The Movement of Brazilian Modernism
CEU Details
Discover the history, influences, and key elements of Brazilian modernism, and explore modern Brazilian artists and designers.
Course learning objectives:
- Learn about the history of Brazilian modernism
- Explore the influences of Brazilian modernism
- Understand the key elements of Brazilian modernism
- Discover essential modern Brazilian artists and designers, past and present
History + Key Influences
The Modern Art Week, an art festival in São Paulo in February 1922, birthed the Brazilian Modernism movement and put the country’s art on the international map while marking a century of its independence from Portugal.
Key Elements
Brazilian Modernism loves curves and color. Using nature as their muse, designers and artists pay homage to the local culture while promoting sustainability to ensure future generations enjoy the same inspiration.
Modernists
Brazilian-born designers like Oscar Niemeyer and immigrants including Lina Bo Bardi drew from European influences, injecting passion for their country to create works uniquely Brazilian.