Americans Collection (page 20)

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Musical comedy Oklahoma. Poster. 1943

ALBARRAN Y DOM͎GEZ, Joaqu�(1860 - 1912). Cuban
ALBARRAN Y DOM͎ GEZ, Joaqu� (1860 - 1912). Cuban urologist. Engraving

VIZCAINO, Sebastiᮠ(1548-1623). Conquistador whose
VIZCAINO, Sebastiᮠ (1548-1623). Conquistador whose varied roles took him to New Spain, the Philippines, the Baja California peninsula, the California coast and Japan. Painting. MEXICO

SANTOS DUMONT, Alberto (1873-1932). Brazilian aviator. Engraving

Gold breastplate muisca. Proceeds from Chiquinquirᠨ Boyacᩮ Pre-Columbian art. Jewelry. COLOMBIA. CUNDINAMARCA. Bogotᮠ Gold Museum. Proc: COLOMBIA. BOYACA

Figure. Pre-Columbian art. Sculpture in the round. COLOMBIA. CUNDINAMARCA. Bogotᮠ Gold Museum. Proc: COLOMBIA. BOYACA. Sogamoso

Chimu Pendant. Chimu art. Jewelry. COLOMBIA. CUNDINAMARCA. Bogotᮠ Gold Museum. Proc: PERU

Pinhead with mythological figure. Pre-Columbian art. Jewelry. COLOMBIA. CUNDINAMARCA. Bogotᮠ Gold Museum. Proc: COLOMBIA. CAUCA. Restrepo

Gold breastplate with anthropomorphic figure. Quimbaya art. Jewelry. COLOMBIA. CUNDINAMARCA. Bogotᮠ Gold Museum

Anthropomorphic gold figure decorated with a nose ring. Quimbaya art. Jewelry. COLOMBIA. CUNDINAMARCA. Bogotᮠ Gold Museum

Anthropomorphic figure of a man seated with nose ring. Quimbaya art. Ceramics. COLOMBIA. CUNDINAMARCA. Bogotᮠ Gold Museum

VERDI, Giuseppe (1813-1901). Performance of the Giuseppe Verdis opera Aida at the Imperial Theatro, Brazil (1886)

VALUE
L Illustration. Engraving

United States (19th c. ). Indian people attack in
United States (19th c.). Indian people attack in the grasslands. Illustration by S.B. Enderton. Etching

SUCRE, Antonio Jos頤e (1795-1830). Venezuelan military
SUCRE, Antonio Jos頤 e (1795-1830). Venezuelan military and politician, hero of the South American independence. Governmental decree of Sucre as president of Bolivia dated August 2, 1828

The first World war (1918). North American soldiers in a raillway station at Paris. Illustration by J. Simont

World War I. Join the Air Service
First World War (1914-1918). Join the Air Service. Recruitment poster by Warren Keith (1918)

Saint John. Colonial baroque. Oil on canvas. BOLIVIA. CHUQUISACA. Sucre. Museum of the Cathedral

San SebastiᮮFestival 2008. Tatiana Astengo
SPAIN. Donostia. The Peruvian actress Tatiana Astengo, poses during the 56th International Film Festival. September 2008

San SebastiᮮFestival 2005. Abel Ferrara
FERRARA, Abel (1951). American film director and screenwriter. 53rd San Sebastian International Film Festival. 16 September 2005. SPAIN. Donostia

Peru. Lima. Engraving
Lima in 1850. Engraving

Peru. Lima. Main Square
Per� ma. Main Square in 1850. Engraving

POST, Frans. Landscape of Pernambuco
Landscape of Pernambuco. ca. 1637-1643. Baroque art. Oil on wood. BRAZIL. Rio de Janeiro. National Museum of Fine Arts

Panama (18th c. )
America (18th c.). Panama. View of the city from the island of Naos. Drawing by Fernando Brambila illustrating the scientific expedition of Alejandro Malaspina (1789-1794). Litography. SPAIN

Panama
BLAY i FABREGUES, Miquel (1866-1936). Monument to Vasco N� de Balboa. 1924. PANAMA. Panama City. Detail in the upper part

Mexico. Uxmal. Maya city. Nunnery Quadrangle
Nunnery Quadrangle. MEXICO. YUCATN. Uxmal. Ruins of city founded in the 7th c. Classic Period. Puuc style. Palace complex consists of four buildings forming a quadrangle. Maya art

Mexico. Zacatecas. Cathedral
MEXICO. Zacatecas. Cathedral. Basilica of Our Lady of the Assumption

Mexico. Veracruz. San Juan de ڬua
MEXICO. Veracruz. San Juan de Ul� rtress

Mexico. Tula. Refinery
MEXICO. HIDALGO. Tula. Oil refinery. Toltec art. Sculpture

Mexico. Palenque. Temple of the Inscriptions
Temple of the Inscriptions. MEXICO. CHIAPAS. Palenque. Late classic period. Temple built on a 9-level step pyramid. Maya art

Mexico City. El Empedradillo (1885). Litography

Mexico. Chichen Itza. Pyramid of Kukulcan
MEXICO. YUCATN. Chich鮠 Itzᮠ Castle or Pyramid of Kukulcan. Pre-Columbian art

