This exhibition celebrates 'Gente Menuda. Gran Suplemento Infantil Ilustrado,' a pivotal Spanish children's publication from the early 20th century. Widely regarded as the pinnacle of children's journalism, it profoundly shaped childhood in Spain. Explore works from the extensive ABC Collection, showcasing distinguished creators and iconic characters like Celia, crafted by Elena Fortún.
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This exhibition delves into the world of 'Gente Menuda,' a groundbreaking Spanish children's supplement from the early 20th century considered by many to be the best in Spanish journalistic history. It showcases the creative universe of this publication, highlighting its most prominent creators and beloved characters.
The exhibition 'Gente Menuda. Gran Suplemento Infantil Ilustrado' celebrates a publication that profoundly shaped childhood in Spain during the first third of the 20th century. 'Gente Menuda' was an avant-garde, creative, and novel publication, recognized as the pinnacle of Spanish children's journalism. Initially published between 1904 and 1914 as part of ABC and Blanco y Negro, it later evolved into a standalone, free supplement from 1928 to 1936. The exhibition draws from the extensive ABC Collection, presenting works by its most distinguished creators and the characters that inhabited its pages. Prominent illustrators such as Francisco López Rubio, Sancha, Xaudaró, and many others contributed their art to stories by esteemed writers of the era, including Elena Fortún. The exhibition highlights the enduring legacy of Celia, the iconic character created by Elena Fortún, and the graphical mastery of Francisco López Rubio, who was instrumental in shaping the visual identity and narrative content of the supplement through his diverse characters and innovative graphic style.
Admission to the exhibition is 1€ per person. The gallery is open Monday to Friday from 10 AM to 2 PM, though this schedule is subject to availability due to event organization.
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