La Luz De Jesus Gallery, Los Angeles
Collection of Jennifer and Kevin Smith, Los Angeles
Collection of Grace Smith, Minneola, Florida
Acquired by the present owner from the above

This work is in very good condition overall. The panel is affixed to the backing by nails around the edges. There are incised hash-marks and gestural lines throughout creating a textured surface, due to the artist's working method. There is some light surface soiling. Under close inspection, there is a fine scratch near the figure's foot on the right and a few faint surface scuffs. There is wear evident around the turning edges with a few small areas of pigment loss. Framed in the artist's made frame. There is general wear, soiling and an inconsistent surface to the frame, due to the artist’s intent and choice of materials.
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