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Whose monument where: public art in a many-cultured society
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Judy Baca
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Great Wall Of Los Angeles: Detail: 1,000 A.D. Early Californians, Daily Life
title Great Wall Of Los Angeles: Detail: 1,000 A.D. Early Californians, Daily Lifedescription A collaborative project by Judith Baca and over 400 employed youths and artists. The first one thousand feet were painted during the first summer of work in 1976. Additionally the first one thousand feet were divided into sections of 100 feet each. Although the content is highly integrated, each section was designed by a different artist under the general supervision of Judith Baca. Digital Library Development Program, UC San Diego, La Jolla, 92093-0175 (https://lib.ucsd.edu/digital-library) Los Angeles Valley College Narrative mural depicting California history from prehistory thru the 1920s. Designed by Christina Schlesinger, this detail focus on the daily life of the Chumash Indians as it might have been in 1000 A.D. Paintings Tujunga Wash, Los Angeles (California)artist/creator Baca, Judith Franciscasubject Indians Of North America Mexican American Art Mural Painting And Decoration Chumash Indians History Hunting And Gathering Societies Narrative Art Symbolism Californiacontributor Calisphere -
Great Wall Of Los Angeles: Detail: 1822 Mexican Rule
title Great Wall Of Los Angeles: Detail: 1822 Mexican Ruledescription A collaborative project by Judith Baca and over 400 employed youths and artists. The first one thousand feet were painted during the first summer of work in 1976. Additionally the first one thousand feet were divided into sections of 100 feet each. Although the content is highly integrated, each section was designed by a different artist under the general supervision of Judith Baca. Digital Library Development Program, UC San Diego, La Jolla, 92093-0175 (https://lib.ucsd.edu/digital-library) Los Angeles Valley College Narrative mural depicting California history from prehistory thru the 1920s. Designed by Judith Hernandez, this scene is dominated by the figure of a Spanish land baron, illustrating the "hacendados" who dominated early California. His serape is formed by the land and labor of the Indians which he has taken and used to build the hacienda toward which he looks and where an elegant wedding is taking place. Paintings Tujunga Wash, Los Angeles (California)artist/creator Baca, Judith Franciscasubject Indians Of North America Mexican American Art Missionaries Mural Painting And Decoration Symbolism History Missions Narrative Art Cattle Barons (Noblemen) Agriculture California Mexicocontributor Calisphere -
Great Wall Of Los Angeles: Detail: Charlie Chaplin
title Great Wall Of Los Angeles: Detail: Charlie Chaplindescription A collaborative project by Judith Baca and over 400 employed youths and artists. The 1978 project continues where the first 1000 feet left off. From this point forward, Baca exerted more control over the design, which resulted in more stylistic unity and an evolving complexity in the transitions between the sections and linkages between historical incidents. As World War I reached into every aspect a American life, Charlie Chaplin, the famous silent movie comedian and a symbol of the common man, became involved in the national campaign. He is represented in the mural as a typical "dough boy" fighting in the trenches for the ideals in which he believes and for which the war was being fought. Digital Library Development Program, UC San Diego, La Jolla, 92093-0175 (https://lib.ucsd.edu/digital-library) Los Angeles Valley College Paintings Tujunga Wash, Los Angeles (California)artist/creator Baca, Judith Franciscasubject Mural Painting And Decoration Chaplin, Charlie, 1889-1977 History World War, 1914-1918 Soldiers Narrative Art Bunkers (Fortification) Symbolism California Edison, Thomas A. (Thomas Alva), 1847-1931contributor Calisphere -
Great Wall Of Los Angeles: Detail: 1880 Frontier California
title Great Wall Of Los Angeles: Detail: 1880 Frontier Californiadescription A collaborative project by Judith Baca and over 400 employed youths and artists. The first one thousand feet were painted during the first summer of work in 1976. Additionally the first one thousand feet were divided into sections of 100 feet each. Although the content is highly integrated, each section was designed by a different artist under the general supervision of Judith Baca. Digital Library Development Program, UC San Diego, La Jolla, 92093-0175 (https://lib.ucsd.edu/digital-library) Los Angeles Valley College Narrative mural depicting California history from prehistory thru the 1920s. This detail shows the California land boom and the battles that ensued over land between the Native Americans and the White settlers. Paintings Tujunga Wash, Los Angeles (California)artist/creator Baca, Judith Franciscasubject Oranges Horses Indians Of North America Battles Mural Painting And Decoration Orchards Immigrants Railroads History Employees Narrative Art Chinese Symbolism Agriculture Californiacontributor Calisphere -
Great Wall Of Los Angeles: Detail: 1848 Bandaide
title Great Wall Of Los Angeles: Detail: 1848 Bandaidedescription A collaborative project by Judith Baca and over 400 employed youths and artists. The first one thousand feet were painted during the first summer of work in 1976. Additionally the first one thousand feet were divided into sections of 100 feet each. Although the content is highly integrated, each section was designed by a different artist under the general supervision of Judith Baca. Digital Library Development Program, UC San Diego, La Jolla, 92093-0175 (https://lib.ucsd.edu/digital-library) Los Angeles Valley College Narrative mural depicting California history from prehistory thru the 1920s. This detail focuses on the battle between the Mexican army and the U.S. cavalry for the control of California and the beginning of the California Gold Rush at Sutters' Mill. Paintings Tujunga Wash, Los Angeles (California)artist/creator Baca, Judith Franciscasubject Haciendas Battles Mexican American Art Mural Painting And Decoration Sawmills History Weddings Soldiers Narrative Art Symbolism Gold Mines And Mining Californiacontributor Calisphere -
Great Wall Of Los Angeles: Detail: 1822 Mexican Rule
title Great Wall Of Los Angeles: Detail: 1822 Mexican Ruledescription A collaborative project by Judith Baca and over 400 employed youths and artists. The first one thousand feet were painted during the first summer of work in 1976. Additionally the first one thousand feet were divided into sections of 100 feet each. Although the content is highly integrated, each section was designed by a different artist under the general supervision of Judith Baca. Digital Library Development Program, UC San Diego, La Jolla, 92093-0175 (https://lib.ucsd.edu/digital-library) Los Angeles Valley College Narrative mural depicting California history from prehistory thru the 1920s. Designed by Judith Hernandez, this scene is dominated by the figure of a Spanish land baron, illustrating the "hacendados" who dominated early California. His serape is formed by the land and labor of the Indians which he has taken and used to build the hacienda toward which he looks and where an elegant wedding is taking place. Paintings Tujunga Wash, Los Angeles (California)artist/creator Baca, Judith Franciscasubject Haciendas Mural Painting And Decoration Symbolism History Weddings Narrative Art Cattle Barons (Noblemen) Agriculture California Mexicocontributor Calisphere -
