Alfredo Zalce

Torres, Alfredo Zalce

Mexican, 1908 - 2003

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This is a drawing of a group of logs floating in a body of water. The logs are shown in shades of red, extending into the distance. The water is depicted in green and blue hues. Various figures are seen interacting with the logs, some balancing or working on them.
Alfredo Zalce, Associated American Artists, Lumber Workers, Bay of Campeche, 1947, color lithograph on wove paper, Corcoran Collection (Bequest of Frank B. Bristow, 1968), 2015.19.1510

Lumber Workers, Bay of Campeche

Alfredo Zalce, Associated American Artists · 1947 · color lithograph on wove paper ·  Accession ID  2015.19.1510

This is a drawing of an industrial scene with workers engaged in manual labor. The focal point is a mechanical contraption with conveyer belts moving materials. In the background, there are workers and an arched structure resembling a factory. Some workers are gathered around a table, possibly working with the materials. The use of shading and pencil strokes adds depth to the image.
Alfredo Zalce, Associated American Artists, Hennequen Plant in Yucatán, 1947, lithograph in black on wove paper, Corcoran Collection (Bequest of Frank B. Bristow, 1968), 2015.19.1509

Hennequen Plant in Yucatán

Alfredo Zalce, Associated American Artists · 1947 · lithograph in black on wove paper ·  Accession ID  2015.19.1509

This is a drawing of a person holding a child with accompanying text. The artwork features a simplified black outline of a person carrying a child against a vibrant purple background. The individual is dressed in a long garment, and the child is being held on the person's hip. To the right of the figures, text in various sizes and colors includes the name "Alfredo Zalce" and phrases like "Estampas de Yucatan" and mentions "Jean Charlot" as well as "La Estampa Mexicana, 1946." The background consists primarily of a bold purple color, with blocks of text arranged methodically.
Alfredo Zalce, Yucatán, published 1946, portfolio with 8 lithographs, Rosenwald Collection, 1946.21.182-189

Yucatán

Alfredo Zalce · published 1946 · portfolio with 8 lithographs ·  Accession ID  1946.21.182-189

The image shows a scene with two individuals paddling a small boat through a dense mangrove forest. The perspective is from a slightly elevated point of view, focusing on the tree roots and foliage. The artwork has detailed linework and cross-hatching techniques for texture. The color palette is monochrome with shades of black, white, and gray. The background features dense clusters of leaves and twisting branches.
Alfredo Zalce, The Palizada River, published 1946, lithograph, Rosenwald Collection, 1946.21.182

The Palizada River

Alfredo Zalce · published 1946 · lithograph ·  Accession ID  1946.21.182

The image shows a person walking on a dock or pier, carrying a large fish. The person has distinct facial features and is dressed in a tattered outfit. They are barefoot and walking across wooden planks. The background depicts water and a cloudy sky.
Alfredo Zalce, Fisherman, 1945, lithograph, Rosenwald Collection, 1946.21.183

Fisherman

Alfredo Zalce · 1945 · lithograph ·  Accession ID  1946.21.183

The scene is depicted from a slightly elevated angle, showing a person near a bench in lush vegetation. The horizon is unclear due to dense plant growth. The intricate brushstroke technique creates varied textures in black and gray. An empty bench is in the foreground with a figure of a woman in a white dress, potentially holding a child. Large leaves and plants dominate the background, contrasting with the human element.
Alfredo Zalce, Garden of Hecelchácan, 1945, lithograph, Rosenwald Collection, 1946.21.189

Garden of Hecelchácan

Alfredo Zalce · 1945 · lithograph ·  Accession ID  1946.21.189

The image shows a man seated in a cave. He is leaning forward, working with thin rods, potentially weaving. The man has short, curly hair, closed eyes, and a focused expression. He is shirtless and wearing rolled-up pants, barefoot. In front of him are crafting materials, including a hat-like object and rolled-up item. The cave walls are detailed, with stone steps leading upwards.
Alfredo Zalce, Weaver of Becal Hats, 1945, lithograph, Rosenwald Collection, 1946.21.185

Weaver of Becal Hats

Alfredo Zalce · 1945 · lithograph ·  Accession ID  1946.21.185

The image shows an adult lying in a hammock with a young child. The adult is positioned horizontally with legs slightly lifted and an arm extended to hold onto the netting. The person's head is resting back, with a relaxed expression. The child is seated on the adult's torso, with a curious expression. The adult is wearing minimal clothing, possibly shorts, and the child appears to be unclothed. The hammock is made of a woven material and hangs diagonally in the image. The background includes a textured wall, a tiled floor, and a subtle door-like outline in the wall.
Alfredo Zalce, In the Hammock, 1945, lithograph, Rosenwald Collection, 1946.21.186

In the Hammock

Alfredo Zalce · 1945 · lithograph ·  Accession ID  1946.21.186

The image depicts a man in profile view, walking while carrying a large fish over his shoulder. He has defined facial features, short hair, and wears a hat. The man's expression is focused on the ground ahead. He is dressed in a loincloth and a waist sash. The background shows a beach or coastal area with water, waves, clouds in the sky, and textured ground resembling sand or earth.
Alfredo Zalce, Mayan Fisherman in Yucatán, 1945, lithograph, Rosenwald Collection, 1946.21.181

Mayan Fisherman in Yucatán

Alfredo Zalce · 1945 · lithograph ·  Accession ID  1946.21.181

The image shows a landscape with numerous conical haystacks. Trees line the horizon, blending into the landscape. The brushstrokes create detailed textures on the hay and ground, showing movement among the workers. The color palette is monochromatic, with varying shades of gray. Workers are seen handling bundles near a large haystack, with others engaged in similar tasks across the fields.
Alfredo Zalce, Salt Deposits of Celestién, 1945, lithograph, Rosenwald Collection, 1946.21.188

Salt Deposits of Celestién

Alfredo Zalce · 1945 · lithograph ·  Accession ID  1946.21.188