Roberto Burle Marx. Tropical Modernism

Description

Brazilian artist Roberto Burle Marx (1909-1994) revolutionized landscape architecture in the first half of the 20th century by applying design principles from painting and music to nature. While his plans resemble abstract paintings, he incorporated sculptures and three-dimensional or colorful wall surfaces into his landscape projects. In his paintings, one finds abstract plants and the play of light in the treetops. As a painter, graphic designer, sculptor, jewelry creator, set and costume designer, environmental activist, and collector, he participated — in the spirit of the Brazilian avant-garde — in cultural appropriation and the valorization of what was considered "Brazilian." He used native plant species in his parks, even though they were considered inferior, and engaged in research and protection of Brazilian flora. Exhibition curator: Fabienne Eggelhöfer
Curatorial assistance: Myriam Dössegger An exhibition by Zentrum Paul Klee and Fundación Juan March, in collaboration with Instituto Burle Marx and with support from Sítio Burle Marx. Note: This text was translated by an automatic translation software and not by a human translator. It may contain translation errors.

Highlights

• Exhibition dedicated to Roberto Burle Marx
• Curator: Fabienne Eggelhöfer
• Collaboration with Instituto Burle Marx

General Information

The exhibition presents the work of Roberto Burle Marx, a Brazilian artist who transformed landscape architecture in the 20th century. It highlights his contributions as a painter, sculptor, and environmental activist, while promoting Brazilian flora.

Location

Monument im Fruchtland 3, 3006 Bern, Switzerland

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