Exhibition Explores Exu's Symbolic Power at Museu Afro Brasil Emanoel Araujo
The Museu Afro Brasil Emanoel Araujo presents 'Padê – sentinela à porta da memória,' an exhibition opening on March 21, curated by Rosa Couto. The show examines the symbolic significance of Exu, an orixá associated with pathways and mediation, through historical and contemporary works. Organized into three sections—Africa, Travessia, and Diáspora—it features sculptures, ritual objects, paintings, photographs, and African artworks. Participating artists include Emanoel Araujo, Sidney Amaral, Gustavo Nazareno, Mario Cravo Neto, Pierre Verger, Mestre Didi, and Moisés Patrício, with an original soundscape by Sthe Araujo. The exhibition aims to reflect on memory, transformation, and presence in Afro-diasporic cultures, accompanied by public programs addressing religious racism.
Key facts
- Exhibition 'Padê – sentinela à porta da memória' opens March 21 at Museu Afro Brasil Emanoel Araujo
- Curated by Rosa Couto, focusing on the orixá Exu's symbolic role in Afro-diasporic cultures
- Features historical and contemporary works across three thematic sections: Africa, Travessia, and Diáspora
- Includes artists such as Emanoel Araujo, Sidney Amaral, and Pierre Verger, with sound art by Sthe Araujo
- Accompanied by public programs including a workshop on combating religious racism
Entities
Artists
- Emanoel Araujo
- Sidney Amaral
- Gustavo Nazareno
- Mario Cravo Neto
- Pierre Verger
- Mestre Didi
- Moisés Patrício
- Sthe Araujo
- Euloge Glelé
Institutions
- Museu Afro Brasil Emanoel Araujo
Locations
- Brazil
Sources
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