José Alves de Cerqueira César 1890

This 1890 portrait of José Alves de Cerqueira César by Brazilian artist José Ferraz de Almeida Junior is a classic example of realist portraiture. Painted in an oval format, the painting showcases a close-up view of the subject's face and torso, with a dark background that draws attention to the man's features. The painting, now located in the Museo de Arte de Sao Paulo (MASP), highlights the artistic skill and style of Almeida Junior, a prominent figure in the Brazilian art scene of the late 19th century.