Tropicália, Penetrables PN 2 'Purity is a myth' and PN 3 'Imagetical' 1967

Helio Oiticica’s *Tropicália, Penetrables PN 2 'Purity is a myth' and PN 3 'Imagetical'* (1967) exemplifies the Brazilian artist’s *Penetrables* series, an immersive and interactive art experience. The installation features a wire cage, tropical plants in terracotta pots, and a partially enclosed space lined with patterned textiles. The overall effect of this work is one of a tropical environment, inviting viewers to engage with the artwork by walking among the plants and experiencing the interplay of textures and colors. The inclusion of the cage and patterned textiles also raises questions about the nature of confinement and the artificiality of experience. The work is currently on view at the Tate Modern in London.