early life and education eduardo josé de sousa malta, a renowned portuguese painter, was born in lisbon, portugal in 1899. he pursued his artistic studies at the lisbon school of fine arts, where he honed his skills in painting and illustration. artistic style and works malta's artwork is characterized by its diverse range, including portraits, landscapes, and still lifes. his work has been exhibited in portugal and abroad, earning him a reputation as a talented artist. some of his notable works include: portrait of luísa maria (museu do caramulo, caramulo, portugal), showcasing his skill in…