FRIDA KAHLO SUGAR SKULLS DAY OF THE DEAD LA LOTERIA DIGITAL OIL PAINTING OR WATERCOLOR
PHOTO PRINT 8x10
on professional semi gloss finish photo paper
Frame not include
PACKED IN A STEADY HARD ENVELOPE
LA LOTERIA
The most recognized version of lotería is the “Don Clemente Gallo” rendition introduced in Mexico in 1887 by the French businessman, Don Clemente Jacques. He purchased a manufacturing plant in Mexico to produce many items including packaged food products, corks for bottles, and ammunition. In their printing press section they produced labels for the packaged food, invitations, party favors, and the game Lotería. The owners today of Don Clemente Gallo Pasatiempos, have continued this version through three generations. Throughout the past hundred years, the original artwork found on its 54 cards, has remained the same. Don Clemente Gallo Pasatiempos own the registered trademark of the original images, including the most famous and better known images that have existed. As Mexican culture spread across the border, so did the demand for the game within the United States. The original Don Clemente Gallo Lotería game can be purchased today not only in Mexico but also in the United States.
Artists have been inspired by the images of Lotería since its inception and is not a unique occurrence. However, having the support of the NEA and the State of Arizona to back the artist Teresa Villegas to produce an installation of paintings using the theme of Lotería, and then to have the original makers of the game Don Clemente Gallo in Queretaro, MX ask to use her images for publishing and distributing a new version of their game, is unique. This was also an honor for the artist, since Gallo hadn’t changed the images of their games in over 100 years.