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Jose Vasconcelos and Diego Rivera during an outdoor event at Chapultepec Park
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Jose Vasconcelos and Diego Rivera during an outdoor event at Chapultepec Park
473533 Jose Vasconcelos and Diego Rivera during an outdoor event at Chapultepec Park, Mexico City, 1921 (b/w photo) by Modotti, Tina (1896-1942); (add.info.: Jose Vasconcelos (1882-1959), left, Mexican writer, philosopher and politician
Diego Rivera (1886-1957), right, Mexican artist); eGalerie Bilderwelt; Italian, out of copyright
Media ID 22667454
© Galerie Bilderwelt / Bridgeman Images
Boater Boaters Communism Communist Conference Event Latin America Latin American Mexican Mexico Muralist Revolutionaries Revolutionary Socialism Socialist Straw Hat Chapultepec Park Diego Rivera
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This photograph captures a momentous encounter between two influential figures in Mexican history, Jose Vasconcelos and Diego Rivera. The image was taken during an outdoor event at Chapultepec Park in Mexico City, back in 1921. On the left side of the photo stands Jose Vasconcelos, a renowned Mexican writer, philosopher, and politician. His presence exudes intelligence and charisma as he engages in conversation with his companion on the right, Diego Rivera. Rivera, a prominent Mexican artist known for his revolutionary murals, is seen wearing a boater hat that adds to his distinctive appearance. The photograph not only showcases these iconic individuals but also reflects the political climate of the time. Both Vasconcelos and Rivera were deeply involved in socialist and communist movements that aimed to bring about social change in Mexico. Their shared ideologies are evident through their attire; both men don straw hats commonly associated with revolutionaries during this era. As we delve into this historical snapshot captured by Tina Modotti, we are transported back to the vibrant atmosphere of 1920s Mexico. This image serves as a reminder of the pivotal role played by these visionaries in shaping Latin American politics and art during the twentieth century. It encapsulates their passion for revolutionizing society through literature, philosophy, painting, and political activism - all elements that continue to inspire generations today.
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