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Detroit Exhibit Features New Works By Ruben, Isabel Toledo

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An exhibition of new works created by the artistic couple Ruben and Isabel Toledo is on display at the Detroit Institute of Arts.

The exhibition titled "Ruben and Isabel Toledo: Labor of Love " opened this month at the museum and includes works created in response to pieces of the museum's permanent collection. It's scheduled to run through July 7.

The three-part project includes a large-scale installation designed by the Toledos in response to portions of Diego Rivera's "Detroit Industry Murals," additional new works located throughout the museum and a collaboration with nonprofit Sew Great Detroit on handmade tote bags.

Isabel Toledo is a fashion designer and artist. Ruben Toledo is an artist whose paintings and illustrations also have strong connections to fashion and style.

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