Curated by Ayrson Heraclitus e Rodrigo Moura, the exposure Mestre Didi – invention and ancestry in Afro-Brazilian art. No. Itaú Cultural, It encompasses the entire journey of the priest-artist, highlighting his importance both for broadening the horizons of the art world and for the evolution of the fight against racism.
Throughout his career, the man from Bahia Master Didi (1917-2013) traversed and expanded the domains of arts and religiosity. Didi's many artistic and craft skills earned him the title of master, just as his vocation and religious activity placed him in prominent positions within religious services. And it is this journey that Itaú Cultural (IC) will showcase from April 8 to July 5, 2026.
In addition to Didi's creations in the field of visual arts, the solo exhibition addresses his textual/literary production and his participation in the development of relevant organizations and events, in Brazil and other countries, focused on research and promotion of African and Afro-diasporic cultures. The exhibition space also explores the connections between Didi and other creators, such as his contemporary. Abdias Birth – project exhibition theme Itaú Cultural Occupation in 2016.
On April 7th, at 19 PM, the opening will take place. Mestre Didi – invention and ancestry in Afro-Brazilian artTo celebrate this moment, the Ilê Asipá terreiro presents Oro Ojés, a traditional ceremony held at all festivities in the space founded by Didi himself, in Salvador.
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Exhibition | Mestre Didi – invention and ancestry in Afro-Brazilian art
From April 8th to July 5th
Tuesday to Saturday, from 11am to 20pm, Sundays and holidays, from 11am to 19pm
Floors 1, -1 and -2
