Fine Art
José Guadalupe Posada

José Guadalupe Posada

Mexican, 1852–1913

José Guadalupe Posada (1852–1913) foi um gravurista político mexicano conhecido por suas gravuras em relevo e ilustrações satíricas. Nascido em Aguascalientes, aprendeu a ler, escrever e desenhar com seu irmão antes de estudar na Academia Municipal de Desenho e fazer um estágio em litografia e gravura. Ele começou sua carreira como cartunista político e mais tarde trabalhou em litografia comercial, ensinando e produzindo impressões para jornais. Posada se tornou amplamente reconhecido por seu uso de caveiras e esqueletos para criticar a sociedade e a política, com obras como La Calavera Catrina influenciando muitos artistas latino-americanos.

249 obras de arte

A grinning skull in a feathered hat, surrounded by flowers, embodies a playful yet unsettling dance between life and death.

A Calavera Catrina

José Guadalupe Posada

A rich man dismisses three poor figures, emphasizing the divide between wealth and poverty.

O homem rico afastando o pobre

José Guadalupe Posada

A child tipping a table, causing chaos as the mother lunges forward in alarm, with contents flying and skirts swirling.

Uma Criança Virando uma Mesa

José Guadalupe Posada

A solemn procession of cloaked figures, including children holding staffs with starbursts, framed by a doorway.

Uma Procissão Sagrada

José Guadalupe Posada

A man stands before three monuments in a small cemetery, flanked by kneeling figures and a central tomb with a veiled statue.

Um Homem Diante de Três Monumentos

José Guadalupe Posada

A soldier stands facing a firing squad, tension in the air, with smoke and rigid columns in the background.

Um Confronto de Soldados

José Guadalupe Posada

A smiling toy vendor stands among eager children, showcasing a cascade of animated dolls from a pole.

Um vendedor de brinquedos

José Guadalupe Posada

A mother carrying a child on her back, depicted in stark black lines against pale paper.

Mulher carregando uma criança nas costas

José Guadalupe Posada

Firefighters using a new engine to extinguish a fire, with a crowd watching in the background.

Bombeiros com um novo motor

José Guadalupe Posada

A saintly figure surrounded by angels and skeletons, with roses at their feet.

Um Santo com Anjos e Esqueletos

José Guadalupe Posada

A town square scene featuring horse-drawn trams and figures amidst imposing architecture.

Uma Cena na Praça da Cidade

José Guadalupe Posada

A couple dances elegantly, surrounded by musicians in formal attire, creating a festive atmosphere.

A Típica

José Guadalupe Posada

A crowd of men gathered beneath a corrugated roof, engaged in conversation and contemplation.

Homens que Frequentam os Bares

José Guadalupe Posada

A print of the Virgin Mary surrounded by cherubs, adorned in intricate floral patterns.

Nossa Senhora de San Juan de los Lagos

José Guadalupe Posada

A profile of a man with a neatly trimmed beard and a crisp collar, rendered in sharp lines and bold black against a pale background.

Perfil de um Homem

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A lively scene of skeletal figures engaged in commerce, with one skeleton acting as a barker amidst a bustling marketplace.

Esqueletos vendendo suas mercadorias

José Guadalupe Posada

Four men lean in to examine a tattoo of the crucifixion on another man's bare back.

A crucificação nas costas de um homem

José Guadalupe Posada

A lively scene of dancers in a ballroom, captured in bold black-and-white with exaggerated expressions and dynamic poses.

A Dança dos Quarenta e Um

José Guadalupe Posada

Four men stand at the edge of a shallow grave, gazing down at two entwined skeletons.

A descoberta de dois corpos

José Guadalupe Posada

A crowned king and queen flank a calm young woman amid chaotic serpents and winged creatures in a stark black and white scene.

O Clarinete Encantado

José Guadalupe Posada

A stark figure of Christ with arms outstretched beneath an ornate arch, surrounded by floral urns and angels.

O senhor de Chalma

José Guadalupe Posada

A woman stands with one hand on her waist, wearing a patterned shawl, with a clay pipe and flowers on her dress.

A fofoca do bairro

José Guadalupe Posada

A bearded old man with a pickaxe and a cherubic child with a brick engage in a silent exchange, symbolizing destruction and creation.

O Ano Novo 1896

José Guadalupe Posada

A poised woman stands by a table, while a skeleton crouches beneath it, creating a striking contrast between elegance and mortality.

A mulher e o esqueleto escondido

José Guadalupe Posada

A grieving skeleton in a shroud leans against a tomb, surrounded by fellow skeletons in a cemetery.

Esqueleto Chorando no Cemitério

José Guadalupe Posada

A bold central figure in a voluminous dress leads three women in chef's hats, surrounded by dancing utensils in a lively kitchen scene.

Mulheres na cozinha

José Guadalupe Posada

Two skeletons interact, one kneeling with a hat and the other upright in a skirt, creating a playful scene.

