a portuguese master of multiple disciplines
armando pereira de basto, a portuguese painter, illustrator, sculptor, and decorator, left an indelible mark on the art world with his versatile talents. born on may 26, 1889, in porto, portugal, and passing away in 1923 in minho province, de basto's life was a testament to his passion for the arts.early education and influences
de basto attended the escola superior de belas-artes do porto from 1903 to 1910, where he had the privilege of studying under the tutelage of josé de brito and joão marques de oliveira. this foundational period in his life was further enriched by being awarded the prémio soares dos reis, a honor bestowed in recognition of the sculptor antónio soares dos reis.parisian interlude and artistic evolution
in 1910, de basto ventured to paris, a city teeming with artistic innovation. here, he came under the influence of édouard manet and amedeo modigliani, further broadening his artistic horizons. his participation in the salon des humoristes at the palais de glaces marked a significant milestone in his career.collaborations and contributions
de basto's collaborative spirit led to the co-creation of the magazine génio latino, alongside aquilino ribeiro and tomás leal da câmara, featuring contributors like manuel jardim and anjos teixeira. his admiration for caricaturists rafael bordalo pinheiro and celso hermínio led to his participation in the exposições de humoristas e modernistas, a pivotal event promoting modern art.- notable works:
- the trawler 'ben lora' (south shields museum and art gallery, oil on canvas)
- bents house (duncan fraser mclea, south shields museum and art gallery, oil)
- the 'lydgate' (lai fong, south shields museum and art gallery, oil on canvas)
- museums featuring his work:
- south shields museum and art gallery (united kingdom)
- harris museum and art gallery (preston, lancashire, united kingdom)
- artistic style: characterized by a blend of humor, modernity, and a deep connection with his portuguese heritage.
legacy and remembrance
de basto's untimely passing in 1923, due to tuberculosis, did not diminish the impact of his artistic legacy. today, his works can be found in various museums, including those mentioned above, a testament to his enduring influence on the art world.- view more of de basto's artworks and biography at https://WikiOO.org/@/armando-pereira-de-basto
- explore the south shields museum and art gallery and its collection at https://WikiOO.org/@@/d3be25
- discover more about harris museum and art gallery at https://WikiOO.org/@@/d263ly-the-museum-church-of-ambierle,-france
Questions & Answers
What are the birth city and country of Armando Pereira De Basto?
Armando Pereira De Basto was born in Porto, in Portugal.
How many artworks by Armando Pereira De Basto are available to browse?
You can browse 2 artworks by Armando Pereira De Basto on the All Artworks page.
In which movements did Armando Pereira De Basto work?
The movements Armando Pereira De Basto worked in can be seen on the artist's All Movements page, which groups the artworks by movement.
Is there a 3D virtual tour of Armando Pereira De Basto's works?
A virtual visit is possible: the 3D Museum page of Armando Pereira De Basto presents the artist's works in a three-dimensional gallery.
What other names is Armando Pereira De Basto known by?
Armando Pereira De Basto appears under the alternate names Armando De Basto.
Where is Armando Pereira De Basto from?
Armando Pereira De Basto was born in Portugal.
How did Armando Pereira De Basto's art evolve over time?
A chronological account of Armando Pereira De Basto's work is available on the artist's Chronicle page, where the artworks pass in order of creation, chapter by chapter.
Can I explore Armando Pereira De Basto's works by keyword?
Armando Pereira De Basto's works can be explored by keyword on the artist's By Keywords page. Each keyword groups the related artworks.
