The artwork, titled “A Cuca,” was created by Tarsila do Amaral in 1924. This piece is associated with the Naïve Art (Primitivism) movement and belongs to the genre of animal painting. The artwork is currently housed in the Musée de Grenoble, located in Grenoble, France.
“A Cuca” depicts a vibrant and whimsical scene with stylized animals and lush greenery rendered in a simplistic and playful manner. The composition features a prominently posed orange creature with large, expressive eyes, surrounded by various other vividly colored animals including a frog, an armadillo with a striped shell, and a caterpillar. The background is composed of idealized trees and plants, creating an enchanting and almost surreal atmosphere. The use of bright, bold colors and the naivety of forms imbue the artwork with a childlike charm, befitting the characteristics of the Naïve Art movement. The overall effect is one of fantastical, yet harmonious, natural beauty.
