Mexican Artists
MoMA's permanent collection includes 171 artists of Mexican nationality, represented by 1702 catalogued works. This hub aggregates biographical, medium, and era data across all verified records.
Artists at a Glance
Most-represented artists in MoMA
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251
José Guadalupe Posada
(1852–1913) -
159
Leopoldo Méndez
(1902–1969) -
94
Diego Rivera
(1886–1957) -
79
José Luis Cuevas
(1934–2017) -
76
Rufino Tamayo
(1899–1991) -
66
Alfredo Zalce
(1908–2003) -
60
Miguel Covarrubias
(1904–1957) -
60
Manuel Álvarez Bravo
(1902–2002) -
55
José Antonio Attolini Lack
(1931–2012) -
50
Gabriel Orozco
(b. 1962)
Birth-cohort distribution
3 artists born 1850–1874; 16 artists born 1875–1899; 48 artists born 1900–1924; 33 artists born 1925–1949; 33 artists born 1950–1974; 19 artists born 1975–1999; 3 artists born 2000–2024.
Medium & Technique Profile
Top media across Mexican holdings
| Medium | Works |
|---|---|
| Lithography | 330 |
| Drawing | 274 |
| Photography | 189 |
| Etching | 184 |
| Engraving | 157 |
Regional & Diaspora Context
Broader region
Mexican artists are part of the broader Central America tradition; related hubs group additional nationalities under this region.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many Mexican artists are in MoMA?
MoMA's Artists index catalogues 171 artists of Mexican nationality.
How many artworks by Mexican artists does MoMA hold?
MoMA's permanent collection contains 1702 works attributed to Mexican artists.
What medium dominates Mexican art at MoMA?
Lithography is the most-represented medium across Mexican holdings at MoMA.