Grada Kilomba returns to Inhotim with O Barco – Ato II and addresses Portuguese boycott at Venice Biennale

Grada Kilomba has returned to Inhotim for O Barco – Ato II, deepening her exploration of unspeakable horrors through monumental, performative, and sculptural work. Her practice confronts historical traumas for which language often fails. This installation is part of Inhotim's 2024 programming, which emphasizes integration as its central theme. Meanwhile, the 35th São Paulo Biennial aims to explore new expressions of decoloniality, gender, and race. Kilomba's work was previously at the center of controversy when she faced a boycott from the official Portuguese representation at the 2022 Venice Biennale. The artist states that she is reflected in her own work, emphasizing personal and political resonance. These developments highlight her significant presence in contemporary Brazilian and international art contexts, with her projects engaging critical social themes.