DAVID ALFARO SIQUEIROS | Retrato de Señora Teresita Alfaro Siqueiros de Prieto

Manuel Suárez, Mexico City (acquired from the artist) 
Thence by descent 

David Alfaro Siqueiros, Siqueiros por la via de una pintura neorrealista, Mexico City, 1951, no. 197, illustrated n.p.
Philip Stein, Siqueiros: His Life and Works, New York, 1994, illustrated pl. 49 

Estado de conservación: El masonite en el ángulo superior izquierdo ligeramente irregular. Falta de capa pictórica de origen en borde medio izquierdo. Presencia de polilla. Pérdida de capa pictórica en diversas zonas. Reverso: Reforzado con bandas de madera que atraviesan todo el bastidor. Luz UVA: Repintes en mentón y hombro derecho, así como la frente de la retratada y la zona de los pies. This work is in good condition overall. In the upper left corner there is a slight wave to the masonite. There is an unpainted area inherent to the work at the extreme center left edge. Evidence of prior moths is present, resulting in scattered minor paint losses throughout. On the reverse, wooden reinforcements have been applied to strengthen the masonite. Under ultraviolet light inspection, areas of inpainting become apparent in the chin and right shoulder of the figure, as well as her dress and feet.
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.

This painting is part of the National Heritage of Mexico and cannot be permanently exported from the country. Accordingly, it is offered for sale in New York from the catalogue and will not be available in New York for inspection or delivery. The painting will be released to the purchaser in Mexico in compliance with all local requirements. Prospective buyers may contact Sotheby’s representatives in Mexico City and Monterrey for an appointment to view the work. "About 77 years ago, a man was born who would give reason and meaning to the story of my life, linked closely to mine from the beginning: a life of ambition, fights, and glory, in which I have been both witness and participant. All the vocabulary of my life was written by his side. From my earliest consciousness, I have been his little helper, his little grand defender, and his little confidante." 

—Teresa Siqueiros, quoted in Roberto Ramíro S., "Teresa Siqueiros Escribe el Libro 'Mi Tío David," Exelsior, Mexico City, September 11, 1973, n.p.