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Rufino Tamayo (1899-1991)
Estimate
30,000 - 40,000 USD
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Description
- Rufino Tamayo
- Mujeres con cántaros de agua
- signed and dated 40 lower left
- watercolor and gouache on paper
- 16 7/8 by 13 5/8 in.
- 43 by 35 cm
Provenance
The IBM International Foundation
Sale: Sotheby's, New York, Mexican Paintings from the IBM International Foundation, May 17, 1995, lot 4, illustrated in color
Private Collection, Key Biscayne
Sale: Sotheby's, New York, Mexican Paintings from the IBM International Foundation, May 17, 1995, lot 4, illustrated in color
Private Collection, Key Biscayne
Exhibited
New York, Grand Central Art Galleries, From Market Place to Museum, Exhibition of Mexican Arts, May 1-15, 1946, no. 122
New York, IBM Gallery of Science and Art, Mexican Watercolors, September 1946; January 1954
New York, IBM Gallery of Science and Art, August 13-31, 1962, no. 21; New York, IBM Gallery of Science and Art, August 1963–August 1967; Sacramento, E.B. Crocker Art Gallery, January 26-February 16, 1969, no. 11, illustrated; The Bold Tradition, Arte de México
New York, Center for Inter-American Relations, Rufino Tamayo: Works on Paper, 1926 to the Present, May 17-August 12, 1979, no. 26
New York, IBM Gallery of Science and Art, Mexican Watercolors, September 1946; January 1954
New York, IBM Gallery of Science and Art, August 13-31, 1962, no. 21; New York, IBM Gallery of Science and Art, August 1963–August 1967; Sacramento, E.B. Crocker Art Gallery, January 26-February 16, 1969, no. 11, illustrated; The Bold Tradition, Arte de México
New York, Center for Inter-American Relations, Rufino Tamayo: Works on Paper, 1926 to the Present, May 17-August 12, 1979, no. 26
Condition
This work is in good condition overall. The reverse of the work presents a light graphite sketch of the artist's wife, seated. Artist pinholes are present in each of the four corners. Minor losses to the media are present in the two vases and hands of the foremost figure. However, the media is stable overall and the colors are vibrant.
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.
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.