Wood-engraving, Mexican
Subject
Subject Source: Library of Congress Subject Headings
Found in 3 Collections and/or Records:
450 Años de Lucha: Homenaje al Pueblo Mexicano Portfolio
Collection
Identifier: PICT-999-021
Abstract
This collection depicts major events in the history of Mexico, from Spanish contact with the indigenous peoples to political events of the early 20th Century. Images dealing with Spanish missionization of the indigenous population, the Mexican War of Independence, the Mexican American War, and the Mexican Revolution are included. The relationship between the United States and Mexico is also a major theme addressed in a number of images.
Dates:
1960
C. T. A. L., 1938-48: diez grabados de los artistas del Taller de Gráfica Popular Folio
Collection
Identifier: PICT-2000-023
Abstract
This collection contains 10 linocuts by various TGP members, each signed in pencil by the artist. The prints focus on various events related to C. T. A. L. (Confederación Trabajadores de América Latina) which occurred between 1938-1948, as well as caricatures concerning facism.
Dates:
1949
Leopoldo Méndez: 25 Prints Folio
Collection
Identifier: PICT-999-025
Abstract
The folio is a compilation of works by Méndez. This collection contains 25 wood engraving prints by Leopoldo Méndez, published in a limited edition by La Estampa Mexicana in 1943. The collection also includes one extra print which was a bookplate created by Méndez for Harold Leonard (also signed by the artist).
Dates:
1943