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Drawing Depicting A Mexican Man Playing "Carera Del Gallo", A Game Where One Grabs A Rooster While On Horseback, Ca.1800
title Drawing Depicting A Mexican Man Playing "Carera Del Gallo", A Game Where One Grabs A Rooster While On Horseback, Ca.1800description Photograph of a drawing depicting a Mexican man playing "Carera del Gallo", a game where one grabs a rooster while on horseback, ca.1800. The outstretched profile of the man's horse at full stride fills much of the image, as the man leans down over his horse to grab a rooster from below. The rooster itself appears to be nestled in a hole, and only its head shows.artist/creator Pierce, C.C. (Charles C.), 1861-1946contributor Calisphere -
Portrait Of Trail Boss Turnis (Travis?) Henry, 1891
title Portrait Of Trail Boss Turnis (Travis?) Henry, 1891description Photographic portrait of trail boss Turnis (Travis?) Henry, 1891. Mr. Henry is pictured in profile astride his horse. He wears long rider's gloves, a vest and a wide-brimmed hat. He holds the reigns with his right hand. Shadow from his hat obscures much of his face. A blanket his rolled and strapped behind him on the horse's back, flopping on either side.artist/creator Huffman, L.Asubject Horses Plains Photographers--Huffman, L.A Photographers Henry, Tunis Mexican Americans Cowboyscontributor Calisphere -
Caballeros In The La Fiesta Parade In Los Angeles, Ca.1897
title Caballeros In The La Fiesta Parade In Los Angeles, Ca.1897description Photograph of caballeros in the La Fiesta Parade in Los Angeles, ca.1897. A group of horsemen dressed as boleros, Indians and cowboys makes its way in no particular formation down the paved street, in which streetcar rails can be seen. Spectators stand along the sidewalk in the background, beneath the cloth canopies of shop fronts. Legible signs include: "C. H. Royston", and "Drugs".artist/creator Garden City Photosubject Festivals Parades Roadways La Fiesta De Los Angeles Mexican Americans Festivals And Parades--La Fiesta--1897contributor Calisphere -
Alaskan Float For Los Angeles' La Fiesta Parade, Ca.1894
title Alaskan Float For Los Angeles' La Fiesta Parade, Ca.1894description Photograph of an Alaskan Float for Los Angeles' La Fiesta Parade, ca.1894. A group of seven men dressed in white jockey suits and hats stand in front of a horse-drawn cart on top of which a fake igloo and ice formation have been built. Further to the right, a man in a hooded white robe stands in front of the four horses, which have been draped in white sheets with eye-holes cut out. The float is pictured on a patch of grass in front of a picket fence.artist/creator Unknownsubject Festivals Transportation Features La Fiesta De Los Angeles Festivals And Parades--La Fiesta--1894 Mexican Americanscontributor Calisphere -
La Fiesta De Los Angeles, 1875
title La Fiesta De Los Angeles, 1875description Photograph of the 49'ers procession at the Fiesta de Los Angeles on North Main Street, 1875. This is south from the Temple Block in front of the U.S. Hotel. Also visible are the La Franco Building and the El Dorado Store on top of which is a figure of a horse. The street is crowded with horse-drawn vehicles, onlookers, and the parade itself. Legible signs include: "El Dorado Store", "A. Col".... Mexican Americansartist/creator Unknownsubject Festivals Festivals And Parades--La Fiesta--1875 Roadways Temple Block La Fiesta De Los Angeles Mexican Americanscontributor Calisphere -
La Fiesta De Los Angeles, Ca.1873-1875
title La Fiesta De Los Angeles, Ca.1873-1875description Photograph of the 49'ers procession at the Fiesta de Los Angeles on North Main Street, ca.1873-1875. Visible buildings include the Bella Union Hotel, the Bank of Los Angeles, and the residence of Abel Stearns (later, 1877, the site of the Baker Block). The street is crowded with horse-drawn vehicles, onlookers, and the parade itself.artist/creator Unknownsubject Festivals Baker Block Festivals And Parades--La Fiesta--1875 Stearns, Abel Roadways La Fiesta De Los Angeles Mexican Americanscontributor Calisphere -
Large Crowd At The La Fiesta De Los Angeles Home Celebration Of Mexican Americans (At Estudillo House?), Los Angeles, Ca.1890
title Large Crowd At The La Fiesta De Los Angeles Home Celebration Of Mexican Americans (At Estudillo House?), Los Angeles, Ca.1890description Photograph of a large crowd at the La Fiesta de Los Angeles home celebration of Mexican Americans (at Estudillo House?), Los Angeles, ca.1890. The crowd consists of men, women and children gathered under the arcade in front of the adobe house. Several moms are nursing their newborns while several children run around playing. Lines of people are making their way into the house. Wooden posts support the roof of the arcade (or porch). Extending beyond the arcade is a pergola-like structure constructed of tree branches. Vines cover the pergola-like structure providing shade for the people standing below it.artist/creator Unknownsubject Festivals Festivals--La Fiesta De Los Angeles La Fiesta De Los Angeles Residential Sites Festivals And Parades--General Mexican Americanscontributor Calisphere -
Mexican-American Band In A Parade, 1937
title Mexican-American Band In A Parade, 1937description Photograph of a Mexican American band in a parade, 1937. Men dressed in lightly colored Mexican style suits walk in straight formation while playing instruments. Men in the front bang on drums while men in the back hold onto instruments that are not visible. A cluster of horses can be seen walking along the paved parade route in the left background while large groups of spectators watch from either side of the street. Buildings with large signs line the right side of the street while trees are scattered about the side of the street. This parade seems to be a continuation of the same parade pictured in CHS 46141.artist/creator Unknowncontributor Calisphere -
Mexican American Band And Two Dancers, Ca.1920
title Mexican American Band And Two Dancers, Ca.1920description Photograph of a Mexican American band and two dancers, ca.1920. A man wearing a decorative sash over his left shoulder and a mariachi suit stands in the center while a woman wearing a Mexican fiesta skirt and sombrero stands to his left. A man sits on the left with a guitar while a man sits on the right with a string instrument in his lap. Another man stands to the right holding a guitar. All of these men wear large sombreros and mariachi outfits. Photoprint reads "235 South Jacoba Street".artist/creator Unknowncontributor Calisphere -
Mexican Family At Home, California, Ca.1880
title Mexican Family At Home, California, Ca.1880description Photograph of Mexican family at home, California, ca.1880. Grouping of seven family members and an infant (photo bleached out there), standing by the doorways of their adobe. All the females wear shawls or rebosos, and one for the girls holds a clothed doll. The man wears a large hat, holds a cane in his left hand and a rifle in his right, with a cartridge belt around his waist over his jacket. He has a moustache.artist/creator Unknownsubject Arms And Armor Toys Residential Sites Family Mexicans Clothing And Dress Adobe Houses Mexican Americans Californioscontributor Calisphere -
Drawing Of A Mexican American Digging A Water Ditch, "Zanja", Near What May Be A Mission, Ca.1840
title Drawing Of A Mexican American Digging A Water Ditch, "Zanja", Near What May Be A Mission, Ca.1840description Photograph of a drawing of a Mexican American digging a water ditch, "zanja", near what may be a mission, ca.1840. The man's sleeves and pants are rolled up to his elbows and knees as he uses a shovel to pull dirt from the ankle-deep water in which he stands. He wears a sash at his waist and another around his lightly-colored hair. A cigarette hangs beneath his mustache with a line of smoke streaming to the left. The water ditch winds between two opposing banks which support rows of plants and a saddled horse on the right. The ditch leads to several large structures which stand in front of smooth hills in the background.artist/creator Unknowncontributor Calisphere -
Painting By James Walker Depicting A Well-Dressed California Caballero On His Horse, Ca.1840
title Painting By James Walker Depicting A Well-Dressed California Caballero On His Horse, Ca.1840description Photograph of a painting by James Walker depicting a well-dressed caballero on his horse, ca.1840. The man and horse are pictured in profile at center, facing right. The man wears a tan bolero suit with red trim and a white shirt, and carries a red horse-blanket behind him. His horse is deep brown and the grass beneath them appears to be parched. Picture file card reads "Los Angeles Museum of Natural History".artist/creator Walker, Jamescontributor Calisphere -
Drawing By Carlos Nebel Depicting What A Well Dressed California Horseman Would Have Worn In The 1830'S And 40'S, Ca.1839
