Retablo
Print (Lithograph or Mixed Media Print on paper) • Pedraza
Style & Movement
Latin American Modernism / Surrealism / Indigenism
Medium & Technique
Lithography with hand-coloring or mixed media retouching, incorporating various textural patterns and graphic lines
Creation Period
Late 20th century (c. 1970s - 1990s)
Dimensions & Format
Vertical rectangular format, estimated around 30 x 22 inches for the sheet
Subject Description
A complex, anthropomorphic composite figure combining pre-Columbian iconography with surrealist elements. The central figure features a fragmented, multi-layered face with a prominent eye, intricate geometric patterning, a green headdress, and a lower animalistic or equestrian body. Smaller figures and symbolic elements are integrated into the composition against a dark background.
Condition & Value Assessment
Condition Assessment
Very Good. The paper appears stable with clean margins and well-preserved colors under framing.
Estimated Market Value
$1,500 - $3,500
Auction Estimate
$1,000 - $2,500
Provenance History
Acquired from a Latin American fine art collection or gallery, likely distributed through international print editions.
Art Historical Significance
Reflects the rich tradition of Latin American printmaking that draws heavily upon indigenous mythologies, pre-Columbian art, and modernist abstraction.
Notable Features
Hand-signed by the artist in pencil at the bottom right ('Pedraza'), titled in the center ('Retablo' retocado), and numbered on the bottom left.
Condition Issues
Minor potential light fading or acidification of the paper inherent to age, though none directly visible in the current framing.
Conservation Recommendations
Keep away from direct sunlight, maintain stable humidity and temperature, and ensure UV-protective framing glass is utilized.