Prosa de la Calavera

1981

Miguel Cervantes

Associated Names
Miguel Cervantes

Artist, Mexican, born 1980

This image shows a book cover or title page with a light, plain background. The page features black text that reads "JOSE EMILIO PACHECO" and "Prosa de la Calavera" below it, separated by a thin horizontal line. The layout is centered with the author's name above the title of the work. The text is mainly in a serif font, creating a clean and formal appearance. There are no additional graphics on the page.
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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    portfolio of five etchings; text by José Emilio Pacheco

  • Credit Line

    Gift of Joshua P. Smith

  • Accession Number

    2004.155.6.1-5

Associated Artworks

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The image features intersecting diagonal and horizontal lines creating a geometric pattern on a textured surface.

Untitled (Envelope Torn)

Miguel Cervantes

1981

The image shows an arrangement of jagged, angular shapes resembling a row of mountain peaks, formed by parallel and intersecting lines. The abstract composition is reminiscent of a rugged mountain range silhouetted against a textured sky. The striated lines and rough textures suggest the surface of rocks or bark, drawing a visual connection to a natural, eroded landscape.

Untitled (Envelope with Leaves)

Miguel Cervantes

1981

The image displays a large dark irregular triangular shape against a lighter background. The central form has a jagged upper edge and a textured surface.

Untitled (Envelope Open)

Miguel Cervantes

1981

Artwork history & notes

Provenance

Joshua P. Smith, Washington D.C.; gift to NGA, 2004.

Associated Names

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