Great Wall Of Los Angeles: Detail: A New Perspecive On Edison; Bridge Across The Tujunga Wash
title Great Wall Of Los Angeles: Detail: A New Perspecive On Edison; Bridge Across The Tujunga Washdescription Digital Library Development Program, UC San Diego, La Jolla, 92093-0175 (https://lib.ucsd.edu/digital-library) In this scene Thomas Edison’s Mexican‑American heritage is symbolized by the Chichimeca corn goddess who whispers the secrets of the ancient builders and inventors in his ear. Los Angeles Valley College Paintings Tujunga Wash, Los Angeles (California)artist/creator Baca, Judith Franciscasubject Bridges Goddesses Chichimecs Mural Painting And Decoration Symbolism History Narrative Art Cityscapes (Representations) Pyramids California Edison, Thomas A. (Thomas Alva), 1847-1931contributor Calisphere -
Great Wall Of Los Angeles: Detail: 1880 Frontier California And 1890 Los Angeles Mountains To The Shore
title Great Wall Of Los Angeles: Detail: 1880 Frontier California And 1890 Los Angeles Mountains To The Shoredescription A collaborative project by Judith Baca and over 400 employed youths and artists. The first one thousand feet were painted during the first summer of work in 1976. Additionally the first one thousand feet were divided into sections of 100 feet each. Although the content is highly integrated, each section was designed by a different artist under the general supervision of Judith Baca. Digital Library Development Program, UC San Diego, La Jolla, 92093-0175 (https://lib.ucsd.edu/digital-library) Los Angeles Valley College Narrative mural depicting California history from prehistory thru the 1920s. This detail shows a California orange grove, women reading a newspaper about the woman's suffrage revolution, and a man standing next to a high wheel bicycle. Paintings Tujunga Wash, Los Angeles (California)artist/creator Baca, Judith Franciscasubject Oranges Mural Painting And Decoration Bicycles Orchards Women--Suffrage History Employees Narrative Art Gearing Symbolism Agriculture Californiacontributor Calisphere -
Great Wall Of Los Angeles: Detail: 1848 Bandaide
title Great Wall Of Los Angeles: Detail: 1848 Bandaidedescription A collaborative project by Judith Baca and over 400 employed youths and artists. The first one thousand feet were painted during the first summer of work in 1976. Additionally the first one thousand feet were divided into sections of 100 feet each. Although the content is highly integrated, each section was designed by a different artist under the general supervision of Judith Baca. Digital Library Development Program, UC San Diego, La Jolla, 92093-0175 (https://lib.ucsd.edu/digital-library) Los Angeles Valley College Narrative mural depicting California history from prehistory thru the 1920s. This detail focuses on a prospector panning for gold and on segregation. In the state capital at Monterey, ex‑Southerners passed laws-WHITES ONLY‑which did not allow people of Mexican, Black or Chinese descent to make claims. Paintings Tujunga Wash, Los Angeles (California)artist/creator Baca, Judith Franciscasubject Mexican American Art Mural Painting And Decoration Flags--Confederate States Of America History Segregation Narrative Art Covered Wagons Symbolism Gold Mines And Mining California Minerscontributor Calisphere -
Great Wall Of Los Angeles: Detail: 1822 Mexican Rule And 1848 Bandaide
title Great Wall Of Los Angeles: Detail: 1822 Mexican Rule And 1848 Bandaidedescription A collaborative project by Judith Baca and over 400 employed youths and artists. The first one thousand feet were painted during the first summer of work in 1976. Additionally the first one thousand feet were divided into sections of 100 feet each. Although the content is highly integrated, each section was designed by a different artist under the general supervision of Judith Baca. Digital Library Development Program, UC San Diego, La Jolla, 92093-0175 (https://lib.ucsd.edu/digital-library) Los Angeles Valley College Narrative mural depicting California history from prehistory thru the 1920s. A typical hacienda with an elegant wedding, the battle between the Mexican army and the U.S. cavalry for control of California, and the beginning of the California Gold Rush at Sutters' Mill. Paintings Tujunga Wash, Los Angeles (California)artist/creator Baca, Judith Franciscasubject Haciendas Battles Mexican American Art Mural Painting And Decoration History Weddings Narrative Art Symbolism Gold Mines And Mining California Mexicocontributor Calisphere -
Great Wall Of Los Angeles: Detail: 20,000 B.C. Pre-Historic California
title Great Wall Of Los Angeles: Detail: 20,000 B.C. Pre-Historic Californiadescription A collaborative project by Judith Baca and over 400 employed youths and artists. The first one thousand feet were painted during the first summer of work in 1976. Additionally the first one thousand feet were divided into sections of 100 feet each. Although the content is highly integrated, each section was designed by a different artist under the general supervision of Judith Baca. Digital Library Development Program, UC San Diego, La Jolla, 92093-0175 (https://lib.ucsd.edu/digital-library) Los Angeles Valley College Narrative mural depicting California history from prehistory thru the 1920s. The initial segment, designed by Kristi Lucas, begins in 20,000 BC when the animals whose bones were found in the La Brea Tar Pits still wandered among the plants and trees native to the area. Paintings Tujunga Wash, Los Angeles (California)artist/creator Baca, Judith Franciscasubject Indians Of North America Animals--Fossil Mural Painting And Decoration History La Brea Pits (Calif.) Mammoths Migration, Internal Narrative Art Bering Land Bridge Symbolism Californiacontributor Calisphere -
Great Wall Of Los Angeles: Detail: 1890 Los Angeles Mountains To The Shore
title Great Wall Of Los Angeles: Detail: 1890 Los Angeles Mountains To The Shoredescription A collaborative project by Judith Baca and over 400 employed youths and artists. The first one thousand feet were painted during the first summer of work in 1976. Additionally the first one thousand feet were divided into sections of 100 feet each. Although the content is highly integrated, each section was designed by a different artist under the general supervision of Judith Baca. Digital Library Development Program, UC San Diego, La Jolla, 92093-0175 (https://lib.ucsd.edu/digital-library) Los Angeles Valley College Narrative mural depicting California history from prehistory thru the 1920s. Designed by American Indian artist Charlie Brown this section depicts the "Red Car," which provided an early energy efficient form of transportation. Paintings Tujunga Wash, Los Angeles (California)artist/creator Baca, Judith Franciscasubject Terminals (Transportation) Mural Painting And Decoration Bicycles Cable Cars (Streetcars) History Narrative Art Gearing Symbolism Californiacontributor Calisphere -
Great Wall Of Los Angeles: Detail: 1880 Frontier California, Joaquin Murrieta
