Calaveras from the Heap (1910) by Jose Guadalupe Posada

Calaveras from the Heap - Jose Guadalupe Posada - 1910

Artwork Information

TitleCalaveras from the Heap
ArtistJose Guadalupe Posada
Date1910
Art MovementModernismo

About Calaveras from the Heap

The artwork titled “Calaveras from the Heap” by artist Jose Guadalupe Posada, created in 1910, belongs to the art movement known as Modernismo and falls under the genre of caricature.

The artwork depicts a skeletal figure, often referred to as a “calavera,” which is a common motif in Jose Guadalupe Posada’s illustrations. The calavera is dressed in traditional Mexican attire, including a sombrero and clothing that is suggestive of a rural setting. The figure is carrying a bottle labeled “Aguardiente,” indicating an association with alcohol, and appears to be in motion, giving the sense of a lively or active persona despite being a skeleton. The background of the artwork includes text in Spanish, which likely narrates the story or context of the depicted figure. The illustration, styled as a black and white print, combines elements of satire, social commentary, and cultural identity, reflecting Posada’s unique approach to caricature within the Modernismo movement. The artwork exemplifies the genre by blending humor with critical perspectives on societal norms and characters.

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