MIGUEL COVARRUBIAS (MEXICAN 1904-1957)

MIGUEL COVARRUBIAS (MEXICAN 1904-1957)

The Scrontch
ink wash and pencil on paper
25 x 31 cm (9 7/8 x 12 1/4 in.) [full sheet]
inscription and numerals H62960-64 on verso

PROVENANCE
Prominent collection since 1930s, thence by descent Granddaughter of Collector

LITERATURE
Negro Drawings by Miguel Covarrubias (New York, Alfred A. Knopf, 1927), pl. 32

CONDITION
Observed out of frame, the work appears in age-appropriate condition. Foxing visible to the sheet, most notably around the woman. Overall toning to the sheet, most notably around the perimeter. With no significant issues to report otherwise.
framed dimensions: 41 x 47 cm (16 1/8 x 18 1/2 in.)

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