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Pinacoteca de São Paulo Celebrates 120 Years with Focus on Diversity and Silenced Narratives

institutional · 2026-04-19

The Pinacoteca de São Paulo marks its 120th anniversary with a program emphasizing diversity and previously silenced narratives. Artist Ayrson Heráclito presents his solo exhibition "Yorùbáiano" at the institution. Regina Parra blends visual and performing arts in a show referencing Clarice Lispector. Jonathas de Andrade explores the ambiguity of encounters in his work. Lenora de Barros showcases a synthesis of her plural production. Carlito Carvalhosa examines the transitory character of things. The museum's approach uses the surreal as a counterpoint to neoliberal perspectives. A conversation with artist Antonio Obá is part of the anniversary activities. The programming asserts that art can express what history cannot.

Key facts

  • Pinacoteca de São Paulo is celebrating its 120th anniversary
  • The anniversary program focuses on diversity and silenced narratives
  • Ayrson Heráclito's solo exhibition "Yorùbáiano" is presented at the museum
  • Regina Parra's show blends visual and performing arts and references Clarice Lispector
  • Jonathas de Andrade's work explores ambiguous encounters
  • Lenora de Barros presents a synthesis of her plural artistic production
  • Carlito Carvalhosa's work examines the transitory nature of things
  • The museum uses surrealism as a counterpoint to neoliberal perspectives

Entities

Artists

  • Ayrson Heráclito
  • Regina Parra
  • Jonathas de Andrade
  • Lenora de Barros
  • Carlito Carvalhosa
  • Antonio Obá
  • Clarice Lispector

Institutions

  • Pinacoteca de São Paulo

Locations

  • São Paulo
  • Brazil

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