Creation by Diego Rivera: History of the Work

Creation, in brief

Title: Creation
Artist: Diego Rivera (1886–1957)
Artist born in: Guanajuato, Mexico
Date: 1923

What does Creation depict?

His first government-commissioned mural, Creation was created over the course of a year and covers over a thousand square feet. The figures in the mural are over twelve feet high, which were in proportion to the huge pipe organ which surrounded the wall. Although it was widely popular, Rivera felt that the painting was too Italian in technique, and he did not like it. During the painting of the mural, Rivera felt compelled to carry a pistol with him at all times, to protect himself from the right-wing students.

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Diego Rivera, Creation (1923).

Questions on Creation, answered

In what year was "Creation" by Diego Rivera created?

"Creation" dates from 1923. The date places the work within Diego Rivera's career and its era.

Is "Creation" free of copyright?

Regarding copyright, "Creation" is still protected by copyright.

Who created "Creation"?

"Creation" is attributed to Diego Rivera.

What was Diego Rivera's age when "Creation" was created?

Diego Rivera was 37 years old when creating "Creation" in 1923. The age is computed from the artist's birth year, 1886.

What explains the copyright situation of "Creation" by Diego Rivera?

"Creation" by Diego Rivera is still protected by copyright. Copyright terms are measured from the artist's death, and Diego Rivera died in 1957.

About the artist, Diego Rivera

1886–1957, Mexico

Diego Rivera

Early Life, Family and Artistic Training Diego Rivera emerged from a family of modest means in Guanajuato, Mexico, born on December 8, 1886. His early environment was marked by a significant loss when his twin brother, Carlos, died at the age of two. Despite this, his talent manifested almost immediately. By the age of three, Rivera was already drawing, a drive that his parents, María del Pilar Barrientos and Diego Rivera Acosta, recognized and supported.

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