Definitive introduction to the art and artists of Mexico during great artistic movements of the 20s and 30s. In-depth discussion of major figures—Diego Rivera, Jose Clemente Orozco and David Alfaro Siqueiros — as well as 40 other artists: Galvan, Cantú, Meza, more. Fascinating insights, political and social movements, historical context, etc. 95 illustrations.
My Art, My Life: An Autobiography by Diego Rivera, with Gladys March A richly revealing document offering many telling insights into the mind and heart of a giant of 20th-century art. "Engrossing as a novel." — Chicago Sunday Tribune. 21 halftones.
Idols Behind Altars: Modern Mexican Art and Its Cultural Roots by Anita Brenner Critical study ranges from pre-Columbian times through the 20th century to explore Mexico's intrinsic association between art and religion; the role of iconography in Mexican art; and the return to native values. Unabridged reprint of the classic 1929 edition. 118 black-and-white illustrations.
Six Frida Kahlo Cards by Frida Kahlo Hauntingly beautiful reproductions of Self-Portrait (1926), The Deceased Dimas (1937), Girl with Death Mask (1938), Self-Portrait with Monkeys (1943), Doña Rosita Morillo (1944), and Still Life with Parrot (1951).
Kahlo: 16 Art Stickers by Frida Kahlo Compelling works by one of the 20th century's most provocative artists: The Broken Column, The Dead Dimas Rosas at the Age of Three, Self-Portrait with Monkey, 13 others.
Day of the Dead/Día de los Muertos Paper Dolls by Kwei-lin Lum Artfully and accurately rendered in the tradition of the Mexican holiday, this whimsical bilingual gallery features 2 paper dolls and 15 ornate costumes, a variety of altar offerings, and a bonus sticker poster.
Kahlo Art Tattoos by Frida Kahlo, Marty Noble Four haunting images by one of the 20th century's most original artists, adapted as tattoo art: Self-Portrait with Monkeys, Diego and I, The Little Deer, and Self-Portrait with Collar of Thorns.
Mexican Mural Paintings by Rivera, Orozco and Siqueiros: 24 Cards by James Spero Stirring details from 24 murals created during one of the most spectacular and influential artistic movements of the 20th century — monumental and stylized in form, boldly colorful, passionately political. With introduction and captions.
