Vitalino Filho: A Voice of the Brazilian Hinterlands Born in São Paulo, Brazil in 1909 and tragically passing away in 1963, Vitalino Filho remains a pivotal figure in Brazilian ceramic art. His work transcends mere decoration; it’s a powerful embodiment of rural life, folklore, and the enduring spirit of the *cangaceiros* – highwaymen and outlaws who once roamed the vast backlands of Brazil. Filho's sculptures aren’t simply representa…