Lot 92
  • 92

Alfonso X. Peña (1903-1964)

Estimate
50,000 - 70,000 USD
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Description

  • Alfonso X. Peña
  • Caza y Recolección
  • signed and dated 46 lower left
  • oil on masonite
  • 29 1/8 by 120 in.
  • 74 by 305 cm

Provenance

Private collection, Mexico City
Thence by descent to the present owner

Condition

Please note that the correct medium for this work is oil on masonite. Please note that the correct medium for this work is oil on masonite. Visible under raking light, there appear to be scattered retouched: there is a possible retouch to the man on the far right in an area 5 inches below his armpit. There are more possible retouches on the second man's shoulder (from right to left), on the deer's body, and on the upper left corner area. There are a few scattered stains by the deer's head and another stain on the bottom of the plant on the far left. There are some frame abrasions on the left side of the upper margin.
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.