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Diego Rivera (1886-1957)
Estimate
35,000 - 45,000 USD
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Description
- Diego Rivera
- Yucatan Scene (Woman with Child)
- signed lower right; also numbered 517 on the reverse
- watercolor and graphite on rice paper
- 15 1/4 by 10 3/4 in.
- 38.7 by 26 cm
Provenance
Mary Shapiro Sklar, New York (acquired directly from the artist circa 1939)
Mr. & Mrs. Herman A. Benjamin, New York (acquired from above circa 1950)
Dr. Barbara Rosecrance, Boston (by descent from the previous owners)
Condition
The two upper corners are hinged to the mat by mounting tape. Pinholes are present on all four corners and the center of each edge. There is slight rippling to the paper in the upper quadrant; this rippling may be inherent to the paper. Two small holes are visible in the upper portion of the tree. There is a light brown stain, possible not inherent to the work, visible in the child's clothing. Overall, the work is in very good condition.
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.