Brazilian Architectural Expressionist Painting, "Encounter in Copacabana"

Afternoon light imparts a sepia tone to a venerable old neighborhood of Rio de Janeiro. Beneath a shade tree, friends gather for conversation and a game of cards or dominoes. Mauricio Solano captures the dignity of Art Deco architecture, but also conveys the camaraderie of his subjects. "This was painted in the Sara Kubitschek Plaza in Copacabana," he confides.

Named "Encontro em Copacabana" in Portuguese.