Esqueleto ajoelhado diante de uma dama

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A figure leans over a railing, clutching a limp body suspended below, capturing a moment of desperation.

Suicídio por Enforcamento

José Guadalupe Posada

A Gypsy Woman stands upright with one hand on her hip and the other in her shawl, gazing directly at the viewer.

Uma mulher cigana

José Guadalupe Posada

A woman stands confidently with her arms folded and a rifle at her side, wearing a wide-brimmed hat.

Uma soldadera

José Guadalupe Posada

A determined soldier with arms raised high, gripping a rifle, depicted in bold lines against a pale background.

Um Soldado Federal

José Guadalupe Posada

A woman standing upright, enveloped in a heavy shawl, with closed eyes and an unreadable expression.

Uma Mulher Envolta em um Xale

José Guadalupe Posada

A lively scene of skeletons dancing joyfully, some in traditional attire, celebrating life and death.

A Grande Dança dos Esqueletos

José Guadalupe Posada

A chaotic scene of skeletal cyclists racing, with exaggerated gestures and a monochrome palette.

Calavera dos ciclistas

José Guadalupe Posada

A vibrant print featuring skeletons in various costumes, humorously depicting love and fate.

Esqueleto de Cupido

José Guadalupe Posada

A skeletal figure in flamboyant attire leaps joyfully, surrounded by tombstones in a festive cemetery scene.

O Esqueleto de Dom Juan Tenório

José Guadalupe Posada

A vibrant scene of skeletons in hats leading a parade, surrounded by smaller skeletons celebrating and dancing.

Os valentes esqueletos guatemaltecos

José Guadalupe Posada

A skeleton in a wide-brimmed hat and mustache holds a scarf and a bottle, embodying a playful yet critical representation of death.

Calavera Maderista

José Guadalupe Posada

Skeletons engaged in various artisan tasks in a lively workshop setting.

Calavera dos artesãos

José Guadalupe Posada

A bull tosses a gentleman into the air, capturing a moment of chaos and humor.

Don Chepito

José Guadalupe Posada

A figure with a stern expression wearing a large sombrero, showcasing traditional Mexican attire.

Emiliano Zapata

José Guadalupe Posada

A skeleton in a shroud drags a man by the throat while a crowd recoils in horror beneath a crescent moon.

O Fantasma de Dom Juan Manuel

José Guadalupe Posada

A derailed electric tram with a crowd of alarmed onlookers, showcasing their urgent gestures and expressions.

Desastre do Bonde Elétrico

José Guadalupe Posada

A commanding figure in a sombrero, holding a cane, with bold lines and a stylized background.

Amador Salazar

José Guadalupe Posada

A skeleton in a charro's hat brandishes a machete, surrounded by a lively crowd of skeletons and skulls.

Calavera Oaxaqueña

José Guadalupe Posada

A lively scene of skeletons in a dispute, one carrying a water jug, surrounded by elegantly dressed calaveras.

Calavera do Porteiro de Água

José Guadalupe Posada

A lively market scene with a corn vendor and animated customers exchanging goods.

O Vendedor de Milho

José Guadalupe Posada

A chaotic street fight scene with four standing men and one man on the ground, expressing shock or surrender.

Uma Luta de Rua

José Guadalupe Posada

A cheerful skeleton in an apron serves tortillas from a basket, with another skeleton waiting nearby.

Esqueleto Vendendo Tortilhas

José Guadalupe Posada

A crowd surging forward with a central figure, arms outstretched, under a night sky with a rising or setting moon.

O Grito pela Independência

José Guadalupe Posada

A skeleton in a cocked hat holds an hourglass and staff, with an oversized bell above, surrounded by vignettes and verses.

Calavera dos Sinos Modernos

José Guadalupe Posada

A crowned figure on a barrel raises a cup, surrounded by revelers in various states of drunkenness.

Baco e os Bêbados

José Guadalupe Posada

A vibrant print featuring a parade of skulls and skeletal figures alongside a prison, set against a turquoise background.

Calavera da Penitenciária

José Guadalupe Posada

A group of Zapatista riders on horseback, seen from behind, moving through the countryside.

Zapatistas a Cavalo

José Guadalupe Posada

A dramatic scene depicting a man threatened with a blade while others react in shock.

O Roubo na La Profesa

José Guadalupe Posada

A lively scene of skeletons dancing and drinking, engaging in various festive activities.

Esqueletos Dançando e Bebendo

José Guadalupe Posada

A skeleton playfully startling a young newsboy, causing his hat to fly off and newspapers to scatter.

Esqueleto Assustando um Gritador

José Guadalupe Posada

A lively print depicting charro protagonists engaged in a game of dice, surrounded by vignettes of mischief and fortune.

Os contrabandistas cowboys, um jogo de dados

José Guadalupe Posada

A woman’s head emerges from the coils of a serpent, contrasting with the chaos around her.

