Early Life and Artistic Beginnings Born: January 10, 1926, Lisbon, Portugal Died: May 22, 2018, Lisbon, Portugal Júlio Pomar initially studied at the Escola Secundária Artística António Arroio in Lisbon. This early education laid a foundation for his artistic development. He entered the Superior School of Fine Arts of Lisbon in 1942, marking a formal beginning to his art training. An important early event was the sale of his painting "Saltimbancos" to Almada Negreiros, demonstrating early recognition of his talent. Neo-Realist Phase and Political Engagement From 1945 to 1957,…