Posada, Jose

Popular Mexican Prints

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ISBN 13:: 9780486228549
author:: Posada, Jose
format:: Paperback
publisher:: Dover Publications Inc.
language:: English
Publication Year:: 2003
Pages:: 156
Dimensions:: 28.19 x 21.03 x 3.61 centimetres
Genre:: Handicrafts
Condition:: New
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Jos Guadalupe Posada's Popular Mexican Prints showcase nearly 300 engravings from one of Mexico's most renowned graphic artists. Created for printer and publisher A. Vanegas Arroyo, these prints feature a wide range of subjects, including disasters, political events, crimes, and miracles, as well as popular heroes like Zapata. Posada's unique style blended traditional art with versatility, often incorporating social and political satire, sympathetic portraits, and comic elements. His engravings also featured fantastical creatures, such as snake-men and giant snails, alongside more serious depictions of everyday life. This collection presents a fascinating glimpse into Posada's artistic range and his enduring influence on Mexican art. With its rich historical context and diverse visual content, this book is an excellent resource for anyone interested in Mexican art, graphic design, or the country's cultural heritage.

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