Galería de Arte Mexicano, Art gallery in Polanco, Mexico City, Mexico
Galería de Arte Mexicano is an art museum in Polanco featuring paintings, sculptures, and photographs by established Mexican artists displayed across multiple gallery spaces. The building itself was designed by architect Andrés Casillas de Alba to serve this purpose.
The institution was founded in 1935 and later directed by Inés Amor from 1936 onward, becoming Mexico's first private art gallery. This moment marked a turning point in how art was collected and shown in the country.
The gallery's name reflects its focus on showcasing artists from Mexico and their contributions to the art world. Visitors encounter a space where different creative voices from the country are presented side by side across the exhibition rooms.
The museum is located in Polanco and is accessible by public transportation. Visitors should set aside enough time to move through the different gallery spaces at a comfortable pace.
In 1940, the museum hosted Mexico's first Surrealist art exhibition, organized by an international group of artists including André Breton. This event established the venue as a space for artistic innovation and experimentation.
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