title Drawing By Carlos Nebel Depicting What A Well Dressed California Horseman Would Have Worn In The 1830'S And 40'S, Ca.1839description Photograph of a drawing by Carlos Nebel depicting what a well dressed California horseman would have worn in the 1830's and 40's, ca.1839. A mounted vaquero is at center, facing to the left. He is riding a large dappled gray horse with its head raised high in the air. The man is wearing the costume of a Mexican cowboy, complete with flared pants decorated with different patterns and a cape wrapped around his shoulders. He has a broad brimmed hat and thick sideburns.artist/creator Nebel, Carloscontributor Calisphere -
A.F. Harmer'S Painting "Giving Him A Lift" Showing Two Vacqueros Aiding A Covered Wagon, Ca.1906
title A.F. Harmer'S Painting "Giving Him A Lift" Showing Two Vacqueros Aiding A Covered Wagon, Ca.1906description Photograph of A.F. Harmer's painting "Giving Him a Lift" showing two vacqueros aiding a covered wagon, ca.1906. Two men on horseback are shown to the right of center, and have hitched themselves to the covered wagon to the left, pulling it up the slope. Behind them, the women and children of a family can be seen in the wagon while an older man stands to its side. A mountain ridge is visible in the background.artist/creator Unknowncontributor Calisphere -
A.F. Harmer'S Painting "On The Way To The Summit" Showing A Group On Horseback Negotiating Mountain Terrain, 1906
title A.F. Harmer'S Painting "On The Way To The Summit" Showing A Group On Horseback Negotiating Mountain Terrain, 1906description Photograph of A.F. Harmer's painting "On the Way to the Summit" showing a group on horseback negotiating mountain terrain, 1906. To the left, farthest in the foreground, a man in bolero dress is pictured, beconing to a woman near the right as she makes her way across rocky terrain. In the far right distance, a second man can be seen on foot tending to two pack mules. A dog is also visible at center between the two horse riders.artist/creator Harmer, A.Fcontributor Calisphere -
Drawing Depicting Mexican Americans Washing Laundry In A Stream, Ca.1850
title Drawing Depicting Mexican Americans Washing Laundry In A Stream, Ca.1850description Photograph of a drawing depicting Mexican Americans washing laundry in a stream, ca.1850. A rough-hewn wooden cart is pictured in the foreground at left, dominating much of the image, while in the background right a woman in what appears to be a linen dress is scrubbing clothes against a rock. Other garments are hung on the branches above her. A second individual can be seen on the rocks farther left, looking out towards the cart. Picture file card reads "Contemporaneous sketch".artist/creator Unknowncontributor Calisphere -
A.F. Harmer'S Painting "Traveling In The Coast Range In The 40'S" Depicting A Mexican-American Man On Horseback In The Mountains, Ca.1850
title A.F. Harmer'S Painting "Traveling In The Coast Range In The 40'S" Depicting A Mexican-American Man On Horseback In The Mountains, Ca.1850description Photograph of A.F. Harmer's painting "Traveling in the Coast Range in the 40's" depicting a Mexican-American man on horseback in the mountains, ca.1850. A man in bolero dress is shown in profile riding his horse at center. He waves his hat in front of him, exposing his kercheif. A little girl, also on the horse, clutches him tightly around the waist. Mountains fill the background behind them.artist/creator Harmer, A.Fcontributor Calisphere -
Drawing Of A Mexican American Wedding Party, Ca.1843
title Drawing Of A Mexican American Wedding Party, Ca.1843description Photograph of a drawing of a Mexican American wedding party, "from Davis 75 years in California", ca.1843.artist/creator Unknowncontributor Calisphere -
Drawing Depicting A Skull Set Into A Tree With A Cowboy In The Background, Ca.1860
title Drawing Depicting A Skull Set Into A Tree With A Cowboy In The Background, Ca.1860description Photograph of a drawing depicting a skull set into a tree with a cowboy in the background, ca.1860. The cow skull is hung from a tree in the foreground at left by straps attached to the horns. A mounted cowboy can be seen gesturing towards the skull at right, while another rider can be seen in the distance at right. Below the skull at left, a small herd of cattle is grazing. According to the picture file card, a skull set into a tree was a common marker for a rancho boundary.artist/creator Unknowncontributor Calisphere -
Drawing Of A Water Carrier In The Early Days Of The Pueblo Los Angeles, Ca.1865
title Drawing Of A Water Carrier In The Early Days Of The Pueblo Los Angeles, Ca.1865description Photograph of a drawing of a water carrier in the early days of the Pueblo Los Angeles, ca.1865. The man is standing at right and facing the viewer. The water carrier is wearing a broad-brimmed hat, short-sleeved shirt, and rolled up pants. He is holding two large wooden buckets of water, one in each hand. At left is a single-wheeled wheelbarrow with a massive barrel in the middle. A pair of palm trees is at left, and a cactus is behind them. In the distance at center is a low, light-colored building with more palm trees behind it.artist/creator Unknownsubject Los Angeles Plaza Deserts Water-Supply Californios--Illustrations Mexican Americans El Pueblocontributor Calisphere -
Portrait Of The Nineteen Members Of The Ramirez Family At Los Nietos, Ca.1880
title Portrait Of The Nineteen Members Of The Ramirez Family At Los Nietos, Ca.1880description Photographic portrait of the nineteen members of the Ramirez family at Los Nietos, ca.1880. Picture file card reads: "Top row: (L.-R.) Barbara Lugo de Ramirez, Juanita Ramirez, Rosalia Ramirez, Carlos Ramirez, Anita Ramirez, Manuel Ramirez, Louisa Ramirez, Henrigue Ramirez, Delpina Gonzales de Ramirez, Francisca Zuniga de Ramirez, Angel Ramirez. Middle row: (L.-R.) Angel Ramirez (holding Angenito Ramirez), Dona Josefa Rangel de Ramirez, Hose Maria Ramirez, Juan Ramirez, Leon Ramirez. Bottom row: (L.-R.) Fourneo-Cipiens Ramirez, Leon Ramirez, Faurndo Ramirez". The men can be seen wearing suits with vests underneath, while the women wear long dresses with tight bodices. All of the men have mustaches.artist/creator Unknowncontributor Calisphere -
Portrait Of Six Couples Of "La Jota" Spanish Dancers Led By Jose Rivera, Los Angeles, Ca.1910
title Portrait Of Six Couples Of "La Jota" Spanish Dancers Led By Jose Rivera, Los Angeles, Ca.1910description Photographic portrait of six couples of "La Jota" Spanish dancers led by Jose Rivera, Los Angeles, ca.1910. The dancers are arranged in a line, alternating girl and then boy, from left to right. A mariachi band stands to the far right with a small boy standing in front of them. The men are dressed in bolero suits and the women wear skirts, blouses and bolero vests. The men hold their partners' left hands in the air with their own. Forest can be seen in the background.artist/creator Unknowncontributor Calisphere -
Portrait Of Six Couples Of "La Jota" Spanish Dancers In Various Poses Led By Jose Rivera, 1910
title Portrait Of Six Couples Of "La Jota" Spanish Dancers In Various Poses Led By Jose Rivera, 1910description Photographic portrait of six couples of "La Jota" Spanish dancers in various poses led by Jose Rivera, 1910. Men in bolero suits and women dressed in light-colored blouses, skirts and bolero vests dance with their arms raised at various levels while a mariachi band plays at right. A small boy stands in front of them. The second woman from the left in the front row of the dancers holds two hands from different people, the rightmost of which is obscured by another dancer. Forest is visible in the background.artist/creator Unknowncontributor Calisphere -
Portrait Of Five "Las Pollitas"("La Jota"?) Couples Of Spanish Dancers Led By Jose Rivera, Los Angeles, Ca.1920
title Portrait Of Five "Las Pollitas"("La Jota"?) Couples Of Spanish Dancers Led By Jose Rivera, Los Angeles, Ca.1920description Photographic portrait of five "Las Pollitas"("La Jota"?) couples of Spanish Dancers led by Jose Rivera, Los Angeles, ca.1920. A small boy stands at the center to two lines of dancers in front of a mariachi band. Two men stand to the right of center and three men stand to the left, all in bolero dress with their arms upraised to receive their partners' hands. The women, dressed in blouses, vests, and skirts stand to the far left and right. Forest is visible in the background.artist/creator Unknowncontributor Calisphere -
Portrait Of Don Antonio Coronel Playing A Guitar As Dona Mariana Coronel Stands By His Side, Ca.1886
title Portrait Of Don Antonio Coronel Playing A Guitar As Dona Mariana Coronel Stands By His Side, Ca.1886description Photographic portrait of Don Antonio Coronel playing a guitar as Dona Mariana Coronel stands by his side, ca.1886. They're both dressed in Mexican outfits. He can be seen seated on a chair (or stool?) at left with the guitar in his lap as he looks up at her at right. She can be seen looking down at him while resting her right hand on his back and the other on a loom. A building and potted plants can be seen behind the couple.artist/creator Unknowncontributor Calisphere -
