Mini overalls
Acrylic On Canvas
WallArt
Neo-Concrete Minimalism
1960
Museu de Arte de São Paulo Assis Chateaubriand
Willys de Castro (1926 – 1988)
Explore the innovative art of Willlys de Castro (1926-1988), a Brazilian pioneer of Neo-Concrete art. Discover his 'Active Object' series & unique visual creations.
Museu de Arte de São Paulo Assis Chateaubriand (Sao Paulo, Brazil)
Explore MASP São Paulo: A landmark art museum showcasing European & Brazilian masterpieces within Lina Bo Bardi's architectural marvel. Discover diverse collections and vibrant cultural experiences.
The collection of 79 pieces, selected by Pietro Maria Bardi (1900–1999), the museum’s founding director, was donated in 1972 by Rhodia. The French chemical manufacturer promoted its synthetic fabrics in Brazil through fashion spectacles, collections and press articles, according to a strategy devised by Lívio Rangan (1933–1984), the company’s visionary publicity manager. The fashion shows presented between 1960 and 1970 were true spectacles that brought together professionals from the fields of theater, dance, music and the arts. Held at the Feira Nacional da Indústria Têxtil [National Textile Industry Fair] (Fenit), Brazil’s largest fashion event at the time, each show featured up to 150 designs, with two collections per year traveling throughout Brazil and internationally.
About this artwork
- Title: Mini overalls
- Artist: Willys de Castro
- Year: 1960
- Copyright status: Under copyright
- Where to see it: Museu de Arte de São Paulo Assis Chateaubriand
- Creative period: Mature Artistic Phase
- Purpose: Accent
- Keywords: neo-concrete , brazilian art , active object
- Topics: minimalist aesthetic , retro style , mid-century art
Quick Facts
- Notable elements or techniques: Active Object series
- Subject or theme: Fashion History
- Title: Mini overalls
- Artist: Willys de Castro
- Year: 1960
- Medium: Photography
- Movement: Neo-Concrete