In this video, you will learn why Remedios Varo is usually studied in the context of art from Latin America, without disregarding the historical context of the Spanish and French art scene of the time. To help you learn it, we recommend answering the following questions while watching the video.
Why do you think European artists assimilated the Latin American identity when they migrated to the continent?
How do you think religious education affected the work of this artist?
What was arts education like for women in the early 20th century?
How do you think the exclusion of certain subjects affected the work of women artists?
How do you think weaving and embroidery affected the work of Remedios Varo?
What was Madrid's art scene like in the 20s? What was the importance of the Generation of the 27?
Why do you think Surrealism was such an attractive movement for artists at the time?