Father HidalgoJosé Clemente Orozco · 1949
Mexican Muralism
1949
José Clemente Orozco (1883 – 1949)
Discover José Clemente Orozco (1883-1949), a key figure in Mexican Muralism. Explore his powerful depictions of revolution, social injustice & human suffering—a legacy inspiring artists worldwide.
About this artwork
- Title: Father Hidalgo
- Artist: José Clemente Orozco
- Year: 1949
- Format: Portrait
- Copyright status: Public domain
- Movement: Mexican Muralism
- Corpus context: critique of power structures, religious allegory & conflict
- Keywords: dramatic artwork, historical mural, revolutionary art
- Perceived brightness: balanced
- Topics: religion, knowledge, struggle
Questions & Answers
Which period of José Clemente Orozco's career does "Father Hidalgo" belong to?
Within José Clemente Orozco's career, "Father Hidalgo" falls in the Mature Period. The phase helps compare it with the artist's other works.
Who is the artist behind "Father Hidalgo"?
"Father Hidalgo" was created by José Clemente Orozco. The information on this page describes José Clemente Orozco's original work.
Are the colors of "Father Hidalgo" by José Clemente Orozco saturated or muted?
The palette of "Father Hidalgo" is balanced soft in saturation.
Do the colors of "Father Hidalgo" appear strong or soft?
"Father Hidalgo" by José Clemente Orozco shows a balanced color intensity.
At what age did José Clemente Orozco make "Father Hidalgo"?
When "Father Hidalgo" was created in 1949, José Clemente Orozco - born in 1883 - was 66 years old.
Where does "Father Hidalgo" stand among José Clemente Orozco's recurring subjects?
José Clemente Orozco's recurring themes include mexican revolution influence, social justice commentary, religious allegory & conflict, political upheaval depicted, orozco's core thematic focus, dramatic narrative style, critique of power structures; "Father Hidalgo" focuses on revolution, religion, struggle, knowledge, chaos, clergyman, symbolism, mexico.
What is the creation date of "Father Hidalgo" by José Clemente Orozco?
"Father Hidalgo" dates from 1949. The date places the work within José Clemente Orozco's career and its era.