João Freire

ABOUT THE AFFECTS COLLECTION

“Neste trabalho tento expressar os laços que unem mãe e filho desde a nascença desse ser que é o fruto do seu amor, assim como o sentimento que une pai e filho.” (João Freire) – In this work the artist try to express the bonds that unite mother and child since birth of this being who is the fruit of their love, as well as the feeling that unites father and son.

ABOUT THE AFFECTS COLLECTION

“Neste trabalho tento expressar os laços que unem mãe e filho desde a nascença desse ser que é o fruto do seu amor, assim como o sentimento que une pai e filho.” (João Freire) – In this work the artist try to express the bonds that unite mother and child since birth of this being who is the fruit of their love, as well as the feeling that unites father and son.

ABOUT THE AFFECTS COLLECTION

“Neste trabalho tento expressar os laços que unem mãe e filho desde a nascença desse ser que é o fruto do seu amor, assim como o sentimento que une pai e filho.” (João Freire) – In this work the artist try to express the bonds that unite mother and child since birth of this being who is the fruit of their love, as well as the feeling that unites father and son.

ABOUT THE AFFECTS COLLECTION

“Neste trabalho tento expressar os laços que unem mãe e filho desde a nascença desse ser que é o fruto do seu amor, assim como o sentimento que une pai e filho.” (João Freire) – In this work the artist try to express the bonds that unite mother and child since birth of this being who is the fruit of their love, as well as the feeling that unites father and son.

ABOUT THE AFFECTS COLLECTION

“Neste trabalho tento expressar os laços que unem mãe e filho desde a nascença desse ser que é o fruto do seu amor, assim como o sentimento que une pai e filho.” (João Freire) – In this work the artist try to express the bonds that unite mother and child since birth of this being who is the fruit of their love, as well as the feeling that unites father and son.

ABOUT THE AFFECTS COLLECTION

“Neste trabalho tento expressar os laços que unem mãe e filho desde a nascença desse ser que é o fruto do seu amor, assim como o sentimento que une pai e filho.” (João Freire) – In this work the artist try to express the bonds that unite mother and child since birth of this being who is the fruit of their love, as well as the feeling that unites father and son.

ABOUT THE AFFECTS COLLECTION

“Neste trabalho tento expressar os laços que unem mãe e filho desde a nascença desse ser que é o fruto do seu amor, assim como o sentimento que une pai e filho.” (João Freire) – In this work the artist try to express the bonds that unite mother and child since birth of this being who is the fruit of their love, as well as the feeling that unites father and son.

ABOUT THE AFFECTS COLLECTION

“Neste trabalho tento expressar os laços que unem mãe e filho desde a nascença desse ser que é o fruto do seu amor, assim como o sentimento que une pai e filho.” (João Freire) – In this work the artist try to express the bonds that unite mother and child since birth of this being who is the fruit of their love, as well as the feeling that unites father and son.

ABOUT THE AFFECTS COLLECTION

“Neste trabalho tento expressar os laços que unem mãe e filho desde a nascença desse ser que é o fruto do seu amor, assim como o sentimento que une pai e filho.” (João Freire) – In this work the artist try to express the bonds that unite mother and child since birth of this being who is the fruit of their love, as well as the feeling that unites father and son.

ABOUT THE AFFECTS COLLECTION

“Neste trabalho tento expressar os laços que unem mãe e filho desde a nascença desse ser que é o fruto do seu amor, assim como o sentimento que une pai e filho.” (João Freire) – In this work the artist try to express the bonds that unite mother and child since birth of this being who is the fruit of their love, as well as the feeling that unites father and son.

ABOUT THE AFFECTS COLLECTION

“Neste trabalho tento expressar os laços que unem mãe e filho desde a nascença desse ser que é o fruto do seu amor, assim como o sentimento que une pai e filho.” (João Freire) – In this work the artist try to express the bonds that unite mother and child since birth of this being who is the fruit of their love, as well as the feeling that unites father and son.

ABOUT THE AFFECTS COLLECTION

“Neste trabalho tento expressar os laços que unem mãe e filho desde a nascença desse ser que é o fruto do seu amor, assim como o sentimento que une pai e filho.” (João Freire) – In this work the artist try to express the bonds that unite mother and child since birth of this being who is the fruit of their love, as well as the feeling that unites father and son.

ABOUT THE ARTWORK

“Tanta Dor” (en. So much pain) is a watercolor by the angolan artist João Freire. In this artwork the artist invites us to reflect on the constant tragedies of the Mediterranean that result of a humanitarian crisis. Daily leads hundreds of immigrants try to cross the Mediterranean Sea in overcrowded boats and inhumane conditions in an attempt to reach safe land, leading to deaths in boat disasters. This it’s a sharp portrait of contemporary reality. By buying at São Rafael Galleries, you are actively contributing with 10% of the purchase to Philanthropy.

