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Man, Controller of the Universe (detail)Diego Rivera

In this 1934 mural, Rivera places scientific knowledge at the heart of modern progress. Images of cellular structures, a microscope, and astronomy radiate from the central figure’s hands, symbolizing humankind’s potential to master nature. Rivera contrasts this with scenes of protest and decadence, urging a socially conscious use of science.
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