""The blending of pre-Columbian cultural and religious traditions with four centuries of Spanish colonial influence formed the basis of what we come to understand as alchemy in this region, one rooted in deep spirituality of transformation that has endured over time.""
""When we think of alchemy, there are scientific and philosophical components, encompassing a wide range of associations, from natural elements to astrology.""
The exhibition "Surrealist Constellations and Drifts: Art from Latin America in the FEMSA Collection" features 170 works by 115 artists, highlighting alchemy's influence. Curators Eugenia Braniff and Paulina Bravo emphasize the blend of pre-Columbian traditions and Spanish colonialism as foundational to regional alchemical themes. The exhibition celebrates the 50th anniversary of the FEMSA collection and includes renowned artists like Diego Rivera and José Clemente Orozco, alongside contemporary works. Five curatorial themes, including alchemy, shape the exhibition's narrative.
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