The artwork titled “Jumble of Skeletons of Newspaper Boys,” created by Jose Guadalupe Posada in 1903, belongs to the Modernismo art movement and is categorized under the caricature genre.
In this artwork, several skeletal figures, presumably representing newspaper boys, are depicted in a chaotic and humorous scene. The skeletons are animated with gestures, some raising their hands while holding newspapers, and others in mid-action, creating a lively yet morbid atmosphere. The scene is framed with intricate details, including tables adorned with crosses, symbolizing a blend of daily life and death. The skeletal newspaper boys are depicted in various dynamic poses, their expressions exaggerated to emphasize the caricature nature of the piece. The overall composition offers a satirical commentary on society, marked by Posada’s distinctive style and use of skeletons to convey deeper messages about life, mortality, and social commentary.
