Naturaleza muerta con verduras (Still Life with Vegetables)
Painting on canvas • Raúl Anguiano (Mexican, 1913-2006)
Style & Movement
Mexican Modernism / Magic Realism
Medium & Technique
Oil on canvas employing direct brushwork with subtle blending and color blocking
Creation Period
1965 (as inscribed next to the signature)
Dimensions & Format
Estimated 50 x 70 cm; horizontal landscape format
Subject Description
A vibrant still life composition featuring various vegetables including peppers, onions, and an eggplant arranged on a bright orange surface, set against a warm, tonal background. The work utilizes a saturated color palette typical of the artist's mid-century aesthetic.
Condition & Value Assessment
Condition Assessment
Good to Very Good; visible light surface dirt and minor frame abrasion, but colors remain vibrant and the support appears stable
Estimated Market Value
$8,000 - $12,000 USD
Auction Estimate
$6,000 - $10,000 USD
Provenance History
Visible auction tag suggests recent consignment or sale through Morton Subastas (Morton Auctions); likely held in a private Mexican collection prior to that.
Art Historical Significance
Anguiano was a founding member of the Taller de Gráfica Popular and a late figure of the Mexican Muralism generation. While known for his portraits of indigenous Lacandon women, his still lifes represent his technical mastery of color and form, bridging social realism and modern abstraction.
Notable Features
Clearly signed 'R. Anguiano' and dated '1965' in the lower right corner. The inclusion of the auction tag from 'Morton Subastas' is a significant provenance indicator.
Condition Issues
Slight yellowing of the varnish layer; minor dust accumulation; tiny possible paint flakes near the lower left edge; some wear to the wooden frame's finish.
Conservation Recommendations
Professional surface cleaning to remove dust; light varnish rejuvenation; display in UV-controlled lighting with stable humidity (45-55% RH).