Mexican Hat Dance In Front Of The Casa De Avila On Olvera Street, Los Angeles, Ca.1920
title Mexican Hat Dance In Front Of The Casa De Avila On Olvera Street, Los Angeles, Ca.1920description Photograph of a Mexican Hat Dance in front of the Casa de Avila on Olvera Street, Los Angeles, ca.1920. A crowd makes a wall of onlookers in the background as a man and a woman dance in circles around a sombrero that has been placed on the tiled patio. Men in ponchos and sombreros comprise a large portion of the audience. String musicians stand on the steps of the long adobe that is visible in the background. What appears to be a version of the Mexican flag flies in several locations. A telephone pole can be seen in the background to the left.artist/creator Unknownsubject Architecture, Domestic Los Angeles Plaza Avila Residential Sites Dance Adobe Houses Mexican Americans Californioscontributor Calisphere -
Ten Members Of The Vincente Lugo Family Pose At The Ranch House, Ca.1892
title Ten Members Of The Vincente Lugo Family Pose At The Ranch House, Ca.1892description Don Vicente Lugo retired to Rancho San Antonio in 1850, after having donated the family "town house" on the Los Angeles Plaza to Saint Vincent's College. The ranch house was built circa 1855. Avila Lugo lived on 35th Street near Maple Street. Andres Lugo lived in the first house north (of the ranch house?). Photograph of ten members of the Vincente Lugo family (includes two women and a small child) pose at the ranch house (Rancho San Antonio, Baker Avenue stores on Telegraph Road opposite Laguna School House), on the balcony and ground below, ca.1892. A garden is in the foreground. A picket fence, at right, obscures a carriage. A wagon is visible at left. Pictured on the porch (left to right): Vicente Perez Lugo (sister), Victoria Avila Lugo (sister), Annie Lugo Smith (niece), A.E. McConnell, Vicente Lugo (older brother), Andres Lugo. Pictured below (left to right): Filepe Lugo, Toney Lugo (nephew), Pedro Lugo, Governor Argullo (not a family member), B.A. Lugo (brother) [identifications by Pedro Lugo, 15 July 1924].artist/creator Unknownsubject Architecture, Domestic Housing Areas Lugo, Vicente Southern California Adobes Adobes Buildings Adobe Houses Mexican Americans Californioscontributor Calisphere -
An Older Couple Outside The "Hacienda Aguilar", At San Juan Capistrano Mission, Orange County, Ca.1885
title An Older Couple Outside The "Hacienda Aguilar", At San Juan Capistrano Mission, Orange County, Ca.1885description Photograph of an older couple outside the "Hacienda Aguilar", at San Juan Capistrano Mission, Orange County, ca.1885. The woman, kneeling just outside of the adobe and under the porch, is working food in a carved stone basin (metate). The man, outside of the porch, is splitting firewood. Propped up against the wall near the entrance to the adobe are a broom and a bucket. To the right of the entrance is a bed of taro plants. Behind the woman is an early adobe oven. Picture file card reads: "East end of north wing of Hacienda Aguilar ('La Casa de Esperanza') built and added to from 1794 to 1840's -- wife of the Alcalde D. Blas Aguilar, Dona Maria Antonia Gutierrez y Geta, posing with Indian stone metate and mano. Old Indian retainer, Rosario Cervantes, at work. Old adobe mission oven and ruined east wall of patio now entirely gone" -- unknown author, ca.1980.artist/creator James, G.Wsubject Architecture, Domestic Religious Facilities Aguilar Adobe Houses Mexican Americans Californioscontributor Calisphere -
View Of The Front Entrance To The Old Mill Of Mission San Gabriel, El Molino Viejo, Ca.1890
title View Of The Front Entrance To The Old Mill Of Mission San Gabriel, El Molino Viejo, Ca.1890description Photograph of a view of the front entrance to the old mill of Mission San Gabriel, El Molino Viejo, ca.1890. The two-story adobe mill is at center. A covered porch can be seen at center, and a balcony is visible above. Two small square windows are cut into the walls at left. Several trees are visible in the foreground, and a line of large bushes obscures the view of the base of the building. On the back of the photo is an advertisement for Pierce Photo studio - including "Chinese, Indian and Mexican Character Scenes."artist/creator Unknownsubject Racism Indians Of North America Mills And Mill-Work El Molino Viejo Ethnicity Los Angeles County--San Marino--Architecture--El Molino Viejo Chinese Americans Buildings Mexican Americanscontributor Calisphere -
The Murals Of Ramona Gardens. To Ace Out A Homeboy, Los Angeles, 1974
title The Murals Of Ramona Gardens. To Ace Out A Homeboy, Los Angeles, 1974description The murals of Ramona Gardens. To ace out a homeboy, 1974, 2871 Lancaster Avenue. In the center a Native American priest holds the dead body of a youth killed in gang violence. At his left a kneeling woman weeps, while on his other side a car drives off toward the big city. In acrylic by Manuel Cruz. Sponsored by Mechicano Arts Center -- Dunitz, Street gallery, p. 303, #29 A.contributor Calisphere -
The Murals Of Ramona Gardens. Ghosts Of The Barrio, Los Angeles, 1974
title The Murals Of Ramona Gardens. Ghosts Of The Barrio, Los Angeles, 1974description The murals of Ramona Gardens. Ghosts of the barrio, 1974, building 2731-37, Lancaster Avenue near Murchison Street. Four youth sitting on a back stoop, while next to them stand ghostly images of a Mexican revolutionary, a Spanish conquistador, and an Aztec warrior. By Wayne Healy. Sponsored by Mechicano Arts Center -- Dunitz, Street gallery, p. 304, #29 E.contributor Calisphere -
The Murals Of Estrada Courts. Virgin Of Guadalupe, Los Angeles, 1973
title The Murals Of Estrada Courts. Virgin Of Guadalupe, Los Angeles, 1973description The murals of Estrada Courts. Virgin of Guadalupe, untitled, Los Angles, 1973, 1301 Lorena Street (at Hunter Street), 32' x 24' by Steve Delgado -- Dunitz, Street gallery, p. 303, #28 AZ. "The murals were produced by a number of Chicano artists from Los Angeles, San Diego, and Northern California between 1972 and 1978, during the height of the Chicano civil rights and art movements" -- Estrada Courts at http://www.heritagepreservation.org/RPM/archive.html (viewed on Dec. 2, 2012).contributor Calisphere -
The Murals Of Estrada Courts. Two Indian Chiefs Facing Each Other, Los Angeles, 1974
title The Murals Of Estrada Courts. Two Indian Chiefs Facing Each Other, Los Angeles, 1974description The murals of Estrada Courts. Two Indian chiefs facing each other, untitled, 1974, 3384 1/2 Hunter Street. In acrylic on stucco, 32' x 24' by Sandy (resident youth) -- Dunitz, Street gallery, p. 303, #28 AY. "The murals were produced by a number of Chicano artists from Los Angeles, San Diego, and Northern California between 1972 and 1978, during the height of the Chicano civil rights and art movements" -- Estrada Courts at http://www.heritagepreservation.org/RPM/archive.html (viewed on Dec. 2, 2012).contributor Calisphere -
The Murals Of Estrada Courts. Headless Horseman Fighting A Bull (Unfinished), Los Angels
title The Murals Of Estrada Courts. Headless Horseman Fighting A Bull (Unfinished), Los Angelsdescription The murals of Estrada Courts. Headless Horseman fighting a bull (unfinished), [s.d.], 3356 1/2 Hunter Street. Unknown artist -- Dunitz, Street gallery, p. 303, #28 AX. "http://www.heritagepreservation.org/RPM/archive.html. "The murals were produced by a number of Chicano artists from Los Angeles, San Diego, and Northern California between 1972 and 1978, during the height of the Chicano civil rights and art movements" -- Estrada Courts at http://www.heritagepreservation.org/RPM/archive.html (viewed on Dec. 2, 2012).artist/creator Dunitz, Robin Jsubject Street Art Bullfights Mural Painting And Decoration Headless Horseman (Fictitious Character)contributor Calisphere -
The Murals Of Estrada Courts. Tribute To The Farmworkers, Los Angeles, 1974
title The Murals Of Estrada Courts. Tribute To The Farmworkers, Los Angeles, 1974description The murals of Estrada Courts. Tribute to the farmworkers, 1974, 1311 Lorena Street. The United Farmworkers Union flag being raised over cultivated fields by modern day agricultural workers, a Spanish soldier from the era of the Conquest, and a pre-Columbian Native American. In acrylic on stucco, 32' x 24' by Alexandro C. Maya -- Dunitz, Street gallery, p. 302, #28 AS. "The murals were produced by a number of Chicano artists from Los Angeles, San Diego, and Northern California between 1972 and 1978, during the height of the Chicano civil rights and art movements" -- Estrada Courts at http://www.heritagepreservation.org/RPM/archive.html (viewed on Dec. 2, 2012).subject Mural Painting And Decoration Agricultural Laborers Street Art United Farm Workers Of America Flagscontributor Calisphere -
Murals Of Estrada Courts. Underwater Scene, Los Angeles
