Fashioning an Icon | Mingei International Museum
Reina Martínez Vásquez, designed by Epifanio Gómez Jiménez. Blouse of commercial unbleached muslin, hand-led machine embroidered with commercial cotton. Collection of Linda Hanna. Image courtesy of Judith Romero.
Image: Reina Martínez Vásquez, designed by Epifanio Gómez Jiménez. Blouse of commercial unbleached muslin, hand-led machine embroidered with commercial cotton. Collection of Linda Hanna. Image courtesy of Judith Romero.
On View

Apr 5 - Sep 7, 2025

Location

Mingei International Museum

Curated By

Ariana Torres

Inspired by her long history of depiction on textiles, these works explore the Virgin of Guadalupe’s endurance as an iconic cultural symbol fashioned through creative expression.

Fashioning an Icon: Virgin of Guadalupe Imagery in Textile Design celebrates her representation on clothing and adornment. Objects range from traditional garments created by over 70 artists from Mexico, to a selection of local artistic interpretations of la Virgen. Inspired by her long history of depiction on textiles, these works explore the Virgin of Guadalupe’s endurance as an iconic cultural symbol fashioned through creative expression.

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Reina Martínez Vásquez, designed by Epifanio Gómez Jiménez. Blouse of commercial unbleached muslin, hand-led machine embroidered with commercial cotton. Collection of Linda Hanna. Image courtesy of Judith Romero.

Gildardo Hernández Quero, Shawl, Zapotec culture, San Pablo Villa De Mitla, Oaxaca, 21st century. Crocheted fine gauge cotton thread. 73 x 20 in (185 x 50 cm). Collection of Linda Hanna. Photo courtesy of Judith Romero.
Rosa Elvia Leyva Antonio, Huipil, Chinanteco culture, Rancho Grande, Valle Nacional, Oaxaca, 21st century. Woven cotton thread, embroidered with cotton thread, satin. 42 x 29 in (107 x 74 cm). Collection of Linda Hanna. Photo courtesy of Judith Romero.