Starting in September, we invite everyone to visit the Gallery, where the showcase presents "African works in historical artistic tapestry and tribal art", in dialogue with new acquisitions gathered in the current exhibition: "Melodies of the Weaves - From Genaro de Carvalho to Jorge Cravo". This exhibition establishes "connections with the history of the São Paulo Biennial" and with the international artistic diversity promoted by this event, which breaks boundaries and expands the limits of art.

The tapestry featured in the showcase, "Cruelty of Shaka", with a historical iconographic theme, was created and woven by the artists and weavers "Esther Nxumalo (?-1984) " and "Philda Majozi (1944- ) ", belonging to the "Kwazulu" people in South Africa. The work was exhibited at the 12th São Paulo Biennial in 1973 and is displayed alongside a collection of "tribal art" from the 1950s, originating from various peoples of the Congo, Cameroon, Ivory Coast, and Gabon, kindly loaned by collector "Christian-Jack Heymès".

Also in the showcase and throughout the gallery's exhibition space are significant works by the Bahian artist "Genaro de Carvalho (1926, Salvador - 1971) ", a pioneer of artistic tapestry in Brazil. Recognized as one of the great names of Brazilian art, Genaro took part in the 3rd São Paulo Biennial in 1955, presenting paintings, and throughout his career established important international connections, especially with European modern art and influences from the "African artistic movement". In addition, Bahia, his homeland, preserves profound African cultural roots that permeate and enrich his artistic production. "We look forward to your visit!"