title Murals Of Estrada Courts. Underwater Scene, Los Angelesdescription Murals of Estrada Courts. Underwater scene, untitled, [s.d.], 3364 1/2 Hunter Street (walkway). The mural depicts many kinds of fish swimming underwater. In acrylic on stucco, 32' x 24' by Norma Montoya -- Dunitz, Street gallery, p. 302, #28 AT. "The murals were produced by a number of Chicano artists from Los Angeles, San Diego, and Northern California between 1972 and 1978, during the height of the Chicano civil rights and art movements" -- Estrada Courts at http://www.heritagepreservation.org/RPM/archive.html (viewed on Dec. 2, 2012).contributor Calisphere -
The Murals Of Estrada Courts. If We Could Share, Los Angeles, 1976
title The Murals Of Estrada Courts. If We Could Share, Los Angeles, 1976description The murals of Estrada Courts. If we could share, 1976, 3322 1/2 Hunter Street (near Concord Street), by Lydia Dominguez -- Dunitz, Street gallery, p. 303, # 28 AV. ""I had a dream / It was a beautiful dream / There was happiness everywhere / The Holy Spirit stood strong / And angels were serene / We were united. I dedicate this mural to Louis Garcia who shared his love, happiness, and warm friendship with many people. He was one person who gave and not only received. Of all the gifts God offers his children, love is the greatest. If only we could share. Lydia Dominguez" -- on the mural. "The murals were produced by a number of Chicano artists from Los Angeles, San Diego, and Northern California between 1972 and 1978, during the height of the Chicano civil rights and art movements" -- Estrada Courts at http://www.heritagepreservation.org/RPM/archive.html (viewed on Dec. 2, 2012).contributor Calisphere -
The Murals Of Estrada Courts. In Memory Of A Homeboy, Los Angeles, 1973
title The Murals Of Estrada Courts. In Memory Of A Homeboy, Los Angeles, 1973description The murals of Estrada Courts. In memory of a homeboy, 1973, 3328 Hunter Street. Memorial for another victim of gang violence. In acrylic on stuco, 32' x 24' by Daniel Martinez -- Dunitz, Street gallery, p. 303, #28 AW. "The murals were produced by a number of Chicano artists from Los Angeles, San Diego, and Northern California between 1972 and 1978, during the height of the Chicano civil rights and art movements" -- Estrada Courts at http://www.heritagepreservation.org/RPM/archive.html (viewed on Dec. 2, 2012).contributor Calisphere -
The Murals Of Ramona Gardens. A Man Inside A Circle, Los Angeles, 1973 -1977
title The Murals Of Ramona Gardens. A Man Inside A Circle, Los Angeles, 1973 -1977description The murals of Ramona Gardens. A man inside a circle, untitled, 1973-1977, Building 1451-60. Pre-Columbian imagery, including a man inside a circle. Unknown artist. Most of the paintings of the Murals of Ramona Gardens were done by residents with help from Mechicano Arts Center muralists -- Dunitz, Street gallery, rev. 2nd ed., p. 299, #22-N.contributor Calisphere -
The Murals Of Ramona Gardens. A Human Embryo And Native American Families, Los Angelels, Ca. 1975
title The Murals Of Ramona Gardens. A Human Embryo And Native American Families, Los Angelels, Ca. 1975description The murals of Ramona Gardens. A human embryo and Native American families, ca. 1975, Ramona Gardens recreation center, 2700 Lancaster Avenue (at Murchison Street). Native American families on either side of the apartments' front door. A human embryo floats over a boiling pot above the doorway. Unknown artist. Most of the paintings of the Murals of Ramona Gardens were done by residents with help from Mechicano Arts Center muralists -- Dunitz, Street gallery, rev. 2nd ed., p. 299, #22-P.artist/creator Dunitz, Robin Jcontributor Calisphere -
The Murals Of Ramona Gardens. Hazard Grande (In Memory Of Homeboys And Homegirls), Los Angeles, 1973-1977
title The Murals Of Ramona Gardens. Hazard Grande (In Memory Of Homeboys And Homegirls), Los Angeles, 1973-1977description The murals of Ramona Gardens. Hazard grande (In memory of homeboys and homegirls), 1973-1977, building 1451-60. A couple standing on a pedestal with rainbows behind them. By Big Hazard Gang. Most of the paintings of the Murals of Ramona Gardens were done by residents with help from Mechicano Arts Center muralists -- Dunitz, Street gallery, rev. 2nd ed., p. 299, #22-O.contributor Calisphere -
The Murals Of Estrada Courts. Three People, Los Angeles
title The Murals Of Estrada Courts. Three People, Los Angelesdescription The murals of Estrada Courts. Three people, Los Angeles, [s.d.], 3340 1/2 Hunter Street (facing parking lot). Three people -- a couple on the right and a man alone on the left. In acrylic, 32' x 24 by El Congreso de Artistas Cosmicos de la Americas de San Diego (Mario Torero, Rocky, El Lion, Zade) -- Dunitz, Street gallery, rev. 2nd ed., p. 295, #21 AN. "The murals were produced by a number of Chicano artists from Los Angeles, San Diego, and Northern California between 1972 and 1978, during the height of the Chicano civil rights and art movements" -- Estrada Courts at http://www.heritagepreservation.org/RPM/archive.html (viewed on Dec. 2, 2012).artist/creator Torero, Mario El Congreso De Artistas Cosmicos De La Americas De San Diego Rocky, El Lion Dunitz, Robin J Zadecontributor Calisphere -
Unity, Love, Respect, Pride, Manual Arts High School, Los Angeles, 1992
title Unity, Love, Respect, Pride, Manual Arts High School, Los Angeles, 1992description April 29. 1992, 45 killed, 10,000 arrested, 2000 deported and injustice for millions, where do we go from here Unity, love, respect, pride, Manual Arts High School, Los Angeles, 1992. Exterior near student store, untitled, 4131 South Vermont Avenue (between 40th Place and 42nd Street). The theme is redemption from negative societal influences (drugs, gangs, violence) through learning the history of the Latino and African American cultures that make up the community. Designed by Elliott Pinkney from students drawings, executed with the after-school mural club under the supervision of teacher Joshua Pechthalt. Sponsored my Museum of African American Art -- Dunitz, Street gallery, rev. 2nd ed., p. 219, #51. "Unity, love, respect, pride stop the killing" -- on the muralcontributor Calisphere -
The Bride And Groom, Los Angeles, 1972-1976
title The Bride And Groom, Los Angeles, 1972-1976description The Bride and groom, 1972-1976, Victor Clothing Company, exterior facing northeast, 240 South Broadway (between 2nd and 3rd Streets). This Latino couple dressed in wedding attire stands five stories tall. By Kent Twitchell. Acrylic emulsion paints, 70' x 70'. Sponsored by Carlos Ortiz. -- Dunitz, Street gallery, p. 36, #35.contributor Calisphere -
Latino Fighters, Pacoima, 2000
title Latino Fighters, Pacoima, 2000description Latino fighters, 2000, Juanita's Restaurant, 10424 Laurel Canyon Boulevard?, Pacoima. Artist: Hector Ponce. "Mural is dedicated to Al Bardo of Pacoima, May 10, 2000".contributor Calisphere -
Create Barrios Unidos, San Fernando, Early 1980S
title Create Barrios Unidos, San Fernando, Early 1980Sdescription Create barrios unidos, San Fernando, early 1980s. Chacon's Barber Shop, exterior, 750 Kalisher Street (mural on Woodworth Street), San Fernando. This is a call for pride in being Chicano, for unity instead of fighting between gangs. The central figure is the Aztec king Cuauhtemoc. His name means "Descending Eagle" in the Aztec language Nahuatl. By Juan Pueblo, Donna Reyes, George Duarte, and several assistants. -- Dunitz, Street gallery, p. 139, #25.subject Peace Mural Painting And Decoration History Mexican-Americans Cuauhtemoc, Emperor Of Mexico, 1495?-1525 Gangs Street Art Chacon'S Barber Shopcontributor Calisphere -
A Couple Of Immigrantes, Highland Park, Los Angeles, 1997
title A Couple Of Immigrantes, Highland Park, Los Angeles, 1997description A couple of immigrantes, Highland Park, Los Angeles, 1997, North Figueroa Street (northside alley) between 51st Street and 52nd Street, Highland Park. Aerosol, approximately 12' x 30 ', by ManOne (Alex Poli). Self-sponsored. -- Dunitz, Street gallery, rev. 2nd ed., p. 123, #23.contributor Calisphere -
Commemoration To The 120,000 People Who Marched Against Proposition 187, Highland Park, Los Angeles, 1995
title Commemoration To The 120,000 People Who Marched Against Proposition 187, Highland Park, Los Angeles, 1995description Commemoration to the 120,000 people who marched against Proposition 187, Highland Park, Los Angeles, 1995. Piedmont Avenue and North Figueroa Street, Highland Park. Marchers demonstrating against the anti-immigrant California proposition that passed in 1995. By Raul Baltazar. Sponsored by Plaza de la Raza. -- Dunitz, Street gallery, rev. 2nd ed., p. 122, #17.subject Mural Painting And Decoration Education Illegal Aliens Street Art Proposition 187 (1994) Services Forcontributor Calisphere -
Sleeping Woman, El Sereno, 1984
title Sleeping Woman, El Sereno, 1984description Sleeping woman, untitled mural, El Sereno, 1984. 5477 Alhambra Avenue, rear (at Warwick Avenue), El Sereno. An Aztec warrior kneel beside a sleeping woman, illustrating a popular legend. A Latino woman holds the Mexican flag. Acrylic on brick, 2 panels, 25' x 15', by Fernando Sandoval. -- Dunitz, Street gallery, p. 117, #15.contributor Calisphere -
