Lot 150
- 150
Diego Rivera (1886-1957)
Estimate
30,000 - 40,000 USD
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Description
- Diego Rivera
- Cabeza de campesino
- signed and dated 47 lower right
- sanguine, pastel and charcoal on rice paper
- 15 1/4 by 11 in.
- 38.7 by 28 cm
Provenance
Gift from the artist to Mercedes Behrens
Private Collection, New Orleans
Sale: Dallas Auction Gallery, Dallas, Modern & Contemporary Art, October 24, 2012, lot 67, illustrated in color
Private Collection, New Orleans
Sale: Dallas Auction Gallery, Dallas, Modern & Contemporary Art, October 24, 2012, lot 67, illustrated in color
Condition
This work is in generally good condition overall. There are two noticeable creases to the paper: a horizontal crease extending from the center of the left edge to the ear of the figure and a diagonal crease extending from the center right edge of the paper to the bottom of the figure's neck. There is slight yellowing to the extreme edges of the paper. The medium is stable overall.
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.
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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.