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In Honor of Labor

December 8, 2020 Martha Lattie
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Detroit Industry, South Wall detail, 1932-33 by Diego Rivera, The Detroit Institute of Arts.

Rivera was at the height of his popularity when he was commissioned to create two large murals representing the auto industry. As a follower of Trotsky, Rivera took the opportunity to celebrate all workers and their important contribution to American Industry.

Detroit Institute of Arts Rivera Court

Detroit Institute of Arts Rivera Court

In Art History, Artists, Mexico Tags Diego Rivera, Detroit Institute of Arts, Leon Trotsky, Rivera Court, Labor Unions, Auto Industry
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