José Guadalupe Posada
José Guadalupe Posada | |
|---|---|
| Born | 2 February 1852 Aguascalientes City, Mexico |
| Died | 20 January 1913 (aged 60) |
| Occupation | Lithographer |
| Known for | Calaveras |
| Spouse |
María de Jesús Vela (m. 1875) |
José Guadalupe Posada Aguilar (2 February 1852 – 20 January 1913) was a Mexican political printmaker who used relief printing to produce popular illustrations. His work has influenced numerous Latin American artists and cartoonists because of its satirical acuteness and social engagement. He used skulls, calaveras, and bones to show political and cultural critiques. Among his most enduring works is La Calavera Catrina.