Don'T Let Them Burn Down Our Culture, Highland Park, Los Angeles, 1990
title Don'T Let Them Burn Down Our Culture, Highland Park, Los Angeles, 1990description Don't let them burn down our culture, Highland Park, Los Angeles, 1990. Fair Market, exterior, North Avenue 50 at El Paso Drive, Highland Park. Gang imagery and Chicano history. Also, Stop the madness. Aerosol, 3 panels, by Alza. -- Dunitz, Street gallery, p. 121, #35.contributor Calisphere -
East Meets West, Los Angeles, 1991
title East Meets West, Los Angeles, 1991description East meets West, Los Angeles, 1991, Bangkok Market, exterior corner, 4757 Melrose Avenue (at Harvard Boulevard), Hollywood. An optimistic depiction of Asian immigrants moving to Los Angeles, melding images of traditional costumes, Oriental architecture, and contemporary life. Symbols of Eastern and Western dance, dress, and technology are intended to emphasize the mutual learning and understanding that multicultural diversity has to offer. When this large market opened in the early 1930s, it was the first Thai business in Los Angeles. It supplies most local Thai restaurants. By Vibul Wonprasat, assisted by Amaree Israngkura, Pornthakarn Karasinth, Mongkolchay Yukol, Khalid Taylor, and Helaina M. Taylor. Sponsored by SARC. -- Dunitz, Street gallery, p. 96, #47.artist/creator Israngkura, Amaree Yukol, Mongkolchay Dunitz, Robin J Taylor, Helaina M Wonprasat, Vibul Taylor, Khalid Karasinth, Pornthakarncontributor Calisphere -
Hispanic Hollywood, Los Angeles, 1991
title Hispanic Hollywood, Los Angeles, 1991description Hispanic Hollywood, Los Angeles, 1991, Nosotros Theatre, exterior over entrance, 1314 North Wilton Place (between Fountain Avenue and Sunset Boulevard), Hollywood. Successful Latino actors -- past and present -- are spotlighted, including Ramon Navarro, Lupe Velez, Carmen Miranda, Cantinflas, Anthony Quinn, Raquel Welch, Rita Moreno, Jimmy Smits, Raul Julia, and Andy Garcia, by Ignacio Gomez. Sponsored by SPARC. -- Dunitz, Street gallery, p. 93, #37.subject Quinn, Anthony, 1915-2001 Julia, Raul Cantinflas, 1911-1993 Mural Painting And Decoration Novarro, Ramon, 1899-1968 Miranda, Carmen, 1909-1955 Moreno, Rita Welch, Raquel Street Art Garcia, Andy Velez, Lupe, 1906-1944 Smits, Jimmy Actors and actressescontributor Calisphere -
The Murals Of Estrada Courts. The Peacock, Los Angeles
title The Murals Of Estrada Courts. The Peacock, Los Angelesdescription The murals of Estrada Courts. The peacock, Los Angeles, [s.d]., 3264 Olympic Boulevard (walkway). The mural depicts a peacock with other animals around the edges of it plumage. By unknown artist -- Dunitz, Street gallery, rev. 2nd ed., p. 294, #21 AD. "The murals were produced by a number of Chicano artists from Los Angeles, San Diego, and Northern California between 1972 and 1978, during the height of the Chicano civil rights and art movements" -- Estrada Courts at http://www.heritagepreservation.org/RPM/archive.html (viewed on Dec. 2, 2012).artist/creator Dunitz, Robin Jcontributor Calisphere -
El Nuevo Mundo: Homage To The Worker, Los Angeles, 1996
title El Nuevo Mundo: Homage To The Worker, Los Angeles, 1996description El Nuevo Mundo: homage to the worker, Los Angeles, 1996, Peerless Hardware, exterior, 2011 West Sunset Boulevard (at Park Avenue), Echo Park. Breaking barriers. How immigrants contribute to our everyday lives, including solo image of a day laborer. Acrylic, 16' x 40' (2 panels), by Ernesto de la Loza. Sponsored by Echo Park Pride Committee. -- Dunitz, Street gallery, p. 113, #37.contributor Calisphere -
Byzantine-Latino Quarter Angel Mural, Los Angeles, 1999
title Byzantine-Latino Quarter Angel Mural, Los Angeles, 1999description Byzantine-Latino Quarter angel mural, Los Angeles, 1999. Normandie Avenue and Pico Boulevard, Los Angeles. The mural has this inspiring message: "We are each of us angels with one wing. We can only fly embracing each other." By Ulrich. -- http://www.justabovesunset.com/200902/html/neighborliness.html http://jasoninhollywood.blogspot.com/2011/10/inspiring-byzantine-latino-quarter.htmlcontributor Calisphere -
A Shared Hope (Esperanza Compartida), Los Angeles, 1995 A Shared Hope (Esperanza Compartida), Los Angeles, 1995
title A Shared Hope (Esperanza Compartida), Los Angeles, 1995 A Shared Hope (Esperanza Compartida), Los Angeles, 1995description A shared hope (Esperanza compartida), Los Angeles, 1995, Esperanza School, exterior facing playground, 680 Little Street (at Union Avenue). The themes are education, hope, and immigration. The school is composed of immigrants from Central America. Portraits of 27 students, parents, and teachers appear in the murals. In one panel the teacher is portrayed as a beacon, leading her students over the building blocks of life. In the other, community and family are celebrated as the foundation for the future. Acrylic, 2 panels, by Paul Botello, assisted by Ray Sanchez, Daniel Molina, Silvia Guadalupe Santos, Luis Fernando Mojica. Sponsored by Social and Public Art Resource Center. -- Dunitz, Street gallery, rev. 2nd ed., p. 82, #64.artist/creator Botello, Paul Mojica, Luis Fernando Sanchez, Ray Dunitz, Robin J Santos, Silvia Guadalupe Molina, Danielsubject Emigration And Immigration Hope Mural Painting And Decoration Students Education Parents Street Art Teacherscontributor Calisphere -
Robots, 2000
title Robots, 2000description [Robots], 2000. Alley near North Evergreen Avenue and East Cesar E. Chavez Avenue, Boyle Heights, Los Angeles. By Swonk Diesel, Noxone, LA Tuff, WGS, CBS. Mural spray painted on exterior stucco wall and security shutters. Depicts robots, "JEX", and wildstyle writing "Hums"?, "CBSF"?. Photographed ca. 2000 December.contributor Calisphere -
Creepy Bedtime Stories, 2000
title Creepy Bedtime Stories, 2000description Creepy bedtime stories, 2000. 3017 East 4th Street, Boyle Heights, Los Angeles. By WGS, et al. Mural painted on an exterior wall. Depicts characters from the film The nightmare before Christmas, and wildstyle writing. Photographed ca. 2000 December.contributor Calisphere -
The Battle For Humanity, 1998
title The Battle For Humanity, 1998description The battle for humanity, 1998. 118 South Fickett Street (at East 1st Street), Boyle Heights, Los Angeles. By Alex Poli (ManOne). Mural painted on an exterior stucco wall. Depicts Aliens and a space ship on an otherwordly landscape, "La batalla por la... humanidad!".contributor Calisphere -
Keal, Eyeball, Vixone, 2000
title Keal, Eyeball, Vixone, 2000description [Keal, Eyeball, Vixone], 2000. 3000 block of Folsom Street (between Sloat Street and North Evergreen Avenue). Artist unknown. Mural painted on an exterior cinderblock retaining wall. Depicts a sneaking man, an eyeball and wildstyle writing "ESAE, DISM, 125er, 2000, City of 'Boyle Heights', peace to da homies! Weazal, Scorpion, Fox..., lil East Side, Keal 254 A Team, peace to my brother Gemek!", "50..., 2.. Ki..., 5 Fo..., 4, chin..., eye", "Vixone, 2000... WGSCBS, HLAC". Photographed ca. 2000 December.artist/creator Dunitz, Robin Jcontributor Calisphere -
Out Of Aztlan, 2001
title Out Of Aztlan, 2001description [Out of Aztlan], 2001. Roosevelt High School (456 South Mathews Street) at East 6th Street and South Mott Street, Boyle Heights, Los Angeles. Artist unknown. Painted on an exterior stucco wall. Depicts the history of the Mexican people prior to reaching Tenochtitlan. Photographed ca. 2001 May.artist/creator Dunitz, Robin Jcontributor Calisphere -
Dinosaur, Zox, 2001
title Dinosaur, Zox, 2001description [Dinosaur, zox], 2001. Alley in back of 2926 East Cesar E. Chavez Avenue, Boyle Heights, Los Angeles. Artist unknown. Mural spray painted on exterior stucco wall and security shutters. Wildstyle writing "zox"? Photographed ca. 2001 April.artist/creator Dunitz, Robin Jcontributor Calisphere -
Native American Nature Scene, 2001
title Native American Nature Scene, 2001description [Native American nature scene], 2001. 2230 Michigan Avenue (at Breed Street), Boyle Heights, Los Angeles. Artist unknown. Mural painted on a cinderblock wall. Depicts native American structures and wildlife in nature. Photographed ca. 2001 April.artist/creator Dunitz, Robin Jcontributor Calisphere -
Jesus, Boyle Heights
title Jesus, Boyle Heightsdescription Jesus, [s.d.], 1104 Spence Street (mural on fence on Beswick Street), by Hex (Hector Rios). Aerosol. Wild-style writing and figure of Jesus. -- Dunitz, Street gallery, p. 320, # 80.contributor Calisphere -
El Corrido De Ricardo Valdez, Boyle Heights, 1994
title El Corrido De Ricardo Valdez, Boyle Heights, 1994description "El corrido de Ricardo Valdez", Boyle Heights, 1994. 1703 Mariachi Plaza de Los Angeles (near 1st Street and Boyle), Boyle Heights. Men and women in traditional Mexican costumes. Two men are on horseback and two are having a cockfight. By Juan Solis. -- http://www.publicartinla.com/LA_murals/Silverlake/valdez1.html viewed on Oct. 9, 2012 http://www.grconnect.com/murals/html/east_la.html viewed on October 9, 2012, http://www.grconnect.com/murals/html/p9101248.html viewed on Oct. 9, 2012. http://www.you-are-here.com/mural/el_corrido.html viewed on Oct. 9, 2012subject Men Women Mural Painting And Decoration Horsemanship Cockfighting Street Art Mexican Clothing and dresscontributor Calisphere -
