Landoswki: From Piratini Palace to Rio de Janeiro
The Christ the Redeemer sculptor's first artwork in Brazil was in this gaucho heritage site
Paul LandowskiPiratini Palace
Paul Maximilien Landowski, sculptor of Polish origin, was born in Paris in 1875. In 1906 he settled in Boulogne-Billancourt until his death in 1961, when his studio was transformed into a museum open to the public.
Agriculture and IndustryPiratini Palace
On the façade, facing Praça da Matriz, serving as a frame for the main entrance, there are female figures alluding to Industry – with the torch, representing the forge and helmet – and to Agriculture – with the presence of the fruits of the earth.
Agriculture and IndustryPiratini Palace
To the left of the main door of the palace, on a pedestal, a female figure, bare-chested, sits on her legs. In her left hand she holds a cornucopia, from which fruit comes out, while her right hand runs along her body. On her head is a garland of laurels.
Agriculture and IndustryPiratini Palace
On the right is a seated female figure with one leg bent. In her raised right hand she holds a torch and in her left she holds an anvil. On her head is a stylized lion-shaped helmet.
The SpringPiratini Palace
"Spring" in the garden of the residential wing
In 1910 Landowski was invited to create the three sculptures that decorate the facades and the garden of the residential wing of Piratini Palace.
The cleaning of the sculptural ensembles that make up the façades of the Piratini Palace is one of the most important actions in commemoration of the Palace's centenary, aimed at preserving the artistic and architectural heritage that helps tell its story. The restoration work was carried out by Estúdio Sarasá, sponsored by Corsan and with the support of the Secretariat for Agriculture, Livestock and Rural Development.
The SpringPiratini Palace
The sculptural group "A Primavera" (The spring), signed by the artist, was created in Paris between 1910 and 1913. The pieces were brought in blocks from France and assembled in the Piratini Palace. They represent the 4 seasons in analogy to the 4 stages of life.
"A Primaver" (Spring)
Adorned with fruits and flowers, Spring is represented by a naked woman. The season is portrayed as a representation of youth and fertility.
The SpringPiratini Palace
"O Verão" (Summer)
Summer is represented by smiling children playing.
The SpringPiratini Palace
The beginning of life is related to the season of the year that represents joy.
The SpringPiratini Palace
Rams and sheep representing the reproduction of life are also part of the sculptural group.
The SpringPiratini Palace
"O Outono" (Autumn)
Autumn is represented as a couple in love. In the work, the season represents maturity.
The SpringPiratini Palace
"O Inverno" (Winter)
Represented by an elderly couple, Winter in the work represents more than the end of life, but wisdom.
The SpringPiratini Palace
The consecration of "Spring" !
In 2021, the sculpture group was cleaned in commemoration of the centenary of the Piratini Palace so that it can continue to beautify our garden for many years to come.
Piratini Palace - conservation and memory Piratini Palace
Directed by: Mateus Gomes
Photography: Fernando Bueno; Gustavo Mansur - Piratini Palace collection
Editing: Mateus Gomes; Willian Caetano
Technical reference: Paul Landowski, un artiste humaniste - Le Christ Rédempteur (paul-landowski.com)
Texts: Willian Caetano
Credits: Video
Graphic animation: Gabriel Abreu
Directed : Mateus Gomes
Editing: Álvaro Bonadiman
Image: Álvaro Bonadiman and Vinicius Conrad
Voice over: Deborah Anttuart
Reporting by: Stefani Fontanive
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