Los TECOS

Los TECOS (also sometimes stylized as Los Tecos) refers to a collective of Mexican artists and intellectuals, primarily active during the post-revolutionary period of the 1920s and 1930s. While not a formally organized group with a rigid manifesto, "Los TECOS" encompassed a shared artistic and political sensibility, generally characterized by a commitment to Mexican nationalism, a critique of foreign influence, and a desire to promote indigenous culture and artistic traditions.

The term itself is derived from the Nahuatl word "tecolote," meaning owl. The owl, a symbol often associated with wisdom and knowledge, was adopted as an emblem for the group, reflecting their aspiration to guide and enlighten Mexican society.

Key figures associated with Los TECOS included artists, writers, and intellectuals. They engaged in various forms of artistic expression, including painting, muralism, literature, and journalism. Their work often featured themes of Mexican history, indigenous identity, and social justice.

While "Los TECOS" is not as widely recognized as other artistic movements of the era, such as Mexican Muralism, their contribution to shaping Mexican national identity and cultural discourse during a pivotal period of the country's history is significant. Their efforts to promote Mexican culture and critique foreign influence resonated with a broader movement of nationalism and cultural revitalization that characterized post-revolutionary Mexico. Some members eventually transitioned into other artistic and political endeavors, further spreading their influence within Mexican society.