""Brushes and Chisels: A Story"" is a novel written by Teodoro Serrao and published in 1890. The story follows the life of a young artist named Federico, who struggles to find his place in the world of art. Federico is torn between his passion for painting and his family's expectations for him to become a successful businessman. Along the way, he meets a variety of characters who help shape his artistic vision and challenge his beliefs about art and...