Description
Framed Mexican folk art depicting a Mayan ceremonial scene titled "Prueba al Fuego" (Trial by Fire). Two elaborately dressed Mayan figures flank a central fire, with a Mayan glyph frieze across the top border and decorative border elements throughout. Executed on a natural-fiber ground using applied black pigment and sand, framed behind glass in a black frame. Signed along the lower margin: B. Harvey, Mexico, with a partial numeral visible at right edge. A handsome and characteristic example of mid-20th century Mexican artisan work.
Framed dimensions: 10"H x 8"W.
Condition:
Alterations: Unknown
Imperfections: Some Imperfections
Condition Notes: Good
Origin:
United States
Materials & Techniques:
Glass, Metal, Natural Fiber
Details:
Art Subjects: Figure
What type of item is it? Vintage / Antique / Used
Country of Origin: United States
Frame Type: Framed
Framed dimensions: 10"H x 8"W.
Condition:
Alterations: Unknown
Imperfections: Some Imperfections
Condition Notes: Good
Origin:
United States
Materials & Techniques:
Glass, Metal, Natural Fiber
Details:
Art Subjects: Figure
What type of item is it? Vintage / Antique / Used
Country of Origin: United States
Frame Type: Framed
Condition
Unknown; Some Imperfections; Good
Buyer's Premium
20%
Dimensions
10 x 8 x 1 in
Mid 20th Century Signed Mexican Framed Mayan Ceremonial Scene "Prueba Al Fuego" B. Harvey Mexico Fol
Estimate $60-$140
Starting Bid
$30
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