Artwork description:

Witness a universe where love transcends time in “Shelter,” a profound linocut engraving by acclaimed Mexican artist E. Robledo. This 2023 piece, limited to 200 prints, portrays two skeletons tenderly embracing atop a distant planet, enveloped by the majesty of the cosmos. With galaxies, constellations, and planets swirling in the background, “Shelter” captures the essence of connection in an infinite universe.

This year, E. Robledo’s work has been celebrated on an extraordinary scale, as Mexico City’s downtown Día de los Muertos festival pays homage to his visionary art, cementing his status as a central figure in Mexican culture. His work has become essential in modern Mexican art, with “Shelter” embodying his talent for blending cosmic and cultural themes into deeply emotional narratives.

In his signature style, Robledo merges traditional Mexican iconography with the ethereal, creating a scene both intimate and vast. The modest size of this print enhances its personal quality, allowing viewers to glimpse the comfort and resilience love provides, even in the vast expanse of the universe. As a must-have in any collection, “Shelter” is a testament to the enduring legacy Robledo brings to Mexican art.

Technique: Linocut engraving
Size: 5 1/2” x 7 1/2” // 14 x 19 cm
Edition: Limited to 200 prints


Tags: Mexican art, contemporary art, linocut engraving, limited edition prints, Mexican culture, Día de los Muertos, Mexican iconography, cosmic art, E. Robledo, skeleton symbolism, emotional connection, constellations, planets, celestial background, Mexico City art scene, cultural heritage, essential Mexican art, must-have art

Materials used:

foamed PVC and cotton paper

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