Jan Kaláb's Multi-Paneled Paintings Imbue a Sense of Hope

The last we saw of Jan Kaláb, the Czech artist illuminated the halls of Shanghai's Danysz Gallery through vibrant multi-paneled paintings that were inspired by Chinese culture. To follow, the artist is presenting his first Brazilian solo exhibition, "Calor" ("Heat in English), at Galeria Movimento in Rio de Janeiro.On view are 15 never-before-seen paintings that continue his curvilinear explorations into color and form. According to curator, Ulisses Carrilho, Kaláb's palette carries "something...