A Mulher Cobra

José Guadalupe Posada

A dapper man stands confidently at the center, surrounded by a crowd of curious women.

O noivo de mil mulheres

José Guadalupe Posada

A central figure with a raised rifle amidst a chaotic battle scene with fallen bodies and advancing soldiers.

O cinco de maio

José Guadalupe Posada

A man in a wide-brimmed hat stands amidst chaos, surrounded by figures in a dynamic and urgent scene.

A Sensacional Trama de Jesús Negrete, o Tigre de Santa Julia

José Guadalupe Posada

A clown with a conspiratorial expression, finger to lips, against a surreal elephant backdrop.

O palhaço mexicano

José Guadalupe Posada

A woman rides side-saddle on a deer, surrounded by fleeing demons and graveyard crosses.

A mulher sobre o cervo e os demônios

José Guadalupe Posada

A whimsical frog standing upright, confidently cradling a guitar, with exaggerated features suggesting a performer lost in its act.

A Rã Frívola

José Guadalupe Posada

A frail Pope Leo XIII seated at a table, flanked by cherubic figures holding banners.

A Morte do Papa Leão XIII

José Guadalupe Posada

A lively print featuring Snow White reclining at the center, surrounded by seven dwarfs with exaggerated features.

Branca de Neve e os sete anões

José Guadalupe Posada

A bull charges towards a mounted picador in a dramatic bullfighting scene.

O picador

José Guadalupe Posada

A large grinning skull dominates the artwork, surrounded by smaller playful skeletons in lively poses.

O Horrífico Esqueleto do Dilúvio de Guanajuato

José Guadalupe Posada

A vibrant sheet filled with playful skeletal figures and humorous verses celebrating death.

O Panteão dos Esqueletos

José Guadalupe Posada

A large rooster with a proud stance and open beak, detailed feathers, and a small building beneath its feet.

Um Galo

José Guadalupe Posada

A chaotic scene with a crowd fleeing from oversized mosquitoes, depicted with exaggerated expressions and flailing limbs.

O Mosquito Americano

José Guadalupe Posada

A cheerful skeleton in a large hat, holding a striped shawl and a bottle, embodying a playful celebration of life and death.

Esqueleto com um grande chapéu pontudo

José Guadalupe Posada

A grotesque kitchen scene depicting a young man poisoning his parents, surrounded by grinning demons.

O Infame Filho que Envenenou Seus Pais

José Guadalupe Posada

A monstrous devil's head with bulging eyes and an agape mouth, surrounded by dancing and fighting figures in a chaotic scene.

O Testerazo do Diabo

José Guadalupe Posada

A woman sits upright on a tiger, while another figure observes in astonishment.

A mulher montando um tigre

José Guadalupe Posada

A police chief lies fallen in black and white, surrounded by armed men advancing amidst swirling smoke.

O Assassinato do Chefe de Polícia Miguel Cabrera

José Guadalupe Posada

A dramatic black and white print depicting a violent moment where a blade is pressed to a throat.

Francisco Guerrero, o Cortador de Gargantas

José Guadalupe Posada

A skeleton raises a glass behind a bar while another skeleton paints at an easel.

O Esqueleto Pintor e o Bebedor

José Guadalupe Posada

A lively scene of skeletons engaged in various activities, celebrating life and death with humor.

O Valente Cinematógrafo Esqueleto

José Guadalupe Posada

A skeletal figure strides with a smaller skeleton clinging to its back, both depicted in bold black lines.

Esqueleto colhendo com uma criança

José Guadalupe Posada

A lifeless figure lies on the ground, while another woman grieves at the feet of a priest, surrounded by officers.

O duplo assassinato na Ponte dos Gansos

José Guadalupe Posada

A parade of skeletons, including elegantly dressed figures, exchanging laughter and conversation in a satirical display.

Calavera do Chin-Chun-Chan

José Guadalupe Posada

A lively scene depicting musicians and elegantly dressed women beneath a theater's proscenium.

O terremoto de 1908

José Guadalupe Posada

A central figure in a sombrero raises a rifle amid chaos, with bodies and a tilting train car in a swirl of smoke.

Assalto de zapatistas

José Guadalupe Posada

A skeleton in a hat leans over stacks of cheese, grinning cheerfully with bony hands poised above the wares.

Esqueleto vendendo queijo

José Guadalupe Posada

A chaotic battle scene with kneeling soldiers and charging figures, depicted in bold black lines.

Batalha Entre Federais e Zapatistas

José Guadalupe Posada

Two boxers in mid-fight with an animated crowd reacting around them.

Don Chepito no Combate de Boxe

José Guadalupe Posada

A coyote crouches in a geometric battlefield, surrounded by hens and rural vignettes, reflecting a contest of wits between predator and prey.

Jogo do Coiote

José Guadalupe Posada

A kneeling figure at a grand tomb with a saint's statue above, surrounded by trees and crosses.

Santa Teresa

José Guadalupe Posada