{"title":"Architecture","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eDeclaration of Legal Compliance\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e All historical documents available on this website were acquired legally, through public auctions, authorized sales, and legitimate sources, with records and proof of origin duly archived.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e Glórias operates with full respect for Brazilian legislation regarding the protection of cultural and archival heritage, especially the provisions of Law No. 8,159\/91 (National Policy for Public and Private Archives), the Federal Constitution, and current heritage legislation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e We are open to dialogue and cooperation with public, archival, or cultural institutions that wish to obtain more information about the items available here.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e Our commitment is to the preservation, enhancement, and dissemination of Brazilian documentary heritage, within legal parameters and with absolute transparency.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e \u003cb\u003eRouanet Law\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e Some documents may, under certain conditions, be acquired with resources incentivized through the Rouanet Law. \u003ca title=\"The Rouanet Law applied to autograph documents.\" href=\"https:\/\/glorias.com.br\/pages\/a-lei-rouanet-aplicada-aos-documentos-autografos\"\u003eTo learn more\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"carta-manuscrita-de-oscar-niemeyer-para-athos-bulcao-1957","title":"Handwritten letter from Oscar Niemeyer to Athos Bulcão (1957)","description":"\u003ch2\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eAt the height of the construction of Brasília, the great Brazilian architect Oscar Niemeyer selects new collaborators with Athos Bulcão.\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eHandwritten letter, with the architect's letterhead, from Oscar Niemeyer to Athos Bulcão.\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e One page.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e In Portuguese.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e 21 cm x 27.6 cm.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e No information about location (probably Brasilia).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e 1957, 1958 or 1959.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e Very thin and fragile tissue paper, small wear on the margins and a larger tear (~2 cm, does not reach the text) on the right side.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e The list of architects mentioned by Niemeyer was not found.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e Unique piece.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cem\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOSCAR NIEMEYER FILHO - ARCHITECT.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cspan\u003e\u003cem\u003eBulcao,\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cem\u003eThis is the list of architects. You can also highlight those who attended and contributed to the meeting at my house.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cem\u003eThe portrait is to use only the head, if necessary.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cspan\u003e\u003cem\u003eHugs,\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cspan\u003e\u003cem\u003eOscar\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e In 1956, President Juscelino Kubitschek (1902 - 1976) decided to build Brasília and entrusted the project to Oscar Niemeyer (1907 - 2012). The idea was to transfer the capital from Rio de Janeiro to the interior of the country, populating that region. People from all over the country, especially from the northeast, were hired to build the city, inaugurated in 1960. In this letter the architect still used Oscar Niemeyer Filho on his stationery, an indication that it was written in 1957, 1958 or 1959, when the His father was still alive and Brasília was still under construction.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003eFirstly, this letter, a proof of Niemeyer's work methodology, provides information about the architects' hiring routine, as in the following extract from Oscar Niemeyer's biography, by Marcos Sá Corrêa:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cspan\u003e\u003cem\u003eAt that end of the world, I needed a good conversation. I chatted with them about other subjects, I didn't just need to talk about architecture. All together, in a row of popular houses already built. There was little comfort: a living room, two bedrooms, bathroom and kitchen. My room was small: a cot, a small temporary closet and a bench as a bedside table.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003eAnother notable point is the recipient of the correspondence, O Bulcão, alias Athos Bulcão (1918 - 2008). He was one of Niemeyer's main collaborators and is considered the decorator of Brasília. Bulcão's creations are now part of Brasília's landscape and heritage, especially his famous tiles with geometric shapes and his marble panels. Born in Rio de Janeiro, Athos Bulcão left the capital of Rio for the cerrado in 1958, when he was 40 years old (the time of this letter) and the federal capital was little more than an immense construction site.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e Finally, we observe Niemeyer's informal signature that ends his letter with a rare \"Oscar\".\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eAccording to Brasiliana Itaú, \u003cem\u003e\"famous as an architect since the 1930s, Niemeyer signed countless sketches, often given to friends. On the other hand, his letters and manuscripts, especially with important content, like this one, are rarer.\"\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Glórias | Autógrafos e Manuscritos Raros","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":118681501716,"sku":"211DIR34","price":10000.0,"currency_code":"BRL","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1945\/8243\/products\/carta-manuscrita-oscar-niemeyer-para-athos-bulcao.jpg?v=1682365934"},{"product_id":"carta-manuscrita-de-gustave-eiffel-1911","title":"Handwritten letter from Gustave Eiffel (1911)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #0000ff;\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\n\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(43, 0, 255);\"\u003eThis item is no longer available. However, we may be able to put you in contact with its owner — who knows, they might accept your offer? — or, alternatively, suggest other pieces of similar interest, without any obligation. Please contact us via WhatsApp: +55 31 98221-5758 or by email: contato@glorias.com.br\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eResting at his home in the south of France, the brilliant inventor Gustave Eiffel recounts in detail a tragic episode from the region.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHandwritten letter from Gustave Eiffel to an unknown recipient.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eIn French.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eIn four parts, one image and three sheets - in landscape format - handwritten by Gustave Eiffel.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eImage caption: \u003cem style=\"font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e\"1476. Côte D´Azur. Route de Monaco - Le Cap Roux et la Baie D´Eze\"\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e14 cm x 9 cm (closed).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eBeaulieu-Sur-Mer, south of France, March 28, 1911.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eGood condition\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eUnique piece.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eExcerpts\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003ePendant la Révolution, le Cap Roux dont on aperçoit la sombre silhouette tombant à pic dans la mer, formait entre la France et l´Italie une frontière infranchissable autrement que par les montagnes désertes qui l´environnaient. Le lieu solitaire et bien défendu para la nature était devenu un centre d´émigration important. Les émigrants se rendaient à Saint Jean, petit village situé dans un recoin écarté du Cap Ferrat, en face du Cap Roux. Là, ils faisaient [?] avec les pêcheurs qui se chargeaient de leur faire traverser la mer, pour les déposer en Italie. On faisait silencieusement la traversée par une nuit sans lune et on arrivait à une petite île ou (...)\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e(...) presqu´île appellée Isoletta, située au delà du Cap Roux, dans un endroit très propice à un débarquement. Là, les émigrés attendaient le jour et gagnaient Vintimille à pied, pendant que les pêcheurs se hâtaient de regagner leur port avant que leur absence pût être remarquée. Les traversées, chèrement payées, faisaient la fortune des pêcheurs. Mais bientôt cela ne leur suffit plus. Une nuit et sur le point de débarquer, les pêcheurs mettant [?] le danger de [?] qu´ils couraient en favorisant la fuite des émigrés, leur réclamèrent, les armes à la main et avec les menaces que l´on peut imaginer, la totalité de ce qu´ils avaient sur eux, or, bijoux et même leurs vêtements, dans lesquels étaient, suivant l´habitude, dissimulées des cachettes. Pas de résistance possible ni, après coup, de plainte auprès (...)