ABOUT THE ARTWORK

“A travessia” (en. The crossing) is a watercolor by the angolan artist João Freire. In this artwork the artist invites us to reflect on the constant tragedies of the Mediterranean that result of a humanitarian crisis. Daily leads hundreds of immigrants try to cross the Mediterranean Sea in overcrowded boats and inhumane conditions in an attempt to reach safe land, leading to deaths in boat disasters. This it’s a sharp portrait of contemporary reality. By buying at São Rafael Galleries, you are actively contributing with 10% of the purchase to Philanthropy.

ABOUT THE ARTWORK

“À deriva…” (en. Adrift) is a watercolor by the angolan artist João Freire. In this artwork the artist invites us to reflect on the constant tragedies of the Mediterranean that result of a humanitarian crisis. Daily leads hundreds of immigrants try to cross the Mediterranean Sea in overcrowded boats and inhumane conditions in an attempt to reach safe land, leading to deaths in boat disasters. This it’s a sharp portrait of contemporary reality. By buying at São Rafael Galleries, you are actively contributing with 10% of the purchase to Philanthropy.

ABOUT THE ARTWORK

“A oração” (en. The prayer) is a watercolor by the angolan artist João Freire. In this artwork the artist invites us to reflect on the constant tragedies of the Mediterranean that result of a humanitarian crisis. Daily leads hundreds of immigrants try to cross the Mediterranean Sea in overcrowded boats and inhumane conditions in an attempt to reach safe land, leading to deaths in boat disasters. This it’s a sharp portrait of contemporary reality. By buying at São Rafael Galleries, you are actively contributing with 10% of the purchase to Philanthropy.

Watercolor on Canson paper. 56x44cm. Frame included. This artwork includes Certificate of Authenticity.

Watercolor on Canson paper. 56x46cm. Frame included. This artwork includes Certificate of Authenticity.

Watercolor on Canson paper. 56x44cm. Frame included. This artwork includes Certificate of Authenticity.

Watercolor on Canson paper. 56x44cm. Frame included. This artwork includes Certificate of Authenticity.

Watercolor on Canson paper. 56x44cm. Frame included. This artwork includes Certificate of Authenticity.

Watercolor on Canson paper. 56x44cm. Frame included. This artwork includes Certificate of Authenticity.

Watercolor on Canson paper. 49x38cm. Frame included. This artwork includes Certificate of Authenticity.

Watercolor on Canson paper. 49x38cm. Frame included. This artwork includes Certificate of Authenticity.

Watercolor on Canson paper. 62x48cm. Frame included. This artwork includes Certificate of Authenticity.

Watercolor on Canson paper. 56x44cm. Frame included. This artwork includes Certificate of Authenticity.

Watercolor on Canson paper. 49x38cm. Frame included. This artwork includes Certificate of Authenticity.

Watercolor on Canson paper. 49x39cm. Includes a frame. This artwork includes Certificate of Authenticity.

Watercolor on Canson paper. 48.5x40cm. Includes a frame. This artwork includes Certificate of Authenticity.

ABOUT THE CARETOS COLLECTION

“Because I think it is extremely important to preserve traditions, as they are the guarantee of our identity, with this work I try to convey the richness of the [portuguese] masks, sometimes giving an innovative stamp to their forms.” (João Freire)

In the “Caretos” collection, João Freire focuses his eyes and brush on the traditions of northeastern Portugal. Depicting the masked rituals of the villages of Trás-os-Montes, it brings us a sharp and attentive look at the famous Winter cycle ceremonies that feature a strong spectacularity. Focusing here on the Boys’ Party, which are UNESCO Intangible Heritage of Humanity, Freire captures the visual expressiveness of Caretos, with their bizarre costumes colored in coarse wool fabrics, formerly quilts of homemade manufacture. His work also brings us the richness and heterogeneity of masks made of leather, wood, cork or brass leaflets, painted with bright colors, sublimely capturing its representation grotesque that imitates animals such as oxen, goats or snakes. Almost always played by guys, young girls are the target of the caretos’ follies. They are chased on the run disordered and, when grabbed, are rattled, in simulations of a sexual act.

ABOUT THE CARETOS COLLECTION

“Because I think it is extremely important to preserve traditions, as they are the guarantee of our identity, with this work I try to convey the richness of the [portuguese] masks, sometimes giving an innovative stamp to their forms.” (João Freire)

In the “Caretos” collection, João Freire focuses his eyes and brush on the traditions of northeastern Portugal. Depicting the masked rituals of the villages of Trás-os-Montes, it brings us a sharp and attentive look at the famous Winter cycle ceremonies that feature a strong spectacularity. Focusing here on the Boys’ Party, which are UNESCO Intangible Heritage of Humanity, Freire captures the visual expressiveness of Caretos, with their bizarre costumes colored in coarse wool fabrics, formerly quilts of homemade manufacture. His work also brings us the richness and heterogeneity of masks made of leather, wood, cork or brass leaflets, painted with bright colors, sublimely capturing its representation grotesque that imitates animals such as oxen, goats or snakes. Almost always played by guys, young girls are the target of the caretos’ follies. They are chased on the run disordered and, when grabbed, are rattled, in simulations of a sexual act.

