Latin American Modernism

Mexican muralism

c. 1920 - 1960

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With its grand scale, innovative iconography, and socially relevant message, Mexican muralism underscored the ideas of the Mexican revolution.

Surrealism

c. 1925 - 1950

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Latin American Surrealists used alternate realities to present unexpected sides of their cultures and themselves.

Constructivism

c. 1920 - 1970

These artists literally turned art inside out and on its head.

Brazilian modernism

c. 1900 - 1980

Brazilian artists and authors sought to create an indigenous modern art tradition that "consumed" international influences.