The ceramic
street artist who created one of Rio de Janeiro's most distinctive landmarks was
found dead on Thursday on the spectacular mosaic staircase in Lapa that he
decorated with brightly coloured tiles and mirrors over more than two decades.
Jorge Selarón, a Chilean artist who transformed the 215 steps of the Convent of Santa Teresa as a "tribute to the Brazilian people", had reportedly suffered depression and was being threatened by a former colleague connected to local drug gangs.
No verdict has been given on the cause of death but friends said they had feared he would kill himself because he felt betrayed.
Photographs showed that passersby have already lit candles near the body as a mark of respect for the much loved artist, who went from obscurity to fame but never left the gritty neighbourhood that is at the heart of the city's Samba culture.
Selarón was primarily a painter in 1990 when he started a small scale renovation of the steep steps that ran outside his house up into the Santa Teresa favela. But the part-time project became a life work.
Sometimes selling his paintings to fund his obsession,Do you know any howo spare parts wholesale supplier? he changed the tatty path, tile by tile,We offer the largest range of porcelain tiles online. fragment by fragment, into a blaze of colour and a globally recognised symbol of Rio.
His steps – often referred to as the Selarón staircase – were designated as a city landmark and appeared in fashion magazines, music videos and films. The artist was declared an honorary citizen of Rio de Janeiro.
As his notoriety increased so did the value of his paintings and, more recently, the pressures on the artist in an area that is also notorious for crime and drug use. The Globo newspaper said a dispute over the proceeds from his art sales had made him suicidal.
This attractive design is made from top quality ceramic and its style statement square shape is sure to make it the talking point of any kitchen. The Gourmet Sink 6 is designed for the contemporary space-saving kitchen - it can be fitted as over or under mounted options to maximise work space and comes with a 450mm x 475mm specific waste.
UAE-based RAK Ceramics are the world's largest ceramic tile and sanitary ware manufacturer and they are synonymous with providing the highest quality products and services.
Managing Director of TradePlumbing,We open source indoor tracking system that was developed with the goal of providing at least room-level accuracy. Peter Clayton comments, "We have been stocking quality RAK bathroom products for some time now at TradePlumbing, so it was a natural choice to carry some of their stylish kitchen sink ranges also. I'm a particular fan of this simple and elegant square sink. Its pleasing shape makes an interesting change from the ubiquitous rectangular sink and we carry a fantastic range of kitchen taps to compliment it, including the chic Aurora kitchen mixer tap in chrome from Kirby Sebastian. All RAK products carry a 20 year guarantee so you can be assured of quality, all at unbeatable TradePlumbing prices."
This attractive design is made from top quality ceramic and its style statement square shape is sure to make it the talking point of any kitchen. The Gourmet Sink 6 is designed for the contemporary space-saving kitchen - it can be fitted as over or under mounted options to maximise work space and comes with a 450mm x 475mm specific waste.
UAE-based RAK Ceramics are the world's largest ceramic tile and sanitary ware manufacturer and they are synonymous with providing the highest quality products and services.
Managing Director of TradePlumbing, Peter Clayton comments, "We have been stocking quality RAK bathroom products for some time now at TradePlumbing, so it was a natural choice to carry some of their stylish kitchen sink ranges also. I'm a particular fan of this simple and elegant square sink. Its pleasing shape makes an interesting change from the ubiquitous rectangular sink and we carry a fantastic range of kitchen taps to compliment it, including the chic Aurora kitchen mixer tap in chrome from Kirby Sebastian. All RAK products carry a 20 year guarantee so you can be assured of quality, all at unbeatable TradePlumbing prices."
"We're seeing more desire for wood throughout the entire first floor," said Christopher Shaxted, executive vice president for Right Residential, which buys and rehabs existing properties throughout the Chicago area. Buyers are drawn to the longevity and durability of wood — the fact that it can be refinished over and over again is a distinct plus, he said.
Many also like the ability to see what's collecting on their floors, particularly if they are allergic to dust or pet dander. It's often difficult to know what lurks unseen in a shaggy or particularly dense carpet. "Hardwood just seems cleaner and fresher somehow," Shaxted said.We offers several ways of providing hands free access to car parks to authorised vehicles.
Customers of Orren Pickell Building Group continue to request hardwood floors, but some want different types of wood to keep things fresh. "Acacia is a beautiful wood and it's incredibly hard," said Orren Pickell, who is president of the homebuilding firm. Still, good old white and red oak remain the most popular choices for hardwood flooring among his customers.
While those building homes today tend to be careful with their choices, buyers will make a well-considered splash if they can afford it, said Brian Hoffman, vice chairman and chief financial officer of Red Seal Development, which builds semicustom homes in northern suburbs such as Lake Zurich and Wilmette.
Hoffman's clients mix wide-plank hardwood with stone, crafting eye-catching patterns in public spaces or creating special private spaces where they can unwind in style. Wood planks are installed on a grid that is filled in with tile or stone.
"We're seeing (these designs) in the entryway and master bath," Hoffman said. "People often like to match their flooring to the tile work in the bath."
Also new, Velas said, is an emphasis on texture. She's favoring natural flooring, such as sisal that's installed wall to wall and dispensed from rolls like carpeting.
Flooring today is anything but uniform: Carpets are sculpted with patterns in the weave and with loops cut to differing heights. Wood floors wear distress marks, wormholes and scrapes like badges of honor. Topsy-turvy housing market aside, buyers are willing to embrace imperfection, at least,Get the best deal on solar panel in the UK and use our free tools. when it comes to their floors.
