FRANCISCO DÍAZ DE LEÓN: CREADOR Y MAESTRO

Aguascalientes, Méx: Instituto Cultural de Aguascalientes, 1998. frontis, b/w and color plates (some facs.), ports., bibliographical references, fldg. pict. wrps. MAJOR WORK ON WORK AND LIFE of one of the most influential modern artists (b. Mexico, 1897-1975) in 20th century Mexico. One of the leaders in the break from academic art, he co-founded the Open Air Schools (Escuelas de Pintura de Aire Libre), Circulo de Artistas Independientes, 30-30!, Sindicato de Pintores, Escultores y Grabadores Revolucionarios de México. He was active in LEAR, the TGP. His most noted personal work was in graphics/prints and book illustrations. Extensive texts, well illustrated. ESSENTIAL REFERENCE FOR 20TH CENTURY MEXICAN ART. Hardback edition (limited number) $100.00.