Bottega Veneta's The Square Project Transforms Lina Bo Bardi's Casa de Vidro with 50 Artists
The third iteration of Bottega Veneta's The Square art initiative, curated by Mari Stockler and directed by Matthieu Blazy, is currently on display at Casa de Vidro, designed by Lina Bo Bardi, in São Paulo until June 3. Unlike earlier exhibitions in Dubai and Tokyo, this edition emphasizes Bo Bardi's Morumbi home. Stockler has structured the exhibition around four themes: time, geometry, spirituality, and tropical roots, drawing inspiration from the neoconcrete movement and Bossa Nova. Nearly 50 artists are showcased, including Ibã Sales, Vivian Caccuri, and notable figures like Lygia Clark. The opening featured discussions and a performance by Alaíde Costa. Additionally, a four-book box set documenting the project was released within three weeks.
Key facts
- The Square's third edition runs until June 3 at Casa de Vidro in São Paulo.
- Matthieu Blazy selected Lina Bo Bardi's former home, diverging from prior temporary structures.
- Mari Stockler curated four thematic routes to explore time, geometry, spirituality, and Brazilian cultural movements.
- Nearly 50 artists are featured, blending established and emerging talents from across Brazil.
- The opening included performances and talks, with recordings to be released online.
- A four-book box set was produced in three weeks to document the project.
- Stockler's research emphasized Bo Bardi's built work and critical texts over biographies.
- Visits are scheduled to prevent overcrowding and ensure curatorial clarity.
Entities
Artists
- Matthieu Blazy
- Mari Stockler
- Lina Bo Bardi
- Ibã Sales
- Vivian Caccuri
- Luiz Zerbini
- Carlito Carvalhosa
- Rosana Paulino
- Cristiano Lenhardt
- Leda Catunda
- Lygia Clark
- Hélio Oiticica
- Augusto de Campos
- Mestre Guarany
- Surubim Feliciano da Paixão
- Lenora de Barros
- Arnaldo Antunes
- Keyna Eleison
- Alaíde Costa
- João Camarero
- Olivia de Oliveira
- Ecléa Bosi
- Marcelo Ferraz
- Frederico Morais
Institutions
- Bottega Veneta
- Casa de Vidro
- Instituto Bardi
- Bienal das Amazônias
- arte!brasileiros
Locations
- São Paulo
- Brazil
- Morumbi
- Dubai
- Tokyo
- Salvador