Manuel da Costa Ataíde

Our Lady surrounded by musician angels, in Ouro Preto

Manuel da Costa Ataíde (Mariana, Minas Gerais, 18 October 1762 – 2 February 1830), was a Brazilian painter, decorator, teacher and woodcarver. He is the greatest name of Brazilian Baroque painting. His most celebrated work is the painted ceiling of the Church of Saint Francis of Assisi in Ouro Preto, and collaborated with the other genius of this period, Aleijadinho, painting many of his sculptures.

See also

• Painting in Brazil

External links

• Arte UnB - Biography (in Portuguese)

Persondata
Name	Costa Ataide, Manuel Da
Alternative names
Short description	Painter
Date of birth	18 October 1762
Place of birth	Mariana, Brazil
Date of death	2 February 1830
Place of death