Albano Neves e Sousa

Albano Neves e Sousa was born on January 15, 1921, in Matosinhos, Portugal, and completed his early education in Luanda, Angola. His artistic journey began with exhibitions in 1936 and 1937, and throughout his life, he became known as a painter and ethnographer. Trained at the School of Fine Arts in Porto, he won numerous awards and was a member of the Porto Independents Group. In 1952, he returned to Angola, where he continued his career and received significant accolades, including gold and bronze medals at international exhibitions. In addition to his paintings, Albano Neves e Sousa contributed to public building decorations, including a large graffiti mural at Luanda International Airport and works in Brazil. His art gained global recognition, with pieces held in museums across Portugal, Brazil, Mozambique, Spain, and more. Honored with the Orders of Infante D. Henrique and Merit, he passed away on May 11, 1995, in Salvador, Brazil, leaving a lasting legacy in contemporary and Lusophone art.