The Making of a Fresco, Showing The Building of a City 1931

Diego Rivera's "The Making of a Fresco, Showing the Building of a City," created in 1931, is a monumental fresco that depicts the construction of a modern city. The work captures the spirit of industrialization and urban growth, showcasing a diverse array of laborers and architects working together. Rivera's signature style, characterized by bold colors, simplified forms, and social commentary, is evident in this piece. The mural, now housed at the San Francisco Art Institute, is a powerful testament to the dynamism of urban development and the interconnectedness of labor, planning, and the creation of a new urban landscape.