Revolutionary Realism: Prints and Portraits after the Mexican Revolution
December 5, 2024 - February 20, 2025
“Revolutionary Realism: Prints and Portraits after the Mexican Revolution” explores the traditions of print and portraiture in 20th century Mexico and their influence in other Latin American countries. This exhibition examines the visual language of revolution, labor and identity following the Mexican Revolution, featuring works from Manuel Carrillo, Leopoldo Méndez, Diego Rivera, Francisco Toledo and more.
This show was curated by the ARTHIST 704: Intro to Art Museum Studies II class, this collaborative course teaches art history graduate students the methodologies and technologies of art museum work, including collection management, exhibition organization, catalogue production and educational programming.
The exhibit is on view from Dec. 5 through to Feb. 20.
Opening reception:
- Dec. 5 from 5-7 p.m.
- Remarks will begin at 5:30 p.m.
UWM Emile H. Mathis Gallery
Mitchell Hall 170
3203 N. Downer Ave.
Gallery will be closed between the Fall 2024 and Spring 2025 semesters, Dec. 12 through Jan. 21.
