Vida Americana: Mexican Muralists Remake American Art, 1925-1945

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The book explores the significant cultural exchange between the United States and Mexico during the early 20th century, highlighting how Mexican muralists like Orozco, Rivera, and Siqueiros influenced American artists amid the Great Depression. By traveling to the U.S. to collaborate and teach fresco techniques, these artists shaped the work of over 70 American creators, including Pollock and Noguchi. It offers a fresh perspective on art history, emphasizing the profound impact of Mexican murals on American art's style, subject matter, and ideology from 1925 to 1945.