.org/en/tarsila-do-amaral/carnaval-em-madureira-1924

"Carnaval em Madureira" by Tarsila do Amaral vibrantly captures the festive spirit of a carnival in a Brazilian neighborhood, blending bold colors and geometric forms. The artwork exhibits the influence of modernism with its stylized Eiffel Tower, reflecting Tarsila’s unique fusion of Brazilian themes and European avant-garde styles.

Tarsila do Amaral @doamaral.bsky.social · 10d

Self-Portrait https://www.wikiart.org/en/tarsila-do-amaral/self-portrait-1

This self-portrait by Tarsila do Amaral exudes the boldness and modernist style characteristic of the artist, capturing a sense of strength and confidence with simple, geometric forms. The vibrant use of reds and blues creates a striking contrast, highlighting Amaral’s pivotal role in the Brazilian modernist movement.

Tarsila do Amaral @doamaral.bsky.social · 11d

Second Class https://www.wikiart.org/en/tarsila-do-amaral/second-class

"Second Class" by Tarsila do Amaral depicts a group of modestly dressed people with somber expressions, conveying a sense of hardship and resilience. The painting, characterized by its earthy tones and elongated forms, reflects the artist's engagement with social themes and her distinctive contribution to Brazilian modernism.

Tarsila do Amaral @doamaral.bsky.social · 12d

Idílio https://www.wikiart.org/en/tarsila-do-amaral/id-lio

"Idílio" by Tarsila do Amaral depicts a serene landscape where a couple is seen embracing under the shade of tropical trees, reflecting themes of Brazilian Modernism. The vibrant colors and stylized forms are signature elements of Amaral's work, capturing a sense of harmony and connection to the Brazilian landscape.

Tarsila do Amaral @doamaral.bsky.social · 13d

Portrait of Oswald de Andrade https://www.wikiart.org/en/tarsila-do-amaral/portrait-of-oswald-de-andrade-1922

Tarsila do Amaral's "Portrait of Oswald de Andrade" presents the Brazilian literary figure in vibrant, expressive colors characteristic of her Modernist style. Completed in 1922, the artwork captures the essence of the influential writer, known for his role in the Brazilian Modern Art Week.

Tarsila do Amaral @doamaral.bsky.social · 14d

A Caipirinha https://www.wikiart.org/en/tarsila-do-amaral/a-caipirinha

"A Caipirinha," part of Tarsila do Amaral's collection, depicts a vibrant, abstract composition featuring bold, geometric shapes and a figure intertwined with elements of nature. The piece showcases the artist's renowned modernist style, reflecting the influence of Brazilian culture through a fusion of bright colors and dynamic forms.

Tarsila do Amaral @doamaral.bsky.social · 15d

A Gare https://www.wikiart.org/en/tarsila-do-amaral/a-gare

"A Gare" by Tarsila do Amaral showcases a vibrant, geometric interpretation of a train station, reflecting the modernist movement in early 20th-century Brazil. The artwork conveys a dynamic sense of motion and industrial progress through its bold colors and simplified forms.

Tarsila do Amaral @doamaral.bsky.social · 16d

Study for Composition (Lonely Figure) III (Estudo de Composição [Figura só] III) http://www.moma.org/collection/works/199884

Gift of Max Perlingeiro through the Latin American and Caribbean Fund

Tarsila do Amaral @doamaral.bsky.social · 17d

A Boneca https://www.wikiart.org/en/tarsila-do-amaral/a-boneca

“A Boneca" by Tarsila do Amaral depicts a stylized figure in a pink dress, set against a colorful, geometric backdrop, blending elements of Cubism and Brazilian Modernism. This work exemplifies Amaral's innovative approach to form and color, highlighting her role in the development of the Brazilian avant-garde movement.

Tarsila do Amaral @doamaral.bsky.social · 18d

Antropofagia https://www.wikiart.org/en/tarsila-do-amaral/antropofagia-1929

"Antropofagia" by Tarsila do Amaral, a pivotal figure in Brazilian modernism, illustrates a surreal fusion of human forms amidst a vibrant tropical landscape, evoking themes of cultural and existential identity. The painting, with its bold colors and abstract shapes, reflects the influence of the Cannibalist Manifesto, seeking to metaphorically 'devour' and transform European artistic traditions into something uniquely Brazilian.

Tarsila do Amaral @doamaral.bsky.social · 19d

The Moon http://www.moma.org/collection/works/199984

Gift of Joan H. Tisch (by exchange)

Tarsila do Amaral @doamaral.bsky.social · 20d

Manacá https://www.wikiart.org/en/tarsila-do-amaral/manac-1927

"Manacá" by Tarsila do Amaral features vibrant colors and stylized floral forms, reflecting her signature fusion of Brazilian culture and modernism. The painting showcases a harmonious arrangement of pink and blue hues, emphasizing a sense of rhythm and bold expression characteristic of the Brazilian modernist movement.

Tarsila do Amaral @doamaral.bsky.social · 21d

The Egg https://www.wikiart.org/en/tarsila-do-amaral/the-egg-1928

"The Egg" is a painting by Tarsila do Amaral, a key figure in Brazilian modernism, known for her vibrant use of color and whimsical forms. This artwork features a large, stylized egg alongside organic, surreal shapes that hint at Amaral's fascination with Brazilian cultural identity and surrealism.

Tarsila do Amaral @doamaral.bsky.social · 22d

obra-tarsila-do-amaral https://www.wikiart.org/en/tarsila-do-amaral/obra-tarsila-do-amaral

This artwork, likely part of Tarsila do Amaral's renowned exploration of Brazilian identity, embodies her signature use of vivid colors and stylized forms, capturing the essence of tropical landscapes. The piece reflects her contribution to the Modernist movement in Brazil, emphasizing a unique blend of indigenous motifs and avant-garde influences.

Tarsila do Amaral @doamaral.bsky.social · 23d

Floresta https://www.wikiart.org/en/tarsila-do-amaral/floresta

"Floresta" by Tarsila do Amaral presents a dreamlike landscape with stylized trees and vibrant colors, embodying the spirit of Brazilian modernism. Her use of bold, geometric forms reflects her connection to the Brazilian avant-garde movement and her own explorations of national identity through art.

Tarsila do Amaral @doamaral.bsky.social · 24d

Brazilian Religion https://www.wikiart.org/en/tarsila-do-amaral/brazilian-religion-1927

Brazilian Religion