title Great Wall Of Los Angeles: Detail: 1880 Frontier California, Joaquin Murrietadescription A collaborative project by Judith Baca and over 400 employed youths and artists. The first one thousand feet were painted during the first summer of work in 1976. Additionally the first one thousand feet were divided into sections of 100 feet each. Although the content is highly integrated, each section was designed by a different artist under the general supervision of Judith Baca. Digital Library Development Program, UC San Diego, La Jolla, 92093-0175 (https://lib.ucsd.edu/digital-library) Los Angeles Valley College Narrative mural depicting California history from prehistory thru the 1920s. This detail focuses on Joaquin Murieta, Robin Hood figure of the old west who fought for the oppressed. Paintings Tujunga Wash, Los Angeles (California)artist/creator Baca, Judith Franciscasubject Horses Mexican American Art Mural Painting And Decoration History Legends Murieta, Joaquin, D. 1853 Narrative Art Symbolism California Pony Expresscontributor Calisphere -
Great Wall Of Los Angeles: Detail: 1848 Bandaide
title Great Wall Of Los Angeles: Detail: 1848 Bandaidedescription A collaborative project by Judith Baca and over 400 employed youths and artists. The first one thousand feet were painted during the first summer of work in 1976. Additionally the first one thousand feet were divided into sections of 100 feet each. Although the content is highly integrated, each section was designed by a different artist under the general supervision of Judith Baca. Digital Library Development Program, UC San Diego, La Jolla, 92093-0175 (https://lib.ucsd.edu/digital-library) Los Angeles Valley College Narrative mural depicting California history from prehistory thru the 1920s. The Gold Rush era as designed by Ulysses Jenkins provides a Black‑American perspective on this period. It begins with the discovery of gold at Sutters' Mill and the migration of Blacks, Mexicans and Indians as well as Whites by ship to California. Above the bay are portraits of Mifflin W. Gibbs, publisher of the first Black newspaper and Mary Ellen Pleasant, a civil rights activist who helped defend Blacks arraigned under the fugitive slave laws. The globe represents the world's desire for the riches of the 49ers. Beside it stands William A. Leidesdorff, pilot of the first steamboat to arrive in San Francisco Bay, who later became a vice consul to Mexico. . Paintings Tujunga Wash, Los Angeles (California)artist/creator Baca, Judith Franciscasubject African Americans Leidesdorff, William A. (William Alexander), 1810-1848 Mexican American Art Mural Painting And Decoration Gibbs, Mifflin Wistar Symbolism History Migration, Internal Segregation Narrative Art Pleasant, Mary Ellen, 1814-1904 Gold Mines And Mining California Minerscontributor Calisphere -
Great Wall Of Los Angeles: Detail: 1890 Los Angeles Mountains To The Shore; San Pedro Harbor
title Great Wall Of Los Angeles: Detail: 1890 Los Angeles Mountains To The Shore; San Pedro Harbordescription A collaborative project by Judith Baca and over 400 employed youths and artists. The first one thousand feet were painted during the first summer of work in 1976. Additionally the first one thousand feet were divided into sections of 100 feet each. Although the content is highly integrated, each section was designed by a different artist under the general supervision of Judith Baca. Digital Library Development Program, UC San Diego, La Jolla, 92093-0175 (https://lib.ucsd.edu/digital-library) Los Angeles Valley College Narrative mural depicting California history from prehistory thru the 1920s. Designed by American Indian artist Charlie Brown, "From the Mountains to the Shore" depicts the San Pedro Harbor where, until recently, there was a great abundance of flying fish. The typical shops and buildings of turn of the century Los Angeles are depicted in this lyrical segment. Paintings Tujunga Wash, Los Angeles (California)artist/creator Baca, Judith Franciscasubject Missionaries Los Angeles Harbor (Calif.) Mural Painting And Decoration Humor History Cities And Towns Narrative Art Symbolism Californiacontributor Calisphere -
Great Wall Of Los Angeles: Detail: 1848 Bandaide
title Great Wall Of Los Angeles: Detail: 1848 Bandaidedescription A collaborative project by Judith Baca and over 400 employed youths and artists. The first one thousand feet were painted during the first summer of work in 1976. Additionally the first one thousand feet were divided into sections of 100 feet each. Although the content is highly integrated, each section was designed by a different artist under the general supervision of Judith Baca. Digital Library Development Program, UC San Diego, La Jolla, 92093-0175 (https://lib.ucsd.edu/digital-library) Los Angeles Valley College Narrative mural depicting California history from prehistory thru the 1920s. In the state capital at Monterey, ex‑Southerners passed laws-WHITES ONLY‑which did not allow people of Mexican, Black or Chinese descent to make claims. Biddy Mason, an ex‑slave from Georgia who fought extradition under the fugitive slave laws and who became wealthy, was known for her charity and was a founder of the African Methodist Church in Los Angeles. Joaquin Murieta, a legendary Mexican Robin Hood, fights for the oppressed: The landless who "squat" on the state; the "hanging tree" victims of prejudice; and the Indians who are slaughtered with the coming of the "Iron Horse". Paintings Tujunga Wash, Los Angeles (California)artist/creator Baca, Judith Franciscasubject Mexican American Art Mural Painting And Decoration Murieta, Joaquín Railroads History Violence Segregation Mason, Biddy, 1818-1891 Narrative Art Symbolism Gold Mines And Mining California Minerscontributor Calisphere -
Great Wall Of Los Angeles: Detail: 1522 Spanish Arrival, Portolà
title Great Wall Of Los Angeles: Detail: 1522 Spanish Arrival, Portolàdescription A collaborative project by Judith Baca and over 400 employed youths and artists. The first one thousand feet were painted during the first summer of work in 1976. Additionally the first one thousand feet were divided into sections of 100 feet each. Although the content is highly integrated, each section was designed by a different artist under the general supervision of Judith Baca. Digital Library Development Program, UC San Diego, La Jolla, 92093-0175 (https://lib.ucsd.edu/digital-library) Los Angeles Valley College Narrative mural depicting California history from prehistory thru the 1920s. Designed by Judith Baca, this detail focuses on the Spanish explorer Portolà, who brought the first expedition from Mexico to L.A. in 1769. Paintings Tujunga Wash, Los Angeles (California)artist/creator Baca, Judith Franciscasubject Mexican American Art Mural Painting And Decoration History Narrative Art Symbolism Explorers California Portolá, Gaspar Decontributor Calisphere -
Great Wall Of Los Angeles: Detail: 20,000 B.C. Pre-Historic California, Migration
