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Portas Vilaseca Galeria presents 'Fogo Corredor' collective exhibition exploring supernatural fire legends

exhibition · 2026-04-19

In Rio de Janeiro, the Portas Vilaseca Galeria is hosting 'Fogo Corredor,' a group exhibition curated by Lucas Albuquerque that showcases the works of twenty artists. This exhibition delves into the captivating tales and myths surrounding fire, drawing inspiration from the supernatural folklore of Northern and Northeastern Brazil. On the ground floor, artists André Griffo, Thiago Martins de Melo, and Manuela Costa Lima explore the symbolism of fire within both Christian and pagan contexts. Meanwhile, Paloma Bosquê, Ayla Tavares, and Alex Cerveny craft stories centered on rituals. The third floor presents fire's spectral narratives through a contemporary lens, featuring Guerreiro do Divino Amor, biarritzzz, and Randolpho Lamonier. The exhibition is open from November 13 to October 10, 2026, Tuesday to Friday from 11am to 7pm, and Saturdays from 11am to 5pm at Rua Dona Mariana, 137, casa 2, Botafogo.

Key facts

  • Exhibition 'Fogo Corredor' curated by Lucas Albuquerque
  • Features 20 artists from different generations and regions
  • Explores supernatural fire legends from Northern and Northeastern Brazil
  • Divided into two complementary exhibition paths across two floors
  • Ground floor focuses on sacred traditions and fire's purifying/punitive aspects
  • Third floor presents fire narratives through pop and political lenses
  • Runs from November 13, 2025 to October 10, 2026 at Portas Vilaseca Galeria
  • Located at Rua Dona Mariana, 137, casa 2, Botafogo, Rio de Janeiro

Entities

Artists

  • Lucas Albuquerque
  • Guerreiro do Divino Amor
  • Rayana Rayo
  • Thiago Martins de Melo
  • André Griffo
  • Manuela Costa Lima
  • Paloma Bosquê
  • Ayla Tavares
  • Alex Cerveny
  • biarritzzz
  • Randolpho Lamonier
  • Mateus Moreira
  • Luiza Lukah

Institutions

  • Portas Vilaseca Galeria

Locations

  • Rio de Janeiro
  • Brazil
  • Botafogo
  • Norte
  • Nordeste

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