Álbum “Cão” de Ornatos Violeta

The cover of the album “O Cão” by Ornatos Violeta, released in 1997, is one of the most iconic designs in Portuguese music from the 1990s.

The album cover was created by graphic designer André Letria, who is known for his work in graphic design and illustration.

The choice of a dog as the central figure is symbolic, reflecting themes of loyalty, loneliness, and the complexity of human emotions. The typography of the title is also simple, almost like a scribble, complementing the straightforward and uncomplicated visual of the cover.

“O Cão” is considered one of the most important albums in the history of Portuguese alternative rock.