Francisco Toledo (1940-2019)
Kites (four works)
2009
stencil on handmade paper
smallest: 25½ h × 20 w in (65 × 51 cm)
Signed to each work ‘Toledo". Producer"s inkstamp to verso of each work. These unique works are from the editions of unknown size produced by Arte Papel Vista Hermosa, San Agustín Etla, Oaxaca, Mexico.
Works are in good condition. The paper with some undulation at the center and across the middle due to the mounting process for each work. "Monkey Riding Horse Kite" with an area of lighter discoloration to the center of the horse, and it appears to be missing its tail. "Bat on Green Background Kite" and "Skeleton with Rabbits Kite" with some areas of darkening to the verso, not visible on the recto. "Mosquitos Kite" with minor creasing to three corners. Some areas of rubbing to the lower edge of the image, likely in the making. Adhesive residue to each end of the dowels on the verso and three areas where a small piece of paper has been attached. Works present well. Unframed.