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MONTEZUMA II (1480-1520). Aztec emperor. Line engraving, 17th century

BENITO PABLO JUAREZ (1806-1872). Mexican statesman. Steel engraving, American, 1870

ANTONIO LOPEZ de SANTA ANNA (1795c-1876). Mexican soldier and political leader. Engraving, 1837

BUENA VISTA MEMORIAL. The Eleventh Indiana Volunteers swearing to remember Buena Vista at Indianapolis, Indiana, May 1861. Contemporary American wood engraving

EMPEROR MAXIMILIAN (1832-1867). Archduke of Austria and Emperor of Mexico, 1864-67. Wood engraving, American, 19th century

MIGUEL MIRAMON (1832-1867). Mexican soldier. Wood engraving, American, c1867

POSADA: SKELETONS, 1911. Disorderly Skeletons. Zinc engraving, 1911, by Jos

POSADA: CALAVERA ELECTRICA. Gran Calavera Electrica. A cemetery full of victims of the recently introduced electric trolley. Zinc engraving, 1907, by Jos

BATTLE OF MOLINO DEL REY. The Battle of Molino del Rey during the Mexican War, 8 September 1847. Wood engraving, 19th century

POSADA: ATTACK ON PUEBLA. Battle of Puebla, Mexico, during the Mexican Revolution. Zinc engraving, 1911, by Jos

POSADA: BATTLE, 1910-12. A battle between Federal Forces and the followers of Emiliano Zapata. Zinc engraving, 1910-12, by Jos

White-necked Jacobin (Florisuga mellivora) adult male, in flight, hovering, Costa Rica

MEXICAN MURAL PAINTING. Detail of a mural painting in Mexico, early-mid 20th century

ILLUMINATION, 18th CENTURY. Detail of a manuscript illumination, showing two satyrs, or devils. Mexican, 18th century

MEXICO: OLMEC MONUMENT. Olmec stone monument of a mother and child, at Parque La Venta, Tabasco, Mexico, 1500-800 B. C
MEXICO: OLMEC MONUMENT. Olmec stone monument of a mother and child, at Parque La Venta, Tabasco, Mexico, 1500-800 B.C

MEXICO: MAP, 1851. Map of Mexico, California, and Texas by John Tallis, 1851

MEXICO: AZTEC COLUMN. Aztec rectangular column with bas-reliefs, 1200-1500 A. D
MEXICO: AZTEC COLUMN. Aztec rectangular column with bas-reliefs, 1200-1500 A.D

MEXICO CITY: MONUMENT. The Monument to Independence in Mexico City. Photograph, 1930s

MANUSCRIPT: DEATHBED. Catholic manuscript showing a deathbed scene. Mexican, 18th century

PENANCE, 18th CENTURY. Manuscript illuminuation showing acts of penance. Created in Mexico, 18th century

View of Mayan ancient ruined city and lowland tropical forest, Tikal N. P. Peten, Guatemala
View of Mayan ancient ruined city and lowland tropical forest, Tikal N.P. Peten, Guatemala

FRANCISCO PANCHO VILLA (1877-1923). Mexican revolutionary leader. Photographed with a column of his troops in Mexico in 1914: oil over a photograph

PORTRAIT OF A ZAPATISTA. Painting by an unknown Mexican artist, 20th century

MEXICAN EXPEDITION, 1916. Banner for Wells Fargo & Co Express, 1916, promising parcel delivery to troops in the Mexican Expedition against the forces of Pancho Villa

JALISCO: MATERNITY FIGURE. Pre-Columbian ceramic maternity figure nursing her child, from Jalisco, Mexico

MICHOACAN: FIGURINE. Pre-Columbian figurine of a woman with her hand on her cheek. From Michoacan, Mexico

El Castillo, Chichen Itza, Mexico
El Castillo Temple, Chichen Itza, Mexico at sunrise. This step-pyramid was built by the Maya civilisation. It is a temple dedicated to the god Kukulcan

Maya calendar, diagram
Maya calendar. Diagram showing how one particular Maya calendar was based on a cyclic combination of 13 numbers (smaller wheel) and twenty day symbols (larger wheel)

MAYAN ATHLETE, 700-900 A. D. Ceramic figure of a Mayan ball player wearing a thick protective belt
MAYAN ATHLETE, 700-900 A.D. Ceramic figure of a Mayan ball player wearing a thick protective belt, gauntlets and leggings. From Jaina, Campeche, Mexico, 700-900 A.D. Height: 12.8 cm

THE VIRGIN OF GUADALUPE from the Atotonilco Sanctuary, used by Miguel Hidalgo in his call to revolt

MEXICO CITY: ZOCALO, c1930. Plaza de la Constitucion, Mexico City. Photograph, c1930

MAYAN PYRAMID, c450 A. D. Mayan pyramid with feathered serpents, from Xochicalco, Mexico, c450 A. D
MAYAN PYRAMID, c450 A.D. Mayan pyramid with feathered serpents, from Xochicalco, Mexico, c450 A.D

MEXICO: MONTE ALBAN. Monte Alban in Oaxaca. Zapotec city of Monte Alban in Oaxaca, Mexico

