La Calavera del Drenaje
Artist
Jose Guadalupe Posada
(Mexican, 1852 - 1913)
Date1890 - 1913
MediumType metal engraving
DimensionsSheet: 15 1/2 × 11 3/8 in. (39.4 × 28.9 cm)
Credit LineAnonymous Gift
CultureMexican
Object numberPC2019.13.01
ClassificationsPrint Collection
DescriptionBroadside depicting eight skulls, each accompanied by short verses narrating the lives, occupations, and follies of the working class. A larger skull and crossbones figures prominently and a columnar border on either side of skeletons and decorative elements.This record has been reviewed by University Galleries staff but may be incomplete or contain errors. Our records are frequently revised and enhanced. For any inquiries about the information listed, please email galleries@sandiego.edu.
2013
1890 - 1913
2012
2002-2003