Contains nudity
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Portrait of Manoel Correia dos Santos
Augusto Müller
A striking 19th-century portrait of a seaman, capturing a moment of quiet strength against a dramatic maritime backdrop.
Portrait of the Sailor Simão
José Correia de Lima
1853 · Oil Paint, Canvas
A striking mid-19th-century portrait of a sailor, featuring bold color contrast and a powerful, dignified presence.
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Where it works
A weightier piece with steady character with a clear neutral contrast — brings a composed sense of weight.
- Often works in
- Library · Study · Living Room
- Placement
- Reads best as a confident vertical anchor
- Walls
- Best where a lighter wall gives it room to show
- Color notes
- Charcoal black, Rich brown
About the piece
Created by Brazilian artist José Correia de Lima in 1853, this masterwork depicts Simão, a stoker on a steamship. The painting is celebrated for its dignified treatment of the subject, utilizing a dramatic play of light and shadow that emphasizes the rich textures of the brilliant blue garment and the strength in the sitter's expression.
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