Farnese de Andrade's Affective Rigor Explored in São Paulo Exhibition

Farnese de Andrade's showcase at Galeria Almeida e Dale in São Paulo is on display until June 15, presenting a critique of mid-20th century abstraction. Curated by Denise Mattar, the exhibition features nearly 100 works that demonstrate his distinctive plastic and symbolic strength, tackling themes of taboos and archetypes. It brings attention to his often-ignored graphic creations alongside notable three-dimensional pieces from the 1990s. Although a crucial figure in Brazilian art, he is frequently overlooked in major historical discussions, such as the 24th São Paulo Biennial. His creations challenge the "dictatorship of abstraction," drawing connections to expressionism and surrealism, with highlights including "Obsessivos" drawings and erotic works from the late 1960s, as well as assemblages spanning 1964 to 1996 that explore memory and loss.