A ventania 1916

"A ventania" (1916) by Brazilian artist Anita Malfatti is a striking landscape painting that embodies the style of Expressionism. Malfatti's use of bold colors and swirling brushstrokes, particularly in the depiction of the trees and hills, conveys a sense of energy and movement, almost as if the wind is whipping through the scene. The abstract qualities of the painting, particularly in the sky, are reminiscent of German Expressionism, an artistic movement that Malfatti was exposed to during her studies in Europe. This work, alongside other paintings she displayed at the time, caused a controversy in Brazil, sparking a debate about the role of modern art in the country.