title Great Wall Of Los Angeles: Detail: 20,000 B.C. Pre-Historic California, Migrationdescription A collaborative project by Judith Baca and over 400 employed youths and artists. The first one thousand feet were painted during the first summer of work in 1976. Additionally the first one thousand feet were divided into sections of 100 feet each. Although the content is highly integrated, each section was designed by a different artist under the general supervision of Judith Baca. Digital Library Development Program, UC San Diego, La Jolla, 92093-0175 (https://lib.ucsd.edu/digital-library) Los Angeles Valley College Narrative mural depicting California history from prehistory thru the 1920s. Designed by Kristi Lucas, this detail focuses on the arrival of people on the American continent coming from Asia, according to the Bering Strait land bridge theory. Paintings Tujunga Wash, Los Angeles (California)artist/creator Baca, Judith Franciscasubject Indians Of North America Mexican American Art Mural Painting And Decoration History La Brea Pits (Calif.) Migration, Internal Narrative Art Bering Land Bridge Symbolism Californiacontributor Calisphere -
Great Wall Of Los Angeles: Detail: 1822 Mexican Rule
title Great Wall Of Los Angeles: Detail: 1822 Mexican Ruledescription A collaborative project by Judith Baca and over 400 employed youths and artists. The first one thousand feet were painted during the first summer of work in 1976. Additionally the first one thousand feet were divided into sections of 100 feet each. Although the content is highly integrated, each section was designed by a different artist under the general supervision of Judith Baca. Digital Library Development Program, UC San Diego, La Jolla, 92093-0175 (https://lib.ucsd.edu/digital-library) Los Angeles Valley College Narrative mural depicting California history from prehistory thru the 1920s. This detail focus on a missionary opening his arms toward a mission, just after Mexico claims California. Mexico governed California until 1843, the sword and the Bible marching hand in hand. Paintings Tujunga Wash, Los Angeles (California)artist/creator Baca, Judith Franciscasubject Missionaries Mural Painting And Decoration Lakes Landscapes History Narrative Art Symbolism Missions Californiacontributor Calisphere -
Great Wall Of Los Angeles: Detail: Detail: 1822 Mexican Rule, Pueblo Indians
title Great Wall Of Los Angeles: Detail: Detail: 1822 Mexican Rule, Pueblo Indiansdescription A collaborative project by Judith Baca and over 400 employed youths and artists. The first one thousand feet were painted during the first summer of work in 1976. Additionally the first one thousand feet were divided into sections of 100 feet each. Although the content is highly integrated, each section was designed by a different artist under the general supervision of Judith Baca. Digital Library Development Program, UC San Diego, La Jolla, 92093-0175 (https://lib.ucsd.edu/digital-library) Los Angeles Valley College Narrative mural depicting California history from prehistory thru the 1920s. Designed by Judith Hernandez, this detail focuses on the Pueblo Indians who toil the land only to have it taken way from them. Paintings Tujunga Wash, Los Angeles (California)artist/creator Baca, Judith Franciscasubject Indians Of North America Mexican American Art Mural Painting And Decoration Landscapes History Cornstalks Pueblo Indians Narrative Art Symbolism Agriculture Californiacontributor Calisphere -
Great Wall Of Los Angeles: Detail: 1890 Los Angeles Mountains To The Shore
title Great Wall Of Los Angeles: Detail: 1890 Los Angeles Mountains To The Shoredescription A collaborative project by Judith Baca and over 400 employed youths and artists. The first one thousand feet were painted during the first summer of work in 1976. Additionally the first one thousand feet were divided into sections of 100 feet each. Although the content is highly integrated, each section was designed by a different artist under the general supervision of Judith Baca. Digital Library Development Program, UC San Diego, La Jolla, 92093-0175 (https://lib.ucsd.edu/digital-library) Los Angeles Valley College Narrative mural depicting California history from prehistory thru the 1920s. Designed by American Indian artist Charlie Brown, "From the Mountains to the Shore" begins with San Pedro Harbor where, until recently, there was a great abundance of flying fish. Paintings Tujunga Wash, Los Angeles (California)artist/creator Baca, Judith Franciscasubject Mural Painting And Decoration History Fishes Fishers Narrative Art Symbolism California Sailing Shipscontributor Calisphere -
Great Wall Of Los Angeles: Detail: World War I, Doughboys
title Great Wall Of Los Angeles: Detail: World War I, Doughboysdescription A collaborative project by Judith Baca and over 400 employed youths and artists. The 1978 project continues where the first 1000 feet left off. From this point forward, Baca exerted more control over the design, which resulted in more stylistic unity and an evolving complexity in the transitions between the sections and linkages between historical incidents. Digital Library Development Program, UC San Diego, La Jolla, 92093-0175 (https://lib.ucsd.edu/digital-library) Los Angeles Valley College Paintings Take up the Sword of Justice The "doughboys" leave, kissing their wives and girlfriends goodbye. In the recruiting poster, woman appears in her mythic form as the symbol of Liberty. In reality, she works in the war industry replacing men in nontraditional jobs like welding, as well as contributing to the war effort through "women's jobs" like nursing. Tujunga Wash, Los Angeles (California)artist/creator Baca, Judith Franciscasubject Mexican American Art Mural Painting And Decoration Symbolism History World War, 1914-1918 Soldiers Narrative Art Kissing Railroad Trains Californiacontributor Calisphere -
Great Wall Of Los Angeles: Detail: 1822 Mexican Rule, Spanish Land Baron
title Great Wall Of Los Angeles: Detail: 1822 Mexican Rule, Spanish Land Barondescription A collaborative project by Judith Baca and over 400 employed youths and artists. The first one thousand feet were painted during the first summer of work in 1976. Additionally the first one thousand feet were divided into sections of 100 feet each. Although the content is highly integrated, each section was designed by a different artist under the general supervision of Judith Baca. Digital Library Development Program, UC San Diego, La Jolla, 92093-0175 (https://lib.ucsd.edu/digital-library) Los Angeles Valley College Narrative mural depicting California history from prehistory thru the 1920s. Designed by Judith Hernandez, this detail zooms in on the Spanish land baron, illustrating the "hacendados" who dominated early California. His serape is formed by the land and labor of the Indians which he has taken and used to build the hacienda toward which he looks and where an elegant wedding is taking place. Paintings Tujunga Wash, Los Angeles (California)artist/creator Baca, Judith Franciscasubject Mexican American Art Mural Painting And Decoration Symbolism History Narrative Art Cattle Barons (Noblemen) Agriculture Californiacontributor Calisphere -
Great Wall Of Los Angeles: Detail: 20,000 B.C. Pre-Historic California
