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Africa

Unknown

1650

oil

canvas

From the collection of Pinacoteca de São Paulo

Baroque

Dominant colour

Africa is a 1650 oil by Unknown, held at Pinacoteca de São Paulo.

Who painted this?: Unknown
When & what style?: 1650
Where can I see it?: Pinacoteca de São Paulo

About this work

This painting shows a busy scene with many people. Some are standing, and others are sitting or lying down. There are palm trees and a building in the background. In the distance, there are ships with flags on the water. The people in the painting are dressed in different clothing, and some are holding objects like baskets or tools. The atmosphere seems lively, with people interacting with each other. This painting is part of the collection at the Pinacoteca do Estado de Sao Paulo.