The Flood c. 1885

"The Flood" is a marble sculpture created by Henri Teixeira de Mattos in 1885. Depicting a scene of chaos and desperation, the sculpture shows figures clinging to rocks as a flood engulfs them. The work is characterized by its dramatic composition and highly detailed rendering of the human form. This piece is a poignant reminder of the destructive power of nature and the fragility of human life. Teixeira de Mattos's "The Flood" is a powerful and emotionally charged work that continues to resonate with viewers today.