title Great Wall Of Los Angeles: Detail: 20,000 B.C. Pre-Historic Californiadescription A collaborative project by Judith Baca and over 400 employed youths and artists. The first one thousand feet were painted during the first summer of work in 1976. Additionally the first one thousand feet were divided into sections of 100 feet each. Although the content is highly integrated, each section was designed by a different artist under the general supervision of Judith Baca. Digital Library Development Program, UC San Diego, La Jolla, 92093-0175 (https://lib.ucsd.edu/digital-library) Los Angeles Valley College Narrative mural depicting California history from prehistory thru the 1920s. The initial segment, designed by Kristi Lucas, begins in 20,000 BC when the animals whose bones were found in the La Brea Tar Pits still wandered among the plants and trees native to the area. By 10,000 BC, as Indians migrated to the Americas, perhaps on a land bridge, the Chumash Indian peoples settled in this region. Paintings Tujunga Wash, Los Angeles (California)artist/creator Baca, Judith Franciscasubject Indians Of North America Animals--Fossil Mural Painting And Decoration History La Brea Pits (Calif.) Mammoths Migration, Internal Narrative Art Bering Land Bridge Symbolism Californiacontributor Calisphere -
Great Wall Of Los Angeles: Detail: 1890 Los Angeles Mountains To The Shore; Immigrants
title Great Wall Of Los Angeles: Detail: 1890 Los Angeles Mountains To The Shore; Immigrantsdescription A collaborative project by Judith Baca and over 400 employed youths and artists. The first one thousand feet were painted during the first summer of work in 1976. Additionally the first one thousand feet were divided into sections of 100 feet each. Although the content is highly integrated, each section was designed by a different artist under the general supervision of Judith Baca. Digital Library Development Program, UC San Diego, La Jolla, 92093-0175 (https://lib.ucsd.edu/digital-library) Los Angeles Valley College Narrative mural depicting California history from prehistory thru the 1920s. The concluding 100 feet of first summer's work. It pays homage to the new wave of immigrants and their labor, important in the development of this region. Designed by Isabel Castro, the section begins with an image showing these new arrivals in a wave of flags which indicated their varied origins. Paintings Tujunga Wash, Los Angeles (California)artist/creator Baca, Judith Franciscasubject Mural Painting And Decoration History Employees Narrative Art Immigrants Symbolism California Flagscontributor Calisphere -
Great Wall Of Los Angeles: Detail: World War I, Female Nurses Helping A Wounded Soldier
title Great Wall Of Los Angeles: Detail: World War I, Female Nurses Helping A Wounded Soldierdescription A collaborative project by Judith Baca and over 400 employed youths and artists. The 1978 project continues where the first 1000 feet left off. From this point forward, Baca exerted more control over the design, which resulted in more stylistic unity and an evolving complexity in the transitions between the sections and linkages between historical incidents. Digital Library Development Program, UC San Diego, La Jolla, 92093-0175 (https://lib.ucsd.edu/digital-library) Los Angeles Valley College Paintings Tujunga Wash, Los Angeles (California) Women in the war experience.artist/creator Baca, Judith Franciscasubject Mural Painting And Decoration Soldiers--Wounds And Injuries History World War, 1914-1918 Narrative Art Nurses Symbolism Californiacontributor Calisphere -
Great Wall Of Los Angeles: Detail: 1822 Mexican Rule, Hacienda
title Great Wall Of Los Angeles: Detail: 1822 Mexican Rule, Haciendadescription A collaborative project by Judith Baca and over 400 employed youths and artists. The first one thousand feet were painted during the first summer of work in 1976. Additionally the first one thousand feet were divided into sections of 100 feet each. Although the content is highly integrated, each section was designed by a different artist under the general supervision of Judith Baca. Digital Library Development Program, UC San Diego, La Jolla, 92093-0175 (https://lib.ucsd.edu/digital-library) Los Angeles Valley College Narrative mural depicting California history from prehistory thru the 1920s. This detail focuses on a hacienda, typical of New Spain. Paintings Tujunga Wash, Los Angeles (California)artist/creator Baca, Judith Franciscasubject Haciendas Mexican American Art Mural Painting And Decoration History Weddings Narrative Art Courtyards Symbolism California Fountainscontributor Calisphere -
Great Wall Of Los Angeles: Detail: 1848 Bandaide And 1868 Sojourners
title Great Wall Of Los Angeles: Detail: 1848 Bandaide And 1868 Sojournersdescription A collaborative project by Judith Baca and over 400 employed youths and artists. The first one thousand feet were painted during the first summer of work in 1976. Additionally the first one thousand feet were divided into sections of 100 feet each. Although the content is highly integrated, each section was designed by a different artist under the general supervision of Judith Baca. California History: Prehistoric thru 1920s Joaquin Murieta, a legendary Mexican Robin Hood, fights for the oppressed: The landless who "squat" on the state; the "hanging tree" victims of prejudice; and the Indians who are slaughtered with the coming of the "Iron Horse". Digital Library Development Program, UC San Diego, La Jolla, 92093-0175 (https://lib.ucsd.edu/digital-library) Los Angeles Valley College Paintings Tujunga Wash, Los Angeles (California)artist/creator Baca, Judith Franciscasubject Indians Of North America Mexican American Art Mural Painting And Decoration Murieta, Joaquín Railroads History Violence Narrative Art Immigrants Symbolism Gold Mines And Mining Californiacontributor Calisphere -
Great Wall Of Los Angeles: Detail: 1,000 A.D. Early Californians
title Great Wall Of Los Angeles: Detail: 1,000 A.D. Early Californiansdescription A collaborative project by Judith Baca and over 400 employed youths and artists. The first one thousand feet were painted during the first summer of work in 1976. Additionally the first one thousand feet were divided into sections of 100 feet each. Although the content is highly integrated, each section was designed by a different artist under the general supervision of Judith Baca. Digital Library Development Program, UC San Diego, La Jolla, 92093-0175 (https://lib.ucsd.edu/digital-library) Los Angeles Valley College Narrative mural depicting California history from prehistory thru the 1920s. Designed by Christina Schlesinger, this section provides an overview of Chumash Indians' practical and spiritual life as it might have been in 1000 A.D. A vision in which human and animal spirits mingle expresses the Chumash religious sentiments. Paintings Tujunga Wash, Los Angeles (California)artist/creator Baca, Judith Franciscasubject Indians Of North America Spirits Mural Painting And Decoration Chumash Indians History Eagles Animals Visions Hunting And Gathering Societies Narrative Art Symbolism Californiacontributor Calisphere -
Great Wall Of Los Angeles: Detail: 1890 Los Angeles Mountains To The Shore; World Ward I
