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José Clemente Orozco
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Fan account of José Clemente Orozco, a Mexican caricaturist and painter, known for his political murals that established Mexican muralism.
1883-1949
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Figures https://www.brooklynmuseum.org/opencollection/objects/55382
"Figures" by José Clemente Orozco is a dynamic black and white illustration depicting abstracted human forms in various expressive poses. The use of strong contrast and flowing lines reflects Orozco's ability to convey movement and emotion, characteristic of his contributions to the Mexican muralism movement.
December 6, 2025 at 1:42 PM
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Panel 4. Aztec Warriors - The Epic of American Civilization https://www.wikiart.org/en/jose-clemente-orozco/panel-4-aztec-warriors-the-epic-of-american-civilization-1934
"Panel 4. Aztec Warriors" from José Clemente Orozco's collection "The Epic of American Civilization" depicts robust and stoic figures adorned in traditional Aztec attire, emphasizing themes of power and heritage. Orozco's bold use of color and dynamic composition captures the essence of pre-Columbian civilization while evoking a sense of monumental history and resistance.
December 6, 2025 at 10:46 AM
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Prometheus https://www.wikiart.org/en/jose-clemente-orozco/prometheus-1930
José Clemente Orozco's "Prometheus" mural, created in 1930, depicts the mythological figure in a dramatic pose as he brings fire to humanity, symbolizing enlightenment and defiance against divine power. Characterized by a dynamic composition and bold use of color, the artwork reflects Orozco's critical engagement with themes of revolution and human struggle.
December 5, 2025 at 5:35 PM
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The Hanged Men from The American Scene, no. 1 http://www.moma.org/collection/works/72587
Gift of Abby Aldrich Rockefeller
December 5, 2025 at 2:53 PM
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Catharsis https://www.wikiart.org/en/jose-clemente-orozco/catharsis-1934
"José Clemente Orozco's "Catharsis" vividly depicts the chaos and turmoil of modern civilization, blending images of machinery and human despair in a tumultuous and fiery composition. As part of his exploration of socio-political themes, Orozco uses bold colors and dynamic figures to critique industrialization and its impact on humanity."
December 5, 2025 at 9:34 AM
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Panel 11. Machine Totems - The Epic of American Civilization https://www.wikiart.org/en/jose-clemente-orozco/panel-11-machine-totems-the-epic-of-american-civilization-1934
This panel from José Clemente Orozco's "The Epic of American Civilization" series, titled "Machine Totems," showcases a powerful commentary on industrialization through abstract mechanical forms emerging against a fiery backdrop. Orozco's work often explores themes of technological progress and its impact on society, reflecting both admiration and skepticism.
December 4, 2025 at 6:34 PM
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Panel 15. Anglo America - The Epic of American Civilization https://www.wikiart.org/en/jose-clemente-orozco/panel-15-anglo-america-the-epic-of-american-civilization-1934
"Panel 15. Anglo America" from José Clemente Orozco's "The Epic of American Civilization" depicts a stark portrayal of industrial-age society, emphasizing education and unity among generations. The mural highlights the influence of European settlers and the clash between technology and nature in shaping modern America.
December 4, 2025 at 1:46 PM
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Barricade http://www.moma.org/collection/works/79790
Given anonymously
December 4, 2025 at 8:32 AM
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The Subway https://www.wikiart.org/en/jose-clemente-orozco/the-subway-1928
"The Subway" by José Clemente Orozco portrays a dimly lit, somber scene inside a subway car capturing the isolation and introspection of urban life. Orozco uses dark tones and expressive brushwork to convey a sense of solitude and the anonymity experienced within the bustling city environment.
December 3, 2025 at 4:24 PM
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El Brujo (The Sorcerer) https://www.wikiart.org/en/jose-clemente-orozco/el-brujo-the-sorcerer-1946
"El Brujo (The Sorcerer)" by José Clemente Orozco is an evocative piece that explores themes of mysticism and human suffering through its dynamic figures enveloped in fiery hues. Renowned for his impactful murals, Orozco captures a haunting scene that reflects his profound commentary on social and cultural issues.
December 3, 2025 at 1:29 PM
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Call to Revolution and Table of Universal Brotherhood (Table of Universal Brotherhood) https://www.wikiart.org/en/jose-clemente-orozco/call-to-revolution-and-table-of-universal-brotherhood-table-of-universal-brotherhood-1931
"Call to Revolution and Table of Universal Brotherhood" by José Clemente Orozco depicts a diverse gathering of people from different cultures, symbolizing unity and solidarity across humanity. Painted with Orozco's characteristic bold style, the work is a poignant reflection on the ideals of revolution and universal fraternity.
December 3, 2025 at 8:18 AM
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Call to Revolution and Table of Universal Brotherhood (Struggle in the Orient) https://www.wikiart.org/en/jose-clemente-orozco/call-to-revolution-and-table-of-universal-brotherhood-struggle-in-the-orient-1931
"Call to Revolution and Table of Universal Brotherhood (Struggle in the Orient)" by José Clemente Orozco vividly illustrates themes of solidarity and resistance, highlighting diverse figures engaged in revolutionary struggle. Orozco's mural combines dynamic movement and intense emotion, reflecting his powerful social commentary on the quest for universal justice and equality.
