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Cárdenas and the Expropriation of Oil

1952
(Mexican, 1904–1983)
(Mexican, 1937-)
Mexico, 20th century
linocut
Sheet: 32.7 x 25 cm (12 7/8 x 9 13/16 in.); Image: 26 x 18.8 cm (10 1/4 x 7 3/8 in.)
Gift from funds of various donors to the Department of Prints and Drawings 2000.99
© Artists Rights Society (ARS), New York / SOMAAP, Mexico City
Location: not on view
This artwork is known to be under copyright.

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Pablo O'Higgins began his career assisting the renowned painter Diego Rivera with his mural projects.

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This print was published by the Taller de Gráfica Popular (TGP), an influential printmaking collective founded by Pablo O’Higgins and two colleagues in 1937. Drawing printmakers from around the world to Mexico City, the TGP provided technical expertise and encouraged the graphic arts as a means of social critique. This work commemorates Mexican president Lázaro Cárdenas, who, in 1938, nationalized all foreign oil production in the country in order to improve conditions for workers. Here, the leader looks out at a cheering crowd holding banners that celebrate this act.
Cárdenas and the Expropriation of Oil

Cárdenas and the Expropriation of Oil

1952

Pablo O'Higgins, Taller de Gráfica Popular

(Mexican, 1904–1983), (Mexican, 1937-)
Mexico, 20th century

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