The Museum of Modern Art, NYC just recently opened an exhibit of work by renowned artist, muralist Diego Rivera, 1886-1957. He was not just Frida Kahlo’s husband, but is also considered by many to be one of the best Mexican artist of the 20th century.
In December 1931, the painter came to New York and set up shop to specifically produce murals for MoMA. ”… Rivera produced five “portable murals”—large blocks of frescoed plaster, slaked lime, and wood that feature bold images drawn from Mexican subject matter and address themes of revolution and class inequity.”
“Along with mural panels, the show will include full-scale drawings, smaller working drawings, archival materials related to the commission and production of these works, and designs for Rivera’s famous Rockefeller Center mural, which he also produced while he was working at the Museum.”
Diego Rivera: Murals for the Museum of Modern Art * Until May 14, 2012
Museum of Modern Art/ MoMA, NYC