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Mexico Inspiration Journal_001

Item

A vibrant collage featuring multiple figures and symbolic elements, with the title "México" at the top and "Inspiración española" at the bottom.
Title
Mexico Inspiration Journal_001
Alternative Title
Mexico Inspiration Journal
Creator
Karen Blessen
Date
2017
Description
The image is a collage-style artwork with a central theme of Mexican culture and symbolism. It includes multiple figures, some of whom are depicted with skeletal features, suggesting a connection to the Day of the Dead. The figures are adorned in traditional Mexican attire, with bright colors and intricate patterns. The background features a cityscape with buildings and a clear sky. Various symbolic elements are present, such as a deer, a child, and a woman holding a basket. The overall composition is rich with cultural and artistic details, evoking a sense of Mexican heritage and artistic expression.
Identifier
017_2017_February 2017_Mexico Inspiration
Dates Completed
February, 2017 - February, 2017
Keywords
Cocooning; San Miguel de Allende; Mexico; 29 Pieces; Funding crisis; Photography; Beauty; Color; Doorways; Reckoning; High altitude; Breathlessness; Chronic pain; Expatriates; Demographics; Varanasi; Mortality; Health crisis; Butterfly Reserve; Pulmonary embolism; Hospitals; Epiphany; Limitations; Possibility; Self discernment; Calling; Belief; Habits; Divine guidance; Joy; Wounding; Prayer; Lightness; Friendship; Difficulty; Diminished strength; Defeat; Renewal; Disappointment; Admiration
Transcription
- México
- ¡Viva Frida!
- 037 Las Fridas
- © César Vulcano
- 3 gusano de luz
- Impreso en México
- Printed in Mexico
- 2017
Rights
To inquire about usage, please contact Archives & Special Collections, University of Nebraska-Lincoln Libraries. These images are for educational use only. Not all images are available for publication.
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