Artwork

Cabrália Bay

Cabrália Bay, by Antônio Parreiras, oil, 1900
Cabrália Bay, by Antônio Parreiras, oil, 1900

Cabrália Bay is an oil painting by the Impressionist artist Antônio Parreiras. It dates from 1900 and is held in the collection of the Pinacoteca de São Paulo.

About this work

Overview

Cabrália Bay is a 1900 oil painting by Brazilian artist Antônio Parreiras, associated with the Impressionist movement. It is part of the Pinacoteca do Estado de São Paulo's collection.

Subject & Meaning

The painting depicts a serene coastal scene featuring a sandy beach, a small stream, scattered trees, and a soft blue sky with white clouds, evoking a peaceful atmosphere.

Technique & Style

Parreiras employed thick brushstrokes to create textured effects on the sand and vegetation. The work utilizes muted colors and chiaroscuro, balancing light and shadow to enhance the serene ambiance.

History & Provenance

Created in 1900, Cabrália Bay is held in the collection of the Pinacoteca do Estado de São Paulo, reflecting Parreiras' influence on Brazilian visual arts.

Artist & collection

Portrait of Antônio Parreiras

Artist

Antônio Parreiras

Antônio Diogo da Silva Parreiras (20 January 1860 – 17 October 1937) was a Brazilian painter, designer, and illustrator.