\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e(...) d´une autorité quelconque. A peu près nus et sans aucune ressource, les malheureux furent laissés dans l´Isoletta et gagnèrent péniblement un endroit habité où leur dénument ne leur donnait pas un gîte facile. La manoeuvre ayant une première fois admirablement réussi, devint dès lors de pratique courante et les émigrés furent régulièrement dépouillés et abandonnés dans les mêmes conditions dans ce lieu sauvage et désert. En cas de résistance, ils étaient jetés à l´eau. Plusieurs eurent, après le débarquement, péris de fatigue et d´épuisement avant de trouver un asile. Mais le village prospèra largement et ce fût là, dit-on, l´origine de la fortune de beaucoup des habitants de Saint Jean, qui est devenu un village important. Beaulieu, 29 mars 1911. Gustave Eiffel.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGustave Eiffel (1832 – 1923) was a French engineer who participated in several important constructions, the most well-known being the Statue of Liberty in New York and the Eiffel Tower in Paris. Eiffel finished his studies in 1855, graduating as a chemical engineer, and a year later he met Charles Nepveu, an entrepreneur specializing in metal constructions. After acquiring a metal construction workshop, where he developed new techniques, he designed the Eiffel Tower, which was built between 1887 and 1889.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Eiffel Tower, located in Paris, is the symbol of France and the most visited paid monument in the world. It was designed by Gustave Eiffel to be the entrance to the 1889 Universal Exhibition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn 1911, Gustave Eiffel was very famous and still very active. He regularly escaped the hustle and bustle of Paris to rest at his home in Beaulieu-Sur-Mer, in the south of France, both in summer and winter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThis long, unusual letter shows the historical culture and human sensitivity of the brilliant inventor, who narrates a little-known tragedy to the French and Italians. 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He lived most of his life in Rio de Janeiro, where he carried out his main works, although his company operated worldwide.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e From a very young age, Roberto Burle Marx accompanied his mother in the daily care of the flowers and plants in the house. At the age of eight, he began his own plant collection and growing seedlings. Later, while living in Germany to treat a health problem, he visited several exhibitions (Picasso, Matisse, Klee and Van Gogh), which motivated him to study painting. In Berlin, he visited the greenhouses of the Botanical Garden, where he discovered Brazilian flora. When he returned to Brazil to attend university, he became friends with future great names in Brazilian modern architecture, such as Oscar Niemeyer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e Roberto Burle Marx developed a landscaping style using plants and flowers native to Brazil, moving away from the \"European\" standards of the time. His designs often resemble abstract paintings, with nooks and crannies and paths amidst the vegetation. In 1955, he founded the company Burle Marx \u0026amp; Cia, whose goal was to develop landscaping projects for residential and public gardens.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e In addition to being one of the greatest landscapers of our century, Roberto Burle Marx was also a designer, ceramist, sculptor, singer and jewelry creator! Interesting detail, Karl Marx was his grandfather's cousin.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eThe small original drawing, in the form of a dedication to the famous couple, completes this rare booklet created for the first retrospective of the brilliant landscaper. 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However, we may be able to put you in touch with its owner – who knows, they might accept your offer? – or, alternatively, suggest other items of similar interest, without any obligation. Contact us via WhatsApp: +55 31 98221-5758 or by email: contato@glorias.com.br\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGustave Eiffel, the father of the Eiffel Tower, thanks Maurice Koechlin, an engineer member of his team, who imagined the monument.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCover of a document with a dedication from Gustave Eiffel to Maurice Koechlin, the engineer who imagined the Eiffel Tower.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eThe entire original document has never been seen, and we believe Koechlin simply kept only the book cover, on which Eiffel made this historical dedication.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eOne page.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eIn French.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e12 cm x 18.5 cm.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eParis, January 1, 1889.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eFair condition, some moisture stains.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eUnique piece.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eTo Mr. Maurice Koechlin, a souvenir from G. Eiffel, January 1, 1889.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOn May 2, 1886, the Centennial Exhibition Committee invited French architects and engineers to submit construction projects for the upcoming World's Fair in Paris, commemorating the 100th anniversary of the French Revolution. Despite a short deadline, there were over 100 proposals, and the main prize went to Gustave Eiffel's company (1832 - 1923), which presented a project proposed by one of the engineers in Gustave Eiffel's office, Maurice Koechlin.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGustave Eiffel convinced the committee by arguing that until then, civilizations had built monuments with stone for centuries, and that the only way to truly symbolize France's technological and economic progress would be to build with a new material: metal. 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However, we may be able to put you in touch with its owner – who knows, they might accept your offer? – or, alternatively, suggest other items of similar interest, without any obligation. Please contact us via WhatsApp: +55 31 98221-5758 or email: contato@glorias.com.br\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOscar Niemeyer, the genius of architecture, thanks Israel for its support, a country where his projects generated much controversy.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLetter of thanks from Oscar Niemeyer for the praise of Josef Weil, an unidentified Israeli.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOne page.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIn English.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBrasília, June 29, 1960.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExcellent condition\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUnique piece.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eDuring the dictatorship, Oscar Niemeyer spent six months in Israel, where his projects generated controversy and debate, particularly regarding the construction of skyscrapers: for Niemeyer, the right solution for a country where land was so scarce and expensive. \u003cem\u003e\"I sought to work only out of loyalty to my own personal ideals and to produce unique and varied works that please me and justify my stay in Israel,\"\u003c\/em\u003e he said.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eOn the one hand, he admired the socialist spirit, optimism, and planning of the new country; on the other hand, he complained about conservatism and prejudices, especially in terms of architecture. In his memoirs, Niemeyer wrote that Israel is \u003cem\u003e\"a wonderful land full of contradictions and beauty,\"\u003c\/em\u003e and he greatly enjoyed the deserts and the city of Tel Aviv.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLetters from Oscar Niemeyer almost never appear on the market, as his family and recipients guard them preciously. This item is very interesting because it was written during the construction of Brasília, the architect's masterpiece. His admirer is Israeli, from Tel Aviv, an important period and city for the master. 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However, we may be able to put you in touch with its owner – who knows, they might accept your offer? – or, alternatively, suggest other items of similar interest, without any obligation. Please contact us via WhatsApp: +55 31 98221-5758 or email: contato@glorias.com.br\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRoberto Burle Marx creates his first major landscape architecture work, the project for the new Flamengo Landfill, one of Rio de Janeiro's postcards. \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOriginal blueprint for the Flamengo landfill project, from 1955, with the stamp of Roberto Burle Marx's landscape architecture office, on the front and back.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSheet composed of 5 pages dividing the landfill into 10 distinct spaces.