José Guadalupe Posada Prints

This collection of José Guadalupe Posada prints presents depictions of Mexican life and satirical critiques of Mexican politics and culture throughout the latter half of the 19th century through the beginning of the Mexican Revolution. Posada's work influenced numerous Latin American artists and cartoonists because of its satirical acuteness and social engagement skulls, using calaveras, and bones to convey political and cultural critiques. This collection includes broadsides, chapbooks, and songsters chiefly published by Antonio Vanegas Arroyo.