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Autorretrato, by Benedito Calixto, oil, 1923

Autorretrato

Benedito Calixto

1923

oil

From the collection of São Paulo Museum of Art

Dominant colour

Overview

Autorretrato is a 1923 oil by Benedito Calixto, held at São Paulo Museum of Art.

Who painted this?
Benedito Calixto
When & what style?
1923
Where can I see it?
São Paulo Museum of Art

About this work

This painting is a self-portrait of an artist. The artist is depicted wearing a white shirt and holding a palette and brushes in his left hand. He has a mustache and is wearing glasses. The background of the painting is a dark brown color. The artist's face is the main focus of the painting, and it is rendered in great detail. The artist's eyes are looking directly at the viewer, and his expression is serious. The painting is done in a realistic style, with attention to detail and texture. The painting is a great example of the artist's skill and technique. To learn more about the artist's work, you can look up the artist Benedito Calixto.

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