title Great Wall Of Los Angeles: Detail: 1890 Los Angeles Mountains To The Shore; World Ward Idescription A collaborative project by Judy Baca and over 400 employed youths and artists. The Great Wall was initially a beautification project proposed by the Army Corps of Engineers in 1974. Under the direction of Baca, the mural transformed into a bold illustration of the history of California from the state's prehistoric past to the struggles of its ethnic minorities for civil rights and equality. Digital Library Development Program, UC San Diego, La Jolla, 92093-0175 (https://lib.ucsd.edu/digital-library) Los Angeles Valley College Narrative mural depicting California history from prehistory thru the 1920s. The concluding 100 feet of first first summer's work. It pays homage to the new wave of immigrants and their labor, important in the development of this region. The segment continues with the invention of the car and airplane, which shaped the development of 20th century California. Paintings Tujunga Wash, Los Angeles (California)artist/creator Baca, Judith Franciscasubject Automobiles Mural Painting And Decoration History Airplanes Technological Innovations Employees World War, 1914-1918 Narrative Art Medals Immigrants Symbolism Horizon Agriculture California Flagscontributor Calisphere -
Great Wall Of Los Angeles: Detail: 1868 Sojourners; Chinese Massacre Of 1871
title Great Wall Of Los Angeles: Detail: 1868 Sojourners; Chinese Massacre Of 1871description A collaborative project by Judith Baca and over 400 employed youths and artists. The first one thousand feet were painted during the first summer of work in 1976. Additionally the first one thousand feet were divided into sections of 100 feet each. Although the content is highly integrated, each section was designed by a different artist under the general supervision of Judith Baca. Digital Library Development Program, UC San Diego, La Jolla, 92093-0175 (https://lib.ucsd.edu/digital-library) Los Angeles Valley College Narrative mural depicting California history from prehistory thru the 1920s. This detail focuses on the Chinese massacre of 1871, a racially motivated riot on October 24, 1871, when a mob of white men entered Los Angeles' Chinatown to attack, rob and murder Chinese residents of the city. Paintings Tujunga Wash, Los Angeles (California)artist/creator Baca, Judith Franciscasubject Mural Painting And Decoration Massacres Immigrants History Violence Narrative Art Chinese Symbolism Californiacontributor Calisphere -
Great Wall Of Los Angeles: Detail: 1822 Mexican Rule
title Great Wall Of Los Angeles: Detail: 1822 Mexican Ruledescription A collaborative project by Judith Baca and over 400 employed youths and artists. The first one thousand feet were painted during the first summer of work in 1976. Additionally the first one thousand feet were divided into sections of 100 feet each. Although the content is highly integrated, each section was designed by a different artist under the general supervision of Judith Baca. Digital Library Development Program, UC San Diego, La Jolla, 92093-0175 (https://lib.ucsd.edu/digital-library) Los Angeles Valley College Narrative mural depicting California history from prehistory thru the 1920s. This detail focuses on soldiers raising the Mexican Flag, staking claim to California. Mexico governed California until 1843, the sword and the Bible marching hand in hand. Paintings Tujunga Wash, Los Angeles (California)artist/creator Baca, Judith Franciscasubject Flags--Mexico Mexican American Art Mural Painting And Decoration History Soldiers Narrative Art Symbolism Californiacontributor Calisphere -
Great Wall Of Los Angeles: Detail: 1868 Sojourners
title Great Wall Of Los Angeles: Detail: 1868 Sojournersdescription A collaborative project by Judith Baca and over 400 employed youths and artists. The first one thousand feet were painted during the first summer of work in 1976. Additionally the first one thousand feet were divided into sections of 100 feet each. Although the content is highly integrated, each section was designed by a different artist under the general supervision of Judith Baca. Digital Library Development Program, UC San Diego, La Jolla, 92093-0175 (https://lib.ucsd.edu/digital-library) Los Angeles Valley College Narrative mural depicting California history from prehistory thru the 1920s. Paintings Tujunga Wash, Los Angeles (California)artist/creator Baca, Judith Franciscasubject Mexican American Art Mural Painting And Decoration Immigrants Railroads History Employees Narrative Art Chinese Symbolism Gold Mines And Mining Californiacontributor Calisphere -
Great Wall Of Los Angeles: Detail: 1,000 A.D. Early Californians
title Great Wall Of Los Angeles: Detail: 1,000 A.D. Early Californiansdescription A collaborative project by Judith Baca and over 400 employed youths and artists. The first one thousand feet were painted during the first summer of work in 1976. Additionally the first one thousand feet were divided into sections of 100 feet each. Although the content is highly integrated, each section was designed by a different artist under the general supervision of Judith Baca. Digital Library Development Program, UC San Diego, La Jolla, 92093-0175 (https://lib.ucsd.edu/digital-library) Los Angeles Valley College Narrative mural depicting California history from prehistory thru the 1920s. Designed by Christina Schlesinger, this section provides an overview of the Chumash Indians' practical and spiritual life as it might have been in 1000 A.D. A vision in which human and animal spirits mingle expresses the Chumash religious sentiments. Paintings Tujunga Wash, Los Angeles (California)artist/creator Baca, Judith Franciscasubject Indians Of North America Mural Painting And Decoration Chumash Indians History Animals Visions Narrative Art Symbolism Californiacontributor Calisphere -
Great Wall Of Los Angeles: Detail: Names Of Mural Makers And Spac Artists
title Great Wall Of Los Angeles: Detail: Names Of Mural Makers And Spac Artistsdescription A collaborative project by Judith Baca and over 400 employed youths and artists. The first one thousand feet were painted during the first summer of work in 1976. Additionally the first one thousand feet were divided into sections of 100 feet each. Although the content is highly integrated, each section was designed by a different artist under the general supervision of Judith Baca. Digital Library Development Program, UC San Diego, La Jolla, 92093-0175 (https://lib.ucsd.edu/digital-library) Los Angeles Valley College Narrative mural depicting California history from prehistory thru the 1920s. The first one thousand feet end with a list of artist who participated in making the mural in the summer of 1976. Paintings Tujunga Wash, Los Angeles (California)artist/creator Baca, Judith Franciscasubject Mural Painting And Decorationcontributor Calisphere -
Great Wall Of Los Angeles: Detail: 1868 Sojourners: Chinese Laborers Working On The Transcontinental Railroad
title Great Wall Of Los Angeles: Detail: 1868 Sojourners: Chinese Laborers Working On The Transcontinental Railroaddescription A collaborative project by Judith Baca and over 400 employed youths and artists. The first one thousand feet were painted during the first summer of work in 1976. Additionally the first one thousand feet were divided into sections of 100 feet each. Although the content is highly integrated, each section was designed by a different artist under the general supervision of Judith Baca. Digital Library Development Program, UC San Diego, La Jolla, 92093-0175 (https://lib.ucsd.edu/digital-library) Los Angeles Valley College Narrative mural depicting California history from prehistory thru the 1920s. Designed by Gary Takamoto, the Chinese segment shows the workers on the transcontinental railroad, which was built largely by Chinese labor. The faces which appear in the smoke of the locomotive honor those who died in the course of this mammoth undertaking. Paintings Tujunga Wash, Los Angeles (California)artist/creator Baca, Judith Franciscasubject Mexican American Art Mural Painting And Decoration Immigrants Railroads History Employees Narrative Art Chinese Symbolism Californiacontributor Calisphere -
