O Mestico - Candido Portinari Brazilian Framed Canvas
Description
Behold O Mestico by Candido Portinari, a striking framed canvas that captures the essence of Brazilian identity. You'll be mesmerized by the powerful portrayal of a shirtless mestizo man, his proud gaze fixed on the horizon. His sun-kissed skin and muscular physique dominate the foreground, commanding attention against a rural backdrop.
Portinari's masterful brushwork breathes life into every detail - from the subject's resolute expression to the sun-drenched landscape behind him. Notice how the artist uses perspective to create depth, with diminishing fence posts leading your eye across vibrant fields.
This modernist masterpiece explores themes of racial identity, dignity, and Brazil's complex social history. The subject's centrality speaks volumes, symbolizing the mestizo's pivotal role in shaping Brazilian culture. Portinari's use of color and composition elevates this portrait beyond mere representation, transforming it into a powerful statement on national identity.
Display this evocative framed canvas in your home or office to spark conversations about art, history, and the beauty of cultural fusion. Let O Mestico transport you to a pivotal moment in Brazil's artistic and social evolution.
About the Canvas
Make Any Room a Showpiece
- Luscious artist-grade cotton canvas, finely textured for depth and precision.
- Hand-stretched and natural white to captures light/color with striking clarity.
- Printed with non-toxic, water-based pigments that stay vivid for decades.
Sustainably Stunning, Framed to Float, Crafted to Last
- Sustainably sourced FSC® certified European knotless pine.
- Precisely measured 5mm float that creates a sleek, gallery-worthy effect.
- Ultra-rich water-based eco-inks deliver the same bold intensity as traditional inks without the harsh chemicals and environmental cost.
Delivery & Refunds
Cost
Orders over $50 USD ship free.
Orders under $50 USD cost between $5-10 USD to ship depending on which part of the world you're ordering from.
Delivery Times
Production:
The average time it takes to produce the treasures you find here is 2-4 days.
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Average shipping times:
USA: 2-5 days • Canada: 3-8 days • UK: 2-5 days • Europe: 3-6 days • Australia: 2-5 days • New Zealand: 3-8 days • Rest of the world: 2-4 weeks
Please check the orders and shipping page for more specifics.
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Returns and Refunds
1. You're welcome to open a return / exchange request within 30 days of your order's delivery.
2. All items for return must be delivered back in their original condition, with their original packaging included.
3. No guarantees your return will be approved if you send items back before the approval of your return request
4. No returns, refunds or exchanges on discounted or sale items.
5. Return shipping costs are only covered in the rare cases that items arrive faulty, incorrect or damaged.
More details on returns and refunds
2. Finish & Texture
Artist-grade cotton with a luscious, finely grained texture. Engineered to capture every intricate brushstroke and subtle gradient.
4. 100+ Years of Color
Printed using a pro-lab process that helps your art stay bold & breathtaking for a lifetime with non-toxic, archival-grade inks.
1. Brand New, Just for You
Handcrafted after you order, reducing waste and energy by only making art that’s truly wanted — never mass-produced.
2. Finish & Texture
Artist-grade cotton with a luscious, finely grained texture. Engineered to capture every intricate brushstroke and subtle gradient.
3. Giclée Printing
Forget 4 color CMYK. Giclée layers up to 12 — alive with deeper shadows, richer highlights and multidimensional contrasts.
4. 100+ Years of Color
Printed using a pro-lab process that helps your art stay bold & breathtaking for a lifetime with non-toxic, archival-grade inks.
5. FSC® Certified Wood
Sustainable forestry, ethical labor and community conservation—no shortcuts, just responsible craftsmanship.