December 2, 2025 at 6:57 PM
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Dive Bomber and Tank http://www.moma.org/collection/works/80681
Commissioned through the Abby Aldrich Rockefeller Fund
December 2, 2025 at 3:01 PM
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Rear Guard https://www.brooklynmuseum.org/opencollection/objects/75125
"Rear Guard" by José Clemente Orozco illustrates a somber procession of figures clad in dark robes, capturing the tension and resilience of individuals during times of turmoil. Orozco masterfully uses shadow and movement to convey the emotional gravity and solidarity emblematic of social struggles in his work.
December 2, 2025 at 9:36 AM
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Panel 17. Gods of the Modern World - The Epic of American Civilization https://www.wikiart.org/en/jose-clemente-orozco/gods-of-the-modern-world-the-epic-of-american-civilization-1934
This panel by José Clemente Orozco, part of "The Epic of American Civilization," depicts academic figures as skeletons engaged in the futile birth of more skeletons, symbolizing the sterility of obsolete institutions. The intense colors and dramatic composition highlight the critique of blind reverence to antiquated knowledge in the face of modernity's demands.
December 1, 2025 at 7:28 PM
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Panel 6. Pre Columbian Golden Age - The Epic of American Civilization https://www.wikiart.org/en/jose-clemente-orozco/panel-6-pre-columbian-golden-age-the-epic-of-american-civilization-1934
"Panel 6: Pre Columbian Golden Age" from José Clemente Orozco's series, "The Epic of American Civilization," depicts the dignity and labor of Indigenous civilizations before European colonization. The mural highlights the architectural prowess and agricultural advancements of pre-Columbian societies, symbolizing resilience and cultural richness.
December 1, 2025 at 3:51 PM
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Panel 13. Cortez and the Cross - The Epic of American Civilization https://www.wikiart.org/en/jose-clemente-orozco/panel-13-cortez-and-the-cross-the-epic-of-american-civilization-1934
"Panel 13. Cortez and the Cross - The Epic of American Civilization" by José Clemente Orozco depicts the arrival of Hernán Cortés, symbolizing the conflict and impact of European colonization in the Americas. With a vivid display of destruction and submission, Orozco critiques the profound cultural and human consequences imposed by the conquest.
November 30, 2025 at 6:25 PM
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Strangulation of Mythology, Study https://www.wikiart.org/en/jose-clemente-orozco/strangulation-of-mythology-study-1930
This artwork, "Strangulation of Mythology, Study" by José Clemente Orozco, uses vigorous lines and a dark palette to explore the tension between human figures and mythological elements. Orozco, renowned for his powerful murals, often depicted social and mythological conflicts to comment on the struggles within Mexican society.
November 30, 2025 at 12:29 PM
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Study for Dive Bomber and Tank http://www.moma.org/collection/works/114837
Latin American and Caribbean Fund through gift of Mr. and Mrs. David Rockefeller and of Agnes Gund; and Richard S. Zeisler Bequest (by exchange)
November 30, 2025 at 11:41 AM
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Zapatistas http://www.moma.org/collection/works/79798
Given anonymously
November 29, 2025 at 4:01 PM
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Panel 7. The Departure of Quetzalcoatl - The Epic of American Civilization https://www.wikiart.org/en/jose-clemente-orozco/panel-7-the-departure-of-quetzalcoatl-the-epic-of-american-civilization-1934
"Panel 7. The Departure of Quetzalcoatl" by José Clemente Orozco is a dynamic depiction of the legendary Mesoamerican deity departing amid turmoil, symbolized by dark, swirling forms and anguished figures. The mural, part of "The Epic of American Civilization," contrasts the imposing red pyramid and the departing god's commanding gesture, capturing the tension between civilization and chaos.
November 29, 2025 at 1:18 PM
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Marching Women http://www.moma.org/collection/works/77138
Gift of Abby Aldrich Rockefeller
November 28, 2025 at 7:36 PM
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The Franciscans https://www.wikiart.org/en/jose-clemente-orozco/the-franciscans-1926
"The Franciscans" by José Clemente Orozco portrays a dramatic, emotional scene of a friar tenderly embracing an emaciated figure, symbolizing compassion and human suffering. Created with Orozco’s signature bold lines and earthy tones, the painting reflects the deep social concerns and humanitarian themes prevalent in his work.
November 28, 2025 at 2:16 PM
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Rear Guard https://www.brooklynmuseum.org/opencollection/objects/75125
"Rear Guard" by José Clemente Orozco illustrates a somber procession of figures clad in dark robes, capturing the tension and resilience of individuals during times of turmoil. Orozco masterfully uses shadow and movement to convey the emotional gravity and solidarity emblematic of social struggles in his work.
November 28, 2025 at 10:45 AM
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Cortés and La Malinche https://www.wikiart.org/en/jose-clemente-orozco/cortés-and-la-malinche-1926
The mural "Cortés and La Malinche" by José Clemente Orozco poignantly depicts the complex and fraught relationship between the Spanish conquistador Hernán Cortés and his indigenous translator, La Malinche. Highlighting themes of conquest and cultural collision, Orozco uses bold figures and dynamic composition to reflect the historical tensions and the impact of colonization on Mexico.
November 27, 2025 at 7:27 PM