Diego Rivera

Property from a Distinguished North American Collection

Diego Rivera

1886 - 1957

Retrato de mujer

signed Diego Rivera and dated 19 de julio de 1953 (lower right)

oil on canvas

47 ⅞ by 34 ⅝ in.

122 by 87.8 cm.

Executed in Mexico on 19 July 1953.

We wish to thank Professor Luis-Martín Lozano for his kind assistance in confirming the authenticity of this lot.

This painting is part of the National Heritage of Mexico and cannot be permanently exported from the country. Accordingly, it is offered for sale in New York from the catalogue and will not be available in New York for inspection or delivery. The painting will be released to the purchaser in Mexico in compliance with all local requirements. Prospective buyers may contact Sotheby’s representatives in Mexico City and Monterrey for an appointment to view the work.