Les Arts primitifs et populaires du Brésil. Gaule nor extinction of animal species

nor extinction of animal species

The discovery of the old masters would

) have revealed the interest of the wider public in this art form

The questioning that runs through this series of lectures at the Louvre and the book that is its extension does not deal directly with the Other

Les Arts primitifs et populaires du Brésil. Gaule nor extinction of animal speciesBetween 1955 and 1956, surrealist Benjamin Pret traveled across Brazil three times, seeking out the marvelous, which he glimpsed in primitive and popular arts. He photographed numerous works, often singular and striking, for a book that would never see the light of day. Rediscovered through a fortunate coincidence, these photographs are brought together here for the first time. Prepared by Jrme Duwa and Leonor Loureno de Abreu, this edition