Sold at Austin Auction Gallery
(2) Framed Mexican Folk Art Straw Marquetry 'Popotillo' Art
- Price realized
- $89
- Pre-sale estimate
- $80 – $150
- Hammer price
- $70
- Category
- Fine Art
- Sold
- July 13, 2024
- Sale
- DAY 3- JULY 2024 Fine Antiques & Estates 3-Day Auction Event
Lot description
(lot of 2) Framed folk art 'popotillo' art, Mexico, dyed straw mosaics mounted on paper, including: (1) Aztec Warrior, sight: approx 13"h, 10.5"w, overall: approx 16.75"h, 14 1/8"w; (1) Portrait of a Woman, inscribed "Como siempre como todo para ti minga" (As always, everything for the goodness of your community), sight: approx 10.25"h, 8 1/8"w, overall: approx 14"h, 12 1/8"w; 6lbs total PLEASE NOTE: All of the Mexican folk art in this auction are inherently fragile. Most frames are likely to have small losses, dents, and imperfections. Retablos are likely to exhibit signs of wear commensurate with age. Please assume that they are not in perfect condition and bid accordingly. Per our terms, there will be no refunds based on condition
This lot sold at a past Austin Auction Gallery sale. Prices realized include the buyer's premium and are provided for research only — they are not an appraisal or a guarantee of future value.