Rivera | Diego Rivera: A Revolutionary Spirit

Diego Rivera: A Revolutionary Spirit

Andrea Kettenmann, 2015

Overview

Diego Rivera, husband of Frida Kahlo, was described by Picasso and Dalí as a revolutionary and troublemaker. He was instrumental in creating public art that was both advanced and accessible. After absorbing Cubism in Europe from 1910, Rivera returned to Mexico post-revolution. He applied avant-garde lessons to serve the Mexican people, envisioning a utopian post-revolutionary nation through his murals and historical paintings. His style drew on pre-Columbian Mexican culture, re-inventing a vibrant, realistic visual language for a largely illiterate population. This study coherently presents his work independently of exhibition circuits.

Who it's for

• Art enthusiasts interested in Mexican Muralism.
• Readers exploring the intersection of art and social revolution.
• Those interested in the influences of Cubism and pre-Columbian art.

Key features

• Language: English
• Pages: 96
• Binding: Hardcover
• Publisher: Taschen
• Year: 2015
• ISBN: 9783836504133