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Title
The First Mass in Brazil
Description
Composition in black and white. Contour lines and shading. Representation of the First Mass in Brazil. First on the left the plane to the right, foot soldier, almost on his back, looking toward the altar that is at the center of the composition; group of priests, almost back, kneeling; open bag; group of men kneeling, facing the center. In the background, the center priest facing the altar, with arms high and sacristan kneeling behind. Basically, suggesting trees, hills, sea and other groups of figures.
Location Created
Author
Candido PortinariPerson
Themes
Related Event5
Related Document11
Artwork Function
StudyArtworkFunctionType
Artwork Function Description
Study for the panel The First Mass in Brazil [FCO 1706]
Art Medium
lead pencilArtMediumType
Artwork Surface
paperArtworkSurfaceType
Certificate
1300
DN Number
140
Height
27
Width
49
Annotation
Stamped signature at bottom left edge "Portinari*". Undated
Annotation Family
On reverse, authentication and inscriptions by Maria Portinari "DN 140” and "Nº 508”.
