Xul Solar
2 Seasons
Join us for a mesmerising masterclass dedicated to the enigmatic artist Xul Solar. Explore the mystical realms he created through his visionary artworks as we delve into his profound quest for Latin America’s spiritual and artistic unification. Discover this multifaceted artist who crafted extraordinary paintings and invented various languages, pushing the boundaries of artistic expression.
As we explore his profound influence on the artistic landscape of Latin America, we'll also delve into the unique friendship he shared with the renowned writer Jorge Luis Borges, an acknowledgement of his extraordinary talent. Join us in this immersive masterclass to unlock the mystical world of Xul Solar, gaining a deeper appreciation for his visionary art and his lasting impact on the artistic and literary realms.
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12:00Episode 1
Part I: The making of Xul Solar
Episode 1
In this video, you will learn how the myth of Xul Solar was made. To help you navigate this video, we invite you to answer the following questions as you go along.
Why do you think being a son of immigrants in Argentina affected his work?
How did the fact that he knew so many languages change ho... -
10:55Episode 2
Part II: Xul Solar and Language
Episode 2
In this video, you will learn the importance of Hermeneutics to Xul Solar by analysing two of his paintings: Judge, Nana Watzin and Drago. To help you navigate this video, we invite you to answer the following questions as you go along.
What did he read and discover in London?
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Part III: Solar and Borges' Utopic Dystopia
Episode 3
In this video, you will learn the relationship of Xul Solar with the Argentinean literary avant-garde and their pursuit of transforming society, studying works such as Tunel, Vuel Villa and Panchess. To help you navigate this video, we invite you to answer the following questions as you go along....
