Who painted Natureza-morta com frutas (atribuído)?

Natureza-morta com frutas (atribuído) was painted by Agostinho José da Mota in 1873.

Where can I see Natureza-morta com frutas (atribuído)?

Natureza-morta com frutas (atribuído) is held by Pinacoteca de São Paulo.

What movement is Natureza-morta com frutas (atribuído)?

Natureza-morta com frutas (atribuído) is associated with Realism.

Can I buy a print of Natureza-morta com frutas (atribuído)?

Museum-quality prints of Natureza-morta com frutas (atribuído) are available made-to-order from Artifact World Gallery.

Artwork

Natureza-morta com frutas (atribuído)

Agostinho José da Mota , 1873

Natureza-morta com frutas (atribuído) is an oil painting by the Realist artist Agostinho José da Mota. It dates from 1873 and is held in the collection of the Pinacoteca de São Paulo.

About this work

Overview

Created in 1873, this oil on canvas work, attributed to Agostinho José da Mota, presents a modest still‑life composition. The painting is part of the collection of the Pinacoteca do Estado de São Paulo and shows a tabletop arrangement of assorted fruit rendered in subdued tones.

Subject & Meaning

At the centre of the scene sit a spiky durian, a halved avocado, and a variety of smaller fruits and berries. The objects are placed informally, suggesting a momentary glimpse of a domestic setting, while the muted palette of greens, browns and yellows conveys a quiet, intimate atmosphere.

Technique & Style

Executed in oil, the artist employs a restrained color scheme and soft brushwork that blurs the edges of the background, which hints at a cloudy sky. The handling of light on the fruit surfaces creates subtle volume, and the overall composition balances realism with a gentle, atmospheric tone.

History & Provenance

Although the work bears the name of Agostinho José da Mota, it is listed as an attribution rather than a definitive autograph. Since its acquisition, the painting has remained in the Pinacoteca do Estado de São Paulo, where it is displayed among other 19th‑century Brazilian works.

Context

The piece reflects the 19th‑century Brazilian interest in depicting everyday objects and local produce, aligning with broader European still‑life traditions while incorporating native fruits such as the durian and avocado. Its modest scale and domestic subject matter illustrate the period’s focus on quiet, observational genre scenes.