Arizona Maravilla, Boyle Heights, 1993
title Arizona Maravilla, Boyle Heights, 1993description "Arizona Maravilla", Boyle Heights, 1993. Cesar Chavez Avenue and Arizona Avenue, Boyle Heights. John Zender Estrada, artist. -- http://muralconservancy.org/artist/john-zender-estrada?page=1 http://muralconservancy.org/murals/arizona-maravilla http://muralconservancy.org/murals?field_murals_location_value=All&tid=&field_murals_type_value=All&title=&page=2contributor Calisphere -
Great Pig Murals Of The Farmer John Brand, Vernon, 1957-1998
title Great Pig Murals Of The Farmer John Brand, Vernon, 1957-1998description Great pig murals of the Farmer John brand, Vernon, 1957-1998. "The great pig mural of the Farmer John brand, Clougherty Meat Packing Company are a totally impressionistic view of 'Hog Heaven,' as seen through the eyes of the late Les Grimes. an Austrian immigrant and former movie sign painter, Grimes worked on the mural 11 years until 1968 when he fell to his death from a scaffold while completing an area of sky in that 'Great Farmland Vista.' Following Grimes death, Barney Clougherty hired Arno Jordon [sic], also an Austrian immigrant, to freshen and continue the never finished murals." -- Environmental Communications, Street paintings of Los Angeles, unpaged, #27-31 http://www.laokay.com/farmerjohn.htm.contributor Calisphere -
A Rising Star, Los Angeles, 1988
title A Rising Star, Los Angeles, 1988description A rising star, Los Angeles, 1988. El Mercado, rear parking lot, 1st Street just east of Lorena Street, [Boyle Heights]. A portrait of actor and director Edward James Olmos that was commissioned for use on the cover of Time Magazine on July 11, 1988. Olmos grew up in East Los Angeles. His credits include the television ahow "Miami Vice" and the starring role in the movie, "Stand and Deliver," about local high school calculus teacher Jaime Escalante. More recently, Olmos made his directorial debut in 1992 with "American Me." By Jose-Luis Gonzalez. Sponsored by Time Magazine. -- Dunitz, Street gallery, rev. 2nd ed., p. 307, #54.subject Olmos, James Edward Mural Painting And Decoration Motion Picture Producers And Directors Street Art Motion Picture Actors And Actressescontributor Calisphere -
Alma Reaves Woods Watts Branch Library, Watts, 1995-1996
title Alma Reaves Woods Watts Branch Library, Watts, 1995-1996description Alma Reaves Woods Watts branch library, Watts, 1995-1996. Untitled. Alma Reaves Branch Public Library, exterior, 10205 Compton Avenue (at 102nd Street), Watts. Cross-cultural view of Watts as a city. An historically layered visual record of the cultures who have lived in Watts at various times, including Italians, Japanese, Jews, African Americans and Latinos. Acrylic, 130' x 9', by Richard Wyatt. -- Dunitz, Street gallery, rev. 2nd ed., p. 238, #37.subject Street Art Alma Reaves Woods Watts Branch Library: Ethnic Groups Mural Painting And Decorationcontributor Calisphere -
Dolores Del Rio, Hollywood, 1990
title Dolores Del Rio, Hollywood, 1990description Dolores Del Rio, Los Angeles, 1990, 6529 Hollywood Boulevard (at Hudson Avenue), Hollywood. A portrait of the successful Latina actress (1906-1983) featured in more than 50 English and Spanish-language movies. She began her career in 1925 starring first in silent films and later in talkies. In 1942 she left Hollywood for Mexico City, where she formed the first actor's union. She also worked in Great Britain, Argentina, Spain, and Italy. Acrylic, 26' x 14', by Alfredo de Batuc assisted by Arutyun Arutyunian, Johanna Coleman, Arlen Gutierrez, and James Stubbs. Sponsored by SPARC. -- Dunitz, Street gallery, p. 91, #32.artist/creator Coleman, Johanna Stubbs, James Arutyunian, Arutyun Gutierrez, Arlen Dunitz, Robin J De Batuc, Alfredocontributor Calisphere -
The White Memorial Project, Boyle Heights, 1994
title The White Memorial Project, Boyle Heights, 1994description The White Memorial project, Boyle Heights, 1994. White Memorial Medical Center, interior lobby, 1720 Cesar Chavez Avenue (between Boyle Avenue and State Street), Boyle Heights. 2 panels, by Richard Wyatt. -- Dunitz, Street gallery, rev. 2nd ed., p. 318, #95.contributor Calisphere -
El Tepeyac De Los Angeles, City Terrace, 1994-1995
title El Tepeyac De Los Angeles, City Terrace, 1994-1995description El Tepeyac de Los Angeles, City Terrace, 1994-1995. St. Lucy's Catholic Church, exterior, City Terrace Drive and Hazard Avenue, City Terrace. Traditional Madonna and child next to a more contemporary image of a Latina mother cradling her fallen gang-member son. El Tepeyac refers to the holy site in Mexico where a 17th-century campesino (Juan Diego) saw a vision of a brown-skinned Virgin Mary. Acrylic, by George Yepes. Sponsored by St. Lucy's Catholic Church. -- Dunitz, Street gallery, rev. 2nd ed., p. 318, #97.subject Madonna And The Child Women Mural Painting And Decoration Mothers Sons Boys Street Art St. Lucy'S Catholic Church,contributor Calisphere -
The Murals Of Estrada Courts. La Fiesta, Los Angeles
title The Murals Of Estrada Courts. La Fiesta, Los Angelesdescription The murals of Estrada Courts. La fiesta, Los Angeles, [s.d.], 3370-3372 1/2 Hunter Street (facing parking lot). Festive party with music and skeletons (calaveras). Two panels, 50' x 24' by Roberto Chavez and students from East Los Angeles College -- Dunitz, Street gallery, rev. 2nd ed., p. 295, #21 AM. "The murals were produced by a number of Chicano artists from Los Angeles, San Diego, and Northern California between 1972 and 1978, during the height of the Chicano civil rights and art movements" -- Estrada Courts at http://www.heritagepreservation.org/RPM/archive.html (viewed on Dec. 2, 2012).contributor Calisphere -
The Greatest Love, Boyle Heights, 1992
title The Greatest Love, Boyle Heights, 1992description The greatest love, Boyle Heights, 1992. Ramirez Pharmacy, exterior, East Cesar Chavez Avenue and Soto Street, Boyle Heights. An alchemy of science and religion, unifying man and woman with nature and God. It attempts to connect spirituality with a society in need of peace. Acrylic, 13' x 50', by Paul Botello. Sponsored by Ed Ramirez. -- Dunitz, Street gallery, rev. 2nd ed., p. 315, #83.contributor Calisphere -
Todos Los Ninos Son Tuyos (All The Children Are Yours), Boyle Heights, 1991
title Todos Los Ninos Son Tuyos (All The Children Are Yours), Boyle Heights, 1991description Todos los ninos son tuyos (All the children are yours), Boyle Heights, 1991. Early earning Center, exterior rear, 233 North Breed Street (between Michigan Avenue and East Cesar Chavez Avenue), Boyle Heights. An abstract, almost graffiti-like painting in electric colors. Acrylic, 15' x 40', by Luis Ituarte. Sponsored by L.A. Works and self-sponsored. -- Dunitz, Street gallery, rev. 2nd ed., p. 312, #75.contributor Calisphere -
Virgin'S Seed, Boyle Heights, 1991
title Virgin'S Seed, Boyle Heights, 1991description Virgin's seed, Boyle Heights, 1991. David Lee Market, exterior, Hazard Avenue at Hammel Street. A contemporary tribute to a traditional Mexican icon, the Virgin of Guadalupe. Two giants surround the Virgin. The blue giant represents the future. His color in part reflects the artist's concern over the effects of pollution and other environmental crises. The other giant is a woman. She is a teacher, modelled after Botello's sister, and holds gifts of knowledge in her hand. Botello grew up in this neighborhood, and his family attends the church that sponsored the mural. Acrylic, 15' x 50', by Paul Botello. Sponsored by Our Lady of Guadalupe Church. -- Dunitz, Street gallery, rev. 2nd ed., p. 311, #71.contributor Calisphere -
500 Years Of Indigenous Struggle, Boyle Heights, 1990
title 500 Years Of Indigenous Struggle, Boyle Heights, 1990description 500 years of indigenous struggle, Boyle Heights, 1990. One Stop Immigration and Educational Center, interior, 3600 Whittier Boulevard (at Esperanza Street). Chicano history. Completed in 1990 and originally installed in the One Stop Immigration office in Long Beach, it was moved to its present location in summer 1992. Acrylic on canvas, 2 panels (4' x 8' each), by Mario Aguirre Uriarte. -- Dunitz, Street gallery, rev. 2nd ed., p. 311, #69.contributor Calisphere -
Resurrection Of The Green Planet, Boyle Heights, 1991
title Resurrection Of The Green Planet, Boyle Heights, 1991description Resurrection of the green planet, Boyle Heights, 1991. 2242 East Cesar Chavez Avenue (at Breed Street), Boyle Heights. The importance of protecting and preserving the earth is the theme. A grandmother/curandera (healer) is shown passing her wisdom on to a younger generation. Acrylic, approximately 15' x 50', by Ernesto de la Loza, assisted by Sandra de la Loza, Gloria Guerrero, Nikki Michel, Rene Olmos. Sponsored by Social and Public Art Resource Center. -- Dunitz, Street gallery, rev. 2nd ed., p. 311,, #72.artist/creator De La Loza, Ernesto Guerrero, Gloria Michel, Nikki Olmos, Rene De La Loza, Sandra Dunitz, Robin Jcontributor Calisphere -
