By: Fernando Castro

Medium: lithograph
Year: 1946
Image Size: 15.1" H x 17.6" W
Signature: Pencil, lower Right
Paper: Cream wove
Publisher: Taller de Grafica Popular

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This lithograph, "Spinning Sisal" (Hilando henequén) depicts a woman spinning sisal fiber, a traditional craft in the Yucatán region, with a thatched hut and a mother and child in the background. The composition highlights the importance of women’s labor and the connection between people and their environment. The careful rendering of the figure and the surrounding landscape reflects Castro Pacheco’s deep respect for the cultural heritage of his homeland. Through works like "Spinning Sisal," Castro Pacheco used lithography not only to document daily life but also to celebrate the endurance and artistry of Mexico’s rural communities.

Fernando Castro Pacheco (1918–2013) was born in Mérida, Yucatán, Castro Pacheco and is best known for his evocative depictions of indigenous life and the landscapes of southern Mexico.