The Facts
Lisson Gallery presents new paintings by Dalton Paula for his solo show at Frieze London 2026. The series draws inspiration from Luiz Gama, a 19th-century Brazilian lawyer who fought for the freedom of enslaved people. Paula's still lifes feature symbolic objects such as a goat, okra, a glass of water, and a chair, which reference Afro-Brazilian religious traditions and themes of healing, justice, and resistance. The works do not depict human figures but suggest the Black body through these objects.
The Signal
Paula's practice continues to explore the intersection of personal narrative, land, and belonging through layered symbolism. For collectors, these new paintings signal a deepening of his engagement with Afro-diasporic history and spirituality, moving beyond figurative representation into a more coded visual language. The work aligns with a growing market interest in contemporary artists who embed historical and cultural critique within traditional genres like still life.
- Artists: Dalton Paula
- People: Dalton Paula, Luiz Gama, Livia Russell
- Galleries: Lisson Gallery
- Locations: London
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