Bridges To East L.A., Boyle Heights, 1993
title Bridges To East L.A., Boyle Heights, 1993description Bridges to East L.A., Boyle Heights, 1993. St. Louis Street at East First Street, Boyle Heights. Chicano identity within the context of war, cultural imperialism, urbanization, economic exploitation, and miscegination. The central image is a larger-than-life Chicana rising from the embers and the dizzying forces from which she was born. She embodies the resistance and vitality of the local community. The youth assistants did the aerosol piece facing the back of the building. Acrylic and aerosol, approximately 15' x 40', by Ernesto de la Loza, assisted by youth. Sponsored by L.A. Cultural Affairs Dept., L.A. Recovery Fund. -- Dunitz, Street gallery, rev. 2nd ed., p. 316, #88.contributor Calisphere -
Ofrenda Maya Ii (Mayan Offering Ii), Boyle Heights, 1991
title Ofrenda Maya Ii (Mayan Offering Ii), Boyle Heights, 1991description Ofrenda Maya II (Mayan offering II), Boyle Heights, 1991. El Mercado de Los Angeles, exterior east side, Cheesbroughs Lane (at East First Street), Boyle Heights. This is a portion of an entire wall (50' x 150'). The image depicts a Mayan warrior extending his arms in the form of an offering of his new son as his wife looks on. Ceramic and mosaic tile, 30' x 25', by Goez Art Studio (designed by Jose-Luis Gonzalez). -- Dunitz, Street gallery, rev. 2nd ed., p. 310, #67.contributor Calisphere -
The History Of L.A., East Los Angeles, 1980
title The History Of L.A., East Los Angeles, 1980description Dunitz, Street Gallery, Revised 2nd edition, p. 304, #41. The History of L.A., East Los Angeles, 1980. Argil Building Materials Company, exterior, 4754 Floral Drive (near North Mednick Avenue). Symbols from Chicano history and modern Los Angeles. Acrylic on cinder block, by Carlos Almaraz, assisted by Guillermo Bejarano. -- Dunitz, Street gallery, p. 315, #60contributor Calisphere -
The History Of L.A., East Los Angeles, 1980
title The History Of L.A., East Los Angeles, 1980description The History of L.A., East Los Angeles, 1980. Argil Building Materials Company, exterior, 4754 Floral Drive (near North Mednick Avenue). Symbols from Chicano history and modern Los Angeles. Acrylic on cinder block, by Carlos Almaraz, assisted by Guillermo Bejarano. -- Dunitz, Street gallery, p. 315, #60.contributor Calisphere -
Moctezuma, Boyle Heights, 1980
title Moctezuma, Boyle Heights, 1980description Moctezuma, Boyle Heights, 1980. El Moctezuma Cafe, exterior, 3277 Avenida Cesar Chavez (at Bernal Avenue), Boyle Heights. A scene of the Spanish arrival on Mexican shores, including a confrontation between the Spanish and the Aztecs. Moctezuma was the emperor of the Aztecs at the time of the Spanish Conquest. Acrylic on stucco, by Manuel Cruz. -- Dunitz, Street gallery, rev. 2nd ed., p. 303, #38.contributor Calisphere -
Respect What You See, Boyle Heights, 1979
title Respect What You See, Boyle Heights, 1979description Respect what you see, Boyle Heights, 1979. Brooklyn Hardware, exterior, 3734 Avenida Cesar Chavez (at Gage Avenue), Boyle Heights. "Dedicated to a greater sensitivity, understanding and compassion of law enforcement representatives towards La Raza throughout Aztlan. 40' x 15', by Bill Butler, assisted by Pedro Pelayo and Arnold Ramirez. -- Dunitz, Street gallery, p. 303, #36.contributor Calisphere -
Tree Of Knowledge (Aka Read), City Terrace, 1978
title Tree Of Knowledge (Aka Read), City Terrace, 1978description Tree of knowledge (aka READ), City Terrace, 1978. Anthony Quinn Public Library, exterior, 3965 East Cesar E. Chavez Avenue (formerly known as Brooklyn Avenue prior to 1994) at Hazard Avenue. This Los Angeles County branch library sits on the former site of the home in which actor Anthony Quinn grew up after he moved to East Los Angeles from Chihuahua, Mexico, at age four. Acrylic on stucco, 40' x 10'. Chicana Action Service Center under the supervision of Josefina Quezada. Designed by Teresa Chacon. Also painted by Thelma Heavilin Sanchez, Susan Valdez Torres, Rosa M. Quezada, Patricia Rivera, Vivian Sanchez, and Herlinda Bustamante. Sponsored by CETA/Title VII. -- Dunitz, Street gallery, p. 309, #39.artist/creator Chacon, Teresa Bustamante, Herlinda Quezada, Josefina Dunitz, Robin J Heavilin Sanchez, Thelma Rivera, Patricia Valdez Torres, Susan Sanchez, Vivian Quezada, Rosa Mcontributor Calisphere -
A Warrior'S Yesterday And Today, Boyle Heights, 1987
title A Warrior'S Yesterday And Today, Boyle Heights, 1987description A warrior's yesterday and today, Boyle Heights, 1987. 2530 Brooklyn Avenue (mural at Fickett Street), Boyle Heights. Dedicated to Anthony "Chico" Barrera. (see details from mural page 281.) Cal Western acrylic, by Daniel Martinez, plus East L.A. 13, Tiny Dukes, and the White Owls. Sponsored by Community Youth Gang Services. -- Dunitz, Street gallery, p. 318, #74.contributor Calisphere -
Por Que And Roots, Boyle Heights, 1987
title Por Que And Roots, Boyle Heights, 1987description Por que and Roots, Boyle Heights, 1987. Fairmont [sic] Street and Fickett Street, exterior, Boyle Heights. In the mural on Fairmount (Por Que), the Virgin is overseeing a Latino youth dying from street violence in the arms of two friends as the grim reaper stands at his feet specter-like. In the all-brown Roots on Fickett Street, the trunk of the three is composed of figures and faces representing aspects of Chicano history. Acrylic, by Daniel Martinez. Sponsored by Community Youth Gang Services. -- Dunitz, Street gallery, rev. 2nd ed., p. 306, #51.contributor Calisphere -
South Central Codex And Slauson Serenade, Los Angeles, 1995
title South Central Codex And Slauson Serenade, Los Angeles, 1995description South Central Codex and Slauson serenade, Los Angeles, 1995. Slauson A Line Station (formerly the Blue Line), Long Beach Avenue at 58th Drive, Los Angeles (Florence). Timeline of Los Angeles history on the upper, platform level -- encompasses the first few billion years of cosmic accretion, continental drift and prehistoric life to the arrival of the first human beings, Native American cultures, Spanish explorers and European technology, Mexican ranchos, Manifest Destiny, 19th-century urbanization, population boom, new immigrantd, Central American society, community activists, and the coming 21st century. On the lower, street level, four ceramic and concrete panels depict the lives of everyday people and celebrate values shared by those who live and work in this area: love and family, church and school, the work ethic and community service. Centrally featured in the Community Service panel is the late County Supervisor Kenneth Hahn. Porcelain enamel on metal (92 panels) and handcut glazed ceramic tile (4 pieces), by East Los Streetscapers (Wayne Healy, David Botello, Ricardo Duffy). Sponsored by MTA Metro Art. -- Dunitz, Street gallery, rev. 2nd ed., p. 237, #34.contributor Calisphere -
Sativa, 2001
title Sativa, 2001description [Sativa], 2001. 2083 unidentified street, Compton, California. By Elliott Pinkney. Mural painted on an exterior sign. Depicts Californians at work to provide water for the Sativa Los Angeles County Water District, transportation, and customers. Photographed ca. 2001 May.subject Indians Of North America Mural Painting And Decoration Ethnicity Street Art African-Americanscontributor Calisphere -
Homeboy Crow, City Of Commerce, 1979
title Homeboy Crow, City Of Commerce, 1979description Homeboy crow, City of Commerce, 1979. Bristow Park, handball court wall, (northwestern side of park), Triggs Street near McDonnell Avenue, City of Commerce. A young Chicano couple standing next to a low-rider car, plus other Chicano icons. Approximately 10' x 15', by Charles Felix, Carlos Moreno, Tomas Sanchez, Louie Puentes, Al and Robert Urrea, Tony Nunez, Perry Rayes, Aaron Ayala, Joe Felix, C. "Rocky" Felix, Susie Rodriguez. -- Dunitz, Street gallery, rev. 2nd ed., p. 275, #3.artist/creator Felix, Charles Ayala, Aaaron Puentes, Louie Felix, Joe Rayes, Perry Dunitz, Robin J Felix, C. "Rocky Nunez, Tony Rodriguez, Susie Urrea, Robert Urrea, Al Sanchez, Tomas Moreno, Carloscontributor Calisphere -
Doctors Hospital Murals, East Los Angeles, 1969
title Doctors Hospital Murals, East Los Angeles, 1969description Doctors Hospital murals, East Los Angeles, 1969. East Los Angeles Doctors Hospital, exterior front, 4060 Whittier Boulevard, (between Herbert and Gage avenues), East Los Angeles. Although the artist was Hungarian, the mural's subject matter was drawn from Mexican/Chicano history and culture. Mosaic, 4 panels, by John Bene. -- Dunitz, Street gallery, rev. 2nd ed., p. 285, #4.contributor Calisphere -
Our Past, Our Present, And Our Future, Boyle Heights, 1966