Jorge Selarón, a Chilean artist who transformed the 215 steps of the Convent of Santa Teresa as a "tribute to the Brazilian people", had reportedly suffered depression and was being threatened by a former colleague connected to local drug gangs.
No verdict has been given on the cause of death but friends said they had feared he would kill himself because he felt betrayed.
Photographs showed that passersby have already lit candles near the body as a mark of respect for the much loved artist, who went from obscurity to fame but never left the gritty neighbourhood that is at the heart of the city's Samba culture.
Selarón was primarily a painter in 1990 when he started a small scale renovation of the steep steps that ran outside his house up into the Santa Teresa favela. But the part-time project became a life work.
Sometimes selling his paintings to fund his obsession,Do you know any howo spare parts wholesale supplier? he changed the tatty path, tile by tile,We offer the largest range of porcelain tiles online. fragment by fragment, into a blaze of colour and a globally recognised symbol of Rio.
His steps – often referred to as the Selarón staircase – were designated as a city landmark and appeared in fashion magazines, music videos and films. The artist was declared an honorary citizen of Rio de Janeiro.
As his notoriety increased so did the value of his paintings and, more recently, the pressures on the artist in an area that is also notorious for crime and drug use. The Globo newspaper said a dispute over the proceeds from his art sales had made him suicidal.
This attractive design is made from top quality ceramic and its style statement square shape is sure to make it the talking point of any kitchen. The Gourmet Sink 6 is designed for the contemporary space-saving kitchen - it can be fitted as over or under mounted options to maximise work space and comes with a 450mm x 475mm specific waste.
UAE-based RAK Ceramics are the world's largest ceramic tile and sanitary ware manufacturer and they are synonymous with providing the highest quality products and services.
Managing Director of TradePlumbing,We open source indoor tracking system that was developed with the goal of providing at least room-level accuracy. Peter Clayton comments, "We have been stocking quality RAK bathroom products for some time now at TradePlumbing, so it was a natural choice to carry some of their stylish kitchen sink ranges also. I'm a particular fan of this simple and elegant square sink. Its pleasing shape makes an interesting change from the ubiquitous rectangular sink and we carry a fantastic range of kitchen taps to compliment it, including the chic Aurora kitchen mixer tap in chrome from Kirby Sebastian. All RAK products carry a 20 year guarantee so you can be assured of quality, all at unbeatable TradePlumbing prices."
This attractive design is made from top quality ceramic and its style statement square shape is sure to make it the talking point of any kitchen. The Gourmet Sink 6 is designed for the contemporary space-saving kitchen - it can be fitted as over or under mounted options to maximise work space and comes with a 450mm x 475mm specific waste.
UAE-based RAK Ceramics are the world's largest ceramic tile and sanitary ware manufacturer and they are synonymous with providing the highest quality products and services.
Managing Director of TradePlumbing, Peter Clayton comments, "We have been stocking quality RAK bathroom products for some time now at TradePlumbing, so it was a natural choice to carry some of their stylish kitchen sink ranges also. I'm a particular fan of this simple and elegant square sink. Its pleasing shape makes an interesting change from the ubiquitous rectangular sink and we carry a fantastic range of kitchen taps to compliment it, including the chic Aurora kitchen mixer tap in chrome from Kirby Sebastian. All RAK products carry a 20 year guarantee so you can be assured of quality, all at unbeatable TradePlumbing prices."
"We're seeing more desire for wood throughout the entire first floor," said Christopher Shaxted, executive vice president for Right Residential, which buys and rehabs existing properties throughout the Chicago area. Buyers are drawn to the longevity and durability of wood — the fact that it can be refinished over and over again is a distinct plus, he said.
Many also like the ability to see what's collecting on their floors, particularly if they are allergic to dust or pet dander. It's often difficult to know what lurks unseen in a shaggy or particularly dense carpet. "Hardwood just seems cleaner and fresher somehow," Shaxted said.We offers several ways of providing hands free access to car parks to authorised vehicles.
Customers of Orren Pickell Building Group continue to request hardwood floors, but some want different types of wood to keep things fresh. "Acacia is a beautiful wood and it's incredibly hard," said Orren Pickell, who is president of the homebuilding firm. Still, good old white and red oak remain the most popular choices for hardwood flooring among his customers.
While those building homes today tend to be careful with their choices, buyers will make a well-considered splash if they can afford it, said Brian Hoffman, vice chairman and chief financial officer of Red Seal Development, which builds semicustom homes in northern suburbs such as Lake Zurich and Wilmette.
Hoffman's clients mix wide-plank hardwood with stone, crafting eye-catching patterns in public spaces or creating special private spaces where they can unwind in style. Wood planks are installed on a grid that is filled in with tile or stone.
"We're seeing (these designs) in the entryway and master bath," Hoffman said. "People often like to match their flooring to the tile work in the bath."
Also new, Velas said, is an emphasis on texture. She's favoring natural flooring, such as sisal that's installed wall to wall and dispensed from rolls like carpeting.
Flooring today is anything but uniform: Carpets are sculpted with patterns in the weave and with loops cut to differing heights. Wood floors wear distress marks, wormholes and scrapes like badges of honor. Topsy-turvy housing market aside, buyers are willing to embrace imperfection, at least,Get the best deal on solar panel in the UK and use our free tools. when it comes to their floors.
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