Great Wall Of Los Angeles: Detail: 1,000 A.D. Early Californians And 1522 Spanish Arrival
title Great Wall Of Los Angeles: Detail: 1,000 A.D. Early Californians And 1522 Spanish Arrivaldescription A collaborative project by Judith Baca and over 400 employed youths and artists. The first one thousand feet were painted during the first summer of work in 1976. Additionally the first one thousand feet were divided into sections of 100 feet each. Although the content is highly integrated, each section was designed by a different artist under the general supervision of Judith Baca. Digital Library Development Program, UC San Diego, La Jolla, 92093-0175 (https://lib.ucsd.edu/digital-library) Los Angeles Valley College Narrative mural depicting California history from prehistory thru the 1920s. The arrival of the Spanish explorer Portolà, who brought the first expedition from Mexico to L.A. in 1769, begins the third segment designed by Judith Baca. The figures in the clouds of smoke that rise from the Indian campfires represent the legendary Black Amazon Queen, Califia, whom Portolà expected to find and for whom California is named. The peaceful early history of the region ends with a white hand rising from the sea, symbol of the destruction of Native American life by white settlers. Paintings Tujunga Wash, Los Angeles (California)artist/creator Baca, Judith Franciscasubject Indians Of North America Mural Painting And Decoration History Visions Narrative Art Symbolism Explorers Californiacontributor Calisphere -
Great Wall Of Los Angeles: Detail: World War I Doughboys
title Great Wall Of Los Angeles: Detail: World War I Doughboysdescription A collaborative project by Judy Baca and over 400 employed youths and artists. the Great Wall was initially a beautification project proposed by the Army Corps of Engineers in 1974. Under the direction of Baca, the mural transformed into a bold illustration of the history of California from the state's prehistoric past to the struggles of its ethnic minorities for civil rights and equality. Digital Library Development Program, UC San Diego, La Jolla, 92093-0175 (https://lib.ucsd.edu/digital-library) Los Angeles Valley College Paintings The "doughboys" leave, kissing their wives and girlfriends goodbye. In the recruiting poster, woman appears in her mythic form as the symbol of Liberty. In reality, she works in the war industry replacing men in nontraditional jobs like welding, as well as contributing to the war effort through "women's jobs" like nursing. Tujunga Wash, Los Angeles (California)artist/creator Baca, Judith Franciscasubject Mural Painting And Decoration Symbolism History World War, 1914-1918 Soldiers Narrative Art Kissing Railroad Trains Californiacontributor Calisphere -
Great Wall Of Los Angeles: General View Of The First 1,000 Feet
title Great Wall Of Los Angeles: General View Of The First 1,000 Feetdescription A collaborative project by Judith Baca and over 400 employed youths and artists. The first one thousand feet were painted during the first summer of work in 1976. Additionally the first one thousand feet were divided into sections of 100 feet each. Although the content is highly integrated, each section was designed by a different artist under the general supervision of Judith Baca. Digital Library Development Program, UC San Diego, La Jolla, 92093-0175 (https://lib.ucsd.edu/digital-library) Los Angeles Valley College Narrative mural depicting California history from prehistory thru the 1920s. Paintings Tujunga Wash, Los Angeles (California)artist/creator Baca, Judith Franciscasubject Mexican American Art Mural Painting And Decoration History Narrative Art Symbolism Californiacontributor Calisphere -
Great Wall Of Los Angeles: Detail: 1522 Spanish Arrival
title Great Wall Of Los Angeles: Detail: 1522 Spanish Arrivaldescription A collaborative project by Judith Baca and over 400 employed youths and artists. The first one thousand feet were painted during the first summer of work in 1976. Additionally the first one thousand feet were divided into sections of 100 feet each. Although the content is highly integrated, each section was designed by a different artist under the general supervision of Judith Baca. Digital Library Development Program, UC San Diego, La Jolla, 92093-0175 (https://lib.ucsd.edu/digital-library) Los Angeles Valley College Narrative mural depicting California history from prehistory thru the 1920s. Father Junipero Serra arrives in California on a mule. Founder of missions throughout California, he is depicted with the San Fernando mission behind him. Within a year after the arrival of the Spaniard, a large percentage of the Native American population died of diseases that the White men brought. For this reason, the San Fernando Mission became known to the Indians as the "House of Death". Paintings Tujunga Wash, Los Angeles (California)artist/creator Baca, Judith Franciscasubject Missionaries Indians Of North America Mexican American Art Mural Painting And Decoration Serra, Junípero, 1713-1784 Symbolism History Narrative Art Mules Missions California Sailing Shipscontributor Calisphere -
Great Wall Of Los Angeles: Detail: World War I Doughboys
title Great Wall Of Los Angeles: Detail: World War I Doughboysdescription A collaborative project by Judy Baca and over 400 employed youths and artists. the Great Wall was initially a beautification project proposed by the Army Corps of Engineers in 1974. Under the direction of Baca, the mural transformed into a bold illustration of the history of California from the state's prehistoric past to the struggles of its ethnic minorities for civil rights and equality. Digital Library Development Program, UC San Diego, La Jolla, 92093-0175 (https://lib.ucsd.edu/digital-library) Los Angeles Valley College Paintings The "doughboys" leave, kissing their wives and girlfriends goodbye. In the recruiting poster, woman appears in her mythic form as the symbol of Liberty. In reality, she works in the war industry replacing men in nontraditional jobs like welding, as well as contributing to the war effort through "women's jobs" like nursing. Tujunga Wash, Los Angeles (California)artist/creator Baca, Judith Franciscasubject Mural Painting And Decoration Symbolism History World War, 1914-1918 Soldiers Narrative Art Wounds And Injuries Kissing Californiacontributor Calisphere -
Great Wall Of Los Angeles: Detail: 1522 Spanish Arrival
