Antique Manuel Manilla Mexican "Calavera Tapatia" Print. The print depicts two calaveras, one in a suit and hat, smoking a cigar in his mouth while drinking tequila, and the other standing behind him. More smaller calavera illustrations appear on the paper. This piece is attributed to Manuel Manilla. Printed by Antonio Vanegas Arroyo.

Manuel Manilla (1830, Mexico City -1895, Mexico City) was a Mexican engraver from Mexico City. In 1882, he started working at Antonio Canegas Arroyo's printshop, where he created about 500 illustrations for broadsides, books and other publications. He was also known for his "calaveras", which became a major influence to Jose Guadalupe Posada, who took over as head engraver after Manuel retired in 1892. Manuel also had a son who was an engraver, and they both set their own shop in Mexico City, where he continued to create illustrations until he passed from typhus in 1895.

Dimensions: Frame - 23.125"H x 19.375"W x 0.875"Depth; Insert - 15"H x 11.25"W.

Condition: Very good condition.

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