Portrait of the Viscount of Santo Amaro

Américo employed realistic techniques to render the subject's likeness and the intricate details of the uniform against a subdued, dark background, which accentuates the vibrant colors and textures of the attire.

Created in 1890, the portrait is characteristic of Américo's work, which often focused on figures of national importance. The painting remains in the permanent collection of the Pinacoteca do Estado de São Paulo.

As a product of the realist movement, the painting reflects Américo's training at the Imperial Academy of Fine Arts, where he honed his skills in depicting realistic, detailed representations of prominent Brazilian individuals.