Building the Pyramids (Construyendo las pirámides)
Jean Charlot (1898 – 1979)
Jean Charlot (1898-1979) was a French-born American painter renowned for his role in the Mexican Mural Renaissance & depictions of Mayan art, indigenous culture, and religious themes. Explore his vibrant frescoes, paintings, & sculptures.
National Museum of Mexican Art (Chicago, United States of America)
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About this artwork
- Title: Building the Pyramids (Construyendo las pirámides)
- Artist: Jean Charlot
- Year: 1933
- Format: Portrait
- Copyright status: Under copyright
- Where to see it: National Museum of Mexican Art
- Movement: Mexican Muralism
- Period: Modern
- Color palette: Dark
- Main color: Celadon
Quick Facts
- Notable elements or techniques: Black and white depiction
- Artist: Jean Charlot
- Title: Building the Pyramids
- Artistic style: Mexican Muralism / Symbolism
- Year: 1933


