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Mexican Lucha Libre Wrestling: Family Portraits

Photographs by Lourdes Grobet

Over the course of 30 years, artist Lourdes Grobet has explored in depth the world of what is a deep-rooted tradition and one of the most popular sports in Mexico, which forms the basis of a social phenomenon that is unique worldwide: Mexican lucha libre wrestling. The photographic project being presented by the CCCB unfolds beyond the wrestling rings and takes a closer look at the homes, family meeting places and the celebrations of men and women wrestlers. 

Interview with Lourdes Grobet

Author of the photographs of "Mexican Lucha Libre Wrestling: Family Portraits"

Over the course of 30 years, artist Lourdes Grobet has explored in depth the world of what is a deep-rooted tradition and one of the most popular sports in Mexico, which forms the basis of a social phenomenon that is unique worldwide: Mexican lucha libre wrestling. The photographic project ...

Mexican Lucha Libre Wrestling: Family Portraits

Photographs by Lourdes Grobet

Over the course of 30 years, artist Lourdes Grobet has explored in depth the world of what is a deep-rooted tradition and one of the most popular sports in Mexico, which forms the basis of a social phenomenon that is unique worldwide: Mexican lucha libre wrestling. The photographic project ...