"I believe that
art leads us by expanding our vision and views of the world. Artists lead and
gradually the rest of society and governments follow," said
Ambassador Garza, here giving a preliminary tour to visiting reporters, as Curator
Abaseh Mirvali observed.
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Ambassador Garza Showcases Contemporary Art
On June 1, 2004, Ambassador Garza hosted a reception at his
home to present over fifty contemporary American and Mexican artworks assembled from
various collections throughout the country.
Among the artwork displayed at the Ambassador's home are works
by American artists Chuck Close, Helen Frankenthaler, Robert
Longo and Robert Rauschenberg. Thomas Glassford, a long-time
resident of Mexico is also featured. Among the many Mexican artists whose works
are displayed are Gabriel Orozco, Irma Palacios, Juan Soriano
and Rufino Tamayo.
"I wanted the collection to reflect
the dynamism and convergence of U.S.-Mexican relations. I feel
the outstanding works on display do just that" said Amb. Garza
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"These works of art express the quality, diversity and shared values found in American and Mexican art and culture. Thanks to the generosity of the
artists and these important Mexican collectors, I have the great pleasure of
sharing this collection of contemporary art with my guests," adds
U.S. Ambassador Tony Garza
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"One of the great joys in life is discovering
new areas that bring richness and meaning to your life. I've been lucky to
discover-and to fall in love with-Mexico and its art. I love the vibrancy,
the ambiguity and the intensity of contemporary art. I am privileged and
honored to be able to bring great Mexican art into my home," concluded U.S.
Ambassador Tony Garza.
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