Antonio Obá: Rituals of Care
Blending spirituality, colonial history, and personal memory, Brazilian artist Antonio Obá explores Afro-Brazilian identity through evocative paintings and sculptures. His work challenges historical narratives, reinterpreting religious iconography and cultural symbolism to reflect on power, resistance, and the body as a site of transformation. Centre d’Art Contemporain Genève, Rue des Vieux-Grenadiers 10, 1205 Genève, Switzerland. Runs through February 16th, 2025
This exhibition takes place at Centre d’Art Contemporain Genève at Rue des Vieux-Grenadiers 10, 1205 in Genève, Switzerland. Runs through February 16th, 2025
Exhibition Description
Antonio Obá’s exhibition at Centre d’Art Contemporain Genève presents a deeply introspective and politically charged body of work that interrogates Brazil’s colonial past and its lingering effects on contemporary identity. Through textured paintings, sculptures, and mixed media installations, Obá reimagines religious and historical figures, intertwining personal and collective memory with the complexities of Afro-Brazilian heritage. His practice subverts traditional iconography, revealing hidden tensions between faith, power, and resistance. By engaging with themes of race, sexuality, and historical erasure, Obá’s work fosters a dialogue on identity, belonging, and the resilience of marginalized communities.
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