A passagem de Humaitá 1886

"A passagem de Humaitá" (The Passage of Humaitá) is a painting by Brazilian artist Victor Meirelles, created in 1886. The painting captures a serene, moonlit scene of a bay in Brazil, with a ship silhouetted against the horizon, palm trees lining the shore, and a campfire flickering in the foreground. Meirelles, known for his historical and landscape paintings, uses delicate brushstrokes and soft, muted tones to evoke the tranquil atmosphere of the night. This captivating work is a testament to the artist's mastery of light and shadow, creating a sense of both solitude and awe.