II Exhibition of Modern Art of Viana do Castelo

II Exhibition of Modern Art of Viana do Castelo held by the Regional Museum of Viana do Castelo, in September 1959, this exhibition was open to the public in the following cities, in Coimbra, organized by the Academic Association Circle of Plastic Arts, in December 1959. and Caldas da Rainha, organized by the Caldense Scenic Ensemble, in January 1960, sponsored by the Calouste Gulbenkian Foundation, planned and organized by Dr. Manuel de Sousa Oliveira.

Art even when it seems far removed from life is always its reflection, not in the sense of imitation, as the Aristotelian definition has been misinterpreted, but in the source of expressive creation.

This exhibition of modern Portuguese artists, despite the energetic care of their organization, cannot, of course, give the full picture of our art. However, it worthily illustrates the transformation that has taken place, especially in the last decade, into the European success of our step. And it will certainly have provided interested visitors with familiarizing themselves with not only the characteristic aspects of today's art but also some of the most representative names in the new ranks of Lisbon and Porto. Manuel Pereira da Silva is one of 37 artists present, with two sculptures and two paintings.