Lot 8
  • 8

Rufino Tamayo (1899-1991)

Estimate
150,000 - 200,000 USD
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Description

  • Rufino Tamayo
  • Las Danzantes del Itzmo
  • signed and dated O-44 lower right
  • gouache on heavy paper
  • 29 by 22 7/8 in.
  • 74 by 58 cm

Provenance

Galería de Arte Mexicano, Mexico City
The Collection of Marquise de Montferrier, France
William Spratling, Taxco
Private Collection, Mexico
Private Collection, California by descent from the above

Exhibited

Mexico City, Galería de Arte Mexicano, Tamayo, August 30-September 14, 1944, no. 7

Condition

The paper is in excellent condition. Some fading of pigment is evident on the bottom edge. The repair on the bottom edge is stable. (This condition report has been prepared courtesy of Mary Kearns Paper Conservation.)
In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective qualified opinion.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.