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Havana Biennial and Brazilian Art Features in ARTE!Brasileiros Issue 47

publication · 2026-04-23

The 13th Havana Biennial in 2019 is highlighted for its theme 'The challenge of the possible,' emphasizing resilience and artistic exploration. In Brazil, Pinacoteca presents an indigenist project by Ernesto Neto, while a show features the reinvented world of Hudinilson Junior. The publication covers 'Xilo: Body and Landscape' and '275 Times Northeast,' focusing on regional art. Nazareth Pacheco's work is noted for creation as a triumph of life, and 'Aproximações' offers a brief introduction to 20th-century Brazilian art. Sesc-SP's inclusive policy extends to art, and FLIP incorporates visual arts. The issue includes pieces like 'A painting done of debris and memories' and 'Witnesses of evil, of good, of life,' with 'A place where to remember is to act' and 'A “Sertão Art” of experimentation and resistance' addressing memory and cultural persistence.

Key facts

  • The 13th Havana Biennial occurred in 2019 with the theme 'The challenge of the possible.'
  • Ernesto Neto has an indigenist project displayed at Pinacoteca.
  • Hudinilson Junior's work is featured in a show.
  • Nazareth Pacheco's art is described as creation triumphing over life.
  • 'Aproximações' provides an introduction to Brazilian art of the 20th century.
  • Sesc-SP implements an inclusive policy for art.
  • Visual arts are integrated into FLIP.
  • The issue includes coverage of 'Xilo: Body and Landscape' and '275 Times Northeast.'

Entities

Artists

  • Ernesto Neto
  • Hudinilson Junior
  • Nazareth Pacheco

Institutions

  • Pinacoteca
  • Sesc-SP
  • FLIP
  • Havana Biennial
  • 13th Havana Biennial

Locations

  • Havana
  • Cuba
  • São Paulo
  • Brazil
  • Northeast

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