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José Guadalupe Posada
Mexican political lithographer (–)
In this Spanish name, the first or paternal surname is Posada and the second or maternal family name is Aguilar.
José Guadalupe Posada | |
|---|---|
| Born | ()2 February Aguascalientes City, Mexico |
| Died | 20 January () (aged&#;60) |
| Occupation | Lithographer |
| Known&#;for | Calaveras |
| Spouse | María de Jesús Vela &#; (m.&#;)&#; |
José Guadalupe Posada Aguilar (2 February – 20 January ) was a Mexican political printmaker who used relief printing to produce popular illustrations. His work has influenced numerous Latin American artists and cartoonists because of its satirical acuteness and social engagement. He used skulls, calaveras, and bones to show political and cultural critiques. Among his most enduring works is La Calavera Catrina.
Early life and education
Posada was born in Aguascalientes on 2 February [1][2] His father was Germán Posada Serna and hi Jose guadalupe posada en espanol!