Jessica Fahy Art Historian

The history of Brazilian art is a rich and diverse narrative that reflects the country's complex social, cultural, and political evolution. From indigenous craftsmanship to contemporary works, Brazilian art embodies a unique fusion of indigenous, African, European, and later, global influences. This series will cover the Early Influences and Indigenous Art before the arrival of Europeans, when Brazil was home to numerous indigenous groups, each with distinct artistic expressions. These ranged from intricate pottery and textiles to body painting, carvings, and featherwork. Indigenous art was deeply connected to rituals, cosmology, and nature. We will also look at Colonial Art (1500-1822), Independence and Early Nationalism (1822-1889) and Modernism (1920s-1960s). A great tie in to the upcoming highly anticipated exhibition in London in 2025 Brasil! Brasil! The Birth of Modernism.