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jardinero viejo

Jun 9, 2004, 5:52 PM

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Art by Rufino Tamayo

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We have long admired work by Rufino Tamayo. Now, we have a chance to pick up an original oil painting by Tamayo. It is dated 1977, measures 24"x34", and is a great rendering in bright, Mexico colors - mosty blues. It depicts a man gazing skyward at a yin/yang type moon and a shooting star. Reliable authentication documents come with the painting, but no other info.

Any opinions on Tamayo in general or in this piece in particular will be greatly appreciated. We are not big art collectors, but really like this piece.

Thanks.....
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esperanza

Jun 9, 2004, 7:06 PM

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Re: [jardinero viejo] Art by Rufino Tamayo

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If you decide not to buy it, let me know.

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Esteban

Jun 9, 2004, 7:52 PM

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Re: [jardinero viejo] Art by Rufino Tamayo

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WOW! I looked at some of his stuff and it looks very good. There were a few pieces I didn't care for but if YOU like it and you can afford it...go for it. I think out of all the 'stuf' I own, my art collection, is something that will probably follow me the rest of the way. I don't have anything famous but what I have I like; unique. Buying paintings, to me, is a very personal thing and sort of reflects your own situation. It's an extension of your perceptions of life.
Here is one of my favorites from my collection (original oil).

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gpk

Jun 10, 2004, 7:33 AM

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He's definitely one of the greatest artists of the 20th century. You must be paying a fortune for this work, so make sure it's authentic. Don't trust "paperwork"--get input from an independent museum curator or reputable art dealer.