Adolfo Mexiac

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Adolfo Mexiac on 2009

Adolfo Mexiac (August 7, 1927 ? October 13, 2019) was a Mexican graphic artist . He was known for his politically and socially themed work, especially with the Taller de Grafica Popular . He also painted several murals, the most important of which deals with the history of human law at the University of Colima .

In 2011, a “national homage” was held for the artist at the Museo de la Estampa in Mexico City. He was born in Cuto de la Esperanza, Michoacan . [1]

Mexiac died on October 13, 2019 in Mexico City at the age of 92. [2]

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  1. "Reconocen a Adolfo Mexiac como un icono del grabado y la pintura Rechaza el artista michoacano pensar en el retiro" [Recognition for Adolfo Mexiac as an icon of engraving and painting. Michoacan artist rejects idea of retiring]. NOTIMEX (in Spanish). Mexico City. September 22, 2009.
  2. Muere Adolfo Mexiac, el gran artista del grabado, a los 92 anos (in Spanish)