Jorge Selarón started the renovation of the 215 steps in 1990, transforming them into a ‘tribute to the Brazilian people.’
Published: 11-01-2013
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Artist found dead on Rio mosaic staircase he spent 20 years creating (Guardian)
Artist Found Dead On Rio Mosaic Staircase He Spent 20 Years Creating (Huffington Post)
Eccentric Chilean artist found dead in Rio de Janeiro (The Santiago Times)