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIn Portuguese.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e28.5 cm x 90 cm.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRio de Janeiro, no precise date information (~ 1960).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExcellent condition.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe so-called Flamengo Landfill – which occupies the Guanabara Bay waterfront between Santos Dumont Airport and Botafogo Cove, in Rio de Janeiro – was designed between 1954 and 1959 by Affonso Eduardo Reidy (1909 – 1964) for the urban planning aspect, and Roberto Burle Marx (1909 – 1994) for the landscaping. Flamengo Park is 7 kilometers long, includes an artificial beach, gardens, sports courts, and is part of Rio de Janeiro's heritage, being the largest leisure area in the city. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBurle Marx presented an immense panel of Brazilian and international tropical flora there, with Amazon rainforest trees that had never been used before in landscape projects. The author became known for the result of this project, considered spectacular, being one of his most impactful works.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Flamengo Landfill is one of the postcards of the city of Rio de Janeiro, and every tourist arriving in the city via Santos Dumont airport passes through it when heading to the central region. The original project presented here is in excellent condition, and its exclusivity makes it especially attractive to collectors who have a passion for Rio de Janeiro, for the work of Roberto Burle Marx, as well as for the importance of the landfill in the field of architecture and landscaping in general.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Glórias | Autógrafos e Manuscritos Raros","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":14796674498619,"sku":"244LEI36","price":0.0,"currency_code":"BRL","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1945\/8243\/products\/projeto-aterro-flamengo-roberto-burle-marx-1.jpg?v=1682367235"},{"product_id":"desenho-tecnico-do-teto-do-teatro-real-de-turim","title":"Technical drawing of the ceiling of the Teatro Real in Turin","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #2b00ff;\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(43, 0, 255);\"\u003eThis item is no longer available. However, we can put you in touch with its owner – who knows, they might accept your offer? – or, alternatively, suggest other pieces of similar interest, without any obligation. Contact us via WhatsApp: +55 31 98221-5758 or email: contato@glorias.com.br\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eA renowned French artist witnesses the renovation of the roof of Turin's legendary Teatro Regio.\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTechnical drawing of the roof of the Royal Theater of Turin, by Louis Poyet.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOne sheet.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIn French.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e38.4 cm x 24.7 cm.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBefore 1904, in Italy.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGood condition, right side slightly deteriorated, but without affecting the drawing or the annotations.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUnique piece.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWatercolor drawing of a fireworks mechanism, unknown author, probably Louis Poyet. \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOne sheet.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e23.4 cm x 19 cm.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSupposedly before 1904, Italy.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGood condition, with one defective corner and a few stains.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUnique piece. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cu\u003eOriginal text\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\"Assemblage de charpente employée tant sur la salle de peinture que sur le parquet de la scène du Théatre Royal de Turin. Dessinée (?) en Italie par Mr Poyet.\"|\"Salle éclairée pour peindre les scènes du Théatre Royal de Turin.\"\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cem\u003e \u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cu\u003eTranslation into Portuguese\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e“Montagem estrutural utilizada tanto na sala de pintura quanto no piso do palco do Teatro Real de Turim. Desenhado (?) Na Itália, pelo Sr. Poyet. \"|\" Sala iluminada para pintar as cenas do Teatro Real de Turim.”\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e The Teatro Real of Turin is a monument with exceptional architecture and decoration, a fundamental building for the history of opera, an art born in Italy in the 16th century. Built and inaugurated 40 years before the Scala Theater, in 1740, the Regio would become, from its beginnings, the largest hall in Europe and an international reference in the segment; with famous opera premieres, the hall could accommodate 2500 privileged spectators. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eLouis Poyet was the great specialist in the illustrated representation of machines between 1873 and 1910, and his workshop would have more than forty artisans, all faithful servants of the ideology conveyed by the popular magazines of the time: that of an optimistic belief in the material progress of science, a worldview entirely governed by determinism and the most absolute rationality.  \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cu\u003eAbout the two pieces, Simone Solinas, archivist of the \u003c\/u\u003e\u003cu\u003eTeatro Regio, says:\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e“The larger one is a vertical section of the scenography room, as it was in the old building (1740-1936). The name Poyet is almost certainly Louis Poyet (1846-1913), and the drawings must be from before 1904, because the theater was consistently renovated at the time and the roof structure was replaced with iron beams instead of the old wood. The scenography room was placed on the top floor of the building to take advantage of natural light. \u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eI cannot precisely date the small, colorful drawing. It is, without a doubt, a fireworks stage machine, and it seems to be from the 18th century, when these types of special effects were often put on stage. \u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eMr. Poyet's most likely objective was to copy a model for the restoration (or for the construction) of a (new) theater. Many engravings of the Teatro Regio were published in Diderot and d'Alembert's Encyclopédie, and for that reason, it was the most sought-after theater for many decades, and a destination for grand tourists. Poyet felt the need to specify that the drawing was made in Turin, most likely to ensure fidelity to the original building.”\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOld documents related to great historical monuments are rare and highly sought after by the public, as they are normally preserved by public institutions or by the archivists of the institution itself. This collection also seems interesting to me because it was made by Louis Poyet, a renowned French artist and passionate about engineering and architecture, at a time when the work required great manual precision and talent, as the author did not have the technological resources we have today.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Glórias | Autógrafos e Manuscritos Raros","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":17105924620347,"sku":"13TRE5","price":0.0,"currency_code":"BRL","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1945\/8243\/products\/desenho-tecnico-antigo-opera-regio-turim-italia-1.jpg?v=1682365576"},{"product_id":"fotografia-panoramica-do-rio-de-jeneiro-pelo-fotografo-marc-ferrez-1900s","title":"Panoramic photograph of Rio de Janeiro, by photographer Marc Ferrez (1900s)","description":"\u003ch2\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eMarc Ferrez takes one of the first photographs of Guanabara Bay, in Rio de Janeiro.\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e \u003cstrong\u003ePanoramic photograph of the entrance to Guanabara Bay, Rio de Janeiro, taken by photographer Marc Ferrez.\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e 33.2 cm x 11.5 cm.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n \u003cli\u003eAround 1885, Rio de Janeiro.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e Excellent condition\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e of conservation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e Unique piece.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e In August 1839, Frenchmen Louis-Jacques-Mandé Daguerre and Joseph-Nicéphore Niépce announced to the world the invention of the daguerreotype. Just a few months later, compatriots of Daguerre and Niépce would bring this new technology to Brazil – now known as photography – and capture the first images of Rio de Janeiro.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e The spectacular beauty of Rio de Janeiro, its magnificent bay, its mountains and its vegetation would never cease to nourish the inspiration of one Frenchman in particular: Marc Ferrez (1843 - 1923), one of the pioneers of photography on Brazilian soil.