Early Life and Education Born: April 29, 1843, in Areia, Brazil Died: October 7, 1905 Pedro Américo de Figueiredo e Melo displayed artistic talent from a young age, considered a child prodigy. He participated as a draftsman on an expedition of naturalists through the Brazilian Northeast, receiving government support for his studies. Furthered his education in Paris, studying with renowned painters and also dedicating himself to science and philosophy. Artistic Style and Major Works Pedro Américo's style fused neoclassical, romantic, and realistic elements, establishing him as…