Manuel Gustavo Bordalo Pinheiro 1884

This 1884 painting by Columbano Bordalo Pinheiro, titled "Manuel Gustavo Bordalo Pinheiro", depicts a seated man in a dark suit with his hands clasped together. The background is a muted brown, with a large, vaguely defined white shape to the left, possibly a chair or a wall, creating an intimate and focused composition. This realist portrait captures the subject's somber mood and provides a glimpse into the artist's personal life. The painting is a significant work of Portuguese art and exemplifies the artistic realism that was prominent in the late 19th century.