Reinaldo Manzke was born in Santa Catarina, Brazil in 1906 and died in Brazil in 1980. He was a well known Brazilian artist. He received many awards for his work. His first training as an artist was in the convent of Saint Antonio in Blumenau, under professor of drawing and painting Frei Genésio Hansen O.F.M. He later studied in São Paulo and Rio De Janeiro, dedicating himself especially to the medium of watercolor. His first individual exposition was in São Paulo, in 1939, repeating in 1945/46/48. He was awarded prizes by the National Museum of Fine Arts of Rio De Janeiro and by the government of São Paulo. He is mentioned in Painters of Brazil by Teodoro Braga and Davenport's Art Reference and Price Guide.

Reynaldo Manzke watercolor and gouache on artist board measuring 7 1/2" x 9 3/8" (Overall dimensions 12" x 15") signed by the artist and matted for preservation.  Very good condition with a couple nicks on the frame.