Birthdate: May 8, 1850
Sun Sign: Taurus
Birthplace: Itu, São Paulo, Brazil
Died: November 13, 1899
Almeida Júnior was a renowned Brazilian artist known for his contribution to establishing Realism as a prominent artistic tradition in Brazil. Influenced by Gustave Courbet and Jean-François Millet, he introduced a heightened level of realism in his paintings. His commitment to depicting everyday life and rural landscapes with authenticity cemented his reputation as a trailblazer in Brazilian art. His lasting impact on the fine arts in Brazil is commemorated annually on the “Dia do Artista Plástico.”
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