1859 - 1931

Essentielle detaljer

  • Art period: 19th Century
  • Top 3 works:
    • River Sado
    • The beach
    • Departure from Mass
  • Top-ranked work: River Sado
  • Museums on this site:
    • Soares dos Reis National Museum
    • Casa-Museu Dr. Anastácio Gonçalves
  • Lifespan: 72 years
  • Typical colors: rosy brown
  • Works on this site: 11

Early Life and Education

  • Born: March 9, 1859, Setúbal, Portugal
  • Died: February 17, 1931, Lisbon, Portugal
  • Studied at the Academia das Belas-Artes under António da Silva Porto.
  • Held his first exhibition at the Lisbon Geographic Society in 1881.
  • Became a member of the Lion's Group, an association promoting naturalism in the arts.

Artistic Style and Notable Works

  • Specialized in maritime subjects, showcasing a naturalistic style.
  • Known for capturing the beauty of the sea and surrounding landscapes.
  • Notable works include: The Pulpit of Saint John and The Beach (available on WahooArt.com).
  • Created illustrations for magazines like *Branco e Negro*, *Atlantida*, and *Contemporânea*.

Career and Contributions

  • Served as Director of the Industrial School Afonso Domingues between 1883 and 1925.
  • Participated in numerous exhibitions, receiving medals and honors at international events (Paris 1900, St. Louis 1904).
  • Designed commemorative postage stamps.
  • Contributed decorations for public and private buildings, including the Assembly of the Republic and Buçaco Palace Hotel.
  • Played a significant role in education, teaching at various institutions.

Influences and Legacy

  • Influences: Naturalism, António da Silva Porto (mentor).
  • His naturalistic style and attention to detail have made him a beloved figure in Portuguese art history.
  • Contributed significantly to the promotion of naturalism within Portuguese artistic circles.
  • His work continues to inspire artists today and is appreciated by art lovers worldwide.

Collections and Recognition

Spørgsmål og svar

Kan jeg sortere João Vazs værker efter farve?

Farveindeks for João Vaz er en side, der organiserer kunstnerens værker efter farve.

I hvilken historisk periode arbejdede João Vaz?

João Vaz var aktiv i 19th Century-perioden. Denne periode placerer kunstnerens virke i en historisk kontekst.

Kan jeg gennemse João Vazs værker efter stemning?

På kunstnerens Stemningsfulde rum side kan du finde João Vazs værker sorteret efter stemning.

Hvor kan jeg se farveprofilen i João Vazs værker?

Farvepalettens DNA for João Vaz er en side, der præsenterer farveprofilen i kunstnerens samlede værk.

Test dit øje

Der er kun ét korrekt svar på hvert spørgsmål.

Spørgsmål 1:
In which city was João José Vaz born?
Spørgsmål 2:
Under which mentor did João José Vaz study at the Academia das Belas-Artes?
Spørgsmål 3:
Which artistic movement was promoted by the 'Lion's Group', of which Vaz was a member?
Spørgsmål 4:
What was the primary subject matter of João José Vaz's paintings?
Spørgsmål 5:
Which of these is a notable work by the artist?