Panel 19. Modern Migration of the Spirit - The Epic of American Civilization by Jose Clemente Orozco

Panel 19. Modern Migration of the Spirit - The Epic of American Civilization 1934

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Baker-Berry Library (Dartmouth College), Hanover, NH, US

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"Panel 19. Modern Migration of the Spirit - The Epic of American Civilization" is a 1934 mural by Mexican artist Jose Clemente Orozco. The mural, which is located in the Baker-Berry Library at Dartmouth College, depicts a powerful figure standing atop a cross, holding a hammer in his right hand. The figure represents the spirit of humanity and its journey through the modern world, while the cross serves as a symbol of both suffering and resilience. The background is filled with details of a modern industrial world, symbolizing the challenges of the 20th century. This powerful and dynamic image reflects Orozco's commitment to social commentary and his desire to inspire hope and action in viewers.