Gabriel Fernández Ledesma

Gabriel Fernández Ledesma
'Terrible Disaster' (1928). Oil on canvas.
Born(1900-05-30)May 30, 1900
DiedAugust 26, 1983(1983-08-26) (aged 83)
Mexico City, Mexico
NationalityMexican
Known forPainting
AwardsJosé Guadalupe Posada medal

Gabriel Fernández Ledesma (May 30, 1900 – August 26, 1983) was a Mexican painter, printmaker, sculptor, graphic artist, writer and teacher. He began his career working with artist Roberto Montenegro then moved into publishing and education. His work was recognized with two Guggenheim Fellowships, the José Guadalupe Posada medal and membership in the Salón de la Plástica Mexicana.