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e From the mid-1870s onwards, he became the sole specialist in landscapes, while his fellow artists turned their attention solely to portraits, which were much more lucrative at the time. He used a Brandon camera, which allowed him to photograph in 180 degrees, on large-format glass plates.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe first images of Rio de Janeiro, with a few colonial-style buildings and small fishermen's houses, where today's urbanized beaches are located, enchant the city's admirers. This original print, in perfect condition and recently discovered in Brazil, is a great classic of the panoramic view of the capital of Rio de Janeiro. 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Contact us via WhatsApp: +55 31 98221-5758 or by email: contato@glorias.com.br\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIn 1966, urban planner Lúcio Costa is outraged by the United States' war in Vietnam.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHandwritten letter from Lúcio Costa to Anthony Kraft.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eOne page.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eIn Portuguese.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eLetter: 16.2 cm x 22 cm. Envelope: 15.0 cm x 9 cm.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e1966, Rio de Janeiro.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003ePerfect condition\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eUnique set.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eDear AK\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eThank you, never mind, it's just that I forgot to mark Japan and Korea on my sketch. I apologize for making these futile observations while, at this very moment, we are killing people and destroying men's work in an immoral and filthy war in Vietnam.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eLC, RJ, 25\/?\/1966\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan class=\"il\"\u003eLúcio\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"il\"\u003eCosta\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e(1902 - 1998) is a world-renowned urban planner for having designed, starting in 1957, the Pilot Plan of Brasília in partnership with Oscar Niemeyer, who, in turn, envisioned the famous buildings of the Brazilian capital. Years before, Niemeyer, a young architect freshly graduated, had asked\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"il\"\u003eCosta\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003efor an internship. His official biography also mentions his directorship of the National School of Fine Arts and IPHAN, and his intense collaboration with modernists, such as the renowned Franco-Swiss architect Le Corbusier.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAnthony Kraft was an editor of an architecture periodical in Lausanne in the 1960s. Henri, one of our clients - and a great collector - thinks that \"the letter refers to a discussion about a very interesting article by Lucio Costa that was published in the magazine in 1967 where he talks about forms and functions (...)\"\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eUnpublished manuscripts or personal correspondence of great personalities often reveal facts or even feelings and convictions that are not in books. This is one of the charms that amateurs of rare documents appreciate.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis is the case of this letter in which\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"il\"\u003eLúcio\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"il\"\u003eCosta\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003etells a Swiss friend about a forgotten project involving Japan and Korea, in the midst of the United States' war in Vietnam: immense frustration for the urban planner. The time was turbulent and this feeling was shared by millions of pacifists worldwide, including great artists, scientists, athletes, etc.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eHistory is ironic, as few people know, not even the French, that\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"il\"\u003eCosta\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003ewas the son of a naval engineer - or diplomat, it is not clear - and was born in the south of France, in Toulon, the largest military port in Europe.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLetters from\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"il\"\u003eLúcio\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"il\"\u003eCosta\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eare very rare, this is the first I have found in the last 10 years. It draws attention due to the strength of its content, obviously this impactful political opinion of the urban planner, but also due to the comment about one of his works that earned him international renown.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIn excellent condition, with its envelope and the official paper of the Minister of Education, this is a high-quality piece that a collector or an institution that studies or works with architecture should preserve. It values Brasília and also promotes peace in the world.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Glórias | Autógrafos e Manuscritos Raros","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":31124983119931,"sku":"341IAA2","price":0.0,"currency_code":"BRL","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1945\/8243\/products\/carta-manuscrita-lucio-costa-1.jpg?v=1682367445"},{"product_id":"desenho-de-sergio-rodrigues","title":"Drawing by Sergio Rodrigues","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #0048ff;\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(43, 0, 255);\"\u003eThis item is no longer available. However, we may be able to put you in touch with its owner – who knows, they might accept your offer? – or, alternatively, suggest other items of similar interest, without any obligation. Please contact us via WhatsApp: +55 31 98221-5758 or email: contato@glorias.com.br\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe artist Sergio Rodrigues designs an environment for a luxury apartment in Rio de Janeiro.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStudy by furniture designer Sergio Rodrigues.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e43 cm x 30 cm.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNo information about the date.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFair condition, the drawing needs to be restored.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUnique piece. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eWe already know that Brazil is world-renowned for its music. Many painters born in Brazilian lands have also gained prominence around the globe, and even in architecture, national names are studied in universities worldwide. However, not everyone knows that, also in design, Brazilian artists have worldwide renown. This is the case of Sérgio Rodrigues, a designer whose pieces were chosen by Lúcio Costa to furnish nothing less than Brasília. Rodrigues also won awards in several countries and transformed the concept of design of his time.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBorn in Rio de Janeiro in 1927, at the age of 20, Sérgio entered the architecture faculty of the University of Brazil (FNA), in the capital of Rio de Janeiro. The prodigious student began working as an assistant professor even before finishing his degree, and, in 1951, he received an invitation to participate in the elaboration of the project for the Civic Center of Curitiba, which led him to move to the city where he created \"Móveis Artesanal Paranaense\". It was the beginning of his work focused on interior architecture design, which would mark his career from that moment on. In the subsequent years, Sérgio delved into the art of furniture and met renowned European designers who influenced the elegance of his lines without, however, ever moving him away from his Brazilian roots.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSérgio developed a unique style that, besides earning countless awards, created a national identity, strongly influenced by modernism. Brazilianness was highlighted not only in his designs, but in the choice of traditionally local materials, such as leather, straw, and wood, which exalted Brazilian culture from its indigenous origins. The blend of international and indigenous trends can be seen in the visual study done by Sérgio, where a photo and a drawing complement each other, highlighting traditional elements and ocher tones typical of local materials.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe most famous work of this great artist is the \"Mole armchair\", made of leather and wood. Its innovations in fitting and upholstery are a reference in the industry to this day, and the original armchair is part of the collection of the Museum of Modern Art in New York. With a variation of this design, Sérgio received the first prize in the Concorso Internazionale del Mobile, in Cantù, Italy, a moment that boosted his international career. Still, Rodrigues never forgot Brazil, and the proof of this is that years later he opened a studio in Rio de Janeiro with the aim of commercializing furniture at affordable prices, bringing design within reach of the population.