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.
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.
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Details, Details
Canvas: 38mm, hand-stretched, natural white, 400gsm (11.8oz/yd)
Inks: Water-based
Frame: Durable European knotless pine, black satin-laminated finish, 19mm frame depth
Finish & Texture
Finely textured artist-grade cotton substrate that reproduces details with luxurious vibrance and outstanding clarity. 38mm canvas frame depth. Stretcher bars milled from the finest quality European kiln-dried knotless pine.
Giclée Printing
Gold standard for museum-level quality. Traditional printing uses the classic CMYK color range. Giclée uses pigment based, archival quality inks. Manufactured on advanced inkjet printers with up to 12 individual colors.
100+ Years of Color
Your new canvas print will be produced with bright and vibrant water-based inks that are non-hazardous and toxin-free. Printed using a pro-lab process that delivers 100+ years of spectacular colour when cared for correctly.
Brand New, Just for You
Your new float framed canvas will be produced with care after you place an order. It's called print on demand: minimizing landfill, water & energy use by only producing art people actually want.
FSC® Certified Wood
Trees are harvested with no net loss of forest over time. Workers are provided proper training, safety protocols, and fair wages. Local communities’ rights and resources are respected.
Partnered with Prodigi
I've worked with a lot of partners over the years. Prodigi's quality and care is remarkable, but their commitment to art, the environment and ethical supply chains captured my heart.