Artwork

The Boy

The Boy, by Artur Timóteo da Costa, oil, 1917
The Boy, by Artur Timóteo da Costa, oil, 1917

The Boy is an oil painting by Artur Timóteo da Costa. It dates from 1917 and is held in the collection of the São Paulo Museum of Art.

About this work

Overview

The Boy is an oil painting created by Artur Timóteo da Costa in 1917. It is part of the São Paulo Museum of Art's collection.

Subject & Meaning

The painting depicts a young boy with dark skin and short black hair, wearing a white shirt, who gazes directly at the viewer with a neutral expression.

Technique & Style

The artist's use of color and texture, along with visible brushstrokes in the warm, earthy background, creates a sense of depth. The boy's features are rendered with attention to detail, showcasing the artist's skill in capturing human expression.

Artist & collection