Brazilian Figurative Painting by Carlínio França, Salvador Bahia

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Original figurative painting by Brazilian artist Carlínio França, presenting a layered symbolic composition exploring love, conflict and choice.

At the … Read more Original figurative painting by Brazilian artist Carlínio França, presenting a layered symbolic composition exploring love, conflict and choice.

At the center, a seated woman is flanked by two male figures, creating a sense of romantic tension and uncertainty. Charging bulls appear above her head, introducing movement and turmoil, while an image of a man and woman kissing at the very top provides a compelling counterpoint to the conflict below.

Rendered in a rich, subdued palette of ochre, brown, black, muted green and metallic gold tones, the work combines figurative imagery with bold graphic outlines and layered symbolism characteristic of Carlínio’s visual language.

Carlínio França is a Brazilian visual artist associated with Salvador, Bahia, with a documented exhibition career dating to the early 1980s. His work explores Brazilian and Latin American identity through figurative imagery, symbolism and cultural references.

Signed CARLÍNIO across the lower portion of the composition. Presented in a substantial wood frame painted to complement and extend the colors of the artwork. Brazilian framing label remains on the reverse.

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• Brazilian
• Original figurative painting
• By Carlínio França
• Signed CARLÍNIO
• Painted wood frame
• Brazilian framing label on reverse
• Good vintage condition with age-appropriate wear

Dimensions:

• 17.75” W
• 21.75” H
• 2” D See less