Brazilian modern architecture is often admired for its unique innovation and contribution to national identity. However, recent studies argue that it is deeply intertwined with colonial narratives, echoing the influences of colonial domination and historical prejudices against slavery. The modernist movement in Brazil, while seeking independence from European traditions, often mirrored colonial structures and ideologies. The 1943 Brazil Builds exhibition at MoMA exemplified this duality, presenting Brazil as a harmonious society while overlooking its colonial architectural legacy, thus complicating the narrative of a uniquely Brazilian modernism.
Brazilian modern architecture, while celebrated for its innovation, is deeply entangled with colonial histories that influence its aesthetic and social implications.
The narrative of Brazilian modernism as a symbol of racial democracy is challenged by its ties to colonial legacies, showcasing a complex national identity.
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