How Do You Appreciate Mexican Arts And Crafts?
Mexican art can be divided into several historical periods. First comes the Pre-Columbian or Prehispanic era, from the beginning of indigenous civilizations, and the fall of Mexico Tenochtitlan in 1521. Then came the colonial era, when viceroys were appointed from Spain to govern the country. In the late 18th century, neoclassical and romantic styles were prominent, and the Academy of Fine Arts was established. By 1821, the early modern era arrived, lasting until the Mexican Revolution and civil wars of 1910 to 1921. Thereafter, we speak of modern art, muralist art and avant-garde of the 1920s and 30s. Learn about monumental art in Mexico. For over 3,500 years, Mexico has produced monumental art of the highest quality. The Olmec were an ancient Mexican civilization, and their art is monumental, with huge stone heads among the earliest products. Veracruz contains many great examples of Olmec architecture. The Pyramid of the Niches at El Tajin employs niches that decrease in size on each