title Great Wall Of Los Angeles: Detail: 1522 Spanish Arrivaldescription A collaborative project by Judith Baca and over 400 employed youths and artists. The first one thousand feet were painted during the first summer of work in 1976. Additionally the first one thousand feet were divided into sections of 100 feet each. Although the content is highly integrated, each section was designed by a different artist under the general supervision of Judith Baca. Digital Library Development Program, UC San Diego, La Jolla, 92093-0175 (https://lib.ucsd.edu/digital-library) Los Angeles Valley College Narrative mural depicting California history from prehistory thru the 1920s. Father Junipero Serra arrives in California on a mule. Founder of missions throughout California, he is depicted with the San Fernando mission behind him. It is commonly believed that the founders of Los Angeles were Spanish. In fact, of the 22 adult members of the expedition that founded the city in 1781, only one was Spanish. The rest were Mulatto, Black, Mestizo or Indian, as they are in this representation. Paintings Tujunga Wash, Los Angeles (California)artist/creator Baca, Judith Franciscasubject Indians Of North America Mexican American Art Mural Painting And Decoration Serra, Junípero, 1713-1784 Symbolism History Narrative Art Cattle Mules Missions Californiacontributor Calisphere -
Great Wall Of Los Angeles: Detail: A New Perspecive On Edison And William S. Hart
title Great Wall Of Los Angeles: Detail: A New Perspecive On Edison And William S. Hartdescription Digital Library Development Program, UC San Diego, La Jolla, 92093-0175 (https://lib.ucsd.edu/digital-library) Edison’s Mexican‑American heritage is symbolized by the Chichimeca corn goddess who whispers the secrets of the ancient builders and inventors in his ear. In one hand he holds a light bulb which lights the world, in the other a movie camera symbolizing the modern communications industry. Hollywood is celebrated by the depiction of William S. Hart, star of the first cowboy movie ever made, "The Great Train Robbery." The scene shows the movie actors on the set and also in the camera viewer. The 1978 Project ends with a list of participating artists. Los Angeles Valley College Paintings Tujunga Wash, Los Angeles (California)artist/creator Baca, Judith Franciscasubject Actors Goddesses Chichimecs Hart, William S. (William Surrey), 1864-1946 Inventions Mural Painting And Decoration Symbolism History Light Bulbs Motion Picture Cameras Narrative Art Cityscapes (Representations) Pyramids California Edison, Thomas A. (Thomas Alva), 1847-1931 Cowboyscontributor Calisphere -
Great Wall Of Los Angeles: Detail: A Navtive American Holy Man
title Great Wall Of Los Angeles: Detail: A Navtive American Holy Mandescription A collaborative project by Judith Baca and over 400 employed youths and artists. The first one thousand feet were painted during the first summer of work in 1976. Additionally the first one thousand feet were divided into sections of 100 feet each. Although the content is highly integrated, each section was designed by a different artist under the general supervision of Judith Baca. Digital Library Development Program, UC San Diego, La Jolla, 92093-0175 (https://lib.ucsd.edu/digital-library) Los Angeles Valley College Narrative mural depicting California history from prehistory thru the 1920s. Designed by Christina Schlesinger, this detail focuses the Chumash Indian spiritual life as it might have been in 1000 A.D. Paintings Tujunga Wash, Los Angeles (California)artist/creator Baca, Judith Franciscasubject Indians Of North America Mexican American Art Mural Painting And Decoration Chumash Indians Spirits Hunters History Eagles Bow And Arrow Visions Hunting And Gathering Societies Narrative Art Symbolism Californiacontributor Calisphere -
Great Wall Of Los Angeles: Detail: 1822 Mexican Rule
title Great Wall Of Los Angeles: Detail: 1822 Mexican Ruledescription A collaborative project by Judith Baca and over 400 employed youths and artists. The first one thousand feet were painted during the first summer of work in 1976. Additionally the first one thousand feet were divided into sections of 100 feet each. Although the content is highly integrated, each section was designed by a different artist under the general supervision of Judith Baca. Digital Library Development Program, UC San Diego, La Jolla, 92093-0175 (https://lib.ucsd.edu/digital-library) Los Angeles Valley College Narrative mural depicting California history from prehistory thru the 1920s. Mexico governed California until 1843, the sword and the Bible marching hand in hand. Paintings Tujunga Wash, Los Angeles (California)artist/creator Baca, Judith Franciscasubject Flags--Mexico Mexican American Art Missionaries Mural Painting And Decoration History Soldiers Missions Narrative Art Symbolism Agriculture California Mexicocontributor Calisphere -
Great Wall Of Los Angeles: Detail: A New Perspecive On Edison
title Great Wall Of Los Angeles: Detail: A New Perspecive On Edisondescription Digital Library Development Program, UC San Diego, La Jolla, 92093-0175 (https://lib.ucsd.edu/digital-library) Edison’s Mexican‑American heritage is symbolized by the Chichimeca corn goddess who whispers the secrets of the ancient builders and inventors in his ear. In one hand he holds a light bulb which lights the world, in the other a movie camera symbolizing the modern communications industry. Los Angeles Valley College Paintings Tujunga Wash, Los Angeles (California)artist/creator Baca, Judith Franciscasubject Goddesses Chichimecs Mural Painting And Decoration Symbolism History Light Bulbs Motion Picture Cameras Narrative Art Cityscapes (Representations) Pyramids California Edison, Thomas A. (Thomas Alva), 1847-1931 Inventionscontributor Calisphere -
Great Wall Of Los Angeles: Detail: 1880 Frontier California
title Great Wall Of Los Angeles: Detail: 1880 Frontier Californiadescription A collaborative project by Judith Baca and over 400 employed youths and artists. The first one thousand feet were painted during the first summer of work in 1976. Additionally the first one thousand feet were divided into sections of 100 feet each. Although the content is highly integrated, each section was designed by a different artist under the general supervision of Judith Baca. Digital Library Development Program, UC San Diego, La Jolla, 92093-0175 (https://lib.ucsd.edu/digital-library) Los Angeles Valley College Narrative mural depicting California history from prehistory thru the 1920s. Paintings Tujunga Wash, Los Angeles (California)artist/creator Baca, Judith Franciscasubject Oranges Horses Pony Express Indians Of North America Mural Painting And Decoration Symbolism History Murieta, Joaquín, -1853 Narrative Art Covered Wagons Pioneers Agriculture California Mexicocontributor Calisphere -
Great Wall Of Los Angeles: Detail: 1822 Mexican Rule, Battle
title Great Wall Of Los Angeles: Detail: 1822 Mexican Rule, Battledescription A collaborative project by Judith Baca and over 400 employed youths and artists. The first one thousand feet were painted during the first summer of work in 1976. Additionally the first one thousand feet were divided into sections of 100 feet each. Although the content is highly integrated, each section was designed by a different artist under the general supervision of Judith Baca. Digital Library Development Program, UC San Diego, La Jolla, 92093-0175 (https://lib.ucsd.edu/digital-library) Los Angeles Valley College Narrative mural depicting California history from prehistory thru the 1920s. This detail focuses on the Mexican land barons cheering for and assisting the Mexican Army against the US cavalry for control of California. Paintings Tujunga Wash, Los Angeles (California)artist/creator Baca, Judith Franciscasubject Haciendas Battles Mexican American Art Mural Painting And Decoration Symbolism History Weddings Narrative Art Barons (Noblemen) Gold Mines And Mining Californiacontributor Calisphere