The artwork titled “E.F.C.B. (Estrada de Ferro Central do Brasil)” was created by the artist Tarsila do Amaral in the year 1924. It represents the Cubism and Naïve Art (Primitivism) movements and belongs to the cityscape genre.
In this painting, a vibrant depiction of a railway infrastructure is illustrated, characterized by intricate geometric forms and a charming simplicity that is typical of Naïve Art. The lively colors and distinct lines capture a bustling, dynamic scene. The presence of various elements such as houses, a church, signal posts, and railway tracks underscores an urban setting, with the railway providing a central motif that ties the composition together. The overlapping planes and fragmented forms bear the hallmark of Cubism, conveying a sense of depth and movement within the cityscape.
