Tecelares by Lygia Pape, hand-painted oil painting reproduction by a master artist
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Tecelares Hand-painted oil painting reproduction

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47.0 x 22.0 cm

Explore the innovative art of Lygia Pape (1927-2004), a Brazilian pioneer of Concrete & Neo-Concrete movements. Known for geometric abstraction, interactive installations like 'Ttéias,' and explorations of space, perception, and social themes.

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Artist Biography

Early Life and Education

  • Born: April 7, 1927, Nova Friburgo, Brazil
  • Died: May 3, 2004, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
  • Studied philosophy at the Universidade Federal do Rio de Janeiro (UFRJ).
  • Received informal training in fine arts and studied with Fayga Ostrower at the Museu de Arte Moderna do Rio de Janeiro.
  • Began her artistic journey around 1950, influenced by European constructivism.

The Concrete and Neo-Concrete Movements

  • Concrete Art: Joined the Concrete art movement in the early 1950s, embracing geometric shapes and materiality.
  • Grupo Frente: Co-founded Grupo Frente in 1952 with Ivan Serpa, Hélio Oiticica, and Aluíso Carvão. This group rejected Brazilian modernism's figuration and nationalism.
  • Neo-Concrete Movement: A key figure in the emergence of the Neo-Concrete movement in the late 1950s. This movement moved away from pure rationalism, incorporating sensuality, color, and poetic feeling.
  • Manifesto: Co-signed the Neo-Concrete manifesto with Lygia Clark and Hélio Oiticica, advocating for viewer interaction and phenomenological experiences.

Key Works and Artistic Development

  • Tecelares Series (1950s): A series of wood prints featuring planes of black ink and thin lines, evoking handiwork and a connection to Brazilian culture. These works explored the concept of "magnetized space."
  • Livro da Criação (Book of Creation) (1959): A part-book-part-sculptural work designed to narrate the genesis of the world, allowing viewers to manipulate pages and create unique narratives.
  • Livro do tempo (Book of Time) (1961–63): Consisted of 365 three-dimensional units representing each day of the year.
  • Neoconcrete Ballets (late 1950s): Performance pieces involving dancers in colored costumes, exploring movement and space.
  • Film Work: Involved with Cinema Novo as a designer and later created experimental films incorporating social and political themes.

Influences and Historical Significance

  • European Constructivism: Early influence on her geometric abstraction.
  • Brazilian Indigenous Culture: Inspiration for the "weaving" metaphor in the Tecelares series, connecting to traditional Brazilian art forms.
  • Hélio Oiticica & Lygia Clark: Collaborated with these artists and shared a vision for expanding contemporary art in Brazil.
  • Pioneer of Neo-Concrete Art: Pape's work significantly contributed to the development and expansion of Neo-Concrete art, pushing boundaries through interaction, ethics, and politics.
  • Legacy: Her emphasis on viewer participation and exploration of social themes continues to inspire artists and art enthusiasts worldwide.

Later Career and Recognition

  • Taught at the Museu de Arte Moderna and Universidade Santa Úrsula in Rio de Janeiro.
  • Received a master's degree in philosophy of art from UFRJ.
  • Participated in major exhibitions, including the São Paulo Bienal and the Venice Biennale.
Lygia Pape

Lygia Pape

1927 - 2004 , Brazil

Quick Facts

  • Full Name: Lygia Pape
  • Nationality: Brazilian
  • Date Of Birth: 1927
  • Date Of Death: 2004
  • Place Of Birth: Nova Friburgo, Brazil
  • Notable Artworks:
    • Tecelares Series
    • Livro da Criação
    • Ttéias
  • Artistic Movement Or Style: Neo-Concrete Movement
  • Artists Who Influenced This Artist: ['Theo van Doesburg']
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