MAYAN GLYPH. A worshipper kneeling before a double-headed serpent deity: Lintel 25, House G, Yaxchilan, Chiapas, Mexico, c681 A.D

RIVERA: LEAVING THE MINE. Mural by Diego Rivera at the Court of Labor at the Ministry of Education in Mexico City, 1924-28

MEXICO: POLITICAL CARTOON. Defect of Construction. Man with glasses: What do you see? Mexican political cartoon, early 20th century

MEXICO: QUETZALCOATL. God and legendary ruler of the Toltecs in Mexico. From a copy of the Mixtec Codex Borbonicus, c1500 A.D

ANASAZI BOWL. Two-faced clay bowl of the Anasazi culture from Casas Grandes, southern Arizona, 900-1400 A. D
ANASAZI BOWL. Two-faced clay bowl of the Anasazi culture from Casas Grandes, southern Arizona, 900-1400 A.D

CORTES & MONTEZUMA, 1519. Dona Marina (center) interpreting during the meeting of Montezume II (right)
CORTES & MONTEZUMA, 1519. Do├▒a Marina (center) interpreting during the meeting of Montezume II (right) and Hern├ín Cort©s at Tenochtitlan, November 1519

MEXICO: IXMIQUILPAN FRESCO. Fresco painting depicting a fanciful battle scene between Aztec warriors, combining European realism with a native Mexican syle of color and abstract design

MONTEZUMA II: SHIELD. Shield decorated with feathers which belonged to the Aztec emperor, Montezuma II (c1480-1520)

MEXICO: TOTONAC FIGURES. Ceramic figure of a woman washing a mans hair. Both show evidence of head elongation. From the Totonac culture of east-central Mexico, c200 B.C

MEXICO: TEOTIHUACAN. Ceramic vase in the shape of a turkey, from Teotihuacan, Mexico, 3rd-6th century A. D
MEXICO: TEOTIHUACAN. Ceramic vase in the shape of a turkey, from Teotihuacan, Mexico, 3rd-6th century A.D

ALFRED PERCIVAL MAUDSLAY (1850-1931). English diplomat, explorer and archaeologist. Working at the Mayan ruins at Chichen Itza, Mexico, 1889

MEXICO: CHILDREN, c1850. Girl with a guitar and another with a flower bouquet, in typical mid-19th century Mexican fashion. Oil on canvas by an unknown artist, c1850

BUSTOS: WORSHIP, 1879. Offering of Atilana Garcia and Nemensio Rico. A family giving thanks to the Virgin Mary
BUSTOS: WORSHIP, 1879. Offering of Atilana García and Nemensio Rico. A family giving thanks to the Virgin Mary. Oil on tin by Hermenegildo Bustos, 1879

MAYAN VASE, 700-900 A. D. Painted ceramic Mayan vase depicting a warrior or priest, from Jaina, Campeche, Mexico
MAYAN VASE, 700-900 A.D. Painted ceramic Mayan vase depicting a warrior or priest, from Jaina, Campeche, Mexico, 700-900 A.D. Height: 16.5 cm

MEXICO: POLITICAL CARTOON. I don t know what I have in my eyes! Mexican political cartoon, early 20th century, about U.S. involvement in Mexico around the time of the Mexican Revolution

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"Mesoamerican Marvels: Exploring Diego Rivera's Captivating Murals and Mexico's Rich History" Step into the world of Mesoamerica through the mesmerizing murals of renowned artist Diego Rivera. One such masterpiece, "Detroit, " captures the essence of the booming automobile industry in 1930s America. With intricate details, Rivera showcases the power and innovation that defined this era. In another mural titled "Day of the Dead, " located at Mexico City's Ministry of Public Education, Rivera delves into a beloved Mexican tradition. The vibrant feast celebrates life and honors ancestors with colorful altars adorned with marigolds and sugar skulls. Through his artistry, Rivera immortalizes this cultural celebration. Rivera also pays homage to pre-Columbian civilizations like the Zapotec in his mural at Mexico City's Ministry of Public Education. This captivating piece from 1925 depicts their rich history and achievements, showcasing their advanced society long before European colonization. The Detroit Institute of Arts houses yet another stunning work by Rivera - a detailed section from his automotive industry mural. Here, he skillfully portrays workers laboring amidst towering machinery, symbolizing both progress and human struggle during an industrial revolution. Travel back even further in time to Tenochtitlan (Mexico City) during Spanish conquest through a vividly colored woodcut from 1556. This artwork provides a glimpse into the grandeur that once graced these ancient streets before foreign influence reshaped its landscape forever. Juan O Gorman's mural depicting Miguel Hidalgo's call for revolution on September 16th, 1810 is another powerful representation of Mexican history. It captures the spirit and bravery that fueled Mexico's fight for independence against colonial rule. Returning to Diego Rivera’s "Detroit" mural at The Detroit Institute of Arts reveals its central scene - an awe-inspiring depiction highlighting every aspect of American automobile production during that era. From assembly lines to bustling factories, Rivera showcases the magnitude of this industry's impact.