Artwork
Abjuration of the King - The Acclamation of Amador Bueno
Abjuration of the King - The Acclamation of Amador Bueno is an oil painting by Oscar Pereira da Silva. It dates from 1931 and is held in the collection of the São Paulo Museum of Art.
About this work
Overview
Abjuration of the King - The Acclamation of Amador Bueno is a 1931 oil painting by Oscar Pereira da Silva, housed at the São Paulo Museum of Art. The work captures a pivotal moment in colonial Brazilian history through a vibrant, dynamic scene.
Subject & Meaning
The painting depicts the acclamation of Amador Bueno, a historical event in colonial Brazil, where a crowd gathers before a church. The diverse assembly, including civilians and military personnel, conveys the communal significance of the occasion.
Technique & Style
Pereira da Silva employs his characteristic academic style, developed from French training and later refined in São Paulo. Notable elements include a classical aesthetic, vivid color palette, and compositional energy, which animate the historical narrative.
History & Provenance
Created in 1931, the painting is part of Pereira da Silva's oeuvre of historical Brazilian subjects rendered in a classical manner, contrasting with contemporary folkloric themes. It has been in the collection of the São Paulo Museum of Art.
Artist & collection
Artist
Oscar Pereira da Silva (August 29, 1867 – January 17, 1939) was a Brazilian painter, draftsman, designer, and instructor.
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