plate no. 3251

The kitchen in the house Manhaus

Amadeo de Souza-Cardoso, 1913

oilCubisminteriorinteriorkitchenwindowtablearchitecturecubism

some experience helpful

Recreating this painting will help students understand how to break down complex scenes into geometric shapes and use a limited color palette to create depth and form. It also provides practice in creating abstract compositions while still suggesting a recognizable subject.

technical profile

palette complexity

brushwork visibility

value contrast

compositional simplicity

study guide

est. 8 hrs

approach — 8 steps

step 01
Sketch the basic shapes and lines of the composition, focusing on the geometric forms.
step 02
Establish the darkest values first, blocking in the shadows and defining the overall structure.
step 03
Mix the primary color palette of browns, yellows, and blues.
step 04
Begin filling in the larger shapes with the mixed colors, paying attention to the value variations within each shape.
step 05
Gradually add lighter values to create highlights and suggest form.
step 06
Refine the edges of the shapes and add details, such as the window and the table.
step 07
Use thin lines to reinforce the geometric structure and add visual interest.
step 08
Step back and adjust the overall balance and harmony of the painting.

color palette

primary · raw umber · yellow ochre · Prussian blue

secondary · burnt sienna · titanium white

Mix browns by combining umber and sienna. Use white to create lighter tints of each color. Achieve the greenish hues by mixing yellow ochre and Prussian blue.

techniques