Exposição Amadeo de Souza Cardoso - Liga Naval de Lisboa

José Sobral de Almada NegreirosProject Gutenberg · United StatesDec 2019

Rating 2.8

Word count: 4.6K words
Chapters: 1

Summary

Project Gutenberg was the first provider of free electronic books, or eBooks. Michael Hart, founder of Project Gutenberg, invented eBooks in 1971 and his memory continues to inspire the creation of eBooks and related technologies today.Exposição Amadeo de Souza Cardoso - Liga Naval de Lisboa by Almada NegreirosAuthor: Almada Negreiros, José de, 1893-1970,Language: Portuguese, Class: N: Fine Arts, Release Date: Oct 12, 2007

Editor's review

This text is Almada Negreiros's piece on the exhibition of Amadeo de Souza Cardoso held at the Liga Naval de Lisboa, written by a central figure of Portuguese modernism and valuable both as art criticism and as a period document. Its strength lies not in a systematic account of the painter's life but in a contemporary's view of the exhibition and the atmosphere of the works, in language marked by modernist rhetoric. Readers can sense the debates of early twentieth-century Portuguese art circles and use it as primary material for the reception history of Amadeo. Since it is an exhibition-related text rather than a catalogue, it is best read alongside images of the paintings to fully grasp its descriptions and judgments. Suitable as supplementary reading in art history courses, modernism seminars, or Portuguese literature, and for enthusiasts with some grounding in Portuguese modern art.

Who it's for

A good fit for

Scholars and students of Portuguese modernist art and literature
Readers interested in Amadeo de Souza Cardoso and his reception history
Portuguese-reading enthusiasts of early twentieth-century art criticism

Not a good fit for

General readers seeking a complete biography or systematic catalogue of the painter
Art lovers unfamiliar with Portuguese who do not wish to rely on translations
Readers expecting extensive plates or catalogue-style information

Reading tips

Familiarize yourself with Amadeo de Souza Cardoso's life and style before reading; the text will be easier to follow.
Read alongside images of the works or exhibition materials, setting the verbal description against the visual, and note the author's rhetorical bent.
Read it against criticism by other Portuguese modernists to observe different positions and discourses.
If Portuguese is difficult, use a reliable translation or bilingual materials for the gist, then return to the original for its style.

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FAQ

Is this text an exhibition catalogue or a critical essay?

It is Almada Negreiros's text on Amadeo de Souza Cardoso's exhibition at the Liga Naval de Lisboa, closer to a contemporary critical or exhibition-related text than a systematic catalogue. Do not expect a complete list of works or plates; use it as art criticism and a period document.

Can I read it without knowing Portuguese?

The original is in Portuguese with modernist rhetoric, so direct reading is demanding. Without Portuguese, start with a reliable translation or excerpts in scholarship for the main points; for deeper analysis, consult the original for wording and tone.

What is its use in art history research?

Its value lies in a contemporary viewing perspective and critical discourse, useful for the reception history of Amadeo de Souza Cardoso and the debates of early twentieth-century Portuguese modernism. As a primary document, read it alongside images, exhibition records, and other criticism rather than as a standalone biography or stylistic overview.

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About the author

José Sobral de Almada Negreiros Author · Portuguese · 1893–1970

José de Almada Negreiros (1893–1970) was a Portuguese painter, poet and writer, and a central figure of the Portuguese modernist movement. Born in São Tomé and Príncipe, he later became active in Lisbon's literary and artistic circles, co-founding the magazine Orpheus with Fernando Pessoa and Mário de Sá-Carneiro, thereby promoting Portuguese modernist literature and art. His work spans painting, poetry, fiction and manifestos, with representative titles including the Anti-Dantas Manifesto, A Scena do Odio, K4 O Quadrado Azul and A Engomadeira. His writings often draw on Lisbon's urban life, displaying bold linguistic experimentation, irony and avant-garde sensibility. The library holds eight of his works, covering fiction, manifestos and texts related to art exhibitions, which reflect his cross-disciplinary practice. Public information on the details of his life and education is limited.