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Valley of Mexico from the Hillside of Santa Isabel

Written by the Fiveable Content Team • Last updated August 2025
Verified for the 2027 exam
Verified for the 2027 examWritten by the Fiveable Content Team • Last updated August 2025

Definition

An oil on canvas painting by José María Velasco depicting Mexican landscape and historical elements including the Virgin of Guadalupe basilica and Aztec mythology, created to evoke patriotism through the depiction of Mexico's natural beauty and cultural heritage.

AP course connection

Topic 4.4: 4.4 Theories and Interpretations of Later European and American Art

Unit 4

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