Mexico City. Autonomous University
MEXICO. Mexico City. Reforma Avenue. Mexico Autonomous University

New York (18th c. )
New York (18th c.). Engraving. FRANCE. Ό E-DE-FRANCE. Paris. National Library

Guatemala. Tikal. Maya pyramid
GUATEMALA. PETEN. Tikal. Tikal National Park. Maya Pyramid Ii at the ancient main square of Tikal. Maya art. Architecture

Guatemala. Tikal. Tikal National Park
GUATEMALA. Tikal. Tikal National Park. View of the temples I, II and IV standing out the rainforest. Maya art. Architecture

Guatemala. Tikal. Maya Art
GUATEMALA. Tikal. Tikal National Park. Gran Plaza. Temple of the Great Jaguar, Ah Cacao or Temple I. Maya art. Architecture

Guatemala. QuiriguᮠMaya Zoomorph
GUATEMALA. Quiriguᮠ Archaeological Park World Heritage Site by UNESCO in 1981. Zoomorph B. 780 A.D. Classic Period. Maya art. Relief on rock

Guatemala. QuiriguᮠEstela maya
GUATEMALA. Quiriguᮠ Ceremonial Square. Archaeological Park World Heritage Site by UNESCO in 1981. Estela F. 761 A.D. Detail. Classic Period. Maya art. Relief on rock

Cuba (19th c. ). Ingenio Intr鰩do
Cuba (19th c.). Ingenio Intr鰩 do, illustraci󮠢 y Eduardo Laplante for the book Libro de los Ingenios (1855-1857). Litography. CUBA. CIUDAD DE LA HABANA. Havana

Calakmul Stele. Maya art
Detail of stele with figure of a priest, from the archaeological site of Calakmul. Late Classic Period (600-909 A.D.). Maya art. Relief on rock. MEXICO. FEDERAL DISTRICT. Mexico City

Brazil. Salvador. Church of Sao Francisco
BRAZIL. Salvador. Church of Sao Francisco. Panel of tiles in the cloister with pastoral scenes, 18th c. Colonial baroque. Ceramics

Brazil. Congonhas. The Prophets of Aleijadinho
ALEIJADINHO, Antonio Francisco de Lisboa, also called (1738-1814). The Prophets. 1800-1805. BRAZIL. Congonhas do Campo. Sanctuary of Bom Jesus do Congonhas

Benito JuᲥz
JUAREZ GARCIA, Benito (1806-1872). Mexican liberal politician, president of Mexico in 1858. Oil on canvas. MEXICO. FEDERAL DISTRICT. Mexico City. Chapultepec Castle

Argentina. San Ignacio Min�Jesuit mission of 17th c
ARGENTINA. MISIONES. San Ignacio Min� Ruins of jesuit mission of the Guaranis, founded in 1610 and located finally in 1696. World Heritage Site by UNESCO in 1984. School classrooms

The New Tenants Are Not Pleased, by Bairnsfather
The New Tenants Are Not Pleased " Wal, I guess, of all the _ _ billets, this durn pigstye is about the toughest proposition we ve _ " " Snakes! and heres the pig

Bairnsfather with the American Army, WW1 cartoon
" I know we re fightin for Democracy, but the next time the Colonel comes around, salute, you ______ son of a ______!" An American sergeant disciplines Date: 1918

Gas powered cars, WW1 cartoon
Sammy (seeing gas-driven car for first time): " Say - some kit bag!" Cartoon showing an American soldier confused by a gas-powered car

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"Exploring the Multifaceted Identity of Americans: From Rivera's Art to Native American Legends" From Diego Rivera's captivating murals depicting the Totonaca Civilization to Geronimo, a revered figure in Native American history, they have a rich tapestry of cultural influences. Tango, originating in Argentina but embraced by Americans since 1912, showcases their love for diverse dance forms. The Codex Borgia offers insights into ritual and divinatory practices of Mesoamerican civilizations that continue to shape American spirituality. Meanwhile, Rocky Marciano's postcard symbolizes the indomitable spirit and resilience often associated with Americans. Tupac Amaru II's portrait serves as a reminder of America's struggle for independence and equality throughout its history. Mrs Kennedy and her deb daughters epitomize elegance and grace within high society circles. Lawrence Tibbett at Cap D Antibes highlights America's contribution to the world of opera while showcasing their global reach. In Diego Rivera's artwork on the Totonaca Civilization, we witness how ancient cultures influence modern-day perceptions. However, not all aspects are admirable; "Robbing and Scalping" represents dark chapters in American history that cannot be overlooked or forgotten. The image of an American society wedding taking place in London reflects the far-reaching impact of American culture beyond its borders. Lastly, a postcard from 1913 featuring a woman riding a bull captures both strength and audacity—an embodiment of the pioneering spirit often attributed to Americans. These hints offer glimpses into various facets—artistic expressions, historical figures, societal norms—that contribute to shaping what it means to be an American today: complex yet vibrant amalgamation rooted in diversity and perseverance.