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Untitled, by José Guadalupe Posada, ink, 1911

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Overview

Untitled is a 1911 ink by José Guadalupe Posada, depicting Sheet Music, held at Museum of Modern Art.

Who painted this?
José Guadalupe Posada
When & what style?
1911
Where can I see it?
Museum of Modern Art

About this work

This painting is a broadside with relief engraving and letterpress, created in 1911. It shows a detailed scene with text. The artist used a lot of detail in the engraving, which was a common technique at the time, often used to illustrate books and newspapers. The engraving technique allowed for mass production, making it accessible to a wide audience. This was important for the artist's work, as it helped spread his messages and ideas. You can learn more about this technique by looking up the technique of engraving.

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