12 Art Books for 2022: Brazilian Publications Spanning Modernist Biographies to Decolonial Theory
Twelve newly released art books encourage a fresh perspective on art both in Brazil and worldwide. Paula Braga examines the creations of Hélio Oiticica, Cildo Meireles, and Beatriz Milhazes. The MASP anthology compiles 84 writings on artistic and activist endeavors, including contributions from Augusto Boal, León Ferrari, and the Guerrilla Art Action Group. Leda Maria Martins delves into themes of body, time, and memory, introducing the concept of spiral time. Circuito's two-volume set addresses Brazilian art from 1970-1999 and the 21st century. Hal Foster critiques the function of art in the context of post-truth politics. Hans Ulrich Obrist conducts interviews with Brazilian artists. Additionally, a special edition of Alfred Jarry's Ubu Roi showcases graphic design by Elaine Ramos, alongside works on Arjan Martins, Ruy Ohtake, Paul Cézanne, and Alberto da Veiga Guignard.
Key facts
- 12 art books were published or reissued in 2021, focusing on Brazilian and global art.
- Paula Braga analyzes works by Hélio Oiticica, Cildo Meireles, and Beatriz Milhazes.
- An MASP anthology includes 84 texts on artistic and activist practice from the late 19th century to the 21st century.
- Leda Maria Martins develops the concept of spiral time based on African community practices.
- A two-volume collection by Circuito publisher examines Brazilian art from 1970 to the present.
- Hal Foster's book questions art's role in the context of post-truth politics and social disruption.
- Hans Ulrich Obrist's volume features 30 interviews with Brazilian cultural figures.
- A commemorative edition of Ubu Roi includes graphic design by Elaine Ramos and reproductions from avant-garde artists.
- A bilingual book on Arjan Martins includes 100 images of his works addressing Afro-Brazilian narratives.
- Madalena Schwartz's catalog documents photographs of travestis and transformists during Brazil's military dictatorship.
Entities
Artists
- Paula Braga
- Hélio Oiticica
- Cildo Meireles
- Beatriz Milhazes
- Augusto Boal
- León Ferrari
- Leda Maria Martins
- Alfredo Bosi
- João Guimarães Rosa
- Guy Brett
- Lisette Lagnado
- Tunga
- Aracy Amaral
- Ayrson Heráclito
- Cauê Alves
- Tiago Sant’Ana
- Tadeu Chiarelli
- Hal Foster
- Fabio Cypriano
- Hans Ulrich Obrist
- Alfred Jarry
- Dora Maar
- Miró
- Lina Bo Bardi
- Max Ernst
- Picasso
- Raymond Savignac
- Firmin Gémier
- Guillaume Apollinaire
- Michel Foucault
- Otto Maria Carpeaux
- Arjan Martins
- Paulo Miyada
- Michael Asbury
- Raquel Barreto
- Madalena Schwartz
- Paz Errázuriz
- Leandro Katz
- Sergio Zevallos
- Vasco Szinetar
- Adolfo Patiño
- Armando Cristeto
- Ruy Ohtake
- Abilio Guerra
- Silvana Romano Santos
- Michael Doran
- Paul Cézanne
- Paulo Pasta
- Alberto da Veiga Guignard
- Manuel Bandeira
- Marcelo Bortoloti
Institutions
- MASP
- Afterall
- University of the Arts, Londres
- Circuito
- Le Monde
- Courtauld Institute
- Instituto Moreira Salles
- Arquivo Quiwa
- Arquivo da Memória Trans Argentina
- Instituto de Arquitetos do Brasil
- Faculdade de Arquitetura de Santos
- Universidade Braz Cubas
Locations
- Brazil
- São Paulo
- London
- United Kingdom
- France
- Argentina
- Portugal
- Minas Gerais
- Europe