95: RUFINO TAMAYO (1899-1991) PENCIL SIGNED LITHOGRAPH

Rufino Tamayo (Mexican, 1899-1991)
Sandia # 1 (1969)
The lithograph in colors is signed by the artist in pencil lower right and numbered 115 of 150 lower left. This print is traditionally listed as being printed by Atelier Désjobert, Paris and published by Touchstone Publishers, New York.

The motif of sandia, watermelon in English, was a Tamayo trademark subject. He is equally well-known for his his skill and innovation in achieving rich texture and lush colors in the burr of his prints, as evidenced here.
Image measures 20.75 x 27.25, sheet is 22.5 x 30, and frame is 29.25 x 36 inches.
Very good condition, the full untrimmed sheet with deckle edges, not laid down, no damage, punctures, tears or repair, toning in the margins of each corner as shown in the online images from backside mounts. This work has not yet been examined outside the frame.
$2,000 - $3,000