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A Fusion of Worlds: The Life and Art of Carlos Mérida Carlos Mérida, born Carlos Santiago Ortega in Guatemala City in 1891, stands as a pivotal figure in the narrative of Latin American modern art. His journey was one of constant exploration—a compelling synthesis of European avant-garde sensibilities with the rich cultural heritage of his Guatemalan roots and, later, the vibrant artistic landscape of Mexico. Initially drawn to music,…
Scroll through Carlos Mérida's working life — artwork by artwork, chapter by chapter — from the earliest dated work to the last. Each thumbnail is pinned at its exact year on the gold axis.
The ribbon is divided into shaded bands, one per career chapter. Each chapter groups Carlos Mérida's works by their historical period — early training, mature practice, final years.
Every thumbnail is pinned at its precise creation year. A thin gold thread drops from the image to its exact point on the axis. Larger frames mark the artist's masterpieces by rank.
The gradient bar beneath the axis shifts colour as the dominant art movement changes over time — from the warm golds of the early period through the deeper tones of maturity. It fills progressively as you scroll.
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