This catalogue was published in 2015 for the exhibition Remake Aleijadinho, presented at the Arts & Kraft Museum in Belo Horizonte and dedicated to the work of Brazilian‑French artist Sérgio Bello. Edited by the gallery, the publication documents a significant moment in the artist’s trajectory, bringing together a selection of works that reflect his long‑standing engagement with social, historical and environmental themes.

Bello’s practice is rooted in a profound sensitivity to human experience and collective memory. Over the decades, his work has addressed the struggles of different communities, the weight of political oppression and the universal dimension of suffering. These concerns have shaped a visual language that is both expressive and uncompromising, revealing the artist’s desire to confront injustice while affirming the resilience of the human spirit.

The exhibition revisited this commitment through a dialogue with the legacy of Aleijadinho, one of Brazil’s most emblematic historical figures. Bello’s reinterpretation does not seek imitation; instead, it proposes a contemporary reflection on heritage, identity and the enduring relevance of artistic resistance. The works presented in the show evoke a sense of urgency and emotional depth, connecting past and present through a shared call for dignity and awareness.

This catalogue offers an overview of this powerful body of work, situating it within the broader context of Bello’s artistic evolution. It highlights the continuity of his engagement with themes of freedom, humanity and ecological consciousness, reaffirming his place among artists who use creation as a means to provoke thought and inspire change.