Late Reveler
José Guadalupe Posada, the Mexican master famous for his Day of the Dead skeletons, shows his witty side here with a stumbling drunkard clutching a street lamp. The man's hat is floating away as he leans against the post, perfectly illustrating the Spanish poem below where the tipsy reveler blames the lamp for 'crossing his path' while he's seeing double. This charming wood engraving captures the satirical spirit of early 20th-century Mexican illustration, poking fun at everyday vices with a gentle, humorous touch.
- Technique
- wood engraving
- Material
- ink on paper
Views: 1