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Germán Cueto Velázquez: A Pioneer of Mexican Abstraction Born in Mexico City on February 8 or 9, 1883, Germán Cueto Velázquez emerged as a singular figure in the early decades of 20th-century Mexican art. Often considered the nation’s first abstract artist, his journey was one of profound transformation, moving from traditional influences to a radically innovative approach that challenged established norms and paved the way for future
generations. His life coincided with a period of immense social and political upheaval – the aftermath of the Mexican Revolution – which profoundly shaped the artistic landscape, fostering a desire for new forms of expression and a rejection of academic constraints. Cueto’s early years were marked by a grounding in traditional art education. He initially studied chemistry but was drawn to sculpture, finding his true calling within th…