450 años de lucha

The portfolio "450 Years of Struggle: Homage to the Mexican People" consists of 146 offset lithographic reproductions of linocuts, published by the Taller de Gráfica Popular. This collection depicts major events in the history of Mexico, from Spanish contact with the indigenous peoples to political events of the early 20th Century. Images dealing with Spanish Missionization of the indigenous population, the Mexican War of Independence, the Mexican American War, and the Mexican Revolution are included. The relationship between the United States and Mexico is also a major theme addressed in a number of images. Most works are identified by artist, date, and a title. Some of the artists represented in this collection are Javier Iñiguez, Pablo O'Higgins, Elena Huerta, Celia Calderón, and Angél Bracho.