The artwork titled “Cityscape” is a creation by the renowned artist Tarsila do Amaral. It belongs to the art movements of Cubism and Naïve Art (Primitivism). Categorized within the cityscape genre, the piece exemplifies the unique visual and thematic characteristics associated with these movements.
The artwork portrays a serene and stylized urban landscape, characterized by vivid colors and geometric shapes. It features a composition of small buildings with red rooftops nestled amidst rolling green hills. Tall, slender trees punctuate the scene, adding vertical elements that reach toward the sky. The foreground includes a winding road and various plants, contributing to the rural tranquility of the setting. The sky above is a gentle blue, providing a peaceful backdrop that contrasts with the vibrant green of the hills. The work embodies the essence of Cubism through its use of simple, fragmented shapes, while also reflecting the Naïve Art movement’s emphasis on straightforward, uncluttered aesthetics.
