Q132238364
1896
oil
From the collection of São Paulo Museum of Art
1896
oil
From the collection of São Paulo Museum of Art
Q132238364 is a 1896 oil by Benedito Calixto, a Post-Impressionism work, held at São Paulo Museum of Art.
This painting depicts a serene harbor scene, with a large ship docked at the center. The ship's dark hull and white deck are prominently displayed, while smaller boats and buildings line the shore to the left. In the background, a mountainous landscape rises under a cloudy sky. The artist has used a range of colors to create a sense of depth and atmosphere, from the cool blues and greens of the water to the warm browns and tans of the buildings and landscape. To learn more about the artist's use of light and shadow, explore the technique of chiaroscuro.
