Rug Fauna Mix Do Mar
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The wide possibilities of meaning and representation of Brazilian fauna have long permeated Regina Silveira's research.
Regina Silveira
“Fauna Mix Do Mar”, 2022
Rug
2,50 x 2,50m
The wide possibilities of meaning and representation of Brazilian fauna have long permeated Regina Silveira's research. As a result of this investigation, which includes venomous animals, harmful insects, fish, mammals, Brazilian birds, in an allusion to the aura of exoticism that has surrounded Brazilian fauna for centuries, Regina Silveira created the series of rugs called “Fauna Mix”, in partnership with by Kamy. These works have also established a paradoxical relationship with the traditional historical tapestries from Europe, generally symbols of power and authority of the monarchy and the clergy.
Several animal figures, such as fish, snakes, and flying insects, are used to create the pieces “Do Mar” (From the sea), “Do Chão” (From the earth), and “Do Ar” (From the air) respectively. Made of wool, the pieces have achieved a faithful translation of the original drawing, made digitally by the artist, who investigated many sources and animal records to gather a varied repertoire of figures. In a second step, these figures are digitally combined, without concern for the scale relationship among them. The shades are mixed between white, black, and vibrant colors, giving even more prominence to the protagonists of the scene: the animals! Excellent manual weaving for a precious and unusual work.
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