Djanira da Motta e Silva

Jun 20, 1914 - May 31, 1979

Djanira da Motta e Silva was a Brazilian painter, illustrator and engraver, known by her first name Djanira. She was known for her naïve art paintings, depicting Brazilian common people, religious themes and landscapes.

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Djanira: Chronicler of Rites, painter of customs

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