Mujer con Listones (Woman with Ribbons)
Fine art print on handmade paper • Tamayo, Rufino (1899-1991)
Style & Movement
Modernism / Mexican School; characterized by Synthetist abstraction and geometric figurative distortion
Medium & Technique
Mixograph (Mixografia) on thick, textured handmade paper; a unique printing process that produces relief and texture
Creation Period
Mid to late 20th Century, likely circa 1980-2000
Dimensions & Format
Approximately 35 x 28 inches (90 x 70 cm); Portrait orientation with deckled edges on the paper
Subject Description
A stylized, geometric female figure in a frontal pose. The composition features a central vertical axis with exaggerated, shield-like limbs. The figure holds ribbon-like objects in her hands. The palette uses cool blues and greens contrasted against earthy terracotta and deep purple tones, set against a dark, textured background.
Condition & Value Assessment
Condition Assessment
Very Good; the print retains strong color saturation and the structural integrity of the heavy paper and relief elements appears sound.
Estimated Market Value
$15,000 - $25,000 USD
Auction Estimate
$12,000 - $18,000 USD
Provenance History
Likely originated from a private collection or acquired through a gallery specializing in Latin American art. A signature and limited edition numbering (e.g., P/A for Prueba de Artista) are visible at the bottom.
Art Historical Significance
Rufino Tamayo was a leading figure in 20th-century Mexican art. His 'Mixografia' works are highly significant for their technical innovation, combining traditional printmaking with sculptural relief, and this piece represents his late-career mastery of geometric human forms.
Notable Features
Prominent use of the Mixografia technique giving the surface a stone-like texture; artist's signature in the lower right; edition numbering in the lower left; distinctive deckled paper edges typical of high-quality handmade supports.
Condition Issues
Slight undulation of the paper due to its heavy weight and environmental humidity; minor softening of the deckled edges; potential light fading depending on UV exposure history.
Conservation Recommendations
Professional framing using museum-grade UV-protective glazing and archival spacers to prevent the high-relief surface from touching the glass. Maintain stable humidity between 45-55%.