Margarita Azurdia (1931–1998):
Also known by pseudonyms such as Margot Fanjul and Margarita Rita Rica Dinamita, Azurdia was a trailblazing Guatemalan artist. Her work spanned painting, sculpture, poetry, and performance art. Azurdia’s art often challenged societal norms, incorporating feminist themes and exploring indigenous culture. Her series “Homenaje a Guatemala” consists of fifty wood carvings that blend traditional craftsmanship with contemporary artistic expression.
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