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHere we have an illustration by a great Brazilian name who \u003cspan color=\"#202122\"\u003e\u003cspan size=\"2\"\u003epropelled Brazilian art and culture to a prominent position within the international scene.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Glórias | Autógrafos e Manuscritos Raros","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40045797114015,"sku":"272LEI51","price":0.0,"currency_code":"BRL","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1945\/8243\/products\/desenho-estudo-sergio-rodrigues.jpg?v=1682367291"},{"product_id":"carta-e-desenhos-de-oscar-niemeyer-anos-2000","title":"Texts and drawings by Oscar Niemeyer (2000s)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(43, 0, 255);\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eThis item is no longer available. However, we can potentially put you in touch with its owner — who knows, they might accept your offer? — or, alternatively, suggest other items of similar interest, with no obligation. Contact us via WhatsApp: +55 31 98221-5758 or by email: contato@glorias.com.br\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAt almost 100 years old, Oscar \u003cspan class=\"il\"\u003eNiemeyer\u003c\/span\u003e writes about Brasília, his works, the passing of time, and sketches his greatest inspiration: women.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eOscar \u003cspan class=\"il\"\u003eNiemeyer\u003c\/span\u003e's notepad, with nine pages of text and six original drawings.\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eNo information about the location, 2000s. 15 sheets, nothing on the back.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e28 cm x 20 cm.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eIn Portuguese.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eExcellent condition, a slight fold mark at the top.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eUnique piece.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIt has been 10 years since Oscar \u003cspan class=\"il\"\u003eNiemeyer\u003c\/span\u003e passed away, at 104 years old, after a lifetime of extraordinary work and creations in Brazil and worldwide. To commemorate this date, I present an exceptional document for those who appreciate architecture or simply beauty.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis is a set of sheets from a \u003cspan class=\"il\"\u003eNiemeyer\u003c\/span\u003e notepad. First, there are nine pages of text, followed by six drawings (one on each sheet). I confess that the set remains largely mysterious due to \u003cspan class=\"il\"\u003eNiemeyer\u003c\/span\u003e's almost illegible handwriting. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat I know for sure is that it is \u003cspan class=\"il\"\u003eNiemeyer\u003c\/span\u003e's hand, and it ended up in a traditional bookstore in Rio de Janeiro that the architect frequented. The bookstore, unfortunately, closed, like many others in recent years. But I managed to rescue this treasure.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIt is moving for me to know that (...) now they will be in Portugal (...) they were for many years (...) it was with enthusiasm that I received the news that (...) my works will be exhibited in Lisbon, Portugal, architects (...) we will talk about the architecture of Brasília (...) courtesy (...) time flies, governments succeed each other (...) contacts. (...) but life goes on (...) it was with pleasure that I received the news that the expo (...) my works (...) Portuguese (...) this love. I cannot go to Portugal (...) Brasília celebrates its anniversary, it is time to set aside (...) we go back to remember those who collaborated (...) JK appears there (...).\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eA letter? A speech? A future book? Or simply thoughts? These words are enigmatic, but we can make assumptions about the date. Given that he mentions Brasília's anniversary, inaugurated in 1960, and this calligraphy is characteristic of the end of his life, near his centenary, we can assume it's a round date, perhaps 2000 or 2010. \u003cspan class=\"il\"\u003eNiemeyer\u003c\/span\u003e died in 2012. But since he speaks of an important exhibition in Portugal, it could be the 1998 Universal Exhibition, where he was honored. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eI enjoyed witnessing the feelings of this great personality and words like: “moving,” “with enthusiasm,” “it was with pleasure,” “this love,” which show how much Oscar \u003cspan class=\"il\"\u003eNiemeyer\u003c\/span\u003e appreciated the public's and professionals' interest in his work, even though he had been consecrated for decades. I also noticed a certain melancholy: “time flies, governments succeed each other” and “life goes on.” More importantly, for us collectors or institutions, the fact that he mentions Brasília and JK, the most emblematic episode of his career. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe drawings in this notepad are easier to understand. Women, sensuality, eroticism. \"Only the free and sensual curve attracts me,\" he says. Oscar \u003cspan class=\"il\"\u003eNiemeyer\u003c\/span\u003e's famous curves were the inspiration for almost all of his impressive buildings, sculptures, or furniture. It began in 1940, in Belo Horizonte. The Palácio da Alvorada in Brasília? A sculptural female body, according to the monomaniacal architect, who saw graphic lines everywhere. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDrawings attributed to \u003cspan class=\"il\"\u003eNiemeyer\u003c\/span\u003e are not rare on the market, but 95% are fakes or copies. I believe that along with Tarsila do Amaral, \u003cspan class=\"il\"\u003eNiemeyer\u003c\/span\u003e ranks first among the most forged Brazilian artists, perhaps due to the relative simplicity of his strokes. What is authentic is often preserved at the Oscar \u003cspan class=\"il\"\u003eNiemeyer\u003c\/span\u003e Foundation in Rio de Janeiro. Therefore, these fifteen sheets are exceptional and a unique opportunity.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Glórias | Autógrafos e Manuscritos Raros","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42854770540703,"sku":"409","price":0.0,"currency_code":"BRL","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1945\/8243\/products\/OscarNiemeyer_3a.jpg?v=1682367950"},{"product_id":"desenho-de-paul-landowski-1944","title":"Drawing by Paul Landowski (1944)","description":"\u003ch2\u003e \u003cb\u003eChrist the Redeemer sculptor Paul Landowski draws an angel, one of his main inspirations for the icon of Rio de Janeiro.\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eDrawing by Paul Landowski.\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e On the 2nd page of the book “Peut-on enseigner les Beaux-Arts?” by Landowski himself (author and owner).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e 14 cm x 19.3 cm x 2 cm.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e Paris, +\/- 1944.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e Excellent condition\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e of conservation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e Unique piece.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003ePaul Landowski (1875-1961) was a French sculptor known for his large monumental works. He was born in Paris, where he studied at the École des Beaux-Arts, and worked in a studio with the renowned sculptor, Auguste Rodin.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e Throughout his career, Landowski produced a series of monumental sculptures that adorn public squares, buildings and museums around the world. One of his most famous works is the statue of Christ the Redeemer in Rio de Janeiro, created in collaboration with engineer Heitor da Silva Costa.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e The statue was commissioned in 1921 by a group of Brazilian religious leaders who wanted to build a grand religious monument atop Corcovado Mountain, one of the city's most iconic landmarks. Paul Landowski's inspiration for creating the Christ the Redeemer statue was a combination of religious and cultural factors.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003eLandowski was a devout Catholic, and his faith had a significant impact on his work. He believed that art was a way to express divine beauty and inspire people to seek transcendence. His work reflects religious themes, such as the figure of Christ, saints, and angels.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e He was particularly fascinated by angels. To him, angels were symbols of hope, peace, and divine protection. He saw them as powerful and benevolent figures, capable of guiding and inspiring us in our daily lives.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eThe book itself is a rarity. There are only 200 copies, and this is number 3, Landowski's own copy with some of his own notes. \"\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eIs it possible to teach the fine arts?