Domingo Lisboeta

Domingo Lisboeta by Jose de Almada-Negreiros
Artist
Jose de Almada-Negreiros
Date
1949
Style
Cubism
Genre
Genre painting
"Domingo Lisboeta" is a vibrant genre painting capturing the lively atmosphere of Lisbon's Café A Brasileira, a historic establishment in the Santa Maria Maior district. The artwork blends elements of Cubism with realistic depictions of local patrons, emphasizing everyday life in early 20th-century Lisbon. The bustling café, originally opened in 1905 by Adrian Telles to sell Brazilian coffee, serves as a cultural hub and symbolizes the city's social fabric. The painting's dynamic composition and vivid colors evoke the essence of Lisbon's urban vibrancy, making it a notable piece in capturing the city's historical and artistic spirit.

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