Wed, Jan 27
7:00 pm to 9:00 pm

Charreria: The Artisanship of the Mexican Equestrian Culture

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Network:
Global
Date:
Wednesday, January 27, 2010
Time:
7:00pm – 9:00pm
Location:
Museo Alameda

Description

Explore the rich traditions of the Mexican rodeo at the Museo Alameda with the new exhibition “Arte en la Charreria: The Artisanship of the Mexican Equestrian Culture.” On display from January 27th through May 2nd the exhibition brings to life the history of horse riding and roping with vivid watercolors, and beautifully crafted costumes, saddles, and spurs. This bilingual exhibition is designed to coincide with Mexico’s 200th anniversary of independence and 100th anniversary of the Mexican Revolution.

Arte en la Charrería: The Artisanship of Mexican Equestrian Culture contains more than 300 examples of craftsmanship and design distinctive to the Mexican Cowboy. Timed to coincide with the bicentennial of Mexico’s independence from Spain and the 100th anniversary of the Mexican Revolution, the exhibition features leather work, costumes, textiles, silver and iron work, as well as works on paper which illustrate the life of the charro. More than simple vestiges of a nation’s folk tradition, these objects are reminders of a rich heritage that continues to this day. The collection belonging to Marisú González Germán has been curated by noted Mexican scholar Santiago Espinosa de los Monteros.

Arte en la Charrería: The Artisanship of Mexican Equestrian Culture was organized by International Arts & Artists, Washington, DC in collaboration with Luis González, Marisú González and Gabriel Cabello.