Tamayo and Covarrubias: pride of MexicoAdded on 01/18/2006 to Articles Directory / Destinations / Mexico / Morelos
Rufino Tamayo, a Zapotec Indian and one of the most world-renowned Mexican artists, was politically neutral and opposing the muralists' commitment to a public art. Tamayo expressed what he believed was the traditional Mexico, and his sophisticated compositions were indebted to Cubism. Miguel Covarrubias, one of the central figures in the Mexican Renaissance, was interested in Mexican art that bore no trace of European influence, and sought to produce the art grounded on authentically Mexican traditions. Tamayo and Covarrubias were able to incorporate indigenous Mexican artistic traditions in their own works.
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Delightful vistas of CuernavacaAdded on 01/17/2006 to Articles Directory / Destinations / Mexico / Morelos
Cuernavaca is known as 'the City of Eternal Spring' due to its excellent climate. Cuernavaca has also been established as a centre of Mexican culture and history. Museums in Cuernavaca exhibit fine collections of art from all over the world and major works by great Mexican artists. Palace of Cortes located in old Cuernavaca is the most ancient civil building in the Americas, now operating as a museum that showcases the country's history, culture and tradition. Cuernavaca attracts people seeking a sunny place, where they can find cultural stimulation.
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