ABOUT THE CARETOS COLLECTION

“Because I think it is extremely important to preserve traditions, as they are the guarantee of our identity, with this work I try to convey the richness of the [portuguese] masks, sometimes giving an innovative stamp to their forms.” (João Freire)

In the “Caretos” collection, João Freire focuses his eyes and brush on the traditions of northeastern Portugal. Depicting the masked rituals of the villages of Trás-os-Montes, it brings us a sharp and attentive look at the famous Winter cycle ceremonies that feature a strong spectacularity. Focusing here on the Boys’ Party, which are UNESCO Intangible Heritage of Humanity, Freire captures the visual expressiveness of Caretos, with their bizarre costumes colored in coarse wool fabrics, formerly quilts of homemade manufacture. His work also brings us the richness and heterogeneity of masks made of leather, wood, cork or brass leaflets, painted with bright colors, sublimely capturing its representation grotesque that imitates animals such as oxen, goats or snakes. Almost always played by guys, young girls are the target of the caretos’ follies. They are chased on the run disordered and, when grabbed, are rattled, in simulations of a sexual act.

ABOUT THE CARETOS COLLECTION

“Because I think it is extremely important to preserve traditions, as they are the guarantee of our identity, with this work I try to convey the richness of the [portuguese] masks, sometimes giving an innovative stamp to their forms.” (João Freire)

In the “Caretos” collection, João Freire focuses his eyes and brush on the traditions of northeastern Portugal. Depicting the masked rituals of the villages of Trás-os-Montes, it brings us a sharp and attentive look at the famous Winter cycle ceremonies that feature a strong spectacularity. Focusing here on the Boys’ Party, which are UNESCO Intangible Heritage of Humanity, Freire captures the visual expressiveness of Caretos, with their bizarre costumes colored in coarse wool fabrics, formerly quilts of homemade manufacture. His work also brings us the richness and heterogeneity of masks made of leather, wood, cork or brass leaflets, painted with bright colors, sublimely capturing its representation grotesque that imitates animals such as oxen, goats or snakes. Almost always played by guys, young girls are the target of the caretos’ follies. They are chased on the run disordered and, when grabbed, are rattled, in simulations of a sexual act.

ABOUT THE CARETOS COLLECTION

“Because I think it is extremely important to preserve traditions, as they are the guarantee of our identity, with this work I try to convey the richness of the [portuguese] masks, sometimes giving an innovative stamp to their forms.” (João Freire)

In the “Caretos” collection, João Freire focuses his eyes and brush on the traditions of northeastern Portugal. Depicting the masked rituals of the villages of Trás-os-Montes, it brings us a sharp and attentive look at the famous Winter cycle ceremonies that feature a strong spectacularity. Focusing here on the Boys’ Party, which are UNESCO Intangible Heritage of Humanity, Freire captures the visual expressiveness of Caretos, with their bizarre costumes colored in coarse wool fabrics, formerly quilts of homemade manufacture. His work also brings us the richness and heterogeneity of masks made of leather, wood, cork or brass leaflets, painted with bright colors, sublimely capturing its representation grotesque that imitates animals such as oxen, goats or snakes. Almost always played by guys, young girls are the target of the caretos’ follies. They are chased on the run disordered and, when grabbed, are rattled, in simulations of a sexual act.

ABOUT THE CARETOS COLLECTION

“Because I think it is extremely important to preserve traditions, as they are the guarantee of our identity, with this work I try to convey the richness of the [portuguese] masks, sometimes giving an innovative stamp to their forms.” (João Freire)

In the “Caretos” collection, João Freire focuses his eyes and brush on the traditions of northeastern Portugal. Depicting the masked rituals of the villages of Trás-os-Montes, it brings us a sharp and attentive look at the famous Winter cycle ceremonies that feature a strong spectacularity. Focusing here on the Boys’ Party, which are UNESCO Intangible Heritage of Humanity, Freire captures the visual expressiveness of Caretos, with their bizarre costumes colored in coarse wool fabrics, formerly quilts of homemade manufacture. His work also brings us the richness and heterogeneity of masks made of leather, wood, cork or brass leaflets, painted with bright colors, sublimely capturing its representation grotesque that imitates animals such as oxen, goats or snakes. Almost always played by guys, young girls are the target of the caretos’ follies. They are chased on the run disordered and, when grabbed, are rattled, in simulations of a sexual act.