Mid 20th Century Rare Visionary Gouache on Paper: "The Volpi Homage" – Provenance: Sala De Arte Mediúnica, Brazil - Unframed

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Fascinating intersection of Brazilian Modernism and the spiritualist movement. This evocative gouache on paper (19" x 27.5") is a remarkable … Read more Fascinating intersection of Brazilian Modernism and the spiritualist movement. This evocative gouache on paper (19" x 27.5") is a remarkable artifact of Brazilian mediumistic art history. Created in Recife, Brazil, this piece is an extraordinary example of "psychopictographic" art—a genre where works are executed during a state of mediumistic trance.

THE STORY:
This painting is a documented creation of Jaques Andrade, a central figure in Brazil’s mediumistic art scene. Created at the Sala de Arte Mediúnica Leonardo da Vinci in Recife, this work serves as an homage to the legendary Brazilian modernist Alfredo Volpi. The painting bears the signature "Volpi," reflecting Andrade’s practice of channeling the artistic essences of masters to provide therapeutic "chromotherapy" (color therapy) to visitors.

PROVENANCE:
The verso (back) of the painting features the original, handwritten dedication from Jaques Andrade, citing the specific address of the Leonardo da Vinci center in Campo Grande, Recife. This documentation is a rare window into a unique chapter of Brazilian spiritualism.

CONDITION:
Good vintage condition with a few scuffs. Unframed. No water stains.

A captivating conversation piece for any collection of Outsider, Visionary, or Latin American art. See less