title Our Past, Our Present, And Our Future, Boyle Heights, 1966description Our past, our present, and our future, Boyle Heights, 1966. Pan-American Bank, exterior, 3626 East First Street (at Townsend Street). Boyle Heights. The story of Mexican America using ancient myths and historical symbolism. This early Eastside mural inspired many local Chicano artists. Glass mosaic, 5 panels, 10' x 4' (each), designed by Jose Reyes Meza. Executed by Byzantine Studios of Cuernevaca, Mexico.-- Dunitz, Street gallery, rev. 2nd ed., p. 285, #2.contributor Calisphere -
A History Of Our Struggle, Boyle Heights, 1974
title A History Of Our Struggle, Boyle Heights, 1974description A history of our struggle, Boyle Heights, 1974. First Street store, exterior, 3640 East First Street (at Townsend Avenue), Boyle Heights. The Chicano heritage is traced from its roots in ancient pre-Columbian Mexico up to modern America. Goez worked with an architect to design the arches along the store's front exterior in which the panels were installed. Ceramic tile, 19 panels, 1,123 square feet, by Goez Art Studio. Designed by Robert Arenivar. Joel Suro Olivares, ceramicist. Jose-Luis Gonzalez, project director, assisted by David Botello and Juan Gonzalez. -- Dunitz, Street gallery, rev. 2nd ed., p. 288, #15. Please note that the building is actually located in East Los Angeles, not in Boyle Heights.artist/creator Olivares, Joel Suro Goez Art Studio Gonzalez, Jose-Luis Gonzalez, Juan Botello, David Dunitz, Robin J Arenivar, Robertcontributor Calisphere -
Chains Of Life, East Los Angeles, 1974
title Chains Of Life, East Los Angeles, 1974description Chains of life, East Los Angeles, 1974. Angelus Sawdust Products Corporation, exterior, 1516 Grande Vista Avenue (between Pico Boulevard and South Lorena Street). Three-part head of the mestizo, a symbol representing the Chicano identity as a mixture of Mexican and North American heritages. Acrylic on brick, 91' x 8' (originally), by Charles Felix. -- Dunitz, Street gallery, p. 289, #17.subject Angelus Sawdust Products Corporation, Mural Painting And Decoration Street Art Ethnic Identity Mexican Americanscontributor Calisphere -
Story Of The People Living In The Community, Van Nuys, 1990
title Story Of The People Living In The Community, Van Nuys, 1990description Story of the people living in the community, untitled mural, Van Nuys, 1990. Bernard Associates Screen Process, exterior, 14701 Calvert Street (at Cedros Avenue), Van Nuys. Depicts the story of the people living in the community. First, there is an immigrant family arriving, then living in this country, facing societal pressures. Some kids get involved with drugs and gangs. Finally, there is a plea for community members to come together, feel pride in themselves, and find more constructive activities. Acrylic, designed and painted by local youth under the direction of Jose de la Cruz. Sponsored by local businesses. -- Dunitz, Street gallery, p. 149, #56.contributor Calisphere -
Celebration Of Diversity, Canoga Park, Los Angeles, 1990
title Celebration Of Diversity, Canoga Park, Los Angeles, 1990description Celebration of diversity, Canoga Park, Los Angeles, 1990. Lanark Park Recreation Center, exterior, 21816 Lanark Street (near Topanga Canyon Boulevard), Canoga Park. Individuals from successive waves of immigration to Los Angeles. They each hold objects symbolic of their culture. Acrylic, 24' x 10', by Francisco Letelier, assisted by Mario Bustamante, Carlos Caprio, May Young Chung. Sponsored by SPARC. -- Dunitz, Street gallery, p. 149, #55.contributor Calisphere -
The Great Wall Of Los Angeles, Los Angeles, 1976-1983
title The Great Wall Of Los Angeles, Los Angeles, 1976-1983description 1000 A.D., Early California 1522, Spanish arrival 1822, Mexican rule 1848, Bandaide 1868, Sojourners 1880, Frontier California 1890, Los Angeles mountains to the shore 1900, Immigrant California. Co-sponsored by CMP, SPARC, and Project Heavy-San Fernando Valley. B. 1978. Supervising artists: Diane Ferrari, Leo Jauregui, Andrew Manning, Bea Plessner. Plus 34 "mural makers." Four panels: William Hart 350,000 Mexican Americans deported 442nd Japanese Americans. Sponsored by SPARC, Judith Baca, artistic director. E. 1983. Artist supervisors: Eric Alcarez, Eva Cockroft, Mary-Linn Hughes, Patssi Valdez, Matthew Wuerker. Plus 30 "mural makers." 11 panels: Olympic champions breaking barriers 1948-1964 Asians gain citizenship and prosperity California aqueduct Charlie Chaplin, World War I doughboys. Sponsored by SPARC, Judith Baca, director. C. 1980. Artist supervisors: Carlos Calleja, Yreina Cervantez, Jan Cook, Fernando Jauregui, Jr., Alfredo Lascano, Jane Van Loon, Nancy Perez, Bea Plessner, Julie Ruelas, Rodney Saksi. Seven panels: Japanese internment, Dustbowl refugees Crash and depression David Gonzalez Pacoima CA. Development of suburbia Division of the barrios and Chavez Ravine Dr. Charles Drew Farewellt to Rosie the riveter. Sponsored by SPARC, Judith Baca, artistic director. -- Dunitz, Street gallery, p. 140, #26. Forebearers of civil rights Illusion of prosperity. Sponsored by SPARC, Judith Baca, artistic director. D. 1981. Artist supervisors: Jan Cook, Teresa Chacon, Karen Guyot, Alfredo Lascano, Pat Millar, Bea Plessner, Julie Ruelas. Plus 32 "mural makers." 9 panels: Jewish refugees Indian assimilation Jewish Americans Jewish arts and sciences Luisa Moreno: Zoot Suit riots L.A. 1943 Strikes The birth of Rock and Roll The great wall of Los Angeles, Los Angeles, 1976-1983. Tujunga Wash drainage canal, Coldwater Canyon Avenue (between Burbank Boulevard and Oxnard Street), Van Nuys/North Hollywood border. A. 1976. Supervising artists: Judith Baca, Charles Brown, Isabel Castro, Donna Deitch, Judithe Hernandez, Ulysses Jenkins, Luis Lopez, Kristina Lucas, Olga Muniz, Bernardo Muniz, Arnold Ramirez, Christina Schlesinger, Gary Tokumoto, Linda Eber. Plus 59 "mural makers." 9 panels: 20,000 B.C., pre-historical California The origins of gay rights The red scare of McCarthyism Tomas Alva Edison Unsigned Indian Treaties World War IIartist/creator Cockroft, Eva Jenkins, Ulysses Jauregui, Fernando Jr Callejo, Carlos Ferrari, Diane Baca, Judith Plessner, Bea Sakai, Rodney Lucas, Kristina Hernandez Castro, Isabel Cook, Jan Eber, Linda Guyot, Karen Wuerker, Matthew Luis Chacon, Teresa Ramirez, Arnold Schlessinger, Christina Brown, Charles Deitch, Donna Cervantez, Yreina Hughes, Mary-Linn Munis, Olga Millar, Pat Tokumoto, Gary Ruelas, Julie Lascano, Alfredo Judithe Valdez, Patssi Manning, Andrew Lopez Jauregui, Leo Dunitz, Robin J Perez, Nancy Van Loon, Jane Muniz, Bernardocontributor Calisphere -
Mexico-Tenochitlan--The Wall That Talks, Highland Park, Los Angeles, 1996
title Mexico-Tenochitlan--The Wall That Talks, Highland Park, Los Angeles, 1996description Mexico-Tenochitlan--The wall that talks, Highland Park, Los Angeles, 1996. Arroyo Furniture, 6037 North Figueroa Street (at Avenue 61), Highland Park. A blending of Aztec, Mayan, Native American, African and other cultural iconography represents indigenous cultures in unity with each other. Quetzlcoatl, the ancient Mexican's mystical feathered serpent god, winds his way through the painting. The mural emphasizes the political significance of cultural self-definition for the Chicano. Acrylic, 12' x 75' (approximately), by Andy Ledesma, John Zender Estrada, Rafael Corona, Jaime Ochoa, Dominic Ochoa, Isabel Martinez, Oscar de Leon, Mario Mancia, Jesse Silva, Anthony Ortega, and Jerry Ortega. -- Dunitz, Street gallery, rev. 2nd ed., p. 122, #18.artist/creator Ortega, Anthony Ledesma, Andy Ochoa, Jaime Martinez, Isabel Silva, Jesse Mancia, Mario Dunitz, Robin J Estrada, John Zender De Leon, Oscar Corona, Rafael Ortega, Jerry Ochoa, Dominiccontributor Calisphere -
Education, Key To The Future, Los Angeles, 1986
title Education, Key To The Future, Los Angeles, 1986description Education, key to the future, Los Angeles, 1986, Betty Plasencia Elementary School, exterior courtyard, Temple Street (between Douglas and East Edgeware), Echo Park. Ancient Mexican god observing two contemporary Latino students reading. There are two other exterior murals at the school. One, done by Mary Suarez in 1977 under the auspices of the Citywide Mural Project, depicts silhouettes of children holding hands. Another mural inside the kindergarten playground shows toys and baloons. By Carlos Calleja with rival gang members on SYETP. Sponsored by CDP. -- Dunitz, Street gallery, p. 105, #19.subject Mural Painting And Decoration Education Children Betty Plasencia Elementary School Street Artcontributor Calisphere -
Mexican Revolutionaries, Los Angeles, 1979
title Mexican Revolutionaries, Los Angeles, 1979description Mexican revolutionaries, Los Angeles, 1979, El Mercadito Market, exterior, Hyatt and L Streets. Mexican revolutionary imagery featuring portraits of Zapata and Morelos interspersed with contemporary Chicano figures. In acrylic, 2 panels by Mario Falcon with assistance from Mario Aguirre Uriarte restored in 1990 by Mario Aguirre Uriarte. Sponsored by Citywide Mural Project -- Dunitz, Street gallery, p. 251, #12.subject Mural Painting And Decoration Morelos, José MaríA, 1765-1815 Street Art Revolutionaries Zapata, Emiliano, 1879-1919contributor Calisphere