\" This is one of the questions the artist poses in the two hundred and fifty page book, the result of many years of reflection. How can we teach them? The question is not new. It has been debated since the 18th century. Theories clash, contradicting each other. One cannot expect unanimity on this question, to which Landowski does not offer a completely new solution. He tries to improve on the solutions already acquired and defend the institutions that he believes to be good.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe drawing, which is on the second page, touches the soul. I have never seen anything like it and it immediately made me think of Rio de Janeiro, the Marvelous City. It was like getting a sketch of a woman by Picasso or a sketch of a bird by Santos Dumont. Pure inspiration, pure emotion.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Glórias | Autógrafos e Manuscritos Raros","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43035463811231,"sku":"491","price":5000.0,"currency_code":"BRL","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1945\/8243\/products\/DesenhoPaulLandowski2.jpg?v=1682366090"},{"product_id":"esboco-arquitetonico-de-lucio-costa","title":"Architectural sketch signed by Lúcio Costa","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #0000ff;\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(43, 0, 255);\"\u003eThis item is no longer available. However, we may be able to connect you with its owner — who knows, they might accept your offer? — or, alternatively, suggest other items of similar interest, without any commitment. Contact us via WhatsApp: +55 31 98221-5758 or email: contato@glorias.com.br\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBrasília's mastermind, Lúcio Costa, signs a small sketch of a hotel.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSmall sketch of a hotel signed by Lúcio Costa.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOne sheet, transparent tracing paper, black pen.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNo information about the date and location.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e23 cm x +\/- 9 cm.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eExcellent condition\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUnique piece.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eLúcio Costa was the principal urban planner behind Brasília's pilot plan, having won the national competition for the new capital's master plan in 1957. His plan defined the city's overall layout, with the iconic airplane or cross shape, designed to facilitate traffic flow and the division of residential and administrative areas. Costa conceived Brasília's urban plan in line with the principles of the modernist movement.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eHis name is associated with that of Oscar Niemeyer, the architect responsible for the design of the main government buildings and monuments of the new capital, such as the National Congress, the Palácio do Planalto, the Supreme Federal Court, and the Cathedral of Brasília. Niemeyer was known for his distinct style, characterized by curved and abstract forms, and his works in Brasília are considered classic examples of modern architecture.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eUsing an analogy, Costa defined Brasília's body and skeleton, while Niemeyer brought this body to life with the skin and details that defined the city's appearance and identity. Both are essential to the city's existence as it is known today, and their collaborations reflect a dialogue between urbanism and architecture that characterized the innovative and visionary spirit of the era.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eThis small hotel sketch, signed by Lúcio Costa, is typical of an architect's preliminary drafts. The sketch might be his, but we are not absolutely sure, unlike the signature, which is authentic. We have researched, but have been unable to determine which hotel this drawing might correspond to; it could be related to a project in Brasília or another location, possibly part of a preliminary study or a project that was never realized.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eWe have two theories: the sketch is his, but he signed it a few hours or days later with a different pen, perhaps to gift it to someone; the sketch is by someone else, perhaps someone from his team, and Costa signed it to approve the idea. We continue to research.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA large part of Lúcio Costa's archives were donated by his family to Casa da Arquitectura in Portugal in 2021, which assumed responsibility for conserving, studying, and eventually exhibiting the collection. Autographs, letters, and sketches are very rare on the market.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Glórias | Autógrafos e Manuscritos Raros","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45285146951839,"sku":"542","price":0.0,"currency_code":"BRL","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1945\/8243\/files\/esbocoluciocosta3.jpg?v=1714080541"},{"product_id":"autografo-de-le-corbusier-1955","title":"Le Corbusier autograph (1955) ","description":"\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIn the 1950s, the architect Le Corbusier signed an autograph.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" style=\"font-weight: bold;\"\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eLe Corbusier's autograph for an admirer (loose page from the book \"Le Corbusier, dessins\"). The first word was not deciphered.\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e A leaf.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e In French.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e 13 cm x 18.5 cm.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e 1955, no information about the location.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e Good average state of preservation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e Unique piece.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e \u003cspan\u003eLe Corbusier was a renowned Franco-Swiss architect, urban planner, painter, and theorist of the 20th century. Known for his innovations in the fields of architecture and design, he was one of the pioneers of the modernist movement. Le Corbusier believed in the functionality of spaces and the need to adapt them to the needs of modern life. His iconic projects include the Villa Savoye in France and the urban plan for Chandigarh in India. In addition to his architectural contributions, he also produced a vast body of written and graphic work, influencing generations of architects and urban planners around the world.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e \u003cspan\u003eLe Corbusier had a significant relationship with Brazil, where he influenced numerous architectural projects. In 1936, he was invited by Lúcio Costa and other Brazilian architects to contribute to the design of the Ministry of Education and Health in Rio de Janeiro. Although he proposed two designs, the main ideas were adapted by the Brazilian team, resulting in a building that incorporates Corbusian concepts such as pilotis, brise-soleil, and the open plan. Furthermore, Le Corbusier participated in the design of the Maison du Brésil in Paris, a residential building for Brazilian students, which opened in 1959. His involvement with Brazilian architects such as Oscar Niemeyer and Lúcio Costa helped shape modernist architecture in the country.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eThis autograph by Le Corbusier is a piece of interest for collectors and architecture enthusiasts who want to protect and pass on a piece of the history of architectural modernism.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Glórias | Autógrafos e Manuscritos Raros","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45873457463455,"sku":"475","price":2000.0,"currency_code":"BRL","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1945\/8243\/files\/livro_autografo_le_corbusier_2.jpg?v=1720208237"},{"product_id":"caixa-de-instrumentos-de-arquitetura-assinada-por-oscar-niemeyer","title":"Architectural instrument box signed by Oscar Niemeyer","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #0000ff;\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\n\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(43, 0, 255);\"\u003eThis item is no longer available. However, we may be able to connect you with its owner — who knows, they might accept your offer? — or, alternatively, suggest other items of similar interest, without any obligation. Contact us via WhatsApp: +55 31 98221-5758 or email: contato@glorias.com.br\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOscar Niemeyer signs an architectural instrument box, adding a small drawing of the National Congress of Brasília.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cmeta charset=\"UTF-8\"\u003e \u003cb id=\"docs-internal-guid-f2cf364f-7fff-28ce-70fb-a4bee6c83096\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eArchitectural student's instrument box, with Oscar Niemeyer's autograph dedicated to a future architect or colleague, located on the bottom of the piece (surface normally resting on the table). \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eBrand: Rosenhain.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eDimensions of the closed box: 40 cm × 11 cm × 4.5 cm.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e1960s to 1980s.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eComplete box, with signs of use, especially scratches on the bottom, where the signature and drawing are located.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eUnique piece.\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Rosenhain brand, founded in 1896 in São Paulo, was a national reference in the manufacture and commercialization of furniture and instruments for technical drawing, engineering, and topography. It became especially known for its robust, durable, and ergonomic drawing boards and stools, used by generations of architects and engineers until the 1980s. Its products, such as pantometers and clinometers, were synonymous with quality and innovation in Brazil, combining its own production with imports from Germany. With the advancement of digital drawing and the modernization of the sector, the company ceased operations at the end of the 20th century. Today, Rosenhain is remembered as an icon of functional design and a landmark in the history of Brazilian architecture and technical furniture.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIt is likely that Oscar Niemeyer signed this Rosenhain instrument box on a special occasion, perhaps during a visit to an architecture school, a meeting with students, or as a gesture of appreciation to a colleague or intern. The box shows signs of use, especially in the area where the signature is located, which indicates that it was part of someone's daily life, at least for a while. Interestingly, the instruments inside appear little used, possibly because, after the signature, the owner decided to preserve it as a valuable keepsake. Could it have belonged to Niemeyer himself? It is unlikely, though possible. The most plausible explanation is that it belonged to a student, colleague, or young professional who deeply admired the architect. In any case, we have carefully authenticated the signature, which exhibits all the characteristics of genuine Oscar Niemeyer authentications.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe cherry on top: the signature is accompanied by a quick sketch, typical of Niemeyer, representing the National Congress of Brasília, one of his most emblematic works.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAs far as we know, there are no records of Niemeyer signing this type of medium, which makes this piece even rarer and more symbolic. A large, expressive, and direct autograph - just like his architectural stroke - accompanied by a striking drawing.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"gtx-trans\" style=\"position: absolute; left: 27px; top: 85.2891px;\"\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"gtx-trans-icon\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Glórias | Autógrafos e Manuscritos Raros","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":62012403875999,"sku":"592","price":0.0,"currency_code":"BRL","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1945\/8243\/files\/autografooscarniemeyer592g.jpg?v=1742757145"},{"product_id":"fotografias-antigas-da-ilha-de-madeira-seculo-xix","title":"Old photographs of Madeira Island (19th century)","description":"\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\n \u003cstrong\u003eFive exceptional photographs reveal 19th-century Madeira.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eFive old photographs of Madeira Island.\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e \u003cspan\u003e17.5 cm x 25 cm.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n \u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e19th century.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e \u003cspan\u003eGood condition, although the images are slightly faded.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\n \u003cspan\u003eUnique set.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e \u003cspan\u003eThese five old photographs of Madeira Island are very rare examples from the late 19th century. Despite the inscription \"1842\" on the back of the photographs, it is highly unlikely that these images were taken in that year. In 1842, photography was still in its infancy, and existing processes, such as the daguerreotype, did not allow for paper copies like those shown in the images. The photographs presented have characteristics typical of albumen prints mounted on cardboard, common between 1865 and 1890. The inscription on the back may have another meaning, such as a personal reference or an error. Therefore, this is a valuable set of 19th-century images, but certainly from after 1842.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003cp role=\"presentation\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe first image shows a large steamship anchored in Funchal Bay, with the city nestled against the mountains in the background; it is a typical scene from the time when Madeira was a stopover for transatlantic ships.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp role=\"presentation\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e \u003cspan\u003eThe second, more faded image depicts a stone bridge over a stream amidst a mountainous and wooded landscape, a testament to local civil engineering and the island's rugged geography.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp role=\"presentation\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e \u003cspan\u003eThe third photograph reveals an elegant paddlewheel ship, probably a British luxury steamer, anchored near a cliff with buildings, possibly on the south coast of the island.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp role=\"presentation\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e \u003cspan\u003eThe fourth image is one of the most ethnographically valuable: we see a small group of people – including women with baskets on their heads – next to a thatched hut, illustrating aspects of rural life in Madeira.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003cp role=\"presentation\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe last photograph is an urban view, probably of downtown Funchal, with two-story buildings, an ox-drawn carriage, and several human figures in period costumes—a vivid portrait of the daily life of the local elite and working class.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e \u003cspan\u003eIn the 19th century and earlier, the island of Madeira maintained deep ties with Brazil, marked by constant migrations, maritime trade, and family connections. Thousands of Madeirans emigrated to Brazil, especially to Rio de Janeiro, Bahia, and the south of the country, taking traditions with them and strengthening cultural bonds. Photography emerged as an important visual link in this relationship: portraits taken in studios in Funchal were sent to relatives in Brazil, while travelers and merchants took images of the island as souvenirs.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThese images are visual documents of great historical and cultural value, capturing the landscape, transport, architecture, and way of life in 19th-century Madeira.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Glórias | Autógrafos e Manuscritos Raros","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":62425698533535,"sku":"605","price":3200.0,"currency_code":"BRL","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1945\/8243\/files\/fotografiaantigailhadamadeiraseculoXIX_2.jpg?v=1753585246"},{"product_id":"livro-com-uma-longa-e-enigmatica-dedicatoria-de-oscar-niemeyer-2004-2012","title":"Book with a long and enigmatic dedication by Oscar Niemeyer (2004–2012)","description":"\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eIn the last years of his life, Niemeyer wrote an enigmatic dedication in his unmistakable handwriting.\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eBook by Oscar Niemeyer – Houses where I lived, with a dedication from Oscar Niemeyer to Carlos Henrique.\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e \u003cspan\u003e20.5 cm × 21 cm × 1 cm.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e \u003cspan\u003eDated between 2004 and 2012, with no information about the location.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e \u003cspan\u003eGood condition, with some light stains on the dedication page, which do not affect the text.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e \u003cspan\u003eUnique piece.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n \u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOscar Niemeyer – Houses Where I Lived\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan\u003eis a book published in 2004 by Revan publishing house, in which the architect presents, in an illustrated and commented way, the main houses where he lived throughout his life. The work brings together projects, photographs and short texts in which Niemeyer describes architectural aspects of the residences, their locations, the contexts in which they were built and the daily life lived in each of them. Among the highlighted houses are his first residence in Rio de Janeiro, his house in São Conrado and the apartment in Paris during his exile. The book also records his ideas on architecture, always emphasizing integration with nature, curved forms and the simplicity of spaces.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOn the first page, there is a pasted photograph showing a modernist residential building, possibly included by Niemeyer or someone close to him, adding a unique and personal visual element to the book. Above this image appears part of the signature \"Oscar,\" written in large, bold letters, as if the signature alone were sufficient. Following this, he proceeds to write a text which, as in many of his manuscripts throughout his life, is practically illegible, a characteristic that intensified with age. Considering that the book *\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan\u003eCasas onde mori* (Houses Where I Lived)\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan\u003ewas published in 2004 and observing the shaky handwriting and the difficulty in reading it, it is evident that Niemeyer was already quite old when he wrote this dedication.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSometimes, what makes an autograph from a great personality valuable is not its content, but the form it takes. Here, we can't understand what's written—geniuses aren't always understood—and that doesn't diminish the interest of this long dedication, nor the value of this signature in a hard-to-find book.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Glórias | Autógrafos e Manuscritos Raros","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":62620051800223,"sku":"627","price":1800.0,"currency_code":"BRL","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1945\/8243\/files\/longadedicatoriaoscarniemeyer2.jpg?v=1766276748"},{"product_id":"grande-fotografia-panoramica-do-rio-de-janeiro-1875-1890","title":"Large panoramic photograph of Rio de Janeiro (1875-1890) ","description":"\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cb id=\"docs-internal-guid-ab140335-7fff-2d88-da40-ade54a3c8b53\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAt the end of the 19th century, Rio de Janeiro consolidated itself as a commercial and maritime center.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" style=\"font-weight: bold;\"\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eLarge panoramic photograph of Rio de Janeiro, probably by Marc Ferrez.\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e \u003cspan\u003eDimensions: 55 × 26 cm (stand) \/ 46.5 × 17 cm (image).\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e \u003cspan\u003eRio de Janeiro, between 1875 and 1890.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e \u003cspan\u003eExcellent condition; the photograph has been cleaned by a professional restorer.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e \u003cspan\u003eUnique piece.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n \u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis panorama presents a wide view of the port of Rio de Janeiro, observed from Morro do Castelo, one of the city's most emblematic landmarks in the 19th century, a hill entirely demolished in 1922. To the left, the bay appears intensely occupied by sailing ships and commercial vessels, with Sugarloaf Mountain clearly visible in the background. In the center, the docks, warehouses, and public buildings linked to port activity stand out, while towers of Baroque churches punctuate the horizon of the historic center; in the background, Corcovado, in the Tijuca Forest, where Christ the Redeemer would be inaugurated in 1931. To the right, a more industrial area, identifiable by a tall chimney probably associated with the Arsenal, completes the composition, enriched in the foreground by rooftops, sloping streets, and colonial houses, creating a striking contrast between the urban fabric and the monumentality of the port facilities. The panorama currently corresponds to the neighborhoods of Centro and Saúde, with a visual extension to Gamboa.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe combination of stylistic and technical characteristics strongly points to an attribution to Marc Ferrez (1843–1923). Few photographers in Brazil mastered, as he did, the creation of views of this magnitude, with the use of specific equipment and the careful assembly of albumen prints. The balanced composition, the uniform sharpness throughout the image, the richness of detail, and the ability to integrate relief, port, and urban fabric are recurring hallmarks of his work, also present in panoramas preserved at the Instituto Moreira Salles and the National Library, making this attribution the most coherent hypothesis.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cb id=\"docs-internal-guid-6e6a9173-7fff-6ae2-1de5-a5a87a23b775\"\u003eFew 19th-century albumen panoramas of this scale, especially those assembled from multiple images, have survived. Discovered in France and preserved in excellent condition, this panorama constitutes a unique visual testimony of a Rio de Janeiro that has since disappeared and should be part of one of the most important collections dedicated to Brazilian photography.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Glórias | Autógrafos e Manuscritos Raros","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":62640304750751,"sku":"547","price":15000.0,"currency_code":"BRL","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1945\/8243\/files\/fotografiapanoramicariodejaneirofimimperio1_eb27783b-cda9-450e-bf41-3ce53033121f.jpg?v=1768167984"},{"product_id":"desenho-original-com-dedicatoria-de-oscar-niemeyer-1983","title":"Original drawing with dedication by Oscar Niemeyer (1983)","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\n\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eIn 1983, Oscar Niemeyer dedicated a drawing of the Brasília Cathedral to Eduardo.\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"39\" data-end=\"135\"\u003eOriginal drawing by Oscar Niemeyer depicting the Brasília Cathedral, dedicated to Eduardo.\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e27.5 cm x 22.8 cm.\u003cbr\u003e\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eOne sheet of cardstock.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eIn Portuguese.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e1983, location not specified.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eExcellent condition\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eUnique piece.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn 1983, Oscar Niemeyer was already one of the most renowned architects in the world. After returning from exile, he was experiencing a new phase of intense activity in Brazil, developing important projects, including the future CIEPs in partnership with Darcy Ribeiro. That same year, a major retrospective of his work was held in Rio de Janeiro, definitively consolidating his position as one of the central figures in 20th-century architecture. Long before receiving the Pritzker Prize in 1988, his work already enjoyed international recognition, and Brasília had become an undeniable reference in modern architecture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe drawing depicts the Brasília Cathedral, one of Oscar Niemeyer's most emblematic creations. Designed in 1958 as part of the construction of the new federal capital, it became the most universally associated symbol of the architect. Its characteristic stroke is immediately recognizable: a continuous, fluid, and elegant line, perfectly capable of translating the curves and lightness of his architecture. This graphic language became one of the most distinctive hallmarks of his artistic production.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe work is dedicated to a certain Eduardo: \u003cem\u003e\"To Eduardo, a big hug, 1983. Oscar Niemeyer.\"\u003c\/em\u003e The identity of the recipient remains unknown. The date coincides with a period when Niemeyer regularly participated in conferences, exhibitions, and public events, occasions during which he often presented friends, collaborators, and admirers with dedicated drawings. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis piece gathers all the characteristics most valued by collectors. It is not a mere signature, but a true original drawing executed by Oscar Niemeyer. The subject is the Brasília Cathedral, probably his most famous work and one of the greatest symbols of 20th-century architecture. The stroke is elegant and immediately recognizable, while the calligraphy also presents the very particular characteristics of Niemeyer's writing. The dedication dated 1983 places the work at an important moment in his career when the architect already enjoyed international recognition. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIn a market where the vast majority of drawings attributed to Oscar Niemeyer are forgeries or imitations of his style, authentic examples of this quality represent very rare opportunities.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Glórias | Autógrafos e Manuscritos Raros","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":62827663753375,"sku":"633","price":25000.0,"currency_code":"BRL","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1945\/8243\/files\/4_22b2db51-fa33-4c31-96c4-9f0f5c8a9e45.jpg?v=1783686998"}],"url":"https:\/\/glorias.com.br\/en\/collections\/autografos-arquitetos-arquitetura.oembed","provider":"Glórias | Autógrafos